10 Most-Loved Long-Distance Running Shoes, Tested and Reviewed

There's no reason to make running any harder than it is naturally. We don't need to run in suboptimal, unsupportive, or downright uncomfortable shoes when we engage in the feat that is running any distance for any amount of time for any reason other than getting chased by a lion.

“ Long-distance running ” is a broad term, sure, but when we say long, we're saying longer than a quick sprint or jog outside. Say, 5Ks and above. We're talking a shoe that's comfortable and stable for long training runs, rugged for outdoor terrain, or speedy for race days. At Esquire, we know running shoes are personal, specific to your foot shape, gait type, and goals.That was dead obvious when we put Hoka and On up against each other . So, these are the 10 pairs that hit all types of runners' needs .