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5 Best Running Shoes by Foot Shape (2025 Guide)
💡 Which Foot Shape Are You?
Finding the perfect running shoe starts with your foot shape! Egyptian, Greek, Celtic, Roman — each shape affects how a shoe should fit. A bad match causes blisters, knee pain, and injuries. But the right fit? Total running joy!
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5 Foot Shapes, 5 Shoe Solutions
No more guessing. Here's what works in 2025, based on shape, cushioning, and stability.
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Match Foot Shape to Shoe Type
Foot Shape | Best Shoe | Key Feature | Price |
---|---|---|---|
Egyptian | Nike Pegasus 41 | Narrow, Cushioned | $140 |
Greek | HOKA Clifton 10 | Wide Toebox | $145 |
Celtic/German | Altra Paradigm 7 | Extra-Wide Toebox | $170 |
Roman | New Balance 1080 v13 | Widest Fit Available | $165 |
Pronation Match | Brooks / Saucony | Stability / Neutral | $140–$160 |
What's Your Foot Type?
A. Egyptian - Tapered toes, Nike Pegasus 41 for me
B. Greek - Longer second toe, HOKA Clifton 10 vibes
C. Celtic/German - Wide forefoot, Altra Paradigm 7 it is
D. Roman - Square toes, New Balance 1080 v13 all the way
E. I’m testing all 5—Perfect fit, here I come!
Tapered toes with long big toe? (Egyptian) Second toe longer than big toe? (Greek) Wide forefoot with short toes? (Celtic/German) All toes nearly the same length? (Roman) Lace up right. A better run starts from the ground up!