Medium Cushion Shoes

Max cushion running shoes are all the rage right now, but they may not be right for everyone. Medium cushion shoes are an excellent choice for many runners, providing plenty of comfort for long runs while offering a closer-to-the-ground feel, better responsiveness, and helping reduce the risk of tripping. If you enjoy a more grounded, agile ride or want to feel every stride, check out our recommended medium cushion running shoes below.

As the lightest shoe of the bunch, the PUMA Velocity 4 is our favorite choice for picking up the pace. It's not just the low weight that stands out. The energetic ride also had us smiling at fast paces. But the overall comfort at normal paces is what tipped the scales in favor of this being our most versatile winner.

Despite being one of the lighter medium cushion shoes, we have found the Mount to Coast R1 to be extremely durable. It has earned a cult following among ultra distance road runners. Arguably the smoothest riding medium cushion shoe, the R1 glides along. But it's not just a high mileage muncher; it also feels great at faster paces.

Year-in and year-out, the Brooks Ghost is one of the best selling running shoes. The Ghost 17 is worthy of it's fine legacy, continuing to deliver on-foot comfort and widely regarded as one of the best fitting running shoes available. With its reilable cushioning, it's our top choice for the beginner runner seeking dependable performance.