As someone who logs around 20,000 steps a day as I commute on foot around New York City, I know better than anyone the importance of a trusty pair of walking shoes. That’s why our editors spoke with experts and wear-tested several different sneaker styles, to bring you the best walking shoes for women. If you’re not sure where to start in your search for a new pair of walking shoes, begin with the basics: What kind of ground will you be doing a majority of your walking on, and what specific needs do your feet have? Ahead, you’ll find the best walking shoes for women, according to expert input from podiatrists, orthopedists, and personal trainers we interviewed. We also took editor testing (this list is filled with some of our personal favorites) and hours of researching specs and reading through customer reviews into consideration.