Hello! 👋🏼 I’m super obsessed with shoes right now and I love these so much! I’m on the hunt for some leather shoes next and have Clove shoes coming in this weekend! Will definitely be filming that for y’all too 🥰 Do you have any other shoe recommendations?! ❤️
I wear the Bondi SR to clinical and iirc they're leather! They only come in black and white though. I've been wanting to try Cloves but I heard they're not as supportive and they tend to squeak. But the styles are so cute 😢
Brooks Addiction Walker Neutral leather shoes are the most comfortable for me as a nurse, especially for long 16 hour shifts with lots of steps(up to 15,000 per shift), I also have the Bondi 7 as my favorite leisure shoes, but not for work, they are too soft, your legs ache by the end of the shift, I need good quality water/liquid proof shoes, the Brooks are very high quality, last for years. Hoka also have the Bondi SR which I think could be even better, unfortunately they don't come in a wide size, they are too narrow for me sadly.
Girl, New Balance Fresh Foam More V3, their soooo much softer than Bondi 7s. I have both and the More V3 is like a foot massage. But their hard to find in stock.
yea ofc because being broke is literally one long emergency that never ends in the US. Good luck with that. Id suggest you make your budget $100 and just the old version of these $170 shoes when the new ones come out and they always go on sale for $100. You will be better off than going through 2 or 3 $40 shoes that are nowhere near as good. if you want the best value, you could try China. You can for sure order very decent and comfy shoes from China for $50.
Instantly I can tell you actually know what you're talking about when it comes to shoes and I love this video for it. This is probably the highest quality and most informative video I've watched on work shoes. Most people who suggest shoes for working long hours will suggest by brand, not by style. I've heard people say ON running shoes were too stiff or didn't have enough cushion. When they show what shoes they wore, they often show something like the Cloud X or the Cloud 5. These are cross trainers and casual shoes respectively. They are not meant for being worn for more than a mile or so, and certainly not even for 4-hour long shifts. It is important to understand that while certain shoe brands tend to create high-quality shoes, they create shoe models that are intended for different purposes. What people don't understand when they don't do their research is that every shoe manufacturer creates the same kinds of shoes. For example, the Hoka Bondi can be compared to the ON Cloudmonster, the Brooks Glycerin, the Asics Nimbus, or the New Balance More. These are all Max-Cushion shoes designed for long runs/work shifts. Additionally, it's also important to note that these manufacturers make stability shoes that have firmer material on the medial part of the midsole. This is designed for people with flat/low arches that overpronate. However, for those that pronate normally, this will give unwanted support and lead to foot pain. If you do have flat arches or plantar fasciitis, opt for a stability shoe such as the Gaviota, Arahi, Cloudflyer, Cloudrunner, Kayano, GT2000, Glycerin GTS, or the Adrenaline GTS. If you really want a max cushion shoe but you have flat feet, then that shoe needs to be supplemented with an arch-support-insole. Thank you for providing high-quality information. PS I love you for pronouncing Hoka One One the way it's supposed to be pronounced in Maori.
I would also like to add that you may want to look into the Bondi SR. It's a dedicated Nurse/Kitchen shoe that is nearly identical to the Bondi 8, however, it is slip resistant and has water-resistant material on the upper.
I am a nurse and been one for 22 years and tried so many different kinds of shoes and they still always hurt my feet until wearing the Brooks Glycerin the last few years. I agree most of all the nurses I know go with Brooks Glycerin. My feet never hurt after wearing them 12 hours. Will always be a Brooks Glycerin Girl 😊 I just ordered The Brooks Glycerin 20 GTS and excited to try them out!
I work at Chick-fil-A, that requires a LOT of standing, walking, running, etc. I’m required to wear leather nonslip shoes which offer zero support and have no cushioning, and I would come home with stabbing pains in my feet. That’s until i discovered compression socks and insoles (specifically the ones for plantar fasciitis) I’m not even exaggerating when I say it changed my life. I haven’t had any pain in my feet since.
My wife is on her feet in a hospital lab all day. She bought the Glycerins last year to run the NYC Marathon in, then spent the entire full year after wearing them at the lab. She just boug a new pair of the same!
Appreciate this video, while I don't work in nursing but my daily life just involves a lot of walking around, and it's always good to find a pair of comfy life shoes where you know you can return home and your feet are a wrangled mess of pain and blisters. I know people find Ultra Boost and other shoes really have that soft cushiony feel, I feel like too much of that can actually make my feet hurt more as it almost feels like your feet sink through and your feet end up still feeling like you hit a flat hard surface. The other issue can be that while that cushiony feeling may last a day or 2, sometimes that stuff wears out . I know for me with the ultra boost it feel comfortable at first and then gets flat. I had to find a shoe which had a balance of a good cushion, that was firm enough where it didn't feel my feet sunk straight through. I currently use the New Balance 990v5 (which currently does the job for me quite well), but was gonna ask with the Hoka Bondi 7 how are they holding after after using them for a while?
I've been a nurse for 7 years (and an orderly for 3 years prior to that) and just got essentially the same recommendations for shoes as you're giving from my chiropodist! I'm glad you've figured out early into your career what has taken me a decade! I think I'll definitely be trying out the bondi 7 soon :)
I had a lot of pain in my feet and legs from my Nikes and Hoka Arahi at the end of a long shift. I dusted off my older clunky Bondi 7 and started using them as a recovery shoe and my pain is next to none at the end of the day. Don’t mess around with other shoes, Bondi is where it’s at. Yes, they’re clunky, not my preferred running shoe, but for those of us who stand 10-12 hours a day, these shoes will save your feet.
