The 10 Best Shoes for First-Time Marathoners

The best running shoe to get started training for a marathon is the one that's in your closet. The second best shoe is one you'll find on this list that'll keep you going in comfort, style and speed. I've broken it out into four categories here that cover both racing and training. If you have any questions on picking a shoe that works for you, email me at [email protected] or DM @supwellrunning on Instagram.

0:00 - Intro
1:24 - How I Picked
1:57 - Everyday Miles
2:03 - Hoka Mach 5
3:03 - Nike Pegasus
4:18 - Speed Training
4:25 - Saucony Endorphin Speed 3
5:55 - New Balance Rebel v3
6:42 - Cushioned
6:54 - New Balance 1080v13
7:59 - Asics Gel-Nimbus 25
9:13 - Saucony Endorphin Shift 3
10:26 - Long Runs & Race
11:16 - SC Trainer v3
12:29 - Saucony Endorphin Pro 3
13:31 - Nike Vaporfly 3

Here are the links to buy the shoes. Using the Running Warehouse links will support my work here helping everyone find the right running shoes for them. Also,  Running Warehouse has the best return policy if the shoe you get doesn't end up working out—90 days, no questions asked.

Hoka Mach 5: https://www.runningwarehouse.com/HOKA...
Nike Pegasus: https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/p/...
Saucony Endorphin Speed 3: https://www.runningwarehouse.com/Sauc...
New Balance Rebel v3: https://www.footlocker.com/product/mo...
New Balance 1080v13: https://www.runningwarehouse.com/New_...
Asics Gel-Nimbus 25: https://www.runningwarehouse.com/ASIC...
Saucony Endorphin Shift 3: https://www.runningwarehouse.com/Sauc...
New Balance SC Trainer v2: https://www.newbalance.com/pd/fuelcel...
Saucony Endorphin Pro 3: https://www.runningwarehouse.com/Sauc...
Nike Vaporfly 3: https://www.runningwarehouse.com/Nike...