Women's Walking Shoes

Q: What makes a shoe a walking shoe?

Walking shoes are characterized by key features that aim to support your steps. These features include flexibility, cushioning, breathability, and shock absorption. Additionally, walking shoes are made to support the natural motion of walking, helping you maintain balance and stability with your strides.

Q: Are running shoes good for walking?

Yes. Running shoes are built to support your feet, offering cushioning, shock absorption, and flexibility. Be sure to pick a pair that suits your needs, as some high-performance running shoes may have excessive cushioning that can create instability while walking.

Q: Are sneakers suitable for walking?

In general, most sneakers are good for walking, especially orthopedic sneakers, as these are specifically engineered to support your feet. It’s important to note that not all sneakers may be suitable for walking, particularly fashion sneakers that prioritize aesthetic design over functionality.

Q: What shoes do podiatrists recommend for walking?

Podiatrists recommend walking shoes that offer arch support, cushioning, and a spacious toe box. Ideally, the most comfortable shoes you’ll find are ones that are personally fitted to your feet, so it’s strongly encouraged to consult with your podiatrist to better understand your foot type.

Q: What are the best walking shoe brands?

The Walking Company carries some of the leading brands that offer the best walking shoes for women and men. Some of our brands include ABEO, Dansko, Propet, and Drew Shoes.

ABEO Laguna Slide
Current price:$69 Original price:$99.95

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9 Stars (37 Reviews)
ABEO MXV Shift Zip Metatarsal
Current price:$109 Original price:$159.95

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9 Stars (41 Reviews)
Dansko Paisley
$164.95

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 Stars (278 Reviews)
ABEO Laguna Slide Metatarsal
Current price:$69 Original price:$99.95

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9 Stars (37 Reviews)
Dansko Devyn
$69.95

5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
5.0 Stars (1 Review)
Dansko Sophie
$134.95
Propet Cora
$104.95
Mephisto Ylona
$278.95
ABEO Via Pump Metatarsal
$139.95

5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
5.0 Stars (4 Reviews)
ABEO Solstice Buckle Sandal Metatarsal
Current price:$89 Original price:$149.95

4.6
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 Stars (37 Reviews)
ABEO Riviera II Buckle Metatarsal
$159.95

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 Stars (4 Reviews)
ABEO Riviera II Strap Metatarsal
Current price:$129 Original price:$159.95

5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
5.0 Stars (3 Reviews)
ABEO Encore Court
$119.95

5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
5.0 Stars (10 Reviews)
Drew Shoes Halo
Current price:$89.97 Original price:$169.95
ABEO Encore Knit Slip On
$99.95

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 Stars (21 Reviews)
ABEO Encore Sneaker
$109.95

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 Stars (236 Reviews)
ABEO Oasis Sport Sandal Metatarsal
$119.95

5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
5.0 Stars (31 Reviews)
Dansko Mia
$129.95

5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
5.0 Stars (3 Reviews)
Dansko Candace
Current price:$114.95 Original price:$149.95

5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
5.0 Stars (1 Review)
ABEO Vela Ballet
$129.95

5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
5.0 Stars (1 Review)
ABEO Laguna Slide Metatarsal
Current price:$69 Original price:$99.95

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9 Stars (37 Reviews)
Ryka Dedicate Lx
Current price:$53.97 Original price:$89.95
ABEO Encore Slip On Metatarsal
$99.95

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 Stars (147 Reviews)
ABEO Cadence Bow Metatarsal
Current price:$79 Original price:$164.95

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 Stars (69 Reviews)
Dansko Devyn
Current price:$49.95 Original price:$69.95

5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
5.0 Stars (2 Reviews)
ABEO Goleta Trail
$134.95

5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
5.0 Stars (23 Reviews)
Dansko Rowan
$139.95
Drew Shoes Bandit
$169.95
ABEO Solstice Buckle Sandal Metatarsal
Current price:$89 Original price:$149.95

4.6
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 Stars (37 Reviews)
ABEO Soleil Cross Metatarsal
$149.95

5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
5.0 Stars (6 Reviews)
ABEO Cadence Bow
Current price:$79 Original price:$164.95

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 Stars (69 Reviews)
ABEO Cadence Ballet
Current price:$99 Original price:$164.95

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9 Stars (52 Reviews)
ABEO Oasis Sandal Metatarsal
$139.95

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9 Stars (249 Reviews)
ABEO Laguna Sandal Metatarsal
$99.95

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 Stars (147 Reviews)
ABEO Jumpstreet Zip
$124.95

5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
5.0 Stars (1 Review)
ABEO Solstice Cross Slide Metatarsal
Current price:$89 Original price:$149.95

