Most runners know exactly what they’re looking for in a shoe: it doesn’t take much time to build up a wealth of knowledge about what suits their running style – and of course, their personal style – and with even more experience under their collective belt, runners as a whole become very familiar with the various brands available on the market.

Mizuno are well known for manufacturing a wide range of high quality shoes at a reasonable price, providing both style and comfort.  These particular running shoes offer styles unique to your gender, so you will have no trouble finding a design to suit your needs.

One particular aspect that assists the performance of any runner is the weight of the shoes, because whether you run long distances at a steady pace, short distances at a sprint or enjoy interval training, you need a shoe that won’t weigh you down, and the Mizuno Wave Rider 13 model is certainly a winner in this category.

The lightweight yet solid rubber sole allows the wearer to have a greater connect to the ground, as it provides a better “feel,” somewhat similar to the beneficial sensation of barefoot running.  Reviewers have noted that it feels as if you’re gripping the road with each step and speculate that this could be attributed to the impressive flexibility that the Wave Riders are known for.

Those who don’t need a large toebox may find that there is a little too much room for their feet in these trainers, but some reviewers have mentioned that it depends on which type of socks you wear: it is best to experiment for yourself when it comes to running shoes, so if you have a neutral running style and need a light shoe to stand up to anything then these could be exactly what you’re looking for.