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Herbert R Hilderbrand
October 21, 2025
Brooks Glycerin 19: The Gold Standard in Comfort and Durability
The Brooks Women's Glycerin 19 sets the standard for long-run excellence, defined by its superior comfort and premium quality construction. This neutral shoe's design masterfully blends form and functionality, providing a streamlined style that looks as good as it feels. The cushioning delivers reliable, soft cushioning while the well-engineered footbed offers excellent foundational arch support for countless miles. Built to withstand high mileage and varied training, the materials ensure exceptional durability, making the Glycerin 19 a smart for any dedicated runner.
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Great shoes but they run small!
I tried several different models from Brooks before finally settling on Glycerin 19 for my daily trainer. I wanted the same kind of firm and sturdy sole that I love in the Hyperion Tempo. I was hesitant to try a highly cushioned show after running in Hoka Clifton 7 and finding them too squishy, but the Glycerin 19s are a dream. Super comfy and cushiony but with a nice firm sole that still gives plenty of energy return. I also typically have a hard time getting my heel locked in adequately but have no problems with that in these. I love how the uppers hug my foot and make me feel nice and locked in—i don't even need to use a runners loop!My one gripe is that these run really small. The Amazon page says "true to size, order your usual size" which is what I did. I wear a 7.5 in regular shoes and an 8 in every other pair of running shoes so I ordered an 8. I should have read the q&a and reviews first! My toes were crammed in there all the way up to the edge of the shoe, blisters etc. I had to return that pair and go up one full size to a 9 in order to have adequate room. An 8.5 wide would probably have worked too.
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Physical Therapist-Approved!
These shoes are amazingly comfortable and they look sharp! I am a physical therapist and I’m on my feet all day, doing a very active job. I love how supportive and comfortable these shoes are. They also have good traction and do not slip easily. I’ve been wearing this pair 5 days per week since February and they are still going strong. I admit, the first week I wore them they rubbed a little bit on the back of my ankle/Achilles, but I pulled up my sock as a barrier and did not get any skin breakdown. And after that first week, they fit like a dream. For reference, I got a size 10.5 in Black and Metallic Pink. Not sure if the manufacturer would recommend, but fyi once per month I also wash my shoes in the washing machine on cold w/ towels, then air dry and they still hold up great!
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Remarkably comfortable footbed!
Really like this shoe. It came as a used product...which surprised me, because I didn't recall seeing that in the descriptive info. However, it was virtually like new. VERY comfortable footbed. I had heard so much about the ON running shoes, ordered those and was a bit disappointed that the footbed was not very plush and forgiving. These Brooks are remarkably cushy but very structurally sound. The color was great. The price was good (relative to new...but again, they had been worn/tried on). The sole is GREAT. Laces have enough texture to them that they stay tied!!! Identified the Brooks Glycerin as a good option for my plantar bursitis...and these are fabulous. Did get a blister early on, but breaking them in well. Overall great purchase.
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Just Bought My Third Pair of Brooks!
These shoes are so comfy! I purchase the Neutral and not the GTS. It’s like walking on pillows! Great for working out, running, walking, and general everyday chores. The comfort level is the best I have ever found. My first pair of Brooks was the Glycerin 15. Surprisingly, I still have them and wear them. I did go up a half of a size on the 2 pairs of Glycerin 19 that I purchased this week. After reading other reviews I wondered if I should go up the half size. I realized after these arrived (1/2 size larger) I probably should have gone up a half size on my original pair. All my other regular shoe purchases are a half size smaller than my Brooks. I’ve also heard that a shoe worn for working out should allow extra space in the toe area for movement. This was valuable information I wish I had learned earlier in life. These Brooks are better than any other athletic shoe I have EVER worn. I cannot imagine going back to some of the other name brands I’ve worn in the past. As long as Brooks continue to feel this good, I will never change again!!!Also, I was afraid to order since they weren’t shipped by prime. But I wanted this color. I would like to say that Playmakers did a spectacular job of shipping me these shoes in a timely manner without any disappointment! There were awesome as well!!!
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