For trail runners, the Gel-Venture 9s are now just under $65 and make a perfect option with their reinforced toe cap that adds protection against impact and increases durability. This, in addition to the added traction and signature Amplifoam cushioning, helps also establish the shoe as a great resource for jogging on snowy or damp roads.

Regardless of your running level, an everyday trainer is perhaps the most important shoe to have in your line up. For her easy runs, Dudley relies on the Asics Novablast. “These have a lot of cushion and arch support yet still feel very light,” she says.