Go to a running store and have them assess your gait. We can’t tell you what your feet need and it will make such a difference.

Loving my New Balance Fresh Foam!

Turns that wearing walking shoes for running and vice versa is sort of like wearing a skates to play soccer and vice versa. You can do the job but should you?

Ha, after some research turns that there is a method to this madness. After all the walking and running shoes are not created equal and if you use one for both purposes .. :

When you walk, you impact the ground with 1.5 times your body weight; however, when you run, you impact the ground with 3 times your body weight. Most runners land on their heel, midfoot, or ball of the foot. ... Walking shoes should not have a big difference in height between the heel and toes.

https://www.holabirdsports.com/blogs/news/can-i-wear-a-running-shoe-for-walking

Anonymous wrote:Is there a difference between good pro walking sneakers and running sneakers? I think there is. But correct me if I am wrong. Know nothing about walking shoes but running probably have thinner sole in front for easier banding whereas walking have more support through the sole? Or something? Please experts, do share.

I'm sorry but this post is pretty funny. When I hear "pro walking sneakers" I think about the the walking events in the Olympics and OP training for that.

I wear running shoes but walk. Asics are my favorite. I suggest going to a running store and getting fitted.

Is there a difference between good pro walking sneakers and running sneakers? I think there is. But correct me if I am wrong. Know nothing about walking shoes but running probably have thinner sole in front for easier banding whereas walking have more support through the sole? Or something? Please experts, do share.

OP, I forgot to add that what I am looking for is a sneaker type of shoe and not an old lady / nurse / work type of deal.

Can't run anymore after operation. Walking for fitness walking shoes that can take few miles a day and are stylish, comfy and support feet well so there is no impact on the knees or hips in a long "run" or should I say walk.