
Glycerin 23
Plush, smooth, and endlessly reliable — the Glycerin 23 is Brooks at its daily trainer best.
Details
The Brooks Glycerin 23 is the latest evolution of one of running's most trusted daily trainers, refined to deliver an even smoother and more comfortable ride from heel strike to toe-off. Built for neutral runners who prioritize consistent cushioning and an easygoing feel, it is the kind of shoe you can reach for every day without a second thought.
The DNA Tuned midsole uses nitrogen-infused cushioning to deliver softness where you need it most — plush and forgiving at the heel for comfortable landings, transitioning to a more responsive feel through the forefoot to keep your stride moving forward with energy. The result is a ride that makes easy days feel genuinely easy and takes the edge off long runs when your legs start to fatigue.
A wide, inherently stable platform provides balanced, predictable transitions without introducing any corrective elements, keeping the shoe firmly in neutral territory. The durable outsole handles the demands of high mileage training while a completely updated triple jacquard knit upper wraps the foot in a secure, accommodating fit that stays comfortable and distraction-free across any distance.
Whether you are building your weekly base, logging long Sunday miles, or just looking for a dependable shoe that shows up for you every single run, the Glycerin 23 delivers the kind of consistent, cushioned comfort that has made it a staple in runners' rotations for years.
MIDSOLE
- DNA TUNED supercritical foam is nitrogen-infused EVA, created with dual-size cells. Larger cells in the heel and smaller cells in the forefoot combine for a soft and responsive ride.
OUTSOLE
- Full-length rubber is generously placed throughout the outsole for long-lasting traction and durability.
UPPER
- Engineered triple jacquard knit provides luxurious comfort and a supportive fit that's 58% recycled.
Researched and compiled by Mark Shannon
Specifications may be manufacturer-reported. Learn how Cadence verifies shoe data.
Specifications
Cadence Database Analysis
How the Brooks Glycerin 23 compares with 67 current Trainers / Daily shoes tracked by Cadence.
Comparisons use listed specifications tracked by Cadence. Manufacturer reference sizes and measurement methods can vary. Learn about our data methodology.
Where It Fits
- Cushioning
- High
- Listed weight
- Notably heavy for category
- Stack
- Slightly high for category
- Price
- Higher-priced for category
- Drop
- Typical for category
- Plate
- None
- Group
- Trainers / Daily
Compared With Trainers / Daily
| Metric | Glycerin 23 | Group median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed weight | 10.9oz | 9.6oz | Heavier (87th percentile) |
| Heel stack | 39mm | 38mm | Higher (57th percentile) |
| Forefoot stack | 31mm | 31mm | Typical (46th percentile) |
| Drop | 8mm | 8mm | Typical (55th percentile) |
| Price | $175 | $160 | Higher range (81st percentile) |
What Stands Out
- At 10.9 oz, its listed weight is 1.3 oz above the median of the 67 current Trainers / Daily shoes in the Cadence database (9.6 oz).
- At $175, its price sits $15 above the median of the 67 current Trainers / Daily shoes in the Cadence database ($160).
- Its 39mm heel stack is 1.0mm above the current Trainers / Daily median of 38mm (n=67).


