Best for Marathon Training

Brooks Glycerin (Wide)

Name: Brooks Glycerin (Wide)
Brand: Brooks
Rating: 3.7 (3 reviews)

Brooks' flagship trainer in wide fit is a marathon-training workhorse with a plush ride and genuine width. Repeatedly recommended alongside NB 880 for wide-foot distance runners.

$160-$170

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Pros

Plush, well-cushioned ride suited for long marathon training runs
Wide version offers genuine width increase over standard
Durable and consistent — a trusted daily trainer
Higher heel drop (10mm) helps runners with Achilles or calf tightness

Cons

Some users still report fit issues even in wide version — narrower than NB or Altra wide
Heavier than many modern trainers
ASICS wide options are more limited and pricier at equivalent cushion level

Why we recommend it

The Glycerin wide is the Brooks shoe that actually delivers on width — unlike the Ghost, which runs narrow even in wide sizes. If you're logging marathon miles on wide feet, this is the Brooks to get.

Sources

reddit.comBest budget shoes for running - r/indianrunners

rtings.comThe 5 Best Brooks Running Shoes of 2026

Reddit user

“I had success in New Balance 880s in wide and Brooks Glycerin in wide too.”

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