Running long for over twenty years, Kristin has found peace and solidarity with like-minded 'soles,' cheetahs of all speeds and walks of life. Kristin holds a bachelor's degree in exercise science and an MA in theology; running is where her dual passions for truth and fitness merge. She teaches college classes and together with her husband raises four children, corn, and soybeans in rural Iowa.
 

Saucony Omni 22 Review

The Saucony Omni 22 is a moderate stability shoe built for durability with comfort and a smoother transition with lighter weight. A supportive heel ... (Read more)

 

HOKA Gaviota 5 Review

The HOKA ONE ONE Gaviota 5 offers top comfort and support, with an ultra-wide base and one of the brand’s highest stack heights, yet has dropped almost ... (Read more)

 

adidas Duramo 10 Review

The adidas Duramo 10 is a refreshingly reasonable running shoe that protects the foot, brings light stability with its forefoot bevel, stiff upper, and ... (Read more)

 

On Cloudgo Review

The On Cloudgo brings together top comfort, a smooth ride, and a Cloud base that collects fewer rocks than other Ons. This shoe brings a smile during regular ... (Read more)

 

On Cloudflyer 4 Review

The On Cloudflyer 4 brings responsive stiffness to On’s cloud-like ride along with customized fit in the forefoot (once you figure the lacing out). ... (Read more)

 

Asics GT 2000 11 Review

The ASICS GT-2000 11 is a reliable light-stability shoe that offers good support through the footplant but less propulsion into toe-off than previous ... (Read more)

 

Asics Noosa Tri 14 Review

The ASICS Gel Noosa Tri 14 is a fun shoe to run in—and to look at! The lively ride feels almost like it’s plated with its super-smooth transition, ... (Read more)

 

adidas Adizero SL Review

The adidas Adizero SL brings the quality build, comfortable fit, and light ride of other Adizero models to this highly cushioned mid to long distance ... (Read more)

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