Agreeed! I’m a heavy set woman and use to wear Frankie 4’s for a long time and I had sore heels every single shift. Whereas the Hoka Bondi 7’s give me nearly no pain! Absolutely love them and will be stocking up on some 😂
These are primarily all running shoes and each has its own type of run. The hokas are super cushioned for long comfortable runs vs the others were more pacing and short term runs hence why you had discomfort on a 12 hour shift on your feet.
I love Skechers, the styles that have the cooling memory foam and arch support. Around $60. Also have a pair of Vionics, they are pretty comfy too. My biggest gripe with sneakers these days is the popular style with flared soles, sticking out much wider than the uppers. So ugly. And they make your feet look bigger.
I worked OR residency & needed a pair to help my knees & feet. I ended up with Topos. The are not super cushioned, but the foot position with the cushion it has helped a ton! I’m also a LMT, & yoga instructor and do regular Lectrochi footbaths & massage & foot:calf stretches to help with pain. Great review young lady!
I love the Bondi 7. It is the best shoe for standing and walking all day. Unfortunately they changed the foam on Bondi 8. It is much harder, uncomfortable and tighter upper mesh((
I have a narrow foot and assics is my go to. Just like Hockas you need to get the right style for your foot. Assics does sell them in wide and depending on your specific foot need the price varies, but they are around the Hocka price range.
I've tried Sketchers walking shoes and though they're comfortable, they don't last long before the sole starts to thin out. I have switched to running shoes now. More expensive but they last much longer.
I use Adidas Ultraboost 20 for work,they are the most comfortable shoes ever,and they last years.I also have 4 other pairs in different colours(all Ultraboost 20 and DNA)for daily walk in the city,holidays where u need to walk alot all day,small hikes,I love the Ultraboost,I wear them every day, everywhere 😊
Brooks 'Ghost Max' are the most comfortable for long hours on your feet!!! You truly feel like you are walking clouds. I had foot pain so bad that it was causing me severe leg and back pain as well. 'Ghost Max' is simply awesome !!! Also, if someone can't afford the whole price up front, you can choose from Klarna and another one where you make small payments. Klarna made it so easy to afford great shoes!!!!
I noticed a big difference between the Glycerin 19 and the Glycerin GTS 19. The GTS have the stability guide rails (I overpronate so it makes a big difference) and I recommend everyone try both the Glycerin and Glycerin GTS when trying Brooks.
You are correct about Hoka. The buyer needs to buy the correct style for them. I found the arch too high and it caused my heel to drop too low/deep into the heel cup and pulled on my calf. But they are comfortable.
I had a pair of asics that I wore during my externship in the ICU and when I tell you my feet were pulsing and pounding at the end of the day.. it was BAD. I could feel it into the next morning. Even with compression socks my feet HURT. I bought the croc tennis shoes and my foot pain went significantly down. I just invested in the brooks adrenaline gts 22 shoes. I bought them in 2e wide and they are the most comfortable shoe I've ever worn. I'm interested to try hokas and on clouds as well. I see a lot of people wearing on clouds at my hospital and they all love them.
I was a die-hard ASICS Kayano fan for years, until the last two models. Hurt my feet. Now I have a pair of Hoka’s and New Balance. Love them both. Plus two pair of Dansko clogs. I alternate everyday. As an X-ray tech and two foot surgeries, I don’t mess around anymore with my feet hurting. I budget for new (athletic) shoes ever 3-4 months. And my feet are happy for it.
I had been wearing the ASICS Kayano’s for over 12 years. They have been awful for the past 2-3 models. Im so disappointed as it has been a reliable shoe for me for so long.
I may consider hoka one bondi 7, i have fibromyalgia and very weak muscles so i need a healthy and medical shoes, i ordered nike invincible run for now but I’ll buy hoka next its seems very good for foot problems Thank for the video honey.
I went from New Balance Fresh Foam to Hoka Bondi 8 Extra Wide version, I could not get the New Balance in a wide version in my country, like you I have a Bunion on my left feet, I walk a lot because I’m a Postman, with my new Hoka my pain is gone.😀
I had a pair of asics that KILLED my feet. My feet would pound at the end of my shift and be sore for days. They are good for exercising in but not for standing in all day. I learned that very quickly.
I am a retired respiratory therapist and stood on my feet for hours doing bronchoscopies and literally puting in 5 miles a day in the hospital doing abg's. I love the Glycerins but I need an orthotic! 6.5 wide. 🙂 The Brooks Ghost is also good! I have bunions!
I struggle to with the Hoka Bondin they were ok at the very first but not supportive enough. I live my traditional Dansko clog. I may try their sneaker. I need arch support for sure. The Hoka didn't give me enough support. Inhave medium to high arches.
Thank you for the review. clicked on your link anI bought the ASICS Women's Gel-Excite 7 Running Shoe for my mom today. Much appreciated for the recommendation.
You're right about the asics! I have usually loved ASICS and really wanted the gel excite and the gel contend to work for me but they do compress your foot especially if you have any width to the top of your foot. I have to re-lace mine really wide and low to be able to wear them all day.
Just bought my first pair after having a vein procedure done. Because I need blood going to my feet. So they killed off some of my veins. And since that. My legs hurt my ankles and my feet hurt. I super hope this will help. Just got today
My daughter recommended brook shoes because I have so much knee pain after just a few hours into my nursing shift. Then my feet starts hurting and nothing that I wear is comfortable. I got skechers go walk and Nike air. So glad to read good reviews on the brooks so I’m gonna go with those.
i get today the Brooks Adrenaline GTS 22 and Allbirds Tree Dasher. Iam a heavy man and they fit perfect and are very comfortable. I think to get the New Balance and Hoka Bondi.
