Is Brooks' New Sneaker the Best Walking Shoe I've Ever Owned?

My go-to shoe is a sneaker, so I have a bit of a collection. I’m a lover of all different styles and brands, from the lightweight Adidas that saved my feet on vacation to the waterproof Reeboks I can wear no matter the weather.

Shockingly, I had never tried many of our editors’ favorite brands to wear. This includes Brooks, which is one of the most popular brands for those looking for comfort. But recently, the brand sent me a pair of their newest sneakers, and consider me influenced, because the second I stood up in these shoes, I felt the most support I’ve ever felt in a sneaker.

Meet the Brooks Glycerin Max, the newest innovative design by the running shoe company. With a layer of protective cushioning, these sneakers are both ultra comfortable and will give you a bit of height (which is great for 5-foot, 2-inch me). 

Brooks Glycerin Max

I walked around Philadelphia’s Old City one weekend in these sneakers, easily exceeding 10,000 steps by dinnertime. And while I was a bit tired, I genuinely forgot that I usually feel soreness in my feet after walking that much. These new shoes are saving my feet every day I walk in them, and they’re nearly influencing me to pick up running as the weather cools down in my neighborhood. Any sneaker that is having me consider going out for a jog is a winner in my book!

With a snug and plush design, the new Glycerin Max may inspire you to take your daily walk or run because they’re so comfy—I know it has for me. Taking daily walks has a slew of benefits: a stroll around the neighborhood can help lower your blood sugar, aid in digestion and improve longevity.

These sneakers also received a celebrity endorsement. When I interviewed Chase Stokes in New York last month, he was partnered with Brooks to talk more about the shoe—and he agreed with my pain-free statement.

“The Glycerin Max sneakers have become the go-to,” the Uglies and Outer Banks star told EatingWell. “This is actually the first shoe that I wore coming back from a knee injury that I’ve really felt little to no pain in since wearing it.”

Brooks is a beloved sneaker brand, so if you’re looking to invest in a good pair, you should definitely consider the Glycerin Max. Grab them while they’re available, as they just dropped October 5 and are already highly rated.

At the time of publishing, the price was $200.