EP 218 - Super Shoes & Smart Gear with Boston Marathoner, Michelle Baxter

This week, I’m joined by Michelle Baxter to talk all things super shoes, running gear, and Boston Marathon prep.We dive into how racing shoes have evolved + break down what’s actually working right now for us, including models like the Alphafly, Vaporfly, Adios Pro, and Fast-R and more.We also get honest about the role of gear: what truly matters for performance versus what’s just hype. From favorite current gear to cold-weather essentials (hello, Midwest winters), we share what we’re loving—and what we still wish existed.There’s also a nostalgic trip down memory lane with some of our favorite gear and things we want to leave behind. Whether you’re chasing a PR or just love talking gear, this episode is a fun, honest look at how running—and runners—have evolved.Resources & Links:Work with Coach Sara + the Elevate Your Running Coaching Team  – Coaching and Programselevateyourrunning.comInstagram – Join the CommunityElevateyourrunning and sayrahrunshappyWhere to Listen:Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Music | YouTube Channel If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how coaching has impacted your journey on social media using #elevateyourrunning. Do you want to be an inclusive insider? Help support the Elevate Your Running Podcast! Get exclusive content, Sara’s training updates, Q + A coaching advice, and more through this platform! PARTNER DISCOUNTS AND LINKS:Boulderthon 2026: save $20 off the marathon or half marathon with code SARA20Dynamic Runner:⁠ code SAYRAHRUNSHAPPY for 10% off your subscriptionSenitas Athletics: save 15% off your total order using the link attachedCheribundi: code ELEVATE for 15% offSkratch Labs - Use this code for 20% off your next order!