You might think that as someone who tests running shoes as part of her job and is often training for races, I would have a perfect shoe rotation locked down. In reality, with so many new releases every year, it is trickier than it sounds. That said, this year I can confidently name three shoes that have defined my running.

Not all of them are brand-new 2025 launches, but that has given me plenty of time to put them through their paces. These are the shoes I have worn most consistently this year, and the ones I keep reaching for. A couple were released last year, which means you are likely to find them on offer. After all, chasing every new release is not always the best move for your wallet or the environment.

If you are unfamiliar with a shoe rotation, it simply means owning two or more

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