Gear

The latest science puts the squeeze on compression garments

Make shopping for running shoes easier with this cheat sheet. We have rounded up what you need to know—including the lingo.

Stud your shoes with hex-head sheet metal screws to gain traction and security on ice and snow

I read that serious runners keep two pairs of shoes in rotation. Why is that? And should I rotate my shoes, too?

I know that conventional running shoes lose their bounce and cushion over time, leaving you open to injury. Should I be worried about the same sort of deterioration with my treadmill?