The Best Running Shoes for a 5k

adidas Supernova 3

A wonderful workhorse of a running shoe. The adidas Supernova is made to check your running goals off one by one. Durable, responsive Boost foam in the heel softens the impact whilst a comfortable upper and durable rubber outsole keeps you running longer with peace of mind.

Nike Zoom Winflo 10

The Nike Winflo has long been a reliable daily trainer, packing solid performance in a lightweight, affordable package. With a balanced feel, full length Nike Air cushioning and improved step in comfort you get a lot of bang for your buck.

PUMA Electrify Nitro 3

Combining nitrogen infused NITRO foam with PROFOAMLITE the Electrify Nitro 3 offers improved responsiveness over its previous versions with a pop of extra bounce in the heel. A PUMAGRIP outsole offers highly durable traction.

Skechers Go Run Consistent

Versatile enough to run 5k in the morning, and head to the gym in them after work, the Sketchers Go Run Consistent offers a surprising level of comfort and responsiveness at a great price.

Nike Air Zoom Rival Fly 3

Designed to help runners take their first steps into speed, the Rival Fly shares similar characteristics to Nike’s high performance offerings with a more affordable price point!

HOKA Speedgoat 5

HOKA and trail running go hand in hand. The Speedgoat series is one of the brands most popular options, offering excellent cushioning, durability thanks to a Vibram outsole and a strategically reinforced upper.

Nike Pegasus Trail 4

Classic Pegasus fit and feel with grip that won’t let you down. Also feels pretty good on harder surfaces too making this one a great hybrid option for mixed terrain.

Saucony Peregrine 13

A real fan favourite for its low profile, lightweight design. The Peregrine combines a breathable, well-structured upper with aggressive traction. Cushioned enough for taking it easy, light enough for chasing your parkrun PB!

The North Face Flight Vectiv

We all know about carbon plated road shoes but what happens when you implement that tech to the trails? You get the Flight Vectiv. The first full carbon plated trail shoe!

adidas Terrex Speed Ultra

Co-created with Ultra Running legend Tom Evans, you can have every confidence that this one is fit for purpose. Built for speed and comfort, if your parkrun course has some technical terrain, this could be the shoe for you.

Saucony Guide 16

The supportive sibling of the Saucony Ride series, the Guide features a medial post to limit excessive pronation. Perfect for those wanting subtle stability on the run.

ASICS Gel Kayano 30

A running shoe household name, the Kayano has an almost unrivalled reputation for a reason. Always reliable, always there to offer support when your form starts to slip with a few hundred metres to go. ASICS most premium support shoe is here to stay.

Nike Structure 25

One of the more versatile offerings on the list, the Nike Structure takes the classic Nike DNA into the support shoe arena with performance you can trust.

New Balance Fresh Foam Vongo v5

With the luxurious softness of Fresh Foam underfoot and supportive features throughout the shoe, the Vongo offers long lasting cushioning with an extra bit of medial support to keep you moving in confidence.

HOKA Arahi 6

Lightweight support comes in the form of a J-frame underfoot in the Arahi for unobtrusive structure. It also brings the classic max cushioned, lightweight, smooth meta-rocker feel that Hoka are famed for.

Mizuno Wave Inspire 19

Trademark Wave Plate technology and ENERZY foam offers exceptional underfoot cushioning whilst a medial post and PU print 3D frame with PU support strap ensures a stable ride. Add in the accommodating upper and the Wave Inspire is a solid choice.

Nike Vaporfly 3

The original Vaporfly was the OG and nothing came close in terms of performance for many years. Although other brands may have shortened the deficit, for many, the Vaporfly still rules the roost!

Asics Metaspeed Edge+

While the Metaspeed Edge and Sky are aimed at cadence and stride type runners, the more agile, lower stack, and lighter of the two is the Edge which many find ideal for racing over shorter distances.

On Cloudboom Echo 3

Built with a laser focus on speed the Echo 3 combines Helion X1 superfoam, a carbon plate and On’s proprietary Cloudtech, shrunk in the Echo 3 to give firmer, faster feel. Keep them back for race day for an amazing feeling of speed.

Saucony Endorphin Speed 3

SPEEDROLL technology, S-curved winged nylon plate, super breathable upper, comparatively durable outsole and PEBA based PWRRUN PB midsole. Sounds like a recipe for a good time. The Endorphin Speed is a smooth mover.

adidas adizero Takumi Sen 9

The first shoe of its kind specifically designed for shorter road races, the Takumi Sen 8 continues to build upon the rich Adizero heritage. Lower to the ground, lighter and more flexible than its Adios Pro 2 sibling, this one is a no brainer for your next 5k!

HOKA Rocket X 2

HOKA's lightest high performance shoe to date. Relatively lower stack height comparative to other offerings on the market ensures stability around those tight parkrun course bends. Full length carbon plate adds the pop!