My podiatrist is having me purchase either Hoka Arahi or Brooks ghost. Ghost all black looks better so I’m leaning towards those. Thanks for your review.
ASICS don’t last more then 6 months but they are the only shoes I can wear. GT 2000 and now Gek kayano. You have to trash them frequently but they do well at 2 pairs a year.
Good reviews ! Your right about the Hoka. The only ones I can wear. And I wish ASICS would make wide widths too. I would get them also. I also have a bunion and need the wide width.
Im on my feet 12 hrs a day and Bondi7 is it! but get two pairs so you can give one a rest for a week. Dont be cheap with shoes...its worth it! Hoka Gaviota 3 is also good ..and shes right Rincon is a nope! I will try the ugly brooks one day.
Finding a comfortable shoe is actually easy. Finding a good running shoe is much harder. You don't need responsiveness in the midsole for walking and standing as compared to running uphill. Most people are just lazy to make any effort to change the insole with something better. Shoe manufacturers just put very simple and cheap insoles expecting you to change them. If you bother to find a good and suitable insoles, many shoes can be made super comfortable. Don't waste money buying new shoes. Your existing shoes can be comfortable if you bother to change the insole
I absolutely HATE my hokas bondi 7. Going to get a new pair today. I have super flat, wide feet and it absolutely KILLED them, my ankles, knees, and calves were on fiiire
@@Xiiiiky2H i tried the brooks adrenaline 22. They’re alright, took forever to break in, but i wear em. I heard crocs are actually really comfortable and so i might try the “work” crocs
@@arymiddlebrook6697 I have the same issue, I’m an OT. I went with the Brooks Revel 5. They are actually on sale this weekend at D!cks sporting goods. I have plantar fasciitis and pretty flat feet. I got a pair for 67 bucks on clearance. So worth it! It’s interesting how all the Brooks fit a little differently. I tried on a bunch today. Hope you find a kind you like but my advice is to try the Revel type.
I went to the store and none of the Asics were comfortable. I have wide feet and even sizing up, the Asics were all so tight on my foot. I ended up purchasing the Brooks Adrenaline GTS 20 after trying many different Brooks styles. The Adrenaline 20s were the only ones that felt like clouds on my feet. I wear them for all 3 of my shifts and I work 3 in a row. I never have foot pain. I've been wanting to try HOKAs. My only hesitation is I'm clumsy/have bad balance and I'm afraid I'll twist my ankle. I used to do that in my Alegrias all the time. Those hurt my feet too.
I’m not a nurse or doctor but I am on my feet all day working with kids and I walk everywhere so not only do I need shoes that help me stand for long periods of time but also keep me comfortable when I walk to work and stuff.
Thank you for this!!! I am switching careers from Human Resources. I’m going to cosmetology school and I just started working at Target part time . Omg I haven’t worked in retail in YEARRRRRS (I’m 31). Idk how I wore Toms & vans for 8 hours when I was 19 🥴. My feet are crying by 4hrs now. My body is used to sitting at a desk lol I’ve been in corporate for so long. it’s totally different to be on your feet 100% of a shift. I can’t do the vans anymore. I’m definitely investing in some comfy wide width shoes
i just orderd a 2pair in all black (2 different sizes to make sure that i have the right size) My job is to inspect military objects and Im walking/standing allot the whole day. Im using my Ultraboost but my feet are starting to hurt at the end of the day. So after some research I have orderd these HOKA Bondi 7. I cant wait to try them!!
Try homeopathy from India..Dr p banerjee..your planter fasciitis will go away..will send you a phone number of a doctor incase you are interested..I had the same problem..he cured me completely in 9 months
I switched all my tennis shoes to Hokas. I absolutely love them. Brooks are nice but I still love my Bondis. I'm thinking of switching to men's shoes in the Hokas since they said that men's are wider that's the only difference. Sometimes you can't buy Hokas in wide, and sometimes you can. I've had plantar fasciitis and the Hoka Bondis helped SO much!
Thanks for the review. I just purchased the New Balance Fresh Foam More v3 shoe this evening (I should have it in hand or rather on foot in a few days). It has additional padding around the ankle that the Fresh Foam 1080v11 does not have. It also has thicker foam in the sole. People I've spoken with who switched to the More v3 from the 1080v11 like it better and say it's much more comfortable. I've had foot pronation problems, ankle laxity issues, as well as knee and hip pain that seem to be linked to shoes I've used. So, I'm really looking forward to trying out the More v3's.
The More V3s are incredible for walking and pavement running. My occasional plantar fascia pain is gone now. Also just bought a pair of the X More Trail V2 for rocky/uneven trail running and they're just as awesome.
Just bought ASICS contend 7. I’m normally a size 8.5 regular. I agree! They are super narrow and so I bought size 9.5 and they fit great and have ran in them twice, so far they’re great! I really want to try hoka before brooks heheh!
Ah thats exciting ! I might go and try on some other ones in a bigger size then 😂 The hokas are awesome but it definitely took me by surprise! I expected the brooks to be better based on first impressions lol
The Gel Contend ones I have are the best ones I have so far - the Gel Contend 5 to be exact; I bought them for my work back in 2019. I love the soles because they’re nice and bouncy and the uppers (though narrow) stretch to accommodate the width of my feet so they weren’t too tight for me. I don’t know what the Gel Contend 7 are like so I might give them a try. I also have the Gel Quantum 90 2 in black and rose gold - I love the soles but the uppers are way too tight. I like the look of the NB Fresh Foam though (I like the patterns on them - they look like something from the ocean 😝).
