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Whether you’re looking to get into jogging or you’re a seasoned marathoner, choosing the right pair of running shoes is important for keeping things fun and exhilarating on your daily run. Buying new running shoes becomes even more complicated when you have flat feet as you need proper arch support to keep you moving. With so many options on the market, how do you pick that pair of athletic shoes that’s right for you? To help you choose your next dream shoes, we’ve researched and investigated the newest models on the market and identified the best running shoes for women with flat feet. But, before you check out the shoes for yourself, here are some important considerations to keep in mind before you buy:
Type: Overpronators you better listen up: to account for the exaggerated inward rolling of your foot, you’ll need either stability or motion control running shoes. If you’re a mild overpronator, stability shoes will be your best bet, and our moderate to severe overpronators ought to stick to the motion control shoes. These shoes are specially designed to try and minimize that foot rolling.
Color: While color doesn’t affect the fit of your shoes, it’s certainly important to take into account. Whether you need a different pair of shoes to match your outfit every day of the weak, or you simply want a pair that’ll sparkle in your Instagram photos, there’s no reason not to get a color you enjoy. Be sure to impress your friends with the flashy colors of your sweet new kicks.
Size Range: What size do they come in? This is particularly important for our friends with feet on the smaller or larger ends of the spectrum. Some shoe manufacturers make large size ranges, from 5-12 (or even 13!) but others tend to stick to sizes 6-10. If they don’t make your size, you can’t wear ‘em, so keep this in mind while you shop.
Sole Material: With every step you take, your shoes’ outsoles hit the ground. So, it’s important to have a durable sole material to keep you moving. Rubber outsoles are the most common and provide a good mix of durability and traction. Some shoes use polyurethane, which is incredibly durable and can last for years. Regardless of what you choose, you’ll need a good set of outsoles to keep you running.
Shoe Material: Running shoes come in a variety of ‘uppers’ for aesthetic and functionality reasons. Nylon and nylon mesh are common materials that are light, durable, and breathable. Synthetic uppers, on the other hand tend to be abrasion-resistant, quick-drying, and require little-to-no break-in period. Both have their benefits and can keep runners happy for miles to come.
Breathability: If you live in a wet or humid environment, you’ll want to pay attention here: having shoes that breathe will be the difference between sweaty toes and happy feet at the end of your run. Not all shoes are made equally in this department, so keep this in mind if you want dry feet after your morning jog.
Now that you know what to consider, let’s get right to the reviews. If you’re in a rush, just take a peek at the top pick and the budget pick and we’re sure you’ll be satisfied. From jogging shoes to the best running shoes for treadmills, we’ve got something for everyone here. Coming up, we’ve got the ten best women’s running shoes for flat feet. Happy trails!
Samantha Dewitt
Expert Researcher and Writer
Samantha Dewitt is a lead researcher and writer for GeekWrapped, writing under a pen name. She gets excited about pet, baby, and science products and has over 12 years of experience.
Article last updated on:
September 30, 2019
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