The Best Aerobic & Walking Shoes

The Best Aerobic & Walking Shoes
Finding a shoe suitable for aerobic workouts and general walking can be a difficult task. Not only do you need the right balance of padding, traction and fit, but you also need the perfect styling. No one wants an athletic shoe for everyday wear, just as no one wants to be seen running in loafers. These picks perfectly blend all the best attributes, making them suitable for a wide range of conditions, environments and uses.

Brooks Sport Defyance

Designed to be a "neutral" shoe, the Brooks Sports Defyance is designed to maximize comfort without over-padding the foot. Stability and overzealous support have been thrown out, leaving a shoe designed to maximize the natural potential of your foot. The defyance ensures you never overpronate and it comes in a variety of sizes, including three widths, so you can find the perfect fit.

Merrell Siren Sport or Merrell Intercept

These two Merrells are perfect from the street to the trail. Both have contoured footbeds, exceptional ventilation and Vibram soles. Both shoes feature a stiff heel pocket that will keep your feet from sliding around inside the shoe. Remarkably, the shoes also feature a great deal of flexibility, making them adequate for trail running.

Asics Gel

The Asics Gel line perfectly combines gel and air padding for the maximum in comfort. Ideal for those with weak feet that tire easily, these Asics will cushion your heel, allowing for miles of walking or pain-free jogging.

New Balance MO1520GT

This excellent shoe from New Balance has an outdoor styling designed for walking, yet emerges from New Balance's popular line of running shoes, making it perfect for a wide variety of activities. Combine that versatility with a Gore-Tex upper and you have a breathable, waterproof, dream shoe.

Article Written By Louie Doverspike

Based in Seattle, Louie Doverspike has been a professional writer since 2004. His work has appeared in various publications, including "AntiqueWeek" magazine, the "Prague Post" and "Seattle Represent!" Doverspike holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Hamilton College.

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