Author name: Ken

Ken is the founder, editor, and running-shoe tester behind NextGait. Running since 2014, he has logged 12,500+ miles, personally tested 63 running shoes, and completed 36 races from 5K to 50K, including three marathons, as of September 2026. He writes from a recreational runner's perspective and is not a medical professional. Read his profile and NextGait's Editorial Standards.

Running Shoes

Nike Pegasus 42 Review: 150+ Miles Tested (2026)

Ken / February 3, 2026

Nike Pegasus 42 review after 150+ miles: ReactX, full-length Air Zoom, fit, sizing, ride, durability, long runs, pace range, and Pegasus 41 comparison.

Running Shoes

10 Best Running Shoes for Overpronation (2026): Expert Tested & Reviewed

Ken / February 3, 2026

Finding the best running shoes for overpronation starts with understanding the problem. Overpronation is the most commonly diagnosed gait issue

Running Shoes

Brooks Ghost 18 Review: 130+ Miles Tested (2026)

Ken / February 3, 2026

Brooks Ghost 18 review after 130+ miles. Ken tests DNA LOFT v3 cushioning, fit, sizing, stable-neutral ride, durability, Ghost 17 differences, and alternatives.

Running Nutrition

Half Marathon Nutrition Plan: What to Eat Before, During, and After

Ken / February 2, 2026

Build a half marathon nutrition plan by finish time, with carb-loading guidance, race-morning meals, gel timing, hydration, and three sample plans.

Runner in a larger body recording an easy stride for running form analysis

Running Knowledge

Heavy Runner Running Form Adjustments: What Actually Helps

Ken / February 2, 2026

Evidence-based running form adjustments for heavier runners: individualized cadence, foot-strike tradeoffs, phone-video checks, pain rules, and a controlled two-week test.