“Running trainers have additional support, cushioning or shock absorbers to protect joints from the impact of the ground [depending on the type of ground you’re running on],” says Campus. We tested for comfort, cushioning, energy return, durability (although, of course, you’d need to run hundreds of miles in a shoe to test this fully) and stability, putting each style to the test. – Saucony women’s tempus: £170.20, Amazon.co.uk Best budget buy – Kalenji jogflow women’s running shoes: £19.99, Decathlon.co.uk