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Same experience here. I don't run as much as I used to by far, but when I was running 20+ miles per week, I'd leave the cushioning at home. I also transitioned from a heel striker to a more neutral or forefoot striker (think sprinting) and with a low cushion shoe, all my issues went away. I struggled with shin splints and they were gone. Lots of cushioning as you mentioned is not really helpful IMOI'm not a huge runner but I try and run every day. Currently at 473 miles for the year so far. I thought I needed cushion shoes as a runner because I'm heavier (225-235 lbs) but I realized the cushion actually made my running worse. It encouraged me to run slower (heavier shoes and less rebound) which then encouraged me to have a slower foot turnover which in turn means I'm doing more of hop from foot to foot style of run rather than a smooth gate. The end result was more wear and tear on my body. What I found worked better is to pick a faster shoe (not carbon plate) and then try and shoot for faster speeds over the cushion shoe. Which then forced me to have better mechanics and I haven't had to go the physical therapist since.
Personally, I won't ever go back to a cushion shoe for running. I'll leave those for walking.