These Lightweight Running Shoes Feel Like Clouds On Your Feet (2024)

“This is a truly awesome shoe by APL,"says Shackleton."It is very light at 6.8 ounces and features an elastic in lieu of laces, which holds your foot snug while also allowing the shoe to be slipped on and off easily.”

In two unique colorways and clocking in at 6.9 ounces, this shoe is perfect for short-distance trail runs. “The sole has patterns that are built for great traction and these are perfect for running outside or on rough terrain,” Shackleton says.

If you’re looking to train for a marathon (you can go miles in these lightweight running shoes) or focus on speed work, these eight-ounce sneakers have a larger width to keep feet comfortable and not too cramped. “It’s great for long distance runners, as the width will help provide some extra support on those long treks,” Shackleton notes.

This shoe is very light at 6.5 ounces—and versatile. “I think this shoe is good for both indoor and outdoor running and I like that it is a little bit more affordable and also has a wide option,” Shackleton says.

The 7.1-ounce Mach 4comes in a bright color-blocking style that will add some fun to your workout attire. “It is lightweight, breathable, and has an extended heel to support your balance,” Shackleton says. And another nice feature is the Achilles heel tab, which is well-designed to help you get the shoe on and off easily.

At a reasonable price point, these lightweight running shoes have a nice amount of foam to provide responsive cushioning as well as a breathable knit upper and stabilizing rubber outsole. “It comes in at 7.1 ounces and is a good shoe for both running and training,” Shackleton says.

The Endorphin speed is another shoe that offers heavier padding on the sole. “It still comes in at seven ounces and I also love that this shoe utilizes recycled materials, making it a greener option than others,” Shackleton says.

While they’re pricey, these high-techshoes use data to guarantee your best race yet. Responsive foam and extra plush cushioning come together with the new Flyknit fabric, which has a lightweight, contoured fit with solid breathability. There are also two slender Zoom Air units, which are said to yield high energy return.

“If you’re a proud Bostonian then this shoe might be the perfect fit for you based on design alone; however, outside of the design, I love this lightweight (6.5-ounce) shoe because it is great for people with underpronation and neutral pronation,” Shackleton says.

This pick has highly responsive and ultra-light cushioning to support the feet and improve performance. “They partnered with Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company to make the outsole, and if anybody knows anything about traction, it’s the people over at Goodyear, so I would definitely recommend this shoe for anyone looking for improved traction on their running shoes,” Shackleton says.