The best shoes to run your 10k faster

At RUNNEA we are passionate about challenges, and we know that many of you are too! That's why we have decided to bring you an attractive selection of the 10 best running shoes to run your fastest 10k. It is important to know the challenge in order to choose an appropriate shoe that meets the runner's needs from start to finish. A correct choice in footwear will give an optimal result as long as we do a good preparation, and through this selection we show some of the most suitable models to lower your mark in the next 10k.

The best running shoes to beat your record in the 10K

From ASICS, to Mizuno through New Balance, Nike or Adidas, the most prominent brands in the running world offer us some of the most efficient models to complete the ten kilometers in the fastest way. 11 best models of running shoes that will help you complete your 10k faster!

1. New Balance FuelCell Rebel v4
2. Nike ZoomX StreakFly
3. Adidas Adizero Boston 12
4. Brooks Hyperion
5. ASICS Magic Speed 3
6. Under Armour Velociti 3
7. Joma R2000
8. Mizuno Wave Rebellion Flash 2
9. HOKA Cielo X1
10. Saucony Endorphin Speed 3
11. Puma Deviate Nitro 2

New Balance FuelCell Rebel v4

The New Balance FuelCell Rebel v4 is a bet by the Boston company to recover lost ground. Completely new integral design with a clear concept of maximalist trend with a higher midsole geometry and more foam. More comfort, yes; but also without giving up the characteristic lightness and reactivity of the FuelCell foam. In addition, the detail of this new midsole configuration is that it does not offer a sinking sensation.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Mixed
• Cushion: Neutral
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 6 mm
• Pace: High

Nike ZoomX StreakFly

The Nike ZoomX StreakFly continues to innovate, but adding all the goodness of its latest generation technologies to position itself as the brand's lightest racing shoe, designed to get the best results in short distances. The midsole, built with the reactive and lightweight ZoomX foam, is lighter and more aggressive.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training, Racing
• Cushion: Neutral
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 6 mm
• Pace: High
• Weight: 160 gr

Adidas Adizero Boston 12

The new adidas Adizero Boston 12 is a mixed running shoe, ideal for fast paces in a marathon since it incorporates some of the most outstanding technologies of the brand to offer great dynamism, speed and cushioning throughout the race.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training, Racing
• Cushion: Neutral
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 7 mm
• Pace: High

Brooks Hyperion

The Brooks Hyperion is a running shoe designed to cover short and/or medium distances, up to half-marathon, at high and very brisk running paces, under 4:30 minutes per kilometer. They stand out for the concept of adaptive cushioning thanks to the midsole with lightweight, nitrogen-infused DNA FLASH foam and are designed for runners with a slim build, not too heavy (under 85 kg) and with a good running technique. A model that maintains a drop of 8 millimeters and weighs only 215.5 grams.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training, Racing
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 8 mm
• Pace: High
• Weight: 215,5

ASICS Magic Speed 3

The new ASICS Magic Speed 3 is one of the most versatile and multipurpose shoes from the Japanese brand. It is a shoe with good cushioning and represents one of the best options for light to medium weight runners looking for a balance between speed and comfort in their training and competitions.

• Surface: Road
• Technology: Carbon plate
• Use: Racing, Mixed
• Cushion: Neutral
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 7 mm
• Pace: High

Under Armour Velociti 3

If there is one thing that makes these Under Armour Velociti 3 stand out, it is the inclusion of the exclusive Flow technology of the North American brand, which offers reactive and durable cushioning, and favors lighter and more fluid footsteps on any type of surface. If you are looking for a truly versatile, agile and lightweight model for training and racing, this third version of the Velociti will be your greatest ally. Medium distances and fast, agile paces are the best habitat for this fast running shoe from Under Armour, despite the fact that it does not have a carbon fiber plate.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training, Racing
• Cushion: Soft, Neutral
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 8 mm
• Pace: Medium, High
• Weight: 250 gr

Joma R2000

The most complete model of this line of Joma running shoes. These Joma R2000 stand out for their lightness, reactivity and versatility. Running fast, yes; but enjoying the best comfort. The construction of its midsole has a very reactive rear part (FlyReactive) and a very comfortable front part (Full Dual Pulsor). Thanks to this set of different densities, this model offers a great combination of lightness, flexibility, protection and response in each stride.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training, Mixed
• Cushion: Neutral, High
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 10 mm
• Pace: High

Mizuno Wave Rebellion Flash 2

The Mizuno Wave Rebellion Flash 2 model comes to the market with a major qualitative and quantitative leap, while maintaining its essence of being a very versatile training shoe. The fiberglass Wave plate provides a unique balance between support and flexibility, ideal for a variety of workouts, while the Mizuno Enerzy Lite layer on top and Mizuno Enerzy layer on the bottom offer an efficient balance between softness, speed and durability. All this with a drop of 0.5 millimeters (35 mm in heel and 34.5 in forefoot) and 205 grams of weight.

• Surface: Road
• Technology: Carbon plate
• Use: Mixed
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 0,5
• Pace: Medium, High
• Weight: 205 gr

HOKA Cielo X1

The HOKA Cielo X1 was the latest to appear in this segment of carbon plate running shoes, and its landing represents the redefinition of the concept of speed in long-distance running. Innovative and fast, but also comfortable and safe. Its dual density midsole, its great lightness, its dynamic cuts and its propulsion level make it one of those models called "record breakers".

• Surface: Road
• Technology: Carbon plate
• Use: Training, Racing
• Cushion: Neutral
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 7 mm
• Pace: High
• Weight: 210 gr

Saucony Endorphin Speed 3

The Saucony Endorphin Speed 3 is probably the most versatile model of the American company. A shoe with many followers due to its good response both in training at fast paces and in long runs. It is an alternative and more economical option than the range of shoes with carbon plate, as it includes a nylon plate that makes it a fast and responsive model.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training, Racing
• Cushion: High
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 8 mm
• Pace: High
• Weight: 229 gr

Puma Deviate Nitro 2

The PUMA Deviate Nitro 2 combines the highlights of a racing shoe, including the famous carbon fiber plate in the midsole; but it is also a good choice as a daily training shoe, thanks to its level of cushioning, comfortable and stable. Suitable for all distances, including the marathon. All in all, we are talking about one of the most cushioned racing shoes on the market for running at fast paces of 4:40 min/km and even faster. For more agile and dynamic running in races, but also for demanding training, series and long runs.

• Surface: Road
• Technology: Carbon plate
• Use: Training, Racing
• Cushion: Neutral
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 6 mm
• Pace: High

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