Cole Haan Men's Zerogrand All-Day Trainer

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Local tester Justin Brown, who averages 6:45 miles in training, found the Hyperion GTS provided a good balance of cushioning and support during speed workouts, including—befittingly— tempos. Lululemon is now both a yoga and running brand, a dual image enhanced by its recent foray into footwear. We then examine their parts and wield our tools to quantify their various aspects such as midsole hardness, stack height, and breathability. Gone too is the big, flat slab of rubber under the forefoot, replaced with a web of diamond-shaped lugs—think waffle sole, rotated 45 degrees, with cutouts.

The midsole should be cushioned: You need a comfortable shoe if you’re going to be standing all day. When choosing the best Topo Athletic shoe of 2023, it was a toss-up between the Mtn Racer 3 and the Terraventure 4. Whether you’re walking for fitness or just running errands, you can feel confident lacing any of these up.Super lightweight and breathable, the GrandPro Rally Court combines canvas uppers with a luxuriously cushioned memory foam footbed for soft, cushioned landings. One of RW’s favorite shoes from Asics, the GT-1000 is a reliable trainer, and its combo of durable cushioning and versatile midsole support makes it a great choice for walking, too. Together with its soft textile lining, removable foam insole, contoured midsole, and padded tongue, you're given the perfect amount of stability, cushioning, and support for every stride. The outsole features Goodyear rubber around the forefoot and heel—I never had any issues with grip, and the shoe felt stable during jaunts around my neighborhood. The partly recycled upper is nicely padded and features TPU toe and heel bumpers for extra durability.

On top of that propulsive foam, there’s a contoured EVA-based frame that matches the shape of your foot, creating a more supportive, comfortable fit that lets your foot sit deeper in the shoe. The upper, Gore-Tex membrane, laces and straps are made from recycled material, while the super grippy and protective Vibram Eco Step Evo outsole utilises components deriving from the processing cycle.Two of our favourite sustainable brands just teamed up on the shoe collab of the year: Veja x Reformation dropped on 5 October and these cream Venturi kicks are now top of our wishlist. It offers a thick wedge of midsole foam, so you get plenty of cushioning, but the main highlight is the footbed: Aetrex’s unique removable insole places the “peak” of the arch support farther back than other brands’ footbed designs (it’s in line with your ankle rather than the middle of your foot). After just a couple walks, though, the shoes broke in a bit and felt softer, and the insoles delivered a supportive, foot-cradling feel that really boosted my arches. Metallics are huge for autumn/winter 2023, so we're thrilled that New Balance has re-launched its coveted 530 trainers in three spangly shades for this season.

The Talus Low is a traditional style hiking shoe that should last for years thanks to a hardwearing leather upper and double thickness reinforcement around the heel and toe. High tops will give feminine midi dresses a much-needed dose of attitude, while platform soles will add height, without the blisters. Salewa’s climbing lacing system enables a secure, supportive fit throughout, with fine adjustment in the toe area for extra precision when required.Truly, these sneakers just seemed to get more comfortable over time, adapting to the contours of our feet the more we wore them. Runners seeking a daily trainer capable of handling double-digit miles should consider other options. Its shoes include the daily trainer Blissfeel 2, a shoe that we’ve compared to the likes of the Nike Pegasus and Brooks Ghost.

Lululemon, the brand known for its yoga pants, has successfully broken into the running space sponsoring athletes like Colleen Quigley and Nikki Hiltz. People working in the retail and service industry know this, and so do those employed in hospitals, restaurants, and post offices. Waterproof shoes are great for keeping your feet dry in mud and wet grass but may feel hot and sweaty on summer days. Kate has been pictured wearing Veja trainers on several occasions so it's fair to say they're her go-to.

Also, both the forefoot and heel should have ample cushioning because the bodyweight is constantly transferred across the heel and ball of the foot. Trainers can add a relaxed touch to even the dressiest of looks, which gives you more options when it comes to styling. But please don't mistake ergonomic to mean unfashionable: the casualness of this sporty footwear is what makes it so cool.