Best running shoes for daily training 2024

The first months of each year often bring a slew of new releases, especially from the top brands. At RUNNEA, we've been checking them all out, and here's the result: a list of the best daily training shoes in 2024. In this first preview of the season you will find models designed to complete daily runs on tarmac, considering factors like cushioning, comfort and response.

The following running shoes are some of the best options in terms of value-for-money. Which ones will you choose for your next run?

Best daily training running shoes 2024

Our editorial team has had the privilege of testing some of the most outstanding models as far as training running shoes are concerned. Below, we have prepared a selection of the best models of 2024 (so far!)

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1. New Balance Fresh FoamX 1080 v13
2. Adidas Ultraboost Light 23
3. ASICS Nimbus 26
4. Brooks Ghost 15
5. HOKA Clifton 9
6. On Cloudmonster 2
7. Mizuno Wave Skyrise 5
8. Nike Pegasus 40
9. Joma R2000
10. Under Armour Infinite Elite
11. Kiprun KS900 2
12. Puma Velocity Nitro 3
13. Saucony Ride 17

New Balance Fresh FoamX 1080 v13

The New Balance Fresh FoamX 1080 v13 is a training shoe par excellence, and one of the flagships of the American brand. This new version features a change in geometry and a lower drop.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training
• Cushion: High
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 6 mm
• Pace: Low
• Weight: 262 gr

Adidas Ultraboost Light 23

Aesthetically, the new Ultraboost Light 23 may look very similar to its predecessor, but what sets it apart is its interior design. In fact, adidas has just launched the lightest Ultraboost ever with this new model. The figures speak for themselves: for men it weighs only 299 g, while for women it is even lighter, at 262 g. Despite its lightness, the Ultraboost Light remains the benchmark shoe in terms of cushioning, comfort, responsiveness and support. Every stride is infused with incredible energy, making this shoe the ideal choice for runners looking for optimal performance.

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

ASICS Nimbus 26

The ASICS Gel Nimbus 26 maintains the maximalist design that has gained so much admiration among runners. It stands out for its cushioning and comfort, especially for long distance running on tarmac, integrating the best technology of the Japanese brand.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training
• Cushion: High
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 8 mm
• Pace: Low, Medium

Brooks Ghost 15

With the Brooks Ghost 15 we are talking about one of the best rated running shoes from the North American brand that stands out for its pleasant feel, soft tread and secure fit. To highlight, its improved cushioning level with the inclusion of its new DNA LOFT v2 midsole, which adds more lightness and comfort. On the other hand, its 3D Fit patterned upper offers comfort and breathability, but also more structure.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training
• Cushion: Neutral
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 12 mm
• Pace: Medium

HOKA Clifton 9

This daily training shoe is one of Hoka's top models. Like other models of the Clifton saga, the Hoka Clifton 9 stands out for its lightness and reactivity. However, what makes it stand out from the rest is its new drop, which by gaining height has achieved lighter, more agile and fluid transitions. All this while reducing weight and improving external protection. A versatile shoe, environmentally sustainable and perfect for all types of distances on asphalt.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training
• Cushion: Neutral, High
• Running gait: Neutral, Supination
• Drop: 5 mm
• Pace: Medium, High
• Weight: 250 gr

On Cloudmonster 2

The On Cloudmonster 2 maintains the features that work well from the previous edition: maximalism and cushioning par excellence for our daily runs, with the quality and design that characterizes the Swiss brand.

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

Mizuno Wave Skyrise 5

The new Mizuno Wave Skyrise 5 is one of the running shoes par excellence of the brand. This latest version offers a more modern design and aesthetic, while retaining good reactivity and high level of cushioning.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 8 mm
• Pace: Low, Medium

Nike Pegasus 40

The Nike Pegasus 40 is one of the most anticipated running shoe of the year, and there's something about being the best-selling running shoe in history. In such a rounded edition, these Nike Pegasus 40 offer the same responsive ride and superior support. They are also still stable, but provide a higher degree of comfort. Perhaps you may think that there is not much change with respect to the previous version of the Nike Pegasus 39 This model maintains that hallmark of being a versatile and rolling model for all types of training and all types of distances, and in which you will move at more agile rhythms.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training
• Cushion: Neutral
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 10 mm
• Pace: Medium

Joma R2000

The Joma R2000 are one of the Spanish brand's new releases for this season. They are almost certainly the most complete and versatile running shoes from Joma, which adapt to a wide range of runners and also offer great value for money.

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

Under Armour Infinite Elite

The new Under Armour Infinite Elite running shoes stand out for their great comfort and versatility. Perfectfor your daily workouts. This model is one of the new releases from the American brand for 2024.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training
• Cushion: Neutral
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 8 mm
• Pace: Medium, High
• Weight: 358 gr

Kiprun KS900 2

Decathlon's new Kiprun KS900 2 running shoes are now available. They offer a great combination of technology and comfort, and feature some of the best materials developed by the French multinational.

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training
• Cushion: Neutral, High
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 6 mm
• Pace: Low, Medium
• Weight: 300 gr

Puma Velocity Nitro 3

The PUMA Velocity Nitro 3 is one of the most popular daily training running shoes from the German brand, thanks to its ability to adapt to a wide range of runners. It's a versatile shoe loved by many. 

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training, Mixed
• Cushion: Neutral
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 8 mm
• Pace: Medium
• Weight: 266 gr

Saucony Ride 17

The Saucony Ride 17, one of the most outstanding daily training shoes from Saucony, has been available since January 2024. This latest version presents a few great new features while maintaining the comfort and performance the series is known for. 

• Surface: Road
• Use: Training, Mixed
• Cushion: Neutral
• Running gait: Neutral
• Drop: 8 mm
• Pace: Medium

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