Need a new pair of treads for the Aussie marathon season? These are the 18 top runner-recommended styles to consider

Running a marathon — or even say, a half-marathon or 5km fun run — is a pretty great accomplishment, seeing as jogging long distances is no easy feat for the average person, let alone someone who actually enjoys running.

Many of the major world marathons have come and gone this year, but some Aussies are already prepping for local marathon events, like the Sydney Half Marathon this weekend or the Sydney Marathon in August. And IMO, there's no better motivation to start hitting those running goals than a nice pair of sneakers, especially if you're planning on ticking off a marathon on your fitness bucket list.

While I am no marathon runner, I can appreciate a comfortable yet vibrant pair of sneakers (or joggers, as we Aussies affectionately call them). From Hokas, Asics, to Adidas and everything in between, there's a supportive pair of sneakers for every kind of runner (or walker) below. I've gathered 18 top-rated pairs found on Amazon, including some of the favourites as rated by Tom's Guide's fitness team — the Hoka Bondi 9s, the Nike Vaporfly 4s and the Asics Megablast.

Better yet, the majority of these sneakers can be shipped to most metro cities in Australia within the next two days, thanks to Amazon's expedited delivery. That said, most running experts don't suggest opting for a new pair before a big race weekend (especially if you are competing in the Half Marathon this Sunday, May 3). FWIW, you could view this purchase as a consolation prize for, well, running a marathon.

So scroll on to find the best running shoes worth stepping into, below.

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