Breaking Into Alphafly 3s

You really don't need to "break them in" I'd recommend doing at least one test tempo run of 3 miles or more just to get a feel for them but other than that they are good to go for race day right out of the box!

agree. when i get a new pair of something i've already worn before i'm happy to take them directly into a race with no issue.

trying on supershoes for the first time a few years ever though was definitely an "oh wow" moment so i do agree w/ short tempo + maybe some quicker strides too. def doesn't need to be a "real workout"

The problem with these shoes is that they wear down so fast. There's a conscious trade of durability for weight. They didn't let you jog around the store when you bought em right?

So no, don't break them in.

Yeah maybe just your taper workout & you'll be good to go. Supershoes have a relatively short shelf life. Studies suggest the foam is more responsive out of the box versus 50-100+ miles in, although still quite good at that point compared to traditional racing flats & even lesser super shoes.

Just do a short run with a little up tempo in it. Running shoes are "broken in" out of the box.

It's ok if you do a 10mile max workout.

But the AF3 is very forgiving and everyone will respond well (some better than others but all well) in them.

No break in necessary. They don't beat anyone up. The first run you do these is often the best. You'll love it. I've always saved a brand new pair for race day.