Expert’s Top 10 Picks & Best Cushion Running Shoes, 2023 Top Recommendations
About Cushion Running Shoes
These cushion running shoes are designed to provide the perfect blend of cushioning and support for your run. The breathable mesh upper and cushioned midsole are designed to provide maximum comfort and support, while the rubber outsole provides superior grip and traction. The lightweight construction ensures you get the most out of your run, and the unique design adds style to your look. Whether you’re on the track, trail, or pavement, these cushion running shoes provide the perfect combination of cushioning and support to help you get the most out of your run.
1#. ALTRA Men’s AL0A5475 Provision 6 Road Running Shoe
Features
Imported
Rubber sole
RUNNER’S WORLD 2022 AWARD WINNER: Best Stability Shoe
Go Further: Our original Altra EGO foam is designed to provide added energy return and a responsive, yet soft, comfortable feel
Get Comfortable: Signature Altra Balanced Cushioning and FootShape toe box allows your toes to spread and encourages proper, low-impact form throughout your run
Push Yourself: InnerFlex midsole technology ensures increased flexibility and performance
Stay Comfortable: Stack height of 30mm provides ample cushion for long runs
2#. New Balance Men’s Fresh Foam X More V4 Running Shoe
Features
Imported
Rubber sole
Fresh Foam X midsole foam with approximately 3% bio-based content delivers our most cushioned Fresh Foam experience for incredible comfort. Bio-based content is made from renewable resources to help reduce our carbon footprint.
Engineered mesh upper
4 mm drop; due to variances created during the development and manufacturing processes, all references to 4 mm drop are approximate
100% comfort in every detail
3#. New Balance Women’s Fresh Foam 1080 V11 Running Shoe
Features
100% Fabric
Imported
Rubber sole
Fresh Foam midsole cushioning is precision engineered to deliver an ultra-cushioned, lightweight ride
Bootie upper construction hugs your foot for a snug, supportive fit
Synthetic/mesh upper
Ortholite sockliner for comfort
Ultra Heel design hugs the back of the foot for a snug, supportive fit
4#. New Balance Men’s Fresh Foam 1080 V11 Running Shoe
Features
Synthetic-and-mesh
Imported
Synthetic sole
Fresh Foam midsole cushioning is precision engineered to deliver an ultra-cushioned, lightweight ride
Bootie upper construction hugs your foot for a snug, supportive fit
Synthetic/mesh upper
Ortholite sockliner for comfort
Ultra Heel design hugs the back of the foot for a snug, supportive fit
5#. Skechers Men’s Max Cushioning Premier Vantage-Performance Walking & Running Shoe Sneaker
Features
100% Synthetic
Made in USA or Imported
Synthetic upper
Lace-up closure
Air-Cooled Goga Mat insole with Ultra-Go Cushioning
Natural Rocker Technology for a smooth heel-to-toe transition
Machine washable
6#. Skechers Men’s Max Cushioning Elite-Performance Walking & Running Shoe Sneaker
Features
100% engineered mesh fabric with synthetic contrast colored grid overlay
Imported
Rubber sole
Shaft measures approximately not_applicable from arch
Heel measures approximately 2 inches”
Add more cushioned comfort and response to your run with the Skechers Max Cushioning Elite. A cushioned comfort running and walking design on an ULTRA GO cushioned platform.
UPPER: Virtually seamless engineered mesh fabric upper provides breathability and comfort. Synthetic contrast colored grid overlay detail at front, sides and heel. Lace up front. Contrast colored midsole trim and detail. Side S logo.
MIDSOLE CUSHION: Cushioned responsive ULTRA GO comfort platform. INSOLE CUSHION: Air Cooled Goga Mat insole provides shock absorption and support.
OUTSOLE/BOTTOM: Lightweight, durable and flexible parametric web outsole provides multi-surface traction. Forefoot flex grooves aid in flexibility and promote a smooth transition. Mid-foot strike zone promotes efficiency in each stride.
