Best Running Shoes for Half Marathon (2026)
Quick answer: Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM ranks the best half marathon running shoes based on cushioning, support, durability, and fit.
What to Look For
- Cushioning matched to your weight
- Stability features for your foot type
- Drop matched to your running style
- Width matched to your foot
Dr. Tom’s Top 5
Hoka Bondi 8, Brooks Glycerin 21, ASICS Gel-Nimbus 26, New Balance 1080v13, Saucony Triumph 21 — picks based on foot type and running goals.
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Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM is a board-certified foot & ankle surgeon (ABFAS & ABPM) at Balance Foot & Ankle Specialists in Southeast Michigan. With over a decade of clinical experience, he specializes in heel pain, bunions, diabetic foot care, sports injuries, and minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Biernacki is a member of the APMA and ACFAS, and his patient education content on MichiganFootDoctors.com and YouTube has made him one of the most-followed foot & ankle educators on YouTube.