10 Best Running Shoes For Motion Control

By: Sheryl Berger

Break Studios Contributing Writer

The 10 best running shoes for motion control are made to be the most effective for the runner looking to get the most mileage out of their shoes. Cushioning is a necessity in a running shoe for motion control as well as comfort for feet with pronation problems. Below are the 10 best running shoes for motion control

  1. ASICS Gel Foundation are one of the best running shoes for motion control. This is a great running shoe for the runner who suffers from severe over pronation.  The shoe is made with an increased midsole density for better support and durability. There is also a bunion window for better comfort at the ball of the foot.
  2. Adidas Response Stability 2 Motion Control Running shoes are also one of the best running shoes for motion control. The Adidas motion control running shoes are made with a breathable air mesh and Torsion System Technology to help create stability, control, and provide midfoot support. The cushioning material in the shoe also provides better forefoot resiliency and shock absorption at the heel.
  3. New Balance Men's Motion Control Running Shoe is also one of the best running shoes for motion control. The New Balance motion control shoe is made for the severe overpronator. Cushioning in the thickly padded linings keeps the runner stable, while the Abzorb Technology provides the best shock absorption, helping to keep the runner light on their feet.
  4. Saucony ProGrid Stabil CS Men's Motion Control Running shoes are another one of the best running shoes for motion control. A bottom loaded support structure controls excess pronation. The shoe also has a footbed made with SSA EVA which gives underfoot comfort. The Saucony ProGrid has a stable broad platform which allows the user to put on orthodics inside the shoe.
  5. Brooks Men's Motion Control Running shoes are also one of the best running shoes for motion control. This Brooks shoe is also made for the severe over pronator. Brook's uses a BioMoGo for it's premium midsole material. This material is designed to give the runner resilient cushioning and extend the length of the midsole.
  6. Pearl Izumi SyncroGuide III Motion Control Running shoes are also one of the best running shoes for motion control. The shoe offers pronation control but not for the most severe cases. The SyncroGuide delivers a well cushioned, smooth feeling run because of the thermoplastic design which provides durable cushioning.
  7. The Nike Zoom Nucleus MC is also one of the best running shoes for motion control. This shoe is rated as a maximum featured shoe due to the generous cushioning units and stability technologies incorporated into the shoe. The Nike Zoom is for moderate to severe overpronation. The shoe provides a large forefoot and roomier overall fit compared to other Nike shoes.
  8. Mizuno Wave Renegade 4 is another one of the best running shoes for motion control. The shoe platform is now made to offer a smoother heal impact zone. The shoe is made for moderate to severe overpronators. The smooth ride is located at the lateral heel and across the forefoot to help with the acceleration and deceleration of the foot during the run.
  9. Etonic Minado 3 MC is one of the best running shoes for motion control. This shoe is able to handle the stress of serious pavement pounding. This is a good shoe for the over pronator. It is made with RSC cushioning in the heel and forefoot which helps to aid in the resilient cushioning. The Etonic Minado also has a removable inner insert which allows the runner to use their own orthodic if needed.
  10. Brooks Addiction 9 is another one of the best running shoes for motion control. This shoe is perfect for the runner with low arches or flat feet. The motion control pod configuration is a midsole/outsole design pattern to provide a balanced position from the toe to heel which gives maximum motion control.
Posted on: Oct. 19, 2010