If you’re pushing for a parkrun PB, your knackered old to-the-shopsand-back trainers aren’t going to cut it. Running as fast as you can over 3.1 miles (5k) is – as anyone who’s tried it will know – very hard, and you’re going to need all the help you can get. That means light, fast and responsive trainers that can propel you forward with every step – crucially, without weighing you down.
So whether you’re chasing a sub-20-minute time, or just want something to help you finish your first 5k, here’s our pick of the best shoes to do the job.
Saucony Endorphin Speed 3
£165 / saucony.com
The clue is in the name here in terms of what you can expect from one of the newest members of Saucony’s Endorphin range. The Speed 3 is designed to get you running your fastest, but also feels more stable than its predecessor.
There are a few things that make
