Top Ten Running Shoes for Plus-Size Runners

With the New Balance 1260v7, you get a road runner that helps mitigate some of that impact. The crash pad in the heel helps absorb shock in the first part of the foot strike, Contently 3 while the dual-density midsole with stability posting ads comfort, cushion, and control to keep your foot upright with neutral pronation. The shoe has an 8-millimeter drop and is available in wide sizes.

The Mizuno Wave Rider 21 is not a crazy cushioned road running shoe, but is a supportive one that is lightweight and flexible with a 12-millimeter drop from heel to toe. The shoe uses a top midsole layer that provides bounce-back and response when striking. It also has a Mizuno Neutral Wave plate, which is an extra layer of support between the midsole and the outsole to help make transitions from heel to toe smoother and without any inward or outward rolling. Wide sizes are available in the women's version

The Brooks Adrenaline GTS 18 focuses on cushion, support, and lightweight flexibility to keep you moving comfortably through all parts of your stride. The main element of this road runner that adds support to your transitions and aid in over-pronation is the triple-density rollbar. For Brooks, this is in the midsole of the shoe and has an added internal post to help create neutral pronation. The Adrenaline GTS also has a removable foam insole that molds to your foot so you'll get the exact support you need, where you need it. This shoe has a 12-millimeter drop and comes in a wide size.