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The 22 Best Walking Shoes for Women for Spring 2022 — Hoka, Ryka, Athleta, Nike and More
With spring underway, it’s time to take stock of our health goals for 2022. Whether you are trying to stay fit, get healthy or spending more time walking outdoors, having all of the gym equipment and attire you need is important. While some people want an intense workout and others prefer a yoga class, we’ve gone back to basics with walking.
Walking is one of our favorite — and one of the healthiest — forms of exercise. First of all, it’s low impact, so you can maintain a conversation about last night’s Bachelor episode while doing it. Plus, it’s a fun social activity that will get you outside to enjoy the weather while you exercise.
But that doesn’t mean walking is always easy-breezy. We’ve all been there: the foot pain kicks in — your toes cramp and you have aching pain in the soles of your feet Sorel Sneakers or shooting pains lifting through your arch or heel. That usually means it’s time for a new shoe. In fact, these are the biggest signs that you need to replace your workout shoes with a good walking shoe. So, how do you find the right shoe?
What you are looking for is a shoe that is breathable and comfortable all day long with ample cushioning for your heel and arch support. The best part about walking shoes is that with such great lateral support and cushioning, they can double up for most of your workout needs. So no matter what fitness activity you plan on taking up this spring, we can still help find the best walking shoe for you.
Below, ET rounded up some of the best walking shoes for women (or check out our best running shoes if that is your thing) that also happen to be sleek and stylish — so you can accomplish your spring health goals, all while looking fabulous. Browse through our favorite shoes below.
ET’s Picks for the Best Walking Shoes for Women:
Athleta Saysh One Sneaker
Athleta
The Athleta Saysh One Sneaker has the comfort and support to become your everyday walking shoe, but can also handle some low-impact workouts.
$150
Ryka Devotion Plus 3
Zappos
For the best walking shoe, you really can’t go wrong with a Ryka. Keen Shoes For Women This lightweight shoe uses the Anatomical Precise-Return™ insole for arch and heel support and the active foam adds additional shock and impact absorption.
$100$90
Hoka Kaha Low GORE-TEX
Zappos
If it’s a comfortable hiking boot you want, Hoka’s Kaha Low GORE-TEX hiking shoe is the only shoe you need. It provides plenty of support and may relieve heel pain as you’re climbing peaks.
$200
Allbirds Tree Dashers
Allbird
This über comfortable shoe from Allbirds is super soft, but provides stiff support if you want to use it as a running shoe.
$135
Teva Ember Commute Waterproof
Zappos
If you’re looking for a walking boot to get you through spring and summer hikes, let us introduce you to the Teva Ember Commute Waterproof. This shoe provides all the comfort of a walking sneaker but it’s crafted with leather and suede and has a rugged lug pattern for excellent traction in unpredictable terrain. These are also waterproof shoes thanks to the bootie membrane that keeps out all things wet.
$140$93
New Balance Fresh Foam 1080v11
New Balance
New Balance Fresh Foam 1365 is designed for consistent comfort with its plush Fresh Foam cushioning in the midsole. It has a thick polyurethane insert for extra support and Merrell Shoes For Women instead of a rubber sole, it has an ethylene-vinyl acetate sole with rubber pods to make it the ultimate comfortable shoe.
$150
Brooks Women’s Adrenaline GTS 21
Amazon
The Brooks Adrenaline GTS 21 was crafted specifically to help support your knees. The GuideRails® technology is designed to limit excess movement and ease knee pain, making it a great stability walking shoe.
$130
On Cloud 2.0
Zappos
If you’re looking for a high-quality walking shoe, the On Cloud 2.0 is a multi-tasking athletic shoe that makes walking feel like floating on clouds. Made for all-day wear, they are also comfortable travel shoes.
$130
New Balance FuelCore NERGIZE Walking Sneakers
DSW
The New Balance Fuelcore NERGIZE Sneakers happen to be slip-ons sneakers, which makes them extra convenient when your BFF texts after dinner to ask, “Want to go for a walk?” Nobull Shoes They also have removable memory sole insole, meaning they meld perfectly to your foot. They also have a mesh upper for maximum breathability.
