The RUNNEA editorial office often receives queries, mostly from women, about which shoes are the best for walking. That is why we have prepared a list aimed at the most active female athletes in order to answer this recurring question. In addition, to make things easier for you, this post offers clues with a structure divided into two blocks; one with the most recommended shoes for walking on asphalt, and another with the best alternatives for walking on not very technical mountain terrain.
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To begin with, from RUNNEA we want to show you an updated list of seven shoes for asphalt. These models that we show you below, are ideal if you are looking for unbeatable comfort, as well as great cushioning. Being these two of the most requested features in this type of sports shoes we can not wait for you to discover our selection.
New Balance 860 v14
The New Balance 860 v14 is a running shoe that perfectly combines stability and cushioning during our daily running workouts. The upper features an engineered mesh that stands out for its lightness and breathability, while the midsole presents interesting new features, starting with one of the most popular and outstanding technologies of the brand, the Fresh Foam X foam. The shoe incorporates Stability Plane technology that provides greater performance and stability, all with a weight of 309 grams and a drop that is modified with respect to previous versions (10 mm) and stands at 8 mm.
- Surface: Road
- Use: Training
- Cushion: Neutral
- Running gait: Overpronation, Neutral
- Drop: 8 mm
- Pace: Low
Nike Motiva
The new Nike Motiva is a running shoe that is intended for all those women, it is an exclusively female model, who want to start in the world of running and who want to walk or run at slow paces with the aim of helping to make sports practice as pleasant as possible.
- Surface: Road
- Use: Training
- Cushion: Neutral
- Running gait: Neutral
- Pace: Low
HOKA Transport X
The new Hoka Transport X is made with the brand's best materials and technologies. As the name "X" suggests, the shoe features a carbon plate for runners of all types. It is a very versatile shoe that combines performance with a modern and bold design.
- Surface: Road
- Technology: Carbon plate
- Use: Training, Racing
- Running gait: Neutral
- Drop: 5 mm
- Pace: High
- Weight: 250 gr
Adidas Supernova Rise
The adidas Supernova Rise is a model that is set to revolutionize your daily workouts. Its design is intended to combine responsiveness, smoothness and comfort under your feet, while also ensuring the energy you need to keep moving forward. The star of the shoe is undoubtedly the innovative Dreamstrike+ midsole. A state-of-the-art PEBA-based compound, renowned for its ability to deliver optimal rebound with every step, while maintaining superior cushioning. They have a standard 10 mm drop (heel height of 36 mm and forefoot height of 26 mm) and a very light weight of 277 grams.
- Surface: Road
- Use: Training
- Cushion: Neutral
- Running gait: Neutral
- Drop: 10 mm
- Pace: Medium
- Weight: 277 gr
ASICS Gel Pulse 15
The ASICS Gel Pulse 15 is one of ASICS' most versatile shoes. The upper of the shoe is designed with a lightweight technical mesh that improves airflow to keep your feet cool at all times. It maintains 20% of the shoe's main upper material from recycled material and features Flytefoam cushioning that provides a lightweight and comfortable feel. With a weight of 256 grams and a drop of 8 mm offers a soft feel and has a great value for money.
- Surface: Road
- Use: Training
- Cushion: Neutral
- Running gait: Neutral
- Drop: 8 mm
- Pace: Low
Under Armour HOVR Turbulence 2
The Under Armour HOVR Turbulence 2 is a road running shoe designed to provide a lightweight and efficient, yet durable and comfortable ride. Its UA HOVR midsole, a reactive foam that reduces impact, returns energy and propels you forward to provide the best support, comfort and dynamism. All this with a light weight of 278 grams and a total drop of 8 millimeters.
- Surface: Road
- Use: Training, Racing
- Cushion: Neutral
- Running gait: Neutral
- Drop: 8 mm
- Pace: Medium
- Weight: 278 gr
Mizuno Wave Skyrise 5
The Mizuno Wave Skyrise 5 distinguishes itself as a daily training shoe that offers a perfect balance between soft and stable cushioning to run with confidence and security on the asphalt. Thanks to its comfort, it is a model that adapts perfectly to different types of training, distances and race paces. It is also interesting to note that it is a commitment to wear a vegan shoe, giving priority to sustainability.
- Surface: Road
- Use: Training
- Running gait: Neutral
- Drop: 8 mm
- Pace: Low, Medium
Joma Fenix 24
The Joma Fenix 24 is the new proposal from the Spanish company, specifically designed to provide stability, cushioning and reactivity during workouts. They feature an improved upper, made of technical mesh with a jacquard finish, which stands out for its lightness, comfort and breathability. The integrated VTS perforations allow for optimal ventilation while the midsole incorporates the FULL DUAL PULSOR dual density system. They are designed for runners with an average running pace, i.e. between 4 and 5 and a half minutes per kilometer.