ASICS seems to have a theme of being narrow . The gel nimbus is fantastic. I have hoka bondi and 1080v11 and my gel nimbus is probably my ugliest shoe but it’s undeniably good Also I did get a half size larger on my ASICS
Would be worth trying Nike Invincible Run’s. I’ve had ultra boost before and these are much better. I know Nike isn’t usually know has offering great support/comfort for people on their feet lol day but trust me when I say these shoes ought to be near the top of your list.
Great video! Just unboxed new pair and reviewed the bindi 7’s I’ve been wearing for a year. Sharing in case you or anyone else watching is interested ❤️
More V3s are legit. Thats the most comfy right now. Hoka Bondi 7 too is awesome, just that the more v3s have a nicer upper. Asics gel is overrated for me.
Asics runs short, narrow and shallow. Go a sizer larger and wide. I have to go 1 full size larger and in 4E and it's still not really big enough. so. i don't do asics. and I'm not missing anything. NB and Hoka are where it's at. Altra and Topo for that low drop. and Ecco for classy and good looking shoes that fit right and last forever. I'd never get Brooks or brands like that because they are high heels... literally the offset between the front and back on all their shoes is like 12 mm. That's nuts. I don't do anything above 6 mm. NB and Hoka are 8 mm at most. Some are 2 mm and 3 mm.
So I can’t find the brooks glayceirene 19. The new ones good or bad ? And i recently got to know that there are shoes that can heal ur foot pain 😭😭😭 after joining the healthcare industry lol. Nothing matters only SHOES LOL. Please recommend me something sis. I’m a 10.5 with wide feet 🦶🏻. Budget is around $150-$160
Don't know if you're see this, or answer but asking anyway. Would you recommend the Hoka bondi 7 for knee/ hip osteoarthritis patients need to walk but so uncomfortable,
I have the Hokas and they are not working for me, got them to cut my hours to just 5 hrs a day and still my feet are killing me so bad I can hardly walk to my car afterwards.
Is it me, or were the more dense/harder soles on Athletic shoes from 10-15 years ago more comfortable and supportive. These thick white spongy soles are too spongy and offer minimal support for your body. I believe they started using this thick white sole to save money in production, but they are not the best for us (support wise) and soften/wear quickly. I’m thinking a chiropractor would agree.
Hello! 👋🏼 I’m super obsessed with shoes right now and I love these so much! I’m on the hunt for some leather shoes next and have Clove shoes coming in this weekend! Will definitely be filming that for y’all too 🥰 Do you have any other shoe recommendations?! ❤️
I wear the Bondi SR to clinical and iirc they're leather! They only come in black and white though. I've been wanting to try Cloves but I heard they're not as supportive and they tend to squeak. But the styles are so cute 😢
I heard about the SR but theyre sold out in my size 😭😭 I also heard those things about cloves but I couldn’t pass up the sale bc Im impulsive 😂
Brooks Addiction Walker Neutral leather shoes are the most comfortable for me as a nurse, especially for long 16 hour shifts with lots of steps(up to 15,000 per shift), I also have the Bondi 7 as my favorite leisure shoes, but not for work, they are too soft, your legs ache by the end of the shift, I need good quality water/liquid proof shoes, the Brooks are very high quality, last for years.
Hoka also have the Bondi SR which I think could be even better, unfortunately they don't come in a wide size, they are too narrow for me sadly.
Girl, New Balance Fresh Foam More V3, their soooo much softer than Bondi 7s. I have both and the More V3 is like a foot massage. But their hard to find in stock.
You MUST try NB Rebel v3 in a few month, the v2 is AMAZING. Also Skechers Maxroad 5.
Oddly enough there are literally very very few videos or information on women's standing shoes , especially on a budget there are none
yea ofc because being broke is literally one long emergency that never ends in the US. Good luck with that. Id suggest you make your budget $100 and just the old version of these $170 shoes when the new ones come out and they always go on sale for $100. You will be better off than going through 2 or 3 $40 shoes that are nowhere near as good. if you want the best value, you could try China. You can for sure order very decent and comfy shoes from China for $50.
You get what you pay for
Instantly I can tell you actually know what you're talking about when it comes to shoes and I love this video for it. This is probably the highest quality and most informative video I've watched on work shoes.
Most people who suggest shoes for working long hours will suggest by brand, not by style. I've heard people say ON running shoes were too stiff or didn't have enough cushion. When they show what shoes they wore, they often show something like the Cloud X or the Cloud 5. These are cross trainers and casual shoes respectively. They are not meant for being worn for more than a mile or so, and certainly not even for 4-hour long shifts. It is important to understand that while certain shoe brands tend to create high-quality shoes, they create shoe models that are intended for different purposes.
What people don't understand when they don't do their research is that every shoe manufacturer creates the same kinds of shoes. For example, the Hoka Bondi can be compared to the ON Cloudmonster, the Brooks Glycerin, the Asics Nimbus, or the New Balance More. These are all Max-Cushion shoes designed for long runs/work shifts.
Additionally, it's also important to note that these manufacturers make stability shoes that have firmer material on the medial part of the midsole. This is designed for people with flat/low arches that overpronate. However, for those that pronate normally, this will give unwanted support and lead to foot pain. If you do have flat arches or plantar fasciitis, opt for a stability shoe such as the Gaviota, Arahi, Cloudflyer, Cloudrunner, Kayano, GT2000, Glycerin GTS, or the Adrenaline GTS. If you really want a max cushion shoe but you have flat feet, then that shoe needs to be supplemented with an arch-support-insole.
Thank you for providing high-quality information.
PS I love you for pronouncing Hoka One One the way it's supposed to be pronounced in Maori.
