Best 5 Running Footwear in 2026

Comfy Walking Companion: The 411v1 walking shoes from New Balance are lightweight and reliable trainers that can take you from your daily walks to your weekend outings with ease

Cushioned Support: These comfortable walking shoes feature a soft lining and cushioned insoles underfoot for the support you need to enjoy your active lifestyle

Lightweight Leather: Designed with daily wear in mind, this leather walking shoe features breathable mesh materials to help keep feet cool and comfortable

Comfy Walking Companion: The 411v1 walking shoes from New Balance are lightweight and reliable trainers that can take you from your daily walks to your weekend outings with ease

Cushioned Support: These comfortable walking shoes feature a soft lining and cushioned insoles underfoot for the support you need to enjoy your active lifestyle

Lightweight Leather: Designed with daily wear in mind, this leather walking shoe features breathable mesh materials to help keep feet cool and comfortable

Comfy Walking Companion: The 411v1 walking shoes from New Balance are lightweight and reliable trainers that can take you from your daily walks to your weekend outings with ease

Cushioned Support: These comfortable walking shoes feature a soft lining and cushioned insoles underfoot for the support you need to enjoy your active lifestyle

Lightweight Leather: Designed with daily wear in mind, this leather walking shoe features breathable mesh materials to help keep feet cool and comfortable

Lightweight EVA foam cushioning in the midsole and heel increases comfort

NB Comfort Insert offers additional cushioning

Rubber outsole

This model runs large, compared to previous versions. You may consider ordering down from your normal size.

Fresh Foam X cushioning delivers our most cushioned Fresh Foam experience for incredible comfort

Hypoknit upper designed to provide strategic areas of stretch and support

Suede and mesh upper

Lightweight EVA foam cushioning in the midsole and heel increases comfort

NB Comfort Insert offers additional cushioning

Suede and nylon upper for a comfortable fit and feel

Rubber outsole

Adjustable lace closure for customized fit

Comfortable Trail Running Shoes: Thanks to the Fresh Foam midsole cushioning, which is precision-engineered to deliver a cushioned, lightweight ride, these shoes are great for any run on the trails

Heritage-Inspired Design: Taking its design cues from the 520 and 620 New Balance jogger silhouettes, the fun and functional All Coasts AM425 sneaker is a fresh alternative to a classic footwear look

Casual Classics: Stylish canvas and suede uppers bring strength and flexibility to this coastal-inspired court shoe while the bold branding adds a classic skate shoe vibe

Suede and nylon upper for a comfortable fit and feel

Rubber outsole

Adjustable lace closure for customized fit

Suede and nylon upper for a comfortable fit and feel

Rubber outsole

Adjustable lace closure for customized fit

Suede and nylon upper for a comfortable fit and feel

Rubber outsole

Adjustable lace closure for customized fit

Fresh Foam midsole cushioning is precision engineered to deliver an ultra-cushioned ride

GORE-TEX waterproof fabric protects feet from wind, rain and water without sacrificing breathability

Bootie upper construction hugs your foot for a snug, supportive fit

Synthetic and textile upper for durability and comfort

Soft midsole for underfoot comfort

Molded heel for added support

Slip-resistant rubber outsole

Engineered knit

Electrostatic dissipative protection

Slip-resistant outsole properties are tested according to ASTM F2913-17 to provide superior traction under various surface conditions

Meets ASTM F2413-17 I/75 and C/75 impact and compression safety standards

Meets ASTM 2413-17 and ASTM 2892-11 electrical hazard standards to provide secondary underfoot protection against the hazards of stepping on live electrical circuits, electrically engaged conductors, parts or apparatus"

Fresh Foam midsole cushioning is precision engineered to deliver an ultra-cushioned, lightweight ride

GORE-TEX waterproof fabric protects feet from wind, rain and water without sacrificing breathability

AT Tread outsole provides versatile traction during both on and off-road activities

Plush Fresh Foam midsole

Rubber outsole

Composite toe cap

Slip-resistant outsole

Electrical hazard protectoin

Fresh Foam X midsole foam with approximately 3% bio-based content delivers our most cushioned Fresh Foam experience for incredible comfort. Bio-based content is made from renewable resources to help reduce our carbon footprint.

Engineered mesh upper

4 mm drop; due to variances created during the development and manufacturing processes, all references to 4 mm drop are approximate

Fresh Foam X midsole foam with approximately 3% bio-based content delivers our most cushioned Fresh Foam experience for incredible comfort. Bio-based content is made from renewable resources to help reduce our carbon footprint.

Engineered mesh upper

4 mm drop; due to variances created during the development and manufacturing processes, all references to 4 mm drop are approximate

A perfect companion for your adventurous days, the New Balance Fresh Foam X More Trail v2 sneakers are designed to keep your feet in absolute comfort throughout the trail.

Debris-resistant synthetic upper is suitable for gritty all-terrain usage.

Breathable textile lining with a removable cushioned insole.

Fabric: Technical weave

Rubber sole

Suede trim , Removable insole, Lightweight foam-rubber midsole

Fresh Foam X midsole delivers our most cushioned Fresh Foam experience for incredible comfort

Synthetic/mesh upper

Metal spike outsole provides superior traction on the field

Fresh Foam midsole cushioning is precision engineered to deliver an ultra-cushioned, lightweight ride

Slip-on construction for easy, on-the-go wear

Breathable mesh material

Hypoknit

Achilles heelpocket locks the heel in place for a secure run, while increasing comfort

External TPU heel counter increases support