Even though they are more budget-friendly, the Nike Winflo 7 have some of the best arch support I’ve found.

She could try the Hoka Clifton 7. I have a normal arch and the high arch on the Cliftons has been giving me dumb blisters for the last month and a half.

I have medium arches but high volume in the mid foot and moreso on my right foot. adidas Boston 9 have been my favorite so far for fit.

I have high childhood ballerina arches, and I can't recommend doing a run test, survey,and insole fitting at a proper running shop.

I had the worst shin splints forever. Tried every x-trainer and low pro or Vibram around. Ended up with Brooks Adrenenline and hard insoles, and went from a PW to almost a runner in 4 months.

High arches as well! Get fitted. It’s going to be the best way to find the best shoe for your foot- you’ll likely need an insert as well, like others have said. I wear super feet inserts in my brooks and it keeps my arch supported and my foot from sliding in the shoe. Check out a fleet feet or another locally run shoe store :)

Most running stores will fit you free as long as you buy the shoes there.

Fleet feet does it for free

Oh. I have high arches, too.

Here's the two choices you have regarding shoes:

⁠You could be a ding-dong like me and listen to the advice of people on the internet who are not experts in shoes, buy shoes that someone suggests, lose two toenails, and never again be able to show your feet again in public... or....⁠You could do the smart thing and google "running store closest to me + ".

So, please don't listen to anyone on this subreddit who suggests shoes that you should try. We're not experts and we don't know your feet.

And if you take option #2—which I strongly advise—make sure you go to the store with enough time to try on shoes and get a running gait analysis.Shoe store tips:

• great running store rep will encourage you to NOT rush the purchase. They want you to feel your best in those shoes since you're using them for HIIT and not outdoor running or lifting.
• Don't try to squeeze in a store visit on a lunch break or if you have a car full of cranky, hungry kids with you. Trust me. I've also made that mistake.
• Try on AT LEAST five pairs of shoes. Really. You are an athlete making an investment in your time, your health, and your body. Be picky. (Source: Run Like A Mother.)
• You’ll probably do better trying on shoes later in the day when your feet are naturally more swollen. Also, take a pair of athletic socks with you.
• Do not feel intimidated: running store nerds just want to welcome you into their tribe and they are not going to think anything about your level of fitness. They just want you to be as passionate about activity as them
• If you have anxiety about going to a shoe store OR do not have access to a running store, I suggest the Brooks shoe finder. It’s ten questions to help narrow down what you should look for in a shoe. https://www.brooksrunning.com/en_us/shoefinder/

Hope this helps.

PS. I wear Brooks Adrenaline and also Brooks Revel. But, again, don't listen to me.PPS. The rower straps will leave dirty marks across your toes: if this will bother you, don’t go for lighter-colored shoes.

Go get fitted. I just went and got fitted with a scan of feet, pressure points, pronation, etc. Aetrex technology.

Get fitted and get insoles.

I bought a pair of shoes so it was included.

Once you get fitted, then you can buy shoes elsewhere

As someone who works in a running store, if you’ve got knee pain and pain under the ball of your foot in Nike Pegasus, I would recommend something like Asics Nimbus, NB 1080, Brooks Ghost Max. Anything with more foam, especially under the ball of your foot. Safest option is to go to a store where you can try multiple options.

I use Sole performance insoles for my high arches. It took quite a lot of time to wear in but the cork shapes to your foot. I'd recommend the thin ones because they take up more space than the standard insoles. I have a very old pair that are beyond use but were perfect. I find the new medium size too thick so probably going to do a thin pair.

High arches require support to take pressure off the balls of your feet. This can usually diagnosed by insoles wearing through on the balls of the feet quickly.

One solution is to use a highly cushioned shoes that allows the foot to "sink" in and have support throughout - also under the arch. This is what I personally do, Nike Pegasus (although not super cushioned) works for me.

The other option is to use insoles. Either bought or custom made (this is what I use in my work shoes for 8-10 hours a day).

Good luck!

I have very high arches and used to try to pick shoes with a lot of arch support and/or insoles with huge arch support. It always hurt. I also have slightly wide feet and a high instep. I’ve found in the last decade or so that I need to choose shoes with more room for my toes to splay and enough volume that the upper of the shoe isn’t forcing my arch down. If I have a good fit in those areas, I don’t actually need the arch support and am more comfortable without it. I’m sure that won’t be the case for everyone, but it could be something to consider if you try some other shoes.

Please post in the our dedicated sister sub r/AskRunningShoeGeeks for all personal questions or recommendation requests.

Thanks

Very high arch runner here. I was a Bondi user tried the 8 and didn't care for it and fell into the Nimbus 26 and love them. No issues here. Good luck.

I’m a pretty novice runner (about 12-15 mpw) but I also have high arches. A PT I went to years ago recommended insole supports as well- Spenco Total Support Max Shoe Insoles, Women’s 11-12/Men’s 10-11 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008CJNTI6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_xWrbFbN8FQ68Y

They’ve really helped me avoid injuries. I use them in my distance shoes (NB Vongos) currently.

My new speed shoes are ASIC Cumulus 22 which are supposed to be good for high arches, and I have felt okay doing shorter distances/speed workouts (<3 miles) without a special insole so far in them.

I have high arches and I run in Altras. They’re basically minimalist shoes. If you’re running regularly in them, especially if you run trails, your feet will toughen up, as long as your form and self-care are good. Your best best is to go to a running store and have them tell you what’s best for your feet.

I have ran in Asics, Hoka, and Saucony. I always use a supportive insole for my arches.

Runners with high arches are more prone to injury because of the rigid foot compared to someone with a neutral or flat foot. I’d recommend strengthening your foot and not putting your foot into anything with “support” or insoles in it because it will decrease the movement in your foot which you already have that problem with a pes cavus foot. I run in altras, I too have high arches but have strengthen my feet. I switched a lot of my daily footwear to minimalist shoes and shoes with no heel to toe drop (zero drop). I also worked on loosening up my calves and soleus during this process.

Edit: website/article to show that pes cavus is common known factor in higher injury rates because of the rigid structure

prevention of running injuries

I have pretty high arches, and wear Nike Pegasus 36’s in wide with an insole.

I prefer buying wide sizes, because Nike’s run pretty narrow anyway, but also it helps to relieve the pressure on the top of my foot at the tongue. I measure right on the edge of a D width on a brannock, but the extra width just helps out with my stupid high arch.

Doing hip, quad, and calf strengthening exercises has helped clear up some issues I had early on due to my high arches.

Mizuno seems to work well for me. I know they're less well known but they fit my high arch, wide toe feet well. My well and truly worn out wave rider 25s are super comfortable for just mooching around still.

Hoka Clifton’s are awesome

Have you tried going to a local running store and getting fitted? The staff at those places tend to be super helpful and knowledgeable, and you’re free to try on and walk around the store in as many pairs as needed.

Maybe the Saucony Tempus?

New Balance Fresh Foam More v3, New Balance 1080v12, New Balance 880v12. The More v3 is the biggest, then the 1080v12, and then the 880v12. I also have wide feet and typically buy 6E when it's available but I can fit into a few 4E shoes. I also have high arches.

I bought 2 pairs of More v3 last month for $75 each. I also bought 3 pairs of the 880v12 for $67 - these are not as soft as the More v3 but I like them for everyday running. The 1080v12 is $160 MSRP I think and it is hard to find at a discount but it works for me. Note that the amount of room can change with every version and I'm only recommended the More v3 and the other two in version 12 as I haven't tried the newer versions.

Topo, hands down the best!

I’m 4e, and can find extra wide but no built in support .

I have pretty high arches and I just got the Hoka Cliftons and they’re probably the best arch support I’ve ever had.

Hey fellow rugger 👋 I don’t think those are running shoes. Like you could run from you car to the store but not meant for distance. More “lifestyle”.

I like the Asics Nimbus and the Brooks Glycerin, and add insoles from Superfeet green if you need more support. I also suffer from arch pain.

I have high arches and usually like how asic gel feels. But try brooks glycerine, I really like how those feel for running.

Honestly?  Get the shoes that feel the best and add power step inserts (superfeet green aren’t high on me).  The insoles in running shoes are super cheap, which is fine if you have normal feet with no issues. 

Your inserts will last 2-3 pairs of running shoes. 

Just make sure to try the shoes and inserts on in the running store so you know what fits the best (aka get fitted!!)

I'd get custom insoles

ngl bro anything under $100 is not going to be the best option anymore

I have small narrow feet with extra high arches and wear Saucony Triumph 18 for road/paved and Saucony Exodus 11 for trail running. If you need added arch support, take out the original liner and use super feet green inserts. I have done this with lots of shoes because extreme arches are hard to accommodate.

Get fitted if you can. Preferably at a place that will let you test drive the shoes in the wild for a bit because treadmill running is not road/trail running. When you find what you like, you can get them on clearance at online warehouses. That's how I support my shoe habit.

But on that note, I have narrow feet with super high arches. But they aren't small. I'm a 9 in regular and 10 in running shoes. My favorite are Newtons Distance. Sadly most running stores don't carry them. Adidas Ultraboost a close second. Saucony's (I can't remember the model) third.

I used to love Brooks Ghost but the quality just isn't there.

Here are the shoes that not even a heel lock with keep them in place: ON, Hokas, and Asics.

I have super small feet and run in Saucony Kinvaras, size 5. They’re usually only $60-70 on Amazon. I agree with others in this thread that it would be helpful to go to a running store, though!

You should go to a running store to get fitted for shoes. The internet can provide suggestions but nothing will be as good as someone who watches you run and walk.

I have high arches and have found running in Brooks Adrenaline’s with Superfeet Green insoles to be the winning combo for me! The nice thing about the Brooks is they come out with new shoes each year and you can get the previous year’s model on sale for like $80. Nothing will beat getting a custom fit though, so if you have the opportunity I’d suggest doing that!