, this article should give you a headstart. It’s a guide to shoes for runners with the four most common ‘minority’ biomechanically-based problems (forefoot striking, heel striking, underpronation and orthoses-wearing), as well as runners with the problem of very

an exceptionally smooth shoe that’s cushioned enough for neutral runners, heel strikers and forefoot strikers, stable enough for mild to moderate overpronators, light enough for quick runners and protective enough for midweight runners. The most visible change

on their heels.The surprise is that, unlike other good shoes for heel-strikers, the R4 also rides softly and smoothly for lighter runners – and it’s a world apart from Nike’s recent Tuned Air, which was over-firm. In addition to its smooth cushioning, the R4’s

the laces and genuinely creates a snugger fit.In short The Wave Creation has ironed out its niggles and established itself as a luxuriously cushioned, reasonably stable shoe that will be especially good for forefoot strikers.Try it on if you liked Adidas

on road and light trails.In short If you like the soft feel of the Jazz 6000 but want a more resilient rearfoot, the Jazz GTO is your shoe. It’s good for most neutral runners, but is less suited to heavier runners and forefoot strikers than its predecessor

obvious is to the fit of the shoe. Previous versions have won fans – particularly among women – thanks to a narrow heel and a wide forefoot. The new Shadow still has the snug rearfoot, but the forefoot also has a closer-fitting feel. The Shadow has proven

and durable rearfoot with a very flexible soft forefoot.It’s a quicker, more responsive shoe than the Max Triax, and certainly more stable. But our weartesters’ reactions were mixed. Most felt the Moto fitted well, especially in the rearfoot, and had a smooth

. It’s also good value, with a forefoot GTO cushioning pad as well as Saucony’s normal rearfoot GRID unit. If you havebiomechanical problems, you should look to a motion control shoe such as Saucony’s £75 GRID Hammer or £60 GRID Sovereign

reliable, uncomplicated training choice. It would benefit mild to moderate overpronators, forefoot-strikers and heavier runners who want good cushioning and a broad base of support, but who don’t necessarily want a traditional big-guy shoe.

around the rearfoot, which softens heel strike a little. And softening is the theme in the new Moto: Nike has softened the midsole slightly throughout – although it is most notable in the forefoot. The shoe is still stable and responsive