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SELF Sneaker Awards 2024: Tester-approved picks for walking, running, athleisure and more

WATCH: Preview of the SELF 2024 Sneaker Awards

SELF's 2024 Sneaker Awards are here, and stacked with lots of standout, tester-approved winners.

This year, 167 styles were submitted from 50 brands — the most to date. Of the 20% of the shoes tested by a culmination of editors, experts, self-described marathoners, new moms and dads — there were 30 clear winners.

The winning sneakers were evaluated based on fit, shape, comfort and style, and the top picks have been organized into 13 different categories including everything from "best shoes for heavy duty walking" to "best shoes for bopping around town all day."

Just ahead, SELF editor-in-chief Rachel Miller has highlighted a selection of winners that stood out above the rest.

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Best for heavy duty walking

Vionic Walk Max sneaker

Price: $140 · From Zappos

Best old-school cool athleisure

PUMA Easy Rider Vintage Sneaker (Women)

Price: $90 · From Nordstrom

Best for bopping around town all day

Cityverse Women's Sneaker

Price: $138 · From Lululemon

The best white sneakers for running, walking, style and more

Best general gym shoe

Nano X4 Women's Training Shoes

Price: $99.97 · 28% Savings
From Reebok

Original: $140

Best for runs and walks

Women's UA Infinite Elite Running Shoes

Price: $160 · From Under Armour

Best for everyday running

SUPERNOVA RISE SHOES

Price: $98 · 30% Savings
From Adidas

Original: $140

Editor's note: The shoes suggested above are out of stock, but shop a similar option below.

Women's Ultraboost 5X

Price: $180 · From Adidas

More winners from SELF 2024 Sneaker Awards

Best for beginner trail runners

Beyondfeel Women's Trail Running Shoe

Price: $168 · From Lululemon

Best splurge for racing

Nike Alphafly 3 Women's Road Racing Shoes

Price: $285 · From Nike

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