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Shoe Review: Brooks Ghost 15

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  Brooks Ghost 15 'Alloy/Oyster/Black'  Retail Price - $140 Best Price - $109.95 from  Brooks Originally Released - November 2022 Specs of the Brooks Ghost 15 Type of Shoe - Daily Trainer with Medium Cushion Surface Designed For - Road Cushioning - DNA Loft V2 Stack Height - 35mm / 23mm Midsole Drop - 12mm Weight (per shoe) - 10.1 ounces  Review     About a year ago I bought the Brooks Ghost 14s, and the year before that I bought the Ghost 13s. I really enjoyed running in these shoes, as the cushioning felt nice when broken in, and the upper of the shoe was really durable and well cushioned. These were my go-to trainers for longer runs on the road or grass, and they held up decently well in rainy and muddy conditions. The Brooks Ghost 15s seem to be more of the same, with a very similar design to its predecessors, with an improved version of the already comfortable DNA Loft foam. The uppers are very similar, along with similar traction too. As the saying goes, if it ain

Post Run: Cooldown

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          After a tough run, the last thing many runners want to do is run some more. But actually, running at a slow relaxed pace for even a mile can prevent soreness and muscle fatigue the next day. So why should you incorporate a cooldown run into your running routine? Below I'll share what to do after a run, and the reason behind it.  What Should I Do for my Cool Down? A cooldown is a slow, relaxed jog done at the end of a workout. This jog doesn't need to be very long, usually a mile or so and should be done at a pace that feels comfortable. If your running a cooldown after a race, try not to wear spikes, but rather a comfortable pair of trainers. Trainers have more cushioning and are better for slow jogging that spikes, which are built to be fast. This run should be done anywhere from immediately after, to 20 minutes after the intense run, or briefly in between repetitions of a workout (for no more than a quarter mile). Waiting more time causes the heartbeat to slowdown t