But first, you need the right sneakers. The best walking shoes for women will feel supportive for your specific foot structure, minimize impact on your joints, protect your foot tendons from ...

The best walking shoes for women are comfortable and supportive enough for a full day on your feet, and have excellent traction to keep you from slipping and sliding on different terrains.

Finding the best walking shoes for women all comes down to "shock absorption, arch support and cushioning," explains Jacqueline Sutera, DPM, a podiatric surgeon with City Podiatry in New York City.

If you've ever come back from a walk with sore feet or experienced foot cramping while walking ... in a shoe store. "Our feet ...