MACHINE WASHABLE shoe design – wash on gentle cycle cold, hang to air dry. WEIGHT: 11.5 oz. per shoe in a men’s size 9. OFFSET: 6mm heel drop height. 2 inch heel height.
7#. Under Armour Men’s Charged Assert 9 Running Shoe
Features
Imported
Rubber sole
Lightweight mesh upper with 3-color digital print delivers complete breathability
Durable leather overlays for stability & that locks in your midfoot
EVA sockliner provides soft, step-in comfort
Charged Cushioning midsole uses compression molded foam for ultimate responsiveness & durability
Solid rubber outsole covers high impact zones for greater durability with less weight
8#. Brooks Men’s Aurora Neutral Running Shoe
Features
Rubber sole
THIS MENS SHOE IS FOR: The Aurora-BL is for runners looking for a one-of-a-kind, limited-edition shoe that delivers supreme softness and a smooth, natural ride — so runners can get lost in their run.
SUPREMELY SOFT: Limit pushing, innovative technology from our Nitrogen-injected DNA LOFT v3 cushioning is our softest DNA version yet. Our “large-cell foaming” process amplifies the soft energy return.
SMOOTH TRANSITIONS: Glide Roll technology offers a sculpted shape to the heel and toe to allow for extremely smooth landings that move you along to a smooth toe-off.
LIGHT RESPONSIVE CUSHIONING: Supremely soft cushioning for a light, more responsive landing from takeoff to landing.
NATURAL MOVEMENT: Unique decoupled midsole allows your heel and forefoot to move independent of each other, so you can move the way your body wants to move.
9#. Brooks Women’s Ghost 15 Neutral Running Shoe
Features
fabric-and-synthetic
Made in the USA or Imported
Rubber sole
THIS WOMEN’S SHOE IS FOR: Runners looking for a smooth ride that won’t distract from the fun of the run. The Ghost 15 offers a refined 3D Fit Print to create a more seamless, secure fit. This Brooks Ghost 15 is a certified PDAC A5500 Diabetic shoe and has been granted the APMA Seal of Acceptance.
SUPPORT AND CUSHION: The Ghost 15 offers neutral support while providing high energizing cushioning. Ideal for road running, cross training, the gym or wherever you might want to take them! Predecessor: Ghost 14
BALANCED, SOFT CUSHIONING: New midsole features soft and lighter-weight DNA LOFT V2 cushioning to provide distraction free cushioning under your feet with each stride.
SMOOTH, STABLE RIDE: No matter how your foot lands, our soft midsole and Segmented Crash Pad – an integrated system of shock absorbers – team up for easy flow from landing to toe-off.
ENHANCED UPPER: Engineered air mesh upper provides comfort and breathability with 3D Fit Print for added structure.
10#. Brooks Women’s Ghost 14 Neutral Running Shoe
Features
Imported
Rubber sole
THIS WOMEN’S SHOE IS FOR: Runners looking for a smooth ride that won’t distract from the fun of the run. The Ghost 14 offers a simplified midsole construction which creates more seamless transitions. This Brooks Ghost 14 is a certified PDAC A5500 Diabetic shoe and has been granted the APMA Seal of Acceptance. We recommend ordering Brooks running shoes 1/2 to one size larger than your dress shoe.
SUPPORT AND CUSHION: The Ghost 14 offers neutral support while providing high energizing cushioning. Ideal for road running, cross training, the gym or wherever you might want to take them! Predecessor: Ghost 13
BALANCED, SOFT CUSHIONING: BioMoGo DNA and DNA LOFT cushioning work together to provide a just-right softness underfoot without losing responsiveness and durability – yet it feels lighter than ever. DNA LOFT now makes up the entire midsole, for a softer, smoother, ride.
SMOOTH, STABLE RIDE: No matter how your foot lands, our Segmented Crash Pad – an integrated system of shock absorbers – will cushion every step and stride for smooth heel-to-toe transitions.
SOFT, SECURE, FIT: More strategic use of the 3D Fit Print upper technology provides structure that moves with the foot.
