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Is this Nike’s next super shoe?

Published 12 days ago • 3 min read

Newsletter #762: Sunday, March 17, 2026

Hey runners,

Running news has been anything but boring lately—from rumors about Nike’s next super shoe, to the Six Star medal staying put (for now) while a new Nine Star medal looms on the horizon, to two runners somehow managing to break world records while racing in banana suits. Yes, really.

On the training side, we’re diving into the fundamentals that make runners faster and healthier, from how your running shoes should actually fit to why so many athletes swear by the 80/20 method.

And of course, performance isn’t just about mileage—it’s about strength and race-day preparation. We’re covering posterior chain exercises to build full-body running power, along with some practical tips to help you avoid those dreaded mid-race bathroom emergencies.

Happy running!

Katelyn Tocci

Managing Editor

​How Should Running Shoes Fit? Everything You Need To Know To Buy Your Next Pair​

72% of runners are wearing the wrong shoe size—are you one of them? Here’s how your running shoes should actually fit.

ASICS Superblast 3 has officially landed

The follow-up to the blockbuster Superblast 2 is here, and as our colleague Alex can confirm (see his video review), the SUPERBLAST 3 is a total beast.

The SUPERBLAST 3 stacks ASICS's race-proven technology with a new Trampoline Pod to provide an underfoot feel that is bouncy and responsive. Whether you are grinding through tempo work or just want to make your easy miles feel fun, this is an ideal 'why choose' shoe.

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​Two Belgians Ran A Half-Marathon In Banana Suits. They Also Broke World Records.​

Louis Misplon and Gudrun Hespel pulled off one of the stranger mornings in Belgian racing history — and made a serious point while doing it.

​Run Slow To Run Fast: Use The 80/20 Method To Run Faster​

Can slowing down really speed you up?

​The Six-Star Is Safe — But A Nine-Star Medal Is Coming​

Abbott World Marathon Majors has answered the question every Six Star chaser has been asking since Sydney joined the roster: relax, your medal isn't going anywhere.

​10 Tips To Avoid Unplanned Bathroom Breaks At Your Next Race​

It's happened to the best of us; here's how to handle it.

Reader's Stories: Bobby Schuler, Starting Running At 60

Do you know someone who wants to try running but feels they are too old to start?

This book was written specifically for them!
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Bobby Schuler started running at 60 to beat type-2 diabetes. This book details his journey as a late-in-life beginner and reveals the simple steps he followed that helped him become an ultramarathoner!

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​Is This Nike’s Next Super Shoe?​

Patent images circulating online point to a radical new air-cushioning system — and someone is calling it the Nike Apex.

​The 9 Best Posterior Chain Exercises To Build Strength From Head To Toe​

Unlock more power, stability, and injury resistance with these essential moves.

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