Staff Picks for Favorite Shoes | Bridger Orthopedic

Therapist shoe choice

As a self-proclaimed shoe nerd, I am always looking for my next shoe. Every time a company comes out with a new technology, I want to try it out and see it makes me faster, or makes running less painful. Our staff at Bridger Orthopedic is full of avid runners, so I asked a few of them to talk about their favorite running or training shoes.

Levi Taylor, DPT

Nike Pegasus 36

· Lightweight, high mileage neutral trainer that I can use for speed work and distance runs

· Nike Zoom for light and responsive ride that gives a little bounce

· Tried and true as it is on its 36th iteration, and even has a trail shoe

· Cool color schemes andvarieties

Jeff Sebatka, DPT

Altra Timp

· Great cushioning and protection from rocks

· Plenty of room in the toe box to let the toes splay naturally

· Large aggressive lugs for great traction on the trails

· Rockered forefoot tohelp propel you uphill

Emily Pfeiffer, PTA

Nike Air Zoom Terra Kiger

· Good tread for running on single track

· Light weight and cool design

· Can also work as a cross trainer for weights, jumping, and Metcon workouts

Brittnie Herbst, DPT

The Hoka Challenger ATR

· great combination trail and road shoe

· breathable with great traction

· increased cushion while still being lightweight

· larger toe box for added comfort

Maggie Burns, DPT

Brooks Launch 6

· Neutral shoe without too much cushion so I still get a sense of responsiveness and recoil from every foot strike

· Relatively lighter weight than some of its intra-brand neutralc ounterparts making it function for both my longer distance training runs and speed work;

I have even used this shoe in lieu of a racing flat for various running and multisport events

· The sole holds up and does not precede the breakdown of the foam or the upper saving me from midseason replacements

· Wet, sweaty feet approve of the breathability and shape-retention of the upper

Marcel Lak, PT, DPT

Hoka One One Speed Goat

· Very well cushioned trail shoe

· Good traction on shale,making it a perfect shoe for the Rut

· Nice support, and the most comfortable trail shoe I’ve owned

Dewey Peacock, Trainer

Adidas Boston 8

· Light and Supportive Shoe

· Great Cushion with Great Response