Cushioned shoes were created with runners whose feet supinate or underpronate in mind. If you have moderate to high arches, or are a forefoot or midfoot striker, these shoes are generally ideal. High arched feet, in particular, do not provide the impact absorption that other foot types do and can really benefit from using these shoes.
Asics Gel-Nimbus 12
The Asics Gel-Nimbus 12 won the "Best Update" award at Runner's World Magazine. This shoe was designed for neutral to high arched runners. Features include an impact guidance system designed to improve the natural gait of the foot, the Space Trusstic System for midfoot stabilization and a stretchy upper section created to reduce foot irritation.
Specifications include a weight of 11.9 oz., 2E and 4E widths and a 2010 price of $125.
Asics Gel-Nimbus 12
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Nike Air Pegasus+ 26
The Nike Air Pegasus +26 won the "Best Buy" award at Runner's World Magazine. This shoe was designed for regular training and is suited to runners with normal to high arches. Features include upper overlays for forefoot control, Rideliner footbed for greater cushioning on the sole, and an impact resistance system for greater shock absorption. Specifications include a weight of 11.7 oz., widths of B, D and E and a 2010 price of $85.
Nike Air Pegasus+ 26
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Brooks Glycerin 8
The Brooks Glycerin 8 won the "Editor's Choice" award at Runner's World Magazine. This shoe was designed with long distance runners in mind who have high to normal arched feet. Features include the Brooks DNA cushioning system, created to disperse the impact of your foot and a BioMoGo midsole that is more environmentally friendly than the standard EVA midsole many shoe companies utilize. Specifications include a weight of 12.6 oz., widths of B, D, 2E and EE and a 2010 price of $130.
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