Is there a benefit to having two different pairs of shoes and alternating them?
For many runners, alternating two different pairs of shoes can indeed be advantageous. Many runners use a lightweight shoe with a responsive forefoot for faster paced workouts and a more cushioned shoe for longer runs. Even if your runs are all the same distance and pace, using two models can help prevent overuse injuries because different shoes will have unique effects on your gait and work the lower leg muscles differently. For those who run nearly everyday, having more than one pair of shoes can help you from falling into a rut by keeping your runs fresh and interesting.
