Under Armour Completes the Next Generation of Velociti with the Distance and Pace Models
Under Armour has expanded its next generation Velociti franchise with the addition of the Velociti Distance and the Velociti Pace, rounding out a comprehensive suite of running footwear designed to support athletes through every phase of training. Building on the momentum established at the end of last year with the launch of Velociti Elite 3, Velociti Pro 2, and Velociti SPD, the franchise continues to reinforce Under Armour’s commitment to athlete led performance and innovation.
The Velociti platform has continued to help elevate athlete performance like Sharon Lokedi, now building toward her return to the Boston Marathon this April with the goal of defending her crown on one of the sport’s most iconic stages. From long run base building to sharpening speed in the final stretch, Lokedi has been relying on Velociti throughout every stage of her race day preparation.
“Defending my title in Boston means showing up stronger, smarter, and more prepared.”
"What I appreciate most is how each Velociti shoe has a clear role in my training. I use the Distance on the long run days that build strength and confidence, and the Elite 3 when I need the extra propulsion and belief to commit when it matters most. Having that consistency lets me focus on execution, one session at a time, so I can arrive on the start line ready to defend.”
Sharon Lokedi
With the addition of Distance and Pace, Velociti now offers runners a seamlessly connected toolkit engineered to match the demands of an entire training cycle. The Velociti Distance delivers the stability, cushioning, and durability required to support high‑mileage weeks, giving runners a reliable foundation for long‑term progress. Meanwhile, the Velociti Pace brings a lightweight, responsive feel designed to elevate daily training and moderate‑intensity runs with energy‑returning underfoot performance. Together, the two models extend the franchise beyond the Velociti SPD for lightweight uptempo training, Velociti Pro 2 for structured speed work and race prep, and the Velociti Elite 3 for peak performance on race day, resulting in full footwear lineup engineered to help athletes train smarter and run faster.
“Every shoe in this generation of the Velociti platform was created with a specific purpose in mind, and each one reflects the insights and feedback we’ve gathered from runners at every level.”
"By adding Distance and Pace to the lineup, we’ve completed a system that supports the full training journey. From the slow, steady miles that build strength to the high intensity efforts that sharpen speed. Velociti is about giving athletes a clear path forward, no matter where they are in their run cycle or what goals they’re chasing.”
Jonathan Hutnyan
Senior Product Line Manager of Performance Run Footwear at Under Armour
The full Velociti lineup is now available globally on underarmour.com, in Under Armour Brand Houses, and at select specialty run retailers. UA has also introduced a range of Velociti branded apparel, including lightweight tops, temperature regulating layers, and fast drying shorts. All of these pieces are available to complement the footwear models and provide runners with a head to toe system built for speed, comfort, and daily performance.
