Here is a breakdown of my current footwear and their specific training/racing purposes. I've used all of my Metaspeed shoes for at least one marathon. What I no use them for is purely based on their current mileage: I use new-ish shoes for marathons, then for shorter distance races, then only for training.
All of my running shoes
👟 Daily Trainers & Recovery
Shoe
Purpose
Notes
Asics Novablast 5
Jogs & Easy Long Runs
Best for long runs without specific intensity blocks.
Altra Escalante Racer 2 (barefoot/minimalist shoes)
Jogs & Short Tempos
Ideal for runs under 15 km, because they're tough on the calves
⚡ Speedwork & Intervals
Shoe
Purpose
Notes
Saucony Endorphin Pro 4
Intervals
Dedicated speed session trainer.
Asics Metaspeed Sky Paris (Yellow)
Intervals & Triathlon
Also used for long runs with specific intensity blocks.
🏁 Racing & Elite Performance
Shoe
Purpose
Notes
Asics Metaspeed Sky Paris (White)
Short to Mid-Distance Races
5 km to 21.1 km (Half Marathon) and fast intervals.
