✔️ Look for stability and motion control. A stability shoe or a motion control shoe is best for flat feet, according to Sharkey. “In general, those with flat feet should look for a more stable midsole and ones that offer additional stability,” adds Daughtry. “Motion control shoes are very supportive sneakers with additional stability features such as medial post or guide rails that help prevent the foot from rolling inward or overpronation.”
✔️ Opt for a higher heel-to-toe drop. “Heel-to-toe drop refers to the measurement, usually measured in millimeters, of the difference in the heel and forefoot thickness,” says Daughtry. She recommends a higher drop of between 7-14 mm, as it “decreases the inward movement of the heel” and “offers additional cushioning to the heel area and relieves pressure on the tendon and the plantar fascial insertion.”
✔️ Look for good cushioning. “In general, those with flat feet will tend to want more cushioning to assist with shock absorption, especially if having foot, ankle, knee, or hip pain,” notes Daughtry. She advises looking for a shoe with a foam midsole, which will offer additional cushioning while you’re walking.
✔️ Find a wide toe box.Generally, a roomy, flexible toe box is best for a comfy, pain-free fit for flat feet. Daughtry recommends looking for toe boxes made of mesh material, “which will allow for adequate air circulation and ability to stretch to accommodate any foot deformities,” she says.
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