I would also like to add that you may want to look into the Bondi SR. It's a dedicated Nurse/Kitchen shoe that is nearly identical to the Bondi 8, however, it is slip resistant and has water-resistant material on the upper.
@@frederichauge9032 this was extremely helpful thank you!
I work at a busy walkin clinic & finally bought Hoka's. Not only are my feet better, my lower back pain has lessened.
I am a nurse and been one for 22 years and tried so many different kinds of shoes and they still always hurt my feet until wearing the Brooks Glycerin the last few years. I agree most of all the nurses I know go with Brooks Glycerin. My feet never hurt after wearing them 12 hours. Will always be a Brooks Glycerin Girl 😊 I just ordered The Brooks Glycerin 20 GTS and excited to try them out!
Can't go wrong with Brooks glycerin shoes...I jog 25 to 30 miles a week...at a bodyweight of about 215 pounds and love the glycerin running shoes..
Loveeeeee the glycerin 20s! ❤
How do they compare to the Ghost? I have a ghost and am debating making the switch to the Glycerin 21.
@@robertl6442I found glycerine are much more comfortable than the ghost. I had ghost one time and they don't come close with comfort.
I tried the 21s and they actually hurt my feet
I work at Chick-fil-A, that requires a LOT of standing, walking, running, etc. I’m required to wear leather nonslip shoes which offer zero support and have no cushioning, and I would come home with stabbing pains in my feet. That’s until i discovered compression socks and insoles (specifically the ones for plantar fasciitis) I’m not even exaggerating when I say it changed my life. I haven’t had any pain in my feet since.
Sad part my compression socks are not really working anymore for me.
which insole do you use?
My wife is on her feet in a hospital lab all day. She bought the Glycerins last year to run the NYC Marathon in, then spent the entire full year after wearing them at the lab. She just boug a new pair of the same!
Appreciate this video, while I don't work in nursing but my daily life just involves a lot of walking around, and it's always good to find a pair of comfy life shoes where you know you can return home and your feet are a wrangled mess of pain and blisters. I know people find Ultra Boost and other shoes really have that soft cushiony feel, I feel like too much of that can actually make my feet hurt more as it almost feels like your feet sink through and your feet end up still feeling like you hit a flat hard surface. The other issue can be that while that cushiony feeling may last a day or 2, sometimes that stuff wears out . I know for me with the ultra boost it feel comfortable at first and then gets flat. I had to find a shoe which had a balance of a good cushion, that was firm enough where it didn't feel my feet sunk straight through. I currently use the New Balance 990v5 (which currently does the job for me quite well), but was gonna ask with the Hoka Bondi 7 how are they holding after after using them for a while?
I've been a nurse for 7 years (and an orderly for 3 years prior to that) and just got essentially the same recommendations for shoes as you're giving from my chiropodist! I'm glad you've figured out early into your career what has taken me a decade! I think I'll definitely be trying out the bondi 7 soon :)
Don’t do it. They’re painful. I have a pair. After two months of limping to my car after 12 hrs, I am on the search for a new shie
I'm sending my bondi 8 wide back !! Terrible pain near my arch. 😢
I had a lot of pain in my feet and legs from my Nikes and Hoka Arahi at the end of a long shift. I dusted off my older clunky Bondi 7 and started using them as a recovery shoe and my pain is next to none at the end of the day. Don’t mess around with other shoes, Bondi is where it’s at. Yes, they’re clunky, not my preferred running shoe, but for those of us who stand 10-12 hours a day, these shoes will save your feet.
Agreeed! I’m a heavy set woman and use to wear Frankie 4’s for a long time and I had sore heels every single shift. Whereas the Hoka Bondi 7’s give me nearly no pain! Absolutely love them and will be stocking up on some 😂
would you say they’re a good slip resistant shoe??
My fiancé bought me a pair as a graduation gift when I finished nursing school. I’m practically limping to my car after 12 hr shift. I hate them.
Watching this because i will go to a concert as a standee hahaha trusting our nurses opinion in these types of shoes 💪
These are primarily all running shoes and each has its own type of run. The hokas are super cushioned for long comfortable runs vs the others were more pacing and short term runs hence why you had discomfort on a 12 hour shift on your feet.
I love Skechers, the styles that have the cooling memory foam and arch support. Around $60. Also have a pair of Vionics, they are pretty comfy too. My biggest gripe with sneakers these days is the popular style with flared soles, sticking out much wider than the uppers. So ugly. And they make your feet look bigger.
Seems you are less practical kind of person
I worked OR residency & needed a pair to help my knees & feet. I ended up with Topos. The are not super cushioned, but the foot position with the cushion it has helped a ton! I’m also a LMT, & yoga instructor and do regular Lectrochi footbaths & massage & foot:calf stretches to help with pain. Great review young lady!
I love the Bondi 7. It is the best shoe for standing and walking all day. Unfortunately they changed the foam on Bondi 8. It is much harder, uncomfortable and tighter upper mesh((
I have a narrow foot and assics is my go to. Just like Hockas you need to get the right style for your foot. Assics does sell them in wide and depending on your specific foot need the price varies, but they are around the Hocka price range.
For walking all day, you want to consider skechers, and even crocs. Yeah some people find them horrible but theyre also very comfy
I've tried Sketchers walking shoes and though they're comfortable, they don't last long before the sole starts to thin out. I have switched to running shoes now. More expensive but they last much longer.
Sketchers suck
I use Adidas Ultraboost 20 for work,they are the most comfortable shoes ever,and they last years.I also have 4 other pairs in different colours(all Ultraboost 20 and DNA)for daily walk in the city,holidays where u need to walk alot all day,small hikes,I love the Ultraboost,I wear them every day, everywhere 😊
Brooks 'Ghost Max' are the most comfortable for long hours on your feet!!! You truly feel like you are walking clouds. I had foot pain so bad that it was causing me severe leg and back pain as well. 'Ghost Max' is simply awesome !!! Also, if someone can't afford the whole price up front, you can choose from Klarna and another one where you make small payments. Klarna made it so easy to afford great shoes!!!!
