The Puma Women's Fast-R Nitro™ Elite 3 Racing Shoes – Fresh Water/Lemon Crush are engineered to help you chase personal bests and push the limits of race-day performance. As the most advanced racing shoe Puma has ever created, the Fast-R Nitro™ Elite 3 combines cutting-edge engineering, elite athlete testing, and breakthrough technology to deliver maximum speed, explosive propulsion, and exceptional running efficiency. The vibrant Fresh Water/Lemon Crush colorway pairs energetic turquoise hues with bright yellow accents for a bold, fast-looking design that's ready to stand out on the starting line.

Built for competitive runners and serious racers, the Fast-R Nitro™ Elite 3 has been optimized to improve running economy by 3.15% compared to the Fast-R Nitro™ Elite 2, helping runners conserve energy and maintain faster paces over long distances. Whether you're racing a 5K, half marathon, or marathon, every element of this shoe is designed to help you run faster and more efficiently.

At the heart of the Fast-R Nitro™ Elite 3 is Puma's premium NITROFOAM™ ELITE midsole. This advanced nitrogen-infused foam delivers outstanding energy return while remaining incredibly lightweight, providing soft landings and explosive rebound that help propel you forward with every stride. The generous racing stack height offers excellent cushioning for longer distances without sacrificing responsiveness.

Working seamlessly with the foam is the extended PWRPLATE™ carbon fiber plate, engineered to maximize forward propulsion and improve stride efficiency. Its innovative design creates smooth transitions and powerful toe-offs, helping you maintain momentum through every phase of your race.

The ultra-lightweight ULTRAWEAVE engineered upper delivers exceptional breathability and a secure race-ready fit. Constructed with performance-focused materials, the upper minimizes weight while providing the lockdown needed for aggressive cornering, fast pacing, and marathon-distance comfort.

The Fast-R Nitro™ Elite 3 is also significantly lighter than its predecessor, shedding approximately 95 grams to create an incredibly nimble racing experience. This reduction in weight allows for faster turnover and improved efficiency during high-speed efforts.

Underfoot, a rubber-reinforced outsole provides dependable traction and durability on roads and race courses, giving you confidence from the starting gun through the finish line.

With a 40 mm heel stack, 32 mm forefoot stack, and an 8 mm heel-to-toe drop, the Fast-R Nitro™ Elite 3 delivers the perfect combination of elite-level cushioning, carbon-plated propulsion, and lightweight speed for runners pursuing peak performance.

Whether you're chasing a Boston Marathon qualifier, setting a new PR, or competing at your highest level, the Puma Fast-R Nitro™ Elite 3 is built to help you unlock your fastest race yet.

Key Features

• NITROFOAM™ ELITE Midsole: Nitrogen-infused foam delivers exceptional energy return and lightweight cushioning.
• Extended PWRPLATE™ Carbon Fiber Plate: Maximizes propulsion and promotes efficient stride transitions.
• Data-Driven Racing Design: Developed through elite athlete testing to improve running economy.
• ULTRAWEAVE Upper: Ultra-light, breathable engineered mesh provides secure race-day lockdown.
• Maximum Racing Stack: 40 mm heel and 32 mm forefoot deliver plush cushioning for long-distance racing.
• 95 g Lighter Than Previous Model: Reduced weight promotes faster turnover and improved efficiency.
• Neutral Running Shoe: Optimized for neutral runners seeking elite race-day performance.
• Rubber-Reinforced Outsole: Reliable traction and durability on roads and race courses.
• Race-Ready Geometry: Designed for explosive toe-offs and efficient forward momentum.
• Fresh Water/Lemon Crush Colorway: Vibrant performance styling that stands out on race day.

Best For

• Marathon racing
• Half marathon racing
• 10K racing
• 5K racing
• Elite competition
• Road racing
• Tempo workouts
• Neutral runners

Specifications

• Category: Racing Shoe
• Support: Neutral
• Cushioning: Maximum
• Midsole: NITROFOAM™ ELITE
• Plate: Extended PWRPLATE™ Carbon Fiber Plate
• Upper: ULTRAWEAVE Engineered Mesh (80% Textile / 20% Synthetic)
• Sockliner: 100% Textile
• Outsole: 90% Rubber / 10% Synthetic
• Heel Stack Height: 40 mm
• Forefoot Stack Height: 32 mm
• Heel-to-Toe Drop: 8 mm
• Fit: Regular / True to Size
• Surface: Road

Why You'll Love It

• NITROFOAM™ ELITE delivers explosive energy return with ultra-lightweight cushioning.
• Extended PWRPLATE™ creates powerful propulsion and efficient race-day transitions.
• ULTRAWEAVE upper provides breathable comfort with a secure, performance-focused fit.
• Reduced weight helps improve cadence and efficiency over every mile.
• Built for runners chasing personal records, marathon goals, and elite-level performance.
• The bold Fresh Water/Lemon Crush colorway brings standout style to Puma's fastest racing shoe yet.