Discover the best running shoes for beginners, based on expert recommendations and firsthand testing by Shape.
Jennifer Heimlich is a writer and editor with more than 15 years of experience, specializing in fitness and wellness. Previously, she was the senior fitness editor for Well+Good.
If a running shoe could be considered cuddly, these would fit the bill. The Fresh Foam 1080s are beloved for their comfort in several scenarios: easy runs, walks, long runs, and even slightly spicier runs that pick up the pace—it's why we chose them as the best running shoes for beginners as part of Shape’s. They provided a balance of softness and stiffness to cushion our landings and propel us into the next step with a satisfying kick.
These lightweight but highly-cushioned sneaks can go the distance, carrying you through as many miles as you want with excellent shock absorption. Whenever we hit the ground, our feet felt padded and our joints well-supported. The FF Blast Plus Eco cushioning gave a wonderful snap to our stride when we picked up the tempo, propelling us forward even when we started to get tired.
If you don’t love the feeling of so much shoe under your feet but still want supported landings, the Adidas Adizero SL might be for you. It has a firmer feel that offers a nice pop, meant to help you find some speed during daily training runs. Meanwhile, ample padded fabric around the ankle and heel keeps your foot securely in place no matter how fast you zoom down the road. One of our favorite parts of running in these was the excellent traction of the rubber outsole.
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