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Jessica Downey

We ran 55 miles in the Brooks Glycerin Max and it’s a shoe that delivers both comfort and energy return

Brooks Glycerin Max running shoes.

Brooks has long been known for producing some of the best running shoes on the market, offering comfort and protection for runners of all abilities. But what makes the Glycerin Max different from other recent running shoe models from Brooks, like the Brooks Ghost 16 and the Brooks Glycerin 21?

Well, what sets the Glycerin Max apart is that it pushes Brooks into the max cushioned category, with the shoe showcasing a much greater stack height than other models. The Glycerin Max midsole is made from Brooks' DNA Tuned material, this tech is designed to increase the level of comfort at the heel and provide a more energetic, responsive feel at the forefoot. Brooks built this midsole design using two different densities: larger cells at the heel to create a softer, more cushioned landing, and smaller cells at the forefoot to improve energy return and propulsion with each step.

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