- Surface: Road
- Use: Training
- Cushion: Neutral
- Running gait: Neutral
- Drop: 8 mm
- Pace: Low, Medium
Skechers Go Walk 7
The Skechers Go Walk 7 are shoes that are part of the Go Walk range of the brand and are designed to be used in our day to day, either on the way to work or taking a walk in the afternoon, it is a shoe that stands out mainly for its great comfort.
Mountain Walking Shoes
Here we show you six trail shoes that are indicated for the most adventurous sportswomen who prefer to walk on not very technical mountain terrains; like fields or trails. All of them are very good options because, in addition to a good grip, all of them have a very efficient and comfortable cushioning. Some of the models on the list are the latest releases from some of the most prominent brands in the industry.
New Balance DynaSoft Nitrel v6
The new New Balance DynaSoft Nitrel v6 is now available, one of the brand's trail running shoes with a great balance between innovation and performance, ideal for running in the mountains and on terrain close to the natural environments of our cities.
- Surface: Trail
- Use: Training, Racing
- Cushion: Neutral
- Running gait: Neutral
- Drop: 6 mm
- Pace: Medium
- Weight: 285 gr
ASICS Gel Venture 9
The ASICS Gel Venture 9 is an ideal shoe for all those who are new to the exciting world of trail running and need a shoe for training or walks in the mountains. The new version has substantial improvements over previous models that make you gain much more stability and protection.
- Surface: Trail
- Use: Training
- Cushion: Neutral
- Running gait: Neutral
- Drop: 10 mm
- Pace: Low, Medium
- Weight: 252 gr
Brooks Divide 5
The Brooks Divide 5 is a trail running shoe that stands out for its versatility that makes it one of the most versatile shoes of the brand, ideal for beginners in the world of trail running thanks to its safety and protection in terrain of little technical difficulty.
- Surface: Trail
- Use: Training
- Cushion: Neutral
- Running gait: Neutral
- Pace: Low, Medium
Salomon XA Pro 3D v9 Gore-Tex
The Salomon XA Pro 3D v9 Gore-Tex is a shoe that is characterized by providing stability, durability and support for our activities and also in this version, incorporates waterproof membrane to keep our feet dry at all times.
- Surface: Trail
- Use: Training
- Cushion: Neutral
- Running gait: Neutral
- Drop: 11 mm
- Pace: Low
Salomon XA Pro 3D v9 Gore-Tex
Salomon XA Pro 3D v9 Gore-Tex
HOKA Challenger 7
One of the most outstanding HOKA shoes for walking and running in the mountains is the HOKA Challenger 7, which incorporates interesting new features with respect to the previous version, highlighting its lightness and the increase of its profiles to provide even more comfort during your walks in the mountains.
- Surface: Road, Trail
- Use: Training
- Cushion: High
- Running gait: Neutral
- Drop: 5 mm
- Weight: 207 gr
Joma TR-5000
Joma returns to the mountain world with the Joma TR-5000. We are talking about a model of great comfort and versatility, ready to face each and every one of your trail running challenges, whatever the conditions and the demands of the terrain. Its highly cushioned midsole made of foam and phylon offers a reactive and dynamic running, without forgetting the cushioning and protection necessary for mountainous terrain. The upper features a combination of nylon and TPU for exemplary durability and fit. In addition, the outsole will provide maximum traction on all types of terrain in a model with 8mm of drop and light weight that will not leave any runner indifferent.
- Surface: Trail
- Use: Training, Racing
- Cushion: Neutral, High
- Running gait: Neutral
- Pace: Low, Medium
Nike Juniper Trail 2 Next Nature
The Nike Juniper Trail 2 Next Nature are the ideal Nike trail running shoes to start running in the mountains, they also are perfect for mountain walks because they are characterized by their comfort, stability and durability. Necessary to squeeze them to the maximum, without losing that protection and security essential for running or walking in the mountains.
- Surface: Trail
- Use: Training
- Cushion: Neutral
- Running gait: Neutral
- Pace: Low, Medium
Nike Juniper Trail 2 Next Nature
Nike Juniper Trail 2 Next Nature
Merrell Morphlite
The Merrell Morphlite is the bet of the American brand for the "door to trail" concept, shoes that, thanks to their sole mainly, can be used in an effective way in simple mountain terrain but without penalizing us if we want to use them on asphalt as well.
- Surface: Trail
- Use: Training
- Cushion: Neutral
- Running gait: Neutral
- Pace: Low, Medium
- Weight: 225 gr
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