now weigh little more than a standard stability shoe. Others have the plush shock-absorbancy of cushioning shoes, and a couple can even be called responsive. Motion control (MC) shoes have come of age – they've always been functional, but now they

runners – both light and heavy – looking for a bit of cosseting. It's soft, but not too spongy, and, for a shoe that isn't designed as an out-and-out stability model, it offers plenty of support thanks to a broad base and a sturdy midfoot shank

of running shoe that fits neatly into a similar ‘hybrid' category: performance trainers.They're light enough to slip on for a speed session on the track, but offer enough stability and cushioning to cope with all but the longest Sunday training runs. They

called Implus under the heel and the toes. With a low arch, and a wide and shallow heel cup, the Athletes Plus will do nothing to improve a shoe’s stability.Inside story If you’re looking to increase the plushness of your shoes, then the Athletes Plus

layers of fabric, is on the outside. Montrail says this makes it completely waterproof and more breathable. The laces are covered by a zip collar and a neoprene gaiter attaches to it.Nike Air Storm Beacon – £65What is it? A stability shoe designed

Elite is a versatile performance shoe suited to many runners. It's certainly light enough to double as a marathon racer for mild to moderate overpronators who're hoping to run under 3:15.Swap and Save If you usually race in Nike Air Perseus 2 stability

series. Reebok now has a great range of shoes suitable for every type of runner, and the pick is the Premier Road. Offering a great combination of cushioning, stability, smoothness and value (it’s a steal at £55), the Premier Road is a pleasure to run in