$60$50
New Balance Fresh Foam Arishi Trail V1 Trail Running Shoe
Amazon
This walking sneaker doubles as a trail running shoe from New Balance. This trail shoe features a rounded toe box and rubber sole for traction and foam inserts for comfort.
$34 AND UP
Salomon Madcross GTX
Zappos
You don’t have to be a trail runner to appreciate this sturdy walking shoe from Salomon. Known for their hiking footwear, you can walk all types of terrain in these shoes. They have a breathable, sock-like textile lining and cushioned midsole.
$120
Adidas Ultraboost Slip-On DNA
Zappos
This Adidas women’s walking shoe has a sock-like fit with a full-length Boost midsole which reduces shock from hard impact. It also has a 3D heel frame for easy Achilles movement and lessen heel pain.
$190$133
Skechers Performance Go Walk 6 – Summer Sparks
Zappos
This affordable and comfortable walking shoe from Skechers has a classic round toe, Air-Cooled Goga Mat™ breathable insole with high-rebound cushioning for maximum comfort with every step.
$75$64
Saucony Guide 14
Zappos
If you’re looking for tennis shoes made for a wide foot, these are stability shoes have enough cushion to avoid foot pain like plantar fasciitis.
$130$105
Brooks Addiction Walker Suede
Zappos
Brooks has released a walking version of Addiction, one of its most beloved running styles. Not only does this comfortable footwear a round toe with a bumper, a padded tongue and collar, but it has good arch support. Additionally, the outsole is totally slip-resistant — just in case your walk gets vigorous, fast.
$140
Merrell Moab 2 Waterproof
Zappos
If you’re looking for women’s athletic shoes for wet weather, the Merrell Moab 2 Waterproof shoe is great for hiking and walking on rough terrain. It’s designed with a Gore-Tex waterproof membrane to keep your feet dry.
$135
ECCO Soft 7 Sneaker
Zappos
For a casual shoe, these white sneakers with a neutral arch from Ecco are well made and made for walking. It’s also a comfortable travel shoe — they’re the perfect pair of sneakers to wear with pants, shorts or dresses.
$160
Hoka One One Bondi 7
Zappos
If you’ve never tried a Hoka, the lightweight shoe is known for extra wide design and extra cushioning, but the Bondi 7 is the most cushioned model with full-length compression-molded EVA midsole. These are designed to be comfortable for hours of use.
$160
Nike Air Zoom Tempo NEXT%
Nike
This is a running shoe, but if you have flat feet or your feet are sensitive to hard surfaces, the Nike Air Zoom Tempo NEXT% may ease some of the pain associated with plantar fascia if you use them as a lightweight walking shoe. There’s plenty of toe box room and you can actually bounce in these shoes. They are worth every penny.
$200$171
Ryka Devotion Plus 2 Walking Shoe
Amazon
The Ryka Devotion 2 is a walking-style sneaker with pillow-soft cushioning and firm heel support that provide the utmost in comfort. These affordable athletic shoes include memory foam, a rubber outsole and shock absorption, and they come in myriad colors to match your workout gear and personality.
$40 AND UP
Ryka Sky Walk Trail
Zappos
People love the comfort of Ryka walking shoes, but if you like to walk on rough terrain, you might want to consider the Sky Walk Trail from Ryka. They have a memory-foam insole to help provide support through the stride along with a molded EVA midsole for stability and a durable outsole for reliable traction.
$85
ASICS GEL-Nimbus 23
Zappos
As its name implies, the Asics GEL-Nimbus 23walking shoe has gel cushioning in the midsole and built-in shock absorption, which make your steps feel soft and steady. This comfortable women’s shoe also features breathable mesh, lace-up closure and a padded tongue — all of that will come in handy if you’re hiking in the woods or walking on uneven pavement.
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