Running Tips for the Christmas Season and Beyond! : ) I have two tips for runners this Christmas season — my gift to you. : ) First off, we’re going to talk about something a lot of people don’t really think about. Having a pair of training shoes and a pair of racing shoes. The training shoes, in my opinion, should provide good cushioning and a very comfortable ride; the racing shoes, typically from the same manufacturer, typically offer the same features, BUT are not as dura