Doctors of Running Podcast #276 Buy or Sell: Saucony Endorphin Azura, ASICS Nimbus 28, Is Runner’s High a Real Thing?
Jan 14, 2026
They debate new trainers like the Saucony Endorphin Azura and whether it can replace the Shift. They argue over the ASICS Nimbus 28 and what makes modern daily trainers different. They evaluate the Saucony Endorphin Pro 5 as a fortified super shoe. They discuss training choices like running doubles and whether to race a marathon or ultra in 2026. They finish by tackling whether runner’s high is real.
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Teraventure 5 Is A Balanced Run Hike Shoe
- David described testing the Hoka Teraventure 5 and liked its balanced, lower-stack feel suited for run-hike and through-hiking.
- He waited for drier conditions in rainy Santa Barbara to take it fully on trails.
Guide 19 Feels Familiar And Better For Walking
- Matthew Klein described testing the Saucony Guide 19 but found it unchanged and more useful for walking or standing than exciting for running.
- He has 30–40 miles on it and says it's stable, fits well, but feels unexciting.
Recovery From Bone Stress Injury Shapes Shoe Testing
- Nathan Brown is recovering from a bone stress injury and is using nonrunning activities while awaiting return to running in 2–3 weeks.
- He's testing an Ultra Ford shoe for walking and elliptical, excited to see how it runs later.