The Saucony Endorphin Shift 3 is a lightweight maximalist road running shoe with a rocker shape at the forefoot and generous cushioning at the heel to absorb the shock of heel-striking. I'm a fan of ...

Age is just a number, but numbers matter when you toe a starting line. To commemorate turning 125 this year, Saucony launched its fastest racing shoe yet: the Endorphin Elite. The “elite” naming ...

Every time a new version of a shoe I love drops, I get a little nervous. Will it mess with the magic? Should I start hoarding the current model just in case? That’s exactly how I felt when the Saucony ...

Endorphins are chemical messengers in your body, released by both your central nervous system and your pituitary gland. While experts are still identifying all the ways they work in your body, 2010 ...

We know it’s giving off some ‘just do it’ vibes, but this is the newly updated Saucony Endorphin Pro 5. Based on what we’ve tested from Saucony so far in 2026, the brand is clearly having a moment, ...

The Saucony Endorphin Speed 4 is intended to fit into Saucony’s Endorphin line up as a training companion to the race-day Pro 4 — or even the more speed-focussed Elite models. But even though I’m an ...

Working out is known to make you feel good, but how much do you need to work out to achieve endorphin release? (Photo: Kevin Kozicki via Getty Images) Exercising has a laundry list of benefits: it ...

Endorphins are a type of “feel-good” brain chemical. The body releases them during pleasurable activities, such as sex and exercise. Endorphins function as natural pain and stress relievers. The ...

Can’t return shoes after trying them. Tight fit in toe box. I won’t bury my feelings (because my therapist told me to stop): The Saucony Endorphin Shift running shoes are by far the best shoes I ...

When race day is upon you, your daily training sneakers are probably not your best option for toeing up to the starting line. Sure, these silhouettes can be excellent for providing cushioning and ...