Have you got the ghost Max 2 yet? Do you like them?
I noticed a big difference between the Glycerin 19 and the Glycerin GTS 19.
The GTS have the stability guide rails (I overpronate so it makes a big difference) and I recommend everyone try both the Glycerin and Glycerin GTS when trying Brooks.
You are correct about Hoka. The buyer needs to buy the correct style for them. I found the arch too high and it caused my heel to drop too low/deep into the heel cup and pulled on my calf. But they are comfortable.
I had a pair of asics that I wore during my externship in the ICU and when I tell you my feet were pulsing and pounding at the end of the day.. it was BAD. I could feel it into the next morning. Even with compression socks my feet HURT. I bought the croc tennis shoes and my foot pain went significantly down. I just invested in the brooks adrenaline gts 22 shoes. I bought them in 2e wide and they are the most comfortable shoe I've ever worn. I'm interested to try hokas and on clouds as well. I see a lot of people wearing on clouds at my hospital and they all love them.
I work as a caregiver and I don’t drive .so I walk a lot everywhere .
I was a die-hard ASICS Kayano fan for years, until the last two models. Hurt my feet. Now I have a pair of Hoka’s and New Balance. Love them both. Plus two pair of Dansko clogs. I alternate everyday. As an X-ray tech and two foot surgeries, I don’t mess around anymore with my feet hurting. I budget for new (athletic) shoes ever 3-4 months. And my feet are happy for it.
I had been wearing the ASICS Kayano’s for over 12 years. They have been awful for the past 2-3 models. Im so disappointed as it has been a reliable shoe for me for so long.
Which New Balances do you have ?
wow i’m looking up which to buy because i’m am xray tech as well and OR primarily. so your comment really just made me smile. ❤
Asics horrible shoes..had a very bad experience..
Im not a nurse but my mom is a retired nurse of like 35 years. We both love Hokas
I may consider hoka one bondi 7, i have fibromyalgia and very weak muscles so i need a healthy and medical shoes, i ordered nike invincible run for now but I’ll buy hoka next its seems very good for foot problems
Thank for the video honey.
I have every pair of shoes in this video and I completely agree with your ratings of them.
I went from New Balance Fresh Foam to Hoka Bondi 8 Extra Wide version, I could not get the New Balance in a wide version in my country, like you I have a Bunion on my left feet, I walk a lot because I’m a Postman, with my new Hoka my pain is gone.😀
Hoka Bondi 7 the best shoes ever I also have a bad pain in my foot my knee and after wearing Hoka I am in love with them
Ascis shoes are cute but they hurt my feet. I will try Hoka one bondi. Thanks for the list.
I had a pair of asics that KILLED my feet. My feet would pound at the end of my shift and be sore for days. They are good for exercising in but not for standing in all day. I learned that very quickly.
I am a retired respiratory therapist and stood on my feet for hours doing bronchoscopies and literally puting in 5 miles a day in the hospital doing abg's. I love the Glycerins but I need an orthotic! 6.5 wide. 🙂 The Brooks Ghost is also good! I have bunions!
Not a nurse but I have the Nike Invincible Run. Super comfortable to run it so I would imagine its a great casual shoe.
Just bought these last week and Holy crap!!! Has to be one of the most comfortable shoes I've ever worn
I struggle to with the Hoka Bondin they were ok at the very first but not supportive enough. I live my traditional Dansko clog. I may try their sneaker. I need arch support for sure. The Hoka didn't give me enough support. Inhave medium to high arches.
Thank you for the review. clicked on your link anI bought the ASICS Women's Gel-Excite 7 Running Shoe for my mom today. Much appreciated for the recommendation.
You're right about the asics! I have usually loved ASICS and really wanted the gel excite and the gel contend to work for me but they do compress your foot especially if you have any width to the top of your foot. I have to re-lace mine really wide and low to be able to wear them all day.
It’s exactly the size or order bigger or c smaller size
have you tried their wide fit?
Can you make a video featuring the best shoe deals available right now?
Also review Gel cumulus or Gel nimbus line instead of Gel excite . Thanks❤️
Just bought my first pair after having a vein procedure done. Because I need blood going to my feet. So they killed off some of my veins. And since that. My legs hurt my ankles and my feet hurt. I super hope this will help. Just got today
My daughter recommended brook shoes because I have so much knee pain after just a few hours into my nursing shift. Then my feet starts hurting and nothing that I wear is comfortable. I got skechers go walk and Nike air. So glad to read good reviews on the brooks so I’m gonna go with those.
i get today the Brooks Adrenaline GTS 22 and Allbirds Tree Dasher. Iam a heavy man and they fit perfect and are very comfortable. I think to get the New Balance and Hoka Bondi.
I wear Hykes Pinnacle and love them. Super comfy.
So many people have wide feet why would ASICS make their shoes narrow🥲🤦♀️this is why we appreciate your thorough reviews
My podiatrist is having me purchase either Hoka Arahi or Brooks ghost. Ghost all black looks better so I’m leaning towards those. Thanks for your review.
Hoka One One Bondi 7 Are TREMENDOUS!
ASICS don’t last more then 6 months but they are the only shoes I can wear. GT 2000 and now Gek kayano. You have to trash them frequently but they do well at 2 pairs a year.