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 Stars (32 Reviews)
ABEO Encore Sneaker Metatarsal
Current price:$59.97 Original price:$114.95

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 Stars (236 Reviews)
Drew Shoes Rose
$189.95

5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
5.0 Stars (2 Reviews)
ABEO Cadence Bow Metatarsal
Current price:$99 Original price:$164.95

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 Stars (69 Reviews)
Comfortiva Gibson
$124.95
ABEO Encore Sneaker Metatarsal
$104.95

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 Stars (236 Reviews)
Propet Ultima
$134.95
ABEO Oasis Sandal
$139.95

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9 Stars (249 Reviews)
Mykos Tori
$109.95
Dansko Paisley
$164.95

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 Stars (278 Reviews)
Drew Shoes Fusion
$174.95
Drew Shoes Bayside
$149.95
ABEO Laguna Slide
Current price:$69 Original price:$99.95

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9 Stars (37 Reviews)

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The Walking Company is your source for the best women’s walking shoes. Our women’s sneakers, active footwear and platform sneakers are premium comfortable shoes for any exercise or work out. Trust The Walking Company with your next pair of running shoes for women, slip-on sneakers, or the best shoes for walking all day to keep your body and feet moving.

Sneakers are not only a versatile type of shoe, but they also offer functional support for your day-to-day activities. Some of the best shoes for walking and standing all day are engineered with good cushioning to ensure impact absorption for when you’re on your feet for long periods of time. Look for something like the ABEO MXV Shift, which features a cushioned deep heel cup that absorbs shock when you’re taking daily walks or are even out traveling.

Yes. Running shoes are excellent for walking as they're designed to support your feet with ample cushioning for shock absorption. They're also durable enough for walking because they're designed for the rigorous demands of running. However, it's important to avoid running shoes that are specifically built for racing – particularly those that feature a carbon fiber plate – as they can affect your gait and can make walking feel unnatural.

ABEO shoes are engineered to provide your feet with innovative comfort built to last. Our comfortable shoes offer all-day comfort thanks to BIOsystem® Orthotic Technology that delivers the perfect balance of anatomical support, responsive cushioning, and balanced alignment. Besides being crafted for comfort and support, our shoes also come in a wide variety of styles and silhouettes, ensuring you always have the right pair of shoes for every occasion and terrain.

ABEO shoes are built to provide your feet with superior arch and heel support, ensuring proper weight distribution and balance when walking. More than just your typical pair of orthopedic shoes, we provide footwear that looks good while feeling good all day long.

Other innovative features and benefits of ABEO shoes include:

Ergonomic cushioned soles soften steps to help foot and heel pain.
Deep heel cup helps stabilize feet and align the body to minimize fatigue.
Wider fit offers more room for wide or swollen feet.
Weight balancing arch support and cushioned heel cup reduce shock to help relieve plantar fasciitis.
Metatarsal footbed option has built-in metatarsal pad to help with forefoot pain.
Spacious toe box and added depth helps reduce pressure.

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Women's Walking Shoes

ABEO Laguna Slide

ABEO MXV Shift Zip Metatarsal

Dansko Paisley

ABEO Laguna Slide Metatarsal

Dansko Devyn

Dansko Sophie

Propet Cora

Mephisto Ylona

ABEO Via Pump Metatarsal

ABEO Solstice Buckle Sandal Metatarsal

ABEO Riviera II Buckle Metatarsal

ABEO Riviera II Strap Metatarsal

ABEO Encore Court

Drew Shoes Halo

ABEO Encore Knit Slip On

ABEO Encore Sneaker

ABEO Oasis Sport Sandal Metatarsal

Dansko Mia

Dansko Candace

ABEO Vela Ballet

ABEO Laguna Slide Metatarsal

Ryka Dedicate Lx

ABEO Encore Slip On Metatarsal

ABEO Cadence Bow Metatarsal

Dansko Devyn

ABEO Goleta Trail

Dansko Rowan

Drew Shoes Bandit

ABEO Solstice Buckle Sandal Metatarsal

ABEO Soleil Cross Metatarsal

ABEO Cadence Bow

ABEO Cadence Ballet

ABEO Oasis Sandal Metatarsal

ABEO Laguna Sandal Metatarsal

ABEO Jumpstreet Zip

ABEO Solstice Cross Slide Metatarsal

ABEO Encore Sneaker Metatarsal

Drew Shoes Rose

ABEO Cadence Bow Metatarsal

Comfortiva Gibson

ABEO Encore Sneaker Metatarsal

Propet Ultima

ABEO Oasis Sandal

Mykos Tori

Dansko Paisley

Drew Shoes Fusion

Drew Shoes Bayside

ABEO Laguna Slide

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