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Spring will be here before you know it, and if you’re looking to log more miles this year, there are plenty of running shoe deals to take advantage of now. As a leading brand in the running shoe space, Brooks makes footwear for every kind of runner, which means it can take some effort to decipher the different model names.
The Glycerin GTS 20 is a supportive, cushioned shoe for runners looking for cloud-like comfort with supportive guide rails to keep feet pain-free. Typically $160, the Glycerin GTS 20 is now $40 (or 25%) off, ringing up for just $120. As is typical for Brooks, all of the colorways are eye-catching, and Zappos has sizes between 7 and 14, including half sizes, available.
These shoes feature the maximum cushioning that Brooks offers, so they’re a good option if you need the comfort and plushness of a cushioned shoe. In addition to runners, this cushioning can benefit those who stand on hard floors or walk many miles daily.
GTS stands for Go-To Support, Brooks’ system of guide rails on the sides of the shoes that can help align a runner’s step, reducing pain in the knees and hips and keeping your feet comfortable on long runs. The shoes have some stability for runners who overpronate or have flat feet. The soles are also nitrogen-infused for a lighter-than-air feeling, and the traditional mesh upper is breathable but keeps the foot in place.
Running shoes are popular among walkers and those who are on their feet for long stretches, and the Glycerin GTS 20 is a perfect option for that application thanks to the maximum cushioning. The Glycerin GTS 20 was popular among those who struggle with knee pain, with one shopper writing in a review, “This relieved my knee and back pain while walking.” One shopper even wrote, "These truly feel like running on clouds."
"I work in the ER and these shoes are so nice," one reviewer wrote. "I've tried a couple other types of shoes that are supposed to be comfortable but to no avail. The Brooks Glycerin GTS is soft on the heel and arches. … These shoes are a game changer!"
Runners also put these shoes through the paces, with one writing, “The shoes have taken me through half and full marathons and half-ironman triathlons.” One shopper who switched to these from Brooks’ Adrenaline wrote, “I finished a full road marathon in them a week after turning 70 and had no foot or ankle issues.”
Whether you’re looking for a supportive shoe to stand in all day, or you’re lacing up before your next race, the Brooks Glycerin GTS 20 is a solid option at an even better price. Act fast, as some sizes are already sold out.