Both my pair of asics lasted for 3 months only..and the 3rd pair for hardly 7..8..months..the company is cheating people all over the world
Good reviews ! Your right about the Hoka. The only ones I can wear. And I wish ASICS would make wide widths too. I would get them also. I also have a bunion and need the wide width.
Im on my feet 12 hrs a day and Bondi7 is it! but get two pairs so you can give one a rest for a week. Dont be cheap with shoes...its worth it! Hoka Gaviota 3 is also good ..and shes right Rincon is a nope! I will try the ugly brooks one day.
BTW Bondi 8 is out!!!!
Been using adidas ultra boost for 2 yrs now.expensive but worth it.
Nurse here working 12 hrs love my hokas
Finding a comfortable shoe is actually easy. Finding a good running shoe is much harder. You don't need responsiveness in the midsole for walking and standing as compared to running uphill. Most people are just lazy to make any effort to change the insole with something better. Shoe manufacturers just put very simple and cheap insoles expecting you to change them. If you bother to find a good and suitable insoles, many shoes can be made super comfortable. Don't waste money buying new shoes. Your existing shoes can be comfortable if you bother to change the insole
I agree. My only issue with using another pair of insoles is that they tighten my shoes especially if I can't remove the glued insole of my shoes.
I absolutely HATE my hokas bondi 7. Going to get a new pair today. I have super flat, wide feet and it absolutely KILLED them, my ankles, knees, and calves were on fiiire
This is my problem, wide, flat feet.
@Ary what did u go for? thanks
@@Xiiiiky2H i tried the brooks adrenaline 22. They’re alright, took forever to break in, but i wear em. I heard crocs are actually really comfortable and so i might try the “work” crocs
@@arymiddlebrook6697 I have the same issue, I’m an OT. I went with the Brooks Revel 5. They are actually on sale this weekend at D!cks sporting goods. I have plantar fasciitis and pretty flat feet. I got a pair for 67 bucks on clearance. So worth it! It’s interesting how all the Brooks fit a little differently. I tried on a bunch today. Hope you find a kind you like but my advice is to try the Revel type.
Love your video, nice topic
Wish more reviewers would talk about comfortably shoes for long standing at work or in general
I went to the store and none of the Asics were comfortable. I have wide feet and even sizing up, the Asics were all so tight on my foot. I ended up purchasing the Brooks Adrenaline GTS 20 after trying many different Brooks styles. The Adrenaline 20s were the only ones that felt like clouds on my feet. I wear them for all 3 of my shifts and I work 3 in a row. I never have foot pain. I've been wanting to try HOKAs. My only hesitation is I'm clumsy/have bad balance and I'm afraid I'll twist my ankle. I used to do that in my Alegrias all the time. Those hurt my feet too.
My feet are hurt to the point where I’m gonna immediately go for hoka…. Not even considering other options
Thank you very much for real
How do you like them?
Update?
I’m not a nurse or doctor but I am on my feet all day working with kids and I walk everywhere so not only do I need shoes that help me stand for long periods of time but also keep me comfortable when I walk to work and stuff.
Thank you for this!!! I am switching careers from Human Resources. I’m going to cosmetology school and I just started working at Target part time . Omg I haven’t worked in retail in YEARRRRRS (I’m 31). Idk how I wore Toms & vans for 8 hours when I was 19 🥴. My feet are crying by 4hrs now. My body is used to sitting at a desk lol I’ve been in corporate for so long. it’s totally different to be on your feet 100% of a shift. I can’t do the vans anymore. I’m definitely investing in some comfy wide width shoes
the asics nimbus 25 is the best from them they are the most comfortable and the 26 has a wider toe base but the Nimbus is not narrow
This is the one! Most comfortable shoes I ever owned.
i just orderd a 2pair in all black (2 different sizes to make sure that i have the right size)
My job is to inspect military objects and Im walking/standing allot the whole day. Im using my Ultraboost but my feet are starting to hurt at the end of the day. So after some research I have orderd these HOKA Bondi 7.
I cant wait to try them!!
Same here! Mine are Ultraboost and my legs hurt so bad
I’m going for hoka
Tell me if you found another comfortable shoes
I’m an OT, I love Brooks Revel 5. I have flat feet with plantar fasciitis. If I wear any other kind my feet hurt. If I wear these, I’m good to go.
Try homeopathy from India..Dr p banerjee..your planter fasciitis will go away..will send you a phone number of a doctor incase you are interested..I had the same problem..he cured me completely in 9 months
I switched all my tennis shoes to Hokas. I absolutely love them. Brooks are nice but I still love my Bondis. I'm thinking of switching to men's shoes in the Hokas since they said that men's are wider that's the only difference. Sometimes you can't buy Hokas in wide, and sometimes you can. I've had plantar fasciitis and the Hoka Bondis helped SO much!
Great video! Very informative with great personal opinions. Love it!
Thanks for the review. I just purchased the New Balance Fresh Foam More v3 shoe this evening (I should have it in hand or rather on foot in a few days). It has additional padding around the ankle that the Fresh Foam 1080v11 does not have. It also has thicker foam in the sole. People I've spoken with who switched to the More v3 from the 1080v11 like it better and say it's much more comfortable. I've had foot pronation problems, ankle laxity issues, as well as knee and hip pain that seem to be linked to shoes I've used. So, I'm really looking forward to trying out the More v3's.
The More V3s are incredible for walking and pavement running. My occasional plantar fascia pain is gone now. Also just bought a pair of the X More Trail V2 for rocky/uneven trail running and they're just as awesome.
Have you ever tried the New Balance 990 or 993? Just wondered if you thought they reduced foot pain more than or comparable to the Hoka Bondi. Thanks!
