Run, don't walk: Podiatrist-approved New Balance sneakers are up to 40 percent off for Prime Day
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In case you haven't heard, Amazon Prime Day is happening right this second. While you might associate the epic sale with deep discounts on electronics and appliances, it's secretly a fantastic time to score deals on everyday essentials like clothing and sneakers.
This just in: One of our favorite shoe brands — New Balance — is offering some of its most popular sneakers for up to 40 percent off. As you know, comfort and support are a specialty with New Balance. The brand is beloved by teachers, nurses and retail employees — a crew who knows a thing or two about being on their feet all day.
Even podiatrists sign off on New Balance. Dr. Nelya Lobkova says the brand is “great for prevention of generalized foot soreness,” thanks to its excellent engineering and high-quality materials.
So run, don't walk to the deals below — and add to cart pronto. These New Balance gems will go fast.
Save $23 on these No. 1 Amazon bestsellers
This is a special one: These New Balance Women's FuelCore Nergize V1 Sneaker are a number one Amazon best-seller. A mesh upper, memory sole and generous cushioning bring all-day comfort and keep you light on your feet, whether you're running errands, exercising or working. The shoe comes in regular and wide widths, and you have 28 color options to choose from (reviewers suggest sizing up, if you're unsure). With more than 29,000 perfect five-star ratings, these shoes are a sensation.
Says one of tens of thousands of happy customers: "What a difference a pair of shoes makes! These are like walking on a cloud for both everyday wear and workouts. I broke them in at boot camp yesterday, and they were beyond comfortable. Can't recommend these enough, especially for women with wide feet."
Shop it: New Balance Women's FuelCore Nergize V1 Sneaker, $42 (was $65), www.amazon.com
For him: this bestselling men's sneaker for 30 percent off
These New Balance Men's 608 V5 Casual Comfort Cross Trainers are a number one Amazon best-seller with nearly 30,000 reviews. They're available in sizes 6.5-18 in regular, wide and extra-wide sizes in 11 colors, from white and navy to chocolate brown.
This reviewer calls these shoes "super-comfortable and nice looking" and continues: "My old pair of New Balance 608V2 shoes were pretty worn out so I started looking at the newer versions and came across these 608v5 models. Super comfortable - feel like they're broken in right out of the box. Lighter than the older ones as well. These are my church and dress up shoes as well as just good old everyday shoes if needed.
Shop it: New Balance Men's 608 V5 Casual Comfort Cross Trainer, $50 (was $70), www.amazon.com
For women: the perfect "chunky dad-style sneaker" is on sale for $23 off
If you've been interested in the "chunky dad sneaker" trend for summer, these New Balance Women's 411 V1 Walking Shoe are a wardrobe must. Apparently 6,000 reviewers agree.
This reviewer recommends them for healthcare workers, "Very lightweight, comfortable, and supportive. I had the cute heeled nursing clogs but at the end of my clinical rotation my feet were killing me, so I ordered a few pairs of all white sneakers on amazon and these were the most comfortable out of them all..."
Shop it: New Balance Women's 411 V1 Walking Shoe, $42 (was $65), amazon.com
Save $25 on these classics
These leather New Balance Women's 608 V5 Casual Comfort Cross Trainer are a fan favorite with 9,374 five-star reviews and counting. They're available in sizes in regular and wide sizes, in five colors.
"Love these shoes!," says a thrilled shopper. "My podiatrist recommended I purchase New Balance sneakers due to my feet issues... It's a miracle! I can walk without my feet hurting terribly, I'm able to stand for longer periods of time now and I've got plenty of room inside for my toes to wiggle. Love that they're slip resistant....no more falls for me."
Shop it: New Balance Women's 608 V5 Casual Comfort Cross Trainer, $55 (was $70), www.amazon.com
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