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The 10 Best Running Shoes for Wide Feet in 2023, According to a Podiatrist
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NOBODY LIKES wearing shoes that don't fit well, especially when running. Finding a model and fit of running shoe that feels great takes some trial and error for guys, but for those with wider than average feet, it can be a painstaking process. A solid pair of running shoes is arguably the most important piece of running gear you need to stay consistent and avoid injury while getting in your mileage, so it's worth investing time and energy in finding your Goldilocks pair.
Hitting the pavement in a too-narrow pair of runners can be uncomfortable at best, with your pinky toe taking the brunt of an ill fit. "Shoes that are too small or too narrow can cause for blisters, calluses, numbness in the toes, discomfort and or continued pain," says Dr. Mark Mendeszoon, a board-certified podiatrist and foot and ankle surgeon at Precision Orthopaedic Specialties in Chardon, Ohio.
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"Typically, shoes should have enough room in the forefoot, so that your toes have ample room to move independently and not have pressure on them. Many times people just buy shoes that are larger and length to compensate for the lack of width and those type of shoes still provide problems for the person," says Mendeszoon.
For the past few years, MH fitness editors and experts, including Senior Fitness Editor Brett Williams, NASM, have tested and evaluated dozens of men's wide running shoes on their comfort, fit, support, value, and just how well they perform. We also sought expertise from top podiatrists including Dr. Mark Mendeszoon to understand what factors make a running shoe fit for wide feet.
Wearing a properly fitting pair of shoes won't transform your running game completely, but we can bet it'll make each stride feel better, and ultimately, help avoid undue foot pain. After all, shoes should accommodate your feet, not the other way around.
Whether you're just getting into running and are on the hunt for a shoe to suit your foot anatomy, or you're looking to upgrade your worn-out runners, the right wide running shoes bring value to the table that can't be beat.
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Talene Appleton is the Fitness and Commerce Editor at Men’s Health, where she covers fitness, nutrition, health, and wellness. She was previously the Associate Editor of General Surgery News, and a nutrition writer for The Food Institute. Talene is a retired professional dancer, and loves to spend her free time cooking elaborate meals for her friends and family.
Dr Mark Mendeszoon is a board-certified podiatrist and foot and ankle surgeon at Precision Orthopaedic Specialties in Chardon, Ohio and owner of Achilles Running Shops in Willoughby , Ohio and Erie, Pa. He still enjoys working out, running and coaching runners of all ages.
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