Skechers ultramax cushion all the way... cheaper shoes but top of the line comfortwise...
I work 8-10 in a restaurant and have had a spinal fusion. I love hokas but prefer the Clifton over the Bondi. I do have both.
Great job! Thank you for the comparisons. Well done video too!
Great review!
Just bought ASICS contend 7. I’m normally a size 8.5 regular. I agree! They are super narrow and so I bought size 9.5 and they fit great and have ran in them twice, so far they’re great! I really want to try hoka before brooks heheh!
Ah thats exciting ! I might go and try on some other ones in a bigger size then 😂 The hokas are awesome but it definitely took me by surprise! I expected the brooks to be better based on first impressions lol
The Gel Contend ones I have are the best ones I have so far - the Gel Contend 5 to be exact; I bought them for my work back in 2019. I love the soles because they’re nice and bouncy and the uppers (though narrow) stretch to accommodate the width of my feet so they weren’t too tight for me. I don’t know what the Gel Contend 7 are like so I might give them a try. I also have the Gel Quantum 90 2 in black and rose gold - I love the soles but the uppers are way too tight. I like the look of the NB Fresh Foam though (I like the patterns on them - they look like something from the ocean 😝).
ASICS seems to have a theme of being narrow . The gel nimbus is fantastic. I have hoka bondi and 1080v11 and my gel nimbus is probably my ugliest shoe but it’s undeniably good
Also I did get a half size larger on my ASICS
FYI, the Novablast is not at all narrow. They fit me perfectly and I had the Bondi in wide.
hey ! how would u compare hoka bondi to new balance 1080 thanks
i agree, the gel nimbus are really good
Agreed the nimbus run half a size small compared to the other Asics. Never tried the novablast though
Have you tried the Nike Air Zoom Pulse? They said they were specifically made for hospital staff.
Try New Balance Rebel V2. Runner's say it's too soft for running.
Asics Nimbus 25 are my favorite!
I been wearing the glycerin 20s for 9 month's now and been loving them.... been wondering if i should buy em again or if i should try another 😅
Agree on Hoka Bondi 7 and NB 1080. Have you tried any Saucony shoes?
Would be worth trying Nike Invincible Run’s. I’ve had ultra boost before and these are much better. I know Nike isn’t usually know has offering great support/comfort for people on their feet lol day but trust me when I say these shoes ought to be near the top of your list.
Great video! Just unboxed new pair and reviewed the bindi 7’s I’ve been wearing for a year. Sharing in case you or anyone else watching is interested ❤️
May I know your thoughts on oncloud shoes? Thanks 😊
More V3s are legit. Thats the most comfy right now. Hoka Bondi 7 too is awesome, just that the more v3s have a nicer upper. Asics gel is overrated for me.
Asics runs short, narrow and shallow. Go a sizer larger and wide. I have to go 1 full size larger and in 4E and it's still not really big enough. so. i don't do asics. and I'm not missing anything. NB and Hoka are where it's at. Altra and Topo for that low drop. and Ecco for classy and good looking shoes that fit right and last forever. I'd never get Brooks or brands like that because they are high heels... literally the offset between the front and back on all their shoes is like 12 mm. That's nuts. I don't do anything above 6 mm. NB and Hoka are 8 mm at most. Some are 2 mm and 3 mm.
Love your shoe collection xxx
Good video but what kind of foot pain are you talking about? What are best shoes for overpronators?
Me and my wife swear by the Puma RS-X line... All day comfort
I do find them heavy though
Brooks are extremely comfortable but don’t last long enough for the money. Hoka me please!
Crocs are my go to when allowed but some places are strict
So I can’t find the brooks glayceirene 19. The new ones good or bad ? And i recently got to know that there are shoes that can heal ur foot pain 😭😭😭 after joining the healthcare industry lol. Nothing matters only SHOES LOL. Please recommend me something sis. I’m a 10.5 with wide feet 🦶🏻. Budget is around $150-$160
Brooks has several colors of the glycerin now
Crocs On The Clock. Lightweight affordable, incredibly for 12 hours. Only issue is your feet don't breathe well.
Don't know if you're see this, or answer but asking anyway. Would you recommend the Hoka bondi 7 for knee/ hip osteoarthritis patients need to walk but so uncomfortable,
Was about to order the Hoka Clifton till this video, gonna try the ones you got. Thanks for this review! 🤍
Have you tried KURU? I'm curious as I heard they are comparable to Hoka and maybe better...!? Expensive tho!!
btw you are so pretty, looks like gal gadot and a popular actress here in the philippines
Are the hokas comfy right out of the box ?
Thanks for reviews❤
Nike invincible run, new balance rebel v2, asics nimbus 24 are also kind on feet
I have the Hokas and they are not working for me, got them to cut my hours to just 5 hrs a day and still my feet are killing me so bad I can hardly walk to my car afterwards.
Is it me, or were the more dense/harder soles on Athletic shoes from 10-15 years ago more comfortable and supportive. These thick white spongy soles are too spongy and offer minimal support for your body. I believe they started using this thick white sole to save money in production, but they are not the best for us (support wise) and soften/wear quickly. I’m thinking a chiropractor would agree.
I would have also tried the New Balance Freshfoam More V3 and Saucony Triumph 19. I don't like the new heel design for the New Balance v11.
I tried the Asics and even though I sized up half a size the still put the squeeze on my toes. It is just something about the way they are cut.
Exactly! I was wondering why that was happening
Ugh I still don't know what one to get😫😫. what camera are you using to shoot? The video quality is really good
I think that the ultra boost are way better no comparison and I walk 6 miles every day after work
Thank you so much for this video! Also, random side note but I LOVE your wall color behind you!! 💗