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Lilith Hudson

Should you wash running shoes in the washing machine? An expert guide to proper footwear cleaning

A person running through a muddy trail .

If you like to hit the trails, you'll know better than to buy white running shoes. That’s because keeping your running footwear clean and dirt-free is no easy feat. Even if you're a road runner, muddy puddles, dust, and inevitable sweat will make washing your shoes a necessity at some point, and while the convenience of the washing machine might beckon, you ought to think twice if you want your shoes to last.

Perhaps your shoes look a sorry sight at this very moment. Wet winter weather may have caked your best trail running shoes in mud, or maybe trapped dust and dirt have dulled the once-bright color of your best road running shoes. If you're wondering how to wash them safely, look no further. We've asked some experts how to properly clean running shoes so they look as good as new while still maintaining their shape and quality. (Spoiler alert: your washing machine probably isn't the answer.)

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