Summer is the perfect time to pick up a running habit. The days are longer, providing you with both morning and evening options to shake out your legs. And of course, it’s the ideal time to start training for a fall race. If you’re looking to start training 16 weeks out for a marathon (the generally accepted amount of time to train), June is when anyone signed up for the Berlin or Chicago Marathons will start training. For those running New York City, your time is right on their heels. An intense training schedule calls for a new pair of shoes (or two).
If marathoning is not your thing, we understand. Summer’s still arguably one of the best times to start running. Whether you’re just looking to log a few extra miles each week or get back in the game after a slow spring start, here are the best new running shoes we can’t wait to test all summer long.
Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 36
The Zoom Pegasus 36 is one of the many updated Nike sneakers this season. We loved the Pegasus 35 when we ran in it last year and can’t wait to test these out. The neutral yet stable-leaning sneaker has a few minor updates; more perforations along the upper keep your feet dry and fresh; a slimmer heel collar and tongue mean less padding in those areas and fewer potential hot spots.
