Al Roker Shared His Favorite Sneaker Brand for Walks—and We Found a Pair on Sale

As someone with chronic inflammation, I couldn’t help but study our interview with Al Roker from last month. I’ve already written down a few of his tips to keep in mind: stay hydrated, eat more omega-3-rich fish, prioritize protein and get more walks in. I am also quite the sneaker fan (I love my Hoka Skyflows), so when Roker called out his love for the New Balance Fresh Foam line, I immediately had to check it out.

Lo and behold, I found a popular pair on sale in nearly every single color and size combo (both men’s and women’s), which means we all can try a pair of the shoes Roker calls “very, very comfortable” on our anti-inflammatory walks. Shop the New Balance Fresh Foam X 880v14 on sale now—a perfect sneaker if you’re prioritizing running or walking this year.

New Balance Fresh Foam X 880v14, Women’s

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These New Balance sneakers were designed for running, though they work wonderfully for walks, too. (They’re from Roker’s go-to walking shoe line, after all.) They’re made with the brand’s signature Fresh Foam cushioning, which is light and absorbent to provide comfort with each step. The cushioning tapers, starting thicker at the heel and thinning out towards the toe to help with heel impact. This curve also makes foot transitions easier too, whether you’re moving at a fast pace or walking leisurely.

Thanks to a breathable mesh upper, you can count on your feet getting some air as your body heats up. The shoes have some structure and support too, which can help keep your gait in check. Other perks? The sole’s tread makes it easier to run or walk on the road.

New Balance Fresh Foam X 880v14, Men’s

New Balance

Roker loves the Fresh Foam line for a few reasons, and this particular pair checks his boxes. “They have good support, and I feel like I get more mileage out of them than I do an average walking shoe or sneaker,” Roker says.

You can shop these shoes on sale on New Balance’s website in both men’s sizes and women’s sizes in a range of colors, though sizes are selling out. The pair is also available at Zappos in men’s sizes and women’s sizes, up to 29% off.

If you’re like me and want to get in some more walks to help with chronic inflammation, now’s a great time to start. Take a page out of Roker’s book and grab the New Balance Fresh Foam X 880v14 sneakers, now on sale at just the right time.