Best men's running shoes

Top pick: Brooks Glycerin 23 — the most cushioned, most forgiving daily trainer here, with a nitrogen-infused midsole that stays soft over long easy miles and an 8 mm drop that suits most runners. Best if you want one shoe for most of your week.

Who the others suit:

• Brooks Ghost 17 — the classic neutral workhorse; firmer and more versatile if you like a traditional ride.
• New Balance Fresh Foam X 880 v15 — steady, dependable daily miles with a lower 6 mm drop.
• Brooks Glycerin GTS 23 — the same plush ride with stability support if you overpronate.
• Brooks Glycerin 23 Wide — for wider feet.
• Nike Vomero — soft, bouncy ZoomX foam for recovery days.
• ON Cloudsurfer Max — max cushioning with a rockered, smooth roll.
• Brooks Revel 8 / ASICS Versablast 4 — light, simple trainers for shorter, quicker runs.
• Nike Run Swift 3 — a basic entry-level option for casual jogging.