Top 4 Low-Drop Sneakers to Run Faster

Adidas Adipure Gazelle
7 mm drop

Elevate your form and performance with the low-flying AdiPure Gazelle. Perfectly engineered for running, weightlifting, or plyometrics, this 6.3-ounce minimalist shoe with a 7mm drop is the new ace in your gym bag. The sock-like uppers on the Gazelle sweep across your toes and instep for 360 degrees of support, while the ultralight midsole distributes force across the forefoot and promotes an optimal running gait. Slip these on and watch your game take off. ($100; adidas.com)

Did You Know?: Your VO2 max can improve 1-2% for every three to four ounces you shed in shoe weight.