Marathon HandbookArticle · Mar 18, 2026INFERRED
A home run and a game-changer that is considered the most improved running shoe of 2025, setting a new industry standard for daily trainers.
Brooks
Glycerin 22
Daily trainer · Neutral · 298 g · 10 mm drop · MSRP $165
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Critic consensus
from 8 reviewsThe Brooks Glycerin 22 delivers a reliable and comfortable ride with an upgraded dual-cell midsole that adds bounce and protective shock absorption. It runs slightly heavy and lacks versatility for faster paces, making it an ideal workhorse for easy miles and recovery runs. It suits neutral runners seeking durable daily comfort over lightweight speed.
Reviewers agree
Midsole foam upgrade improves cushioning bounce and smooth transitions7/8
Generous outsole rubber provides excellent traction and durability6/8
Heavier weight and bulk limit versatility for faster running paces6/8
Padded upper offers secure lockdown and high step-in comfort6/8
Reviewers disagree
Plushness of the ride underfoot5 vs 2
Upper breathability in warmer conditions3 vs 2
What reviewers use it for
Easy8 of 8
Long run6 of 8
Race1 of 8
Tempo0 of 8 · no tag
A shoe earns a tag as soon as one reviewer recommends it for that kind of run; the count shows how many agree. Mentions include synonyms, so “recovery”, “zone 2” and “conversational” all count toward Easy.
Critic reviews
8 reviews · 8 scores inferredBelieve in the RunVideo · Mar 21, 2026INFERRED
The Brooks Glycerin 22 is absolutely awesome and offers one of the better rides of probably any daily trainer right now.
Marathon HandbookVideo · Mar 21, 2026INFERRED
The Brooks Glycerin 22 represents a home run for Brooks, delivering advanced cushioning and responsiveness to the easy running category.
EasyWatch review
Doctors of RunningVideo · Mar 21, 2026INFERRED
Really enjoying this shoe and its smooth, comfortable ride, looking forward to accumulating more miles.
Fordy RunsVideo · Mar 21, 2026INFERRED
The Glycerin 22 is a massive and very, very good upgrade, especially due to the DNA Tuned midsole which transforms the ride.
The Run TestersVideo · Mar 21, 2026INFERRED
The Brooks Glycerin 22 is a solid, dependable, and comfortable daily trainer, representing a positive, albeit not revolutionary, upgrade from the Glycerin 21.
KofuziVideo · Mar 13, 2026INFERRED
It's ideal for recovery runs or long-distance PRs, positioning it as the max cushion version of the Brooks Ghost.
Alastair RunningVideo · Mar 21, 2026INFERRED
While offering solid improvements in durability and fit, its price and balanced ride make it less appealing than some lighter, more cushioned daily trainers.
EasyWatch review