If you’re looking to reap the , you’ll need to secure one of the best walking shoes first. A quality pair offers you enough support to log some miles but will also look stylish with everything from your to your cutest . We tapped podiatrists to learn more about what makes a great walking shoe, and asked them for their personal faves.
Plus, editors share the shoes they wear for travel days, long-weekend walks, short jogs, or everyday city living. And check out our list of for more comfy summer shoe options. All products are independently selected by our editors.
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It has a rocker-shaped sole and piles of squishy cushioning—both features he says to look for in a walking shoe. The heel extends beyond the back of the shoe to create an extra-stable platform despite the inches of foam (which can make shoes a bit less stable). “I started wearing Bondi 8s a couple of years ago to support my foot through an injury (a bone spur at my big toe joint), and I've never looked back,” says , a professional dancer who walks every day in New York City.
“I can walk around for hours without irritation. From my feet to my hips, all of my joints feel better.” The only downside? “Because I wear them every day around the city, they get pretty beat up.
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