I tested sneakers while running on a treadmill and the pavement in New York City for a minimum of five miles per pair. We spoke with Anne Sharkey, D.P.M., a podiatrist at North Austin Foot & Ankle Institute, last year for her insights, and Asim Kalhor, D.P.M., a board-certified podiatrist at Foot & Ankle Concepts Inc. in California, for her recommendations.
I also tested the following kicks, though they did not make my list of top running shoes for beginners:
On Cloudmonster: These are so trendy, and I wanted to love them for running, but I much prefer them for standing long hours and walking. They are just too cushioned and lack support where I need it.
Hoka Clifton 10s: These felt a bit bulky for beginners who are just figuring out their form and working on their stamina. However, Kalhor recommends them, saying they are “very forgiving” and “soft.” Though I found them a bit heavy, Kalhor found them lightweight!
Brooks Glycerine Flex: These compete for my favorite running shoes, but these may not be great for beginner runners, as they aren’t the most supportive. That said, once you get your form down and feel like you can experiment, give these a try!
Hoka Arahi 7: Another rocker style, these sneakers from Hoka are popular for a reason. They look *so cool* and offer max cushioning (which may be good on joints to absorb some impact). That said, the very apparent rocker only added to my initial soreness at the beginning of my running journey.
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