If you overpronate, and especially if you are a heavy person who overpronates, you may need the correction and support these firm and heavy shoes provide. The listed shoes are high-quality shoes with motion control technology. The best technology goes into running shoes rather than walking shoes. No shoe is right for everybody - get fit for the shoe that is best for you.
1. Brooks Beast
A favorite for motion control, especially for heavy walkers and severe over-pronators. The Beast is the men's model.
2. Brooks Ariel
The women's version of the Beast. A favorite for motion control, especially for heavy walkers and severe overpronators.3. Asics Gel Foundation VI
A motion control shoe for extreme over-pronation. With version VI they have improved the cushioning, and it has some flexibility due to flex grooves in the forefoot.4. adidas adiStar Control
This shoe is flexible enough for walking while still providing moderate motion control. It has good support for moderate and high arches. The upper doesn't have seams that can irritate bunions. I loved the fit, with a wide enough toe box. But I had to go up a full size from my regular walking shoes, so try them on before buying.5. Saucony GRID Stabil
Over-pronators and heavy walkers have loved this shoe for years. It is heavy, but the newer edition is redesigned to be lighter.6. Adidas Response Extra
This motion control shoe costs less than most, yet is very durable and well cushioned with a well-ventilated upper.7. Fila Flow Sanctuary
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The Fila Flow Sanctuary is built for people with neutral gait who need stability. While the heel looks big for walkers, the shoe is engineered to help you roll through a step without the arch collapsing. The heel and midfoot fits snugly so your foot is less likely to travel forward in the shoe. I found this shoe to be easy on my bunion with a smooth upper over the bunion area. I found myself naturally adopting a proper posture and feel like I want to walk fast in these shoes.
8. Adidas Supernova Control
This shoe is very well-cushioned for the motion-control category. It is softer than most motion-control shoes.9. New Balance 816
The Runners World shoe lab recommends the New Balance 816 for those with low to flat arches looking for serious motion-control. It has plenty of cushioning and comes in narrow to extra wide widths.10. New Balance 766
The 766 features a water-resistant upper and gusseted tongue to keep your foot clean and dry. It is well-designed for heavier people and those who, like walkers, have a heavy heel strike, with plenty of cushioning.Readers' Shoe Reviews
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