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Kristen recently led the Shape Best in Fitness Awards and the Sneaker Awards, both of which involved lengthy testing and nomination processes to drill down into the features and differences of cushioned running shoes. Perfect for users who need a neutral shoe, or who have a slight tendency towards overpronation, this is a great everyday shoe for road conditions.

Asics also recently increased the stack height (aka the amount of cushioning the shoe has) by 2mm, giving this edition the most underfoot cushioning of the Cumulus line. We were looking at comfort, shock absorbency, cushioning, arch support, heel support and whether the toe box allows the toes to spread.But wearing them can have both short and long-term benefits – so if you’ve never considered it before, or are prone to pain while exercising, then keep reading. Unlike some of the other products we tested, these insoles are tailored to both your foot size and your arch type (if you aren’t sure what you need, you can dip your foot in water and step onto a piece of cardboard to work it out… trust us! Plus, if you have rheumatoid arthritis, plantar fasciitis or a number of other injuries, then the brand says these insoles could help. The New Balance 2002R’s cult standing among discerning sneaker heads made it the perfect candidate for the ‘Protection Pack’ treatment.

You can feel it if you simply squeeze the shoe with your hands but, once you’re wearing it, it cups the heel and feels solid and secure without being constrictive. I’m glad Nike has made changes to better its carbon footprint, but a little more fine-tuning of the new midsole is required. Yes, you want cushioning that’s plush and comfortable, but you also want it to be responsive and take back the energy you’re putting into the ground with each stride.We tried the run 3feet protect insoles during a week of heavy running and found they offered good levels of protection, absorbing shock via a heel gel pad which helped to dissipate impact.

Competition running shoes are almost always less cushioned, and may even feature a smaller heel to toe drop which means you’ll have more cushioning underneath the back of the foot. These waterproof rubber pool slides from FitFlop come with impact cushions under the ball and heel of the foot. With Asics Kayano 30, stability has never felt better, and the shoe is truly a great choice for your high-mileage training sessions.

The Adidas Ultraboost 22 running shoes stand out for their sock-like fit, which hugs the foot from all directions. It’s also adjustable around the calf – the design is wide and cinches down to suit everyone but those with the narrowest of calves. Don’t forget, if you need a helping hand to reach your fitness goals, you can also read our guides to the best fitness trackers, exercise bikes, water bottles and yoga mats. The neutral shoe offers smooth, rolling transitions and plenty of shock absorption to protect your knees.

It’s clear from the design that the brand – which specialises in insoles and recovery footwear – knows what it’s doing, from the deep-heel cup, which helps to support the foot, to the dual-comfort foam, which really does help to absorb shock. We used insoles from across the market over the course of a month to see how they performed during long hikes (at least three hours), everyday activities and running. The upper in version 25 of the Nimbus features a more adaptive design, with a thin, stretchable plush comfortably wrapping around your foot.Using a minimalist shoe can also be good to help strengthenyour feet as they require morework from your footand are less reliant on the shoe," John Honerkamp, RRCA and USATF certified running coach, previously told Shape. A wide range of foot sizes are catered for, with insoles available from a UK 3 to a UK 15, while there is also a narrow version available for tight-fitting sport shoes, skates or casual trainers. It’s next-level comfortable and looks good, too – even though it’s a running shoe, it slides in just this side of a fashion aesthetic, so it can be worn with jeans. A waterbed, for example, has all cushion and no support — a combo that may feel comfy at first but will cause back issues over time.