Fitness shoes New Balance
Our New Balance page showcases the training shoes from the American brand, which originated from making arch supports and is known for its multiple widths and cushioning foams, along with our tips for choosing a stable and comfortable indoor shoe.
Custom fit, from Boston to the gym.
A brand born from comfort
New Balance was founded in 1906 in Boston, where it manufactured arch supports and orthopedic shoes to improve balance and comfort for people standing all day. Its name evokes this new balance. This expertise in foot support led it to running shoes and then training shoes. The brand is known for its multiple widths: the same model often comes in several widths, a rarity appreciated by those with wide or narrow feet.
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Cushioning and stability
New Balance has developed its own cushioning foams, such as Fresh Foam, soft and comfortable, or FuelCell, which is more dynamic, used in its running and training shoes. For the gym, the training shoe focuses on a flatter, more stable sole that keeps the foot grounded during weight-bearing exercises, and on a sole that grips during lateral movements and jumps in group classes.
Choosing the right one
Take advantage of the widths offered by New Balance to find a perfect fit: not too tight, which compresses the toes, and not too loose, which lets the foot slide. For weightlifting, stability is key; for cardio and group classes, lightness and cushioning at the front are preferred. Try on your shoe at the end of the day, with sports socks, and reserve it for the gym to preserve its sole.
Good deals
Good deals can also be found in the good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, and Black Friday. The new arrivals feature the latest collections, and items shipped within 24 hours are prepared and dispatched in 24 hours. The big events of the year follow a stable order: Black Friday at the end of autumn, the holiday season, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, followed by the summer sales and back to school.
Frequently asked questions
Why does New Balance offer several widths of shoes?
The brand, founded in 1906 in Boston by making arch supports, has inherited true expertise in foot shape. Its multiple widths allow both wide and narrow feet to find an accurate fit without compression or looseness.
Is a New Balance running shoe suitable for the gym?
Not really: its thick cushioning and high sole make it unstable during lunges, lateral jumps, and weight work. A training shoe, which is flatter and more stable, provides a better base on the floor.
Which New Balance shoe for group classes?
Choose a training model with moderate cushioning at the forefoot for jumps, a sole that grips on the floor of the gym, and good lateral support for direction changes.
How to find your size with New Balance?
Try the shoe on at the end of the day with sports socks, leaving a little space in front of the big toe. If your foot is wide, the correct width helps avoid size increases that would cause the heel to slip.
What is the difference between women's and men's fitness shoes?
Women's models are designed on a narrower last at the heel and are often lighter, with unique colours. The function remains the same: stability, grip, and cushioning tailored to gym exercises.
