Are there good shoes... cheap?

I've gotten walking shoes at PayLess that were pretty comfy, and they have wide sizes, too (which I needed). They weren't real leather but that's actually better if you ever go out when it's wet.

Do you plan to use these sneakers for running?? If so I know it may be a stretch for you now, but you really shouldn't skim on your running shoes because you may purchase a sneaker that doesn't provide the support you need for your running style, which can do more harm then good. I would also recommend going to a running store, have your feet measured/analyzed and maybe they have something on sale.. You never know unless you check. If not take the names of the recommended sneakers and google them, maybe you can get them cheaper online. Hope this helps!!:flowerforyou:

I stand by New Balance as well and although they can run up to $100 new, I've gotten them on sale for as low as $25. I recently bought a pair of Avia's on sale for $40 and they are really comfortable to work out in. Check shoe outlet store. Do you have Altiers, Famous Footwear or DSW in your ares?

I walk, (dn't run)but Ryka is pretty good. I usually wear Nike, my foot is narrow. Outlet mall may have some bargains. You want decent support.

A couple of months ago I left my "good" running shoes at work so I didn't have any shoes to work out in on Saturday. I decided to run and get me a "cheap" pair of shoes from Walmart on my way to the gym and figured it wouldn't matter since i was just for temporary use. It made a huge difference. After working out in them over the weekend my arches hurt, my shins hurt and I regrettted the $30 I spent on them. I got my Asics on sale for about $59, they were normally around $90 but they were WELL worth every penny I spent on them.

i got a pair of the Avia toning tennis shoes and they ae really comfortable,but, and this is a big one, they kill my back. I don't knowif its because they are unbalanced. Hard to explain but when you set them down, they will rock back and forth because they are built up in the middle underneath the shoe. ( I know, its hard to explain let alone picture!) Anyway, I keep trying to wear them thinking I will get use to them. I only want to wear them around the yard, walking, etc, but after an half hour my back is really hurting everytime!! paid $50 for them on sale and now I'm wishing I wouldn't have. Has anyone else had any success with this type? Could it be I just need to get use to them?

Are you running? If you are working out at home go barefoot or sock foot. I have done it from the beginning and my foot strength has improved tremendously.

I've been trying the barefoot/socks thing but I nearly die when doing jumping jacks or other jumping exercises. When i go walking right now all I have is a pretty darn old pair of Chuck's that have no support. I have arthritis and back issues so I'm hoping to find something with some more support - especially for the more aerobic stuff and jumping exercises.
The reason I *need* cheap is because I'm unemployed right now and my UC pays the rent, the electric, and doesn't leave much after that. $30 is an absolute SPLURGE for these things for me.

I most definitely almost fall on my *kitten* if I'm barefoot I have these
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=8043473
I've had them for almost a year and they are still in pretty good shape. They aren't very stylish, but eh, whatever right?!

Try www.endless.com I buy all my shoes there, they have free overnight shipping and returns and often have running shoes on sale at a good price.

I bought a pair of Puma trail running shoes to use in the gym and I LOVE THEM. I love them way more than my Nike Shox shoes which are supposed to be super comfortable, but they aren't cