Whether you are planning to run your first 5K in 2022 or are looking to speed up your marathon distance, the right running shoes may be the key to success. (Don't forget that proper training and good nutrition are also important!)

But when it comes to finding the best running shoes for you, the choice can be overwhelming and expensive. That's where we come in. To save you the hassle of scrolling, we're taking a look around the sale and helping you get the best shoes for less.

One of the most popular running shoes right now is the Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 38, but the shoe's predecessor, the Nike Pegasus 37, is currently available in the Nike January Sale for $76.97. As a fitness editor, I've been fortunate enough to test most of the newest shoes on the market, but if I only had $80 in my pocket, this is the pair I'd buy right now.

The Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 37 is a great all-rounder. It can cross the finish line of your first 5k marathon and handle the easy training miles of your fastest marathon. It's a reliable workhorse that should be in your closet, and for $80, it's a steal.

When Nike launched the Pegasus 37, it completely redesigned its most popular training shoe, adding React foam, which had previously been saved for more resilient models like the Infinity React. Nike also revamped the shoe's forefoot air unit, making it twice as large as before to increase responsiveness underfoot. The result? An ultra-comfortable Pegasus with a bit more bounce than previous versions.

There aren't many changes between the Pegasus 37 and Pegasus 38 - in fact, the only real difference can be found in the fit and upper. Especially if you don't have a wide foot, you probably won't notice much of a change, meaning that the Pegasus 37 is a great option even at this price. [11] [12] Not for you? We've found the best Nike running shoes, the best women's running shoes, and the best carbon fiber running shoes to help you reach your 2022 goals.