The Best Walking Shoes for Men, According to Testing
From max cushioning to stability shoes, we found the most comfortable sneakers to wear all day.
We've been independently researching and testing products for over 120 years. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more about our review process.
Whether you're lacing up your sneakers for a walk or run, you need the right footwear. Without the proper support and cushioning, every step you take has the potential to lead to discomfort and even injury. The best walking shoes for men are lightweight, offer superior foot support and cushioning, and, above all, are comfortable during extended wear.
The Good Housekeeping Institute Textiles Lab has been testing all types of footwear for decades, including walking shoes for women, hiking shoes, running shoes and more. We put 25 pairs of walking shoes to the test. We had testers wear the shoes while walking for exercise and we spoke with foot and ankle surgeon A. Holly Johnson, M.D. at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City to learn about the most important factors to consider when buying sneakers. Dr. Johnson says, "In general, if the shoe is comfortable, it is the right shoe. You can read everything about shoes, but if it's not comfortable, it's not the right shoe for you."
As a data engineer in the Good Housekeeping Institute, Nik (he/him) works with all of our Labs to develop testing protocols and manage data collection and analysis. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, Nik worked in the labs of MIT and Regeneron, working on projects ranging from chemical inventory and reporting to the development of bioassays. He holds a degree in chemical engineering from Northeastern University.
Emma Seymour (she/her) is a senior product analyst at the Good Housekeeping Institute's Textiles, Paper and Apparel Lab, where she has led testing for luggage, pillows, towels, tampons and more since 2018. She graduated from Cornell University with a bachelor of science in fiber science and apparel design and a minor in gerontology, completing research in the Body Scanner Lab on optimizing activewear for athletic performance.
Watch Next
![Video player poster image preview for Featured Videos From Good Housekeeping US](https://hips.hearstapps.com/vidthumb/images/pink-carey-hart-video-1576173145.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top&resize=1200:*)
![Robot Vacuums best robot vacuums, according to cleaning experts](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/ghi-best-robot-vacuums-index-1584315590.png?crop=0.452xw:0.904xh;0.0545xw,0.0962xh&resize=360:*)
The Best Robot Vacuums
![a variety of nonstick pots and pans a variety of nonstick pots and pans](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/ghk-digital-index-nonstickcookware-197-web-6542ad299b627.jpg?crop=0.670xw:1.00xh;0.167xw,0&resize=360:*)
The Best Nonstick Cookware
![10 Best Vacuums on Amazon, According to Cleaning Experts 10 best vacuums on amazon, according to cleaning experts](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/ghi-vacuumsamazon-645a8d9d2c199.png?crop=0.502xw:1.00xh;0.250xw,0&resize=360:*)
The Best Vacuums on Amazon
![waterpiks being tested waterpiks being tested](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/ghk-1122-digital-institutetesting-waterpicks-138-1664469035.jpg?crop=0.651xw:0.976xh;0.157xw,0.00721xh&resize=360:*)
The Best Water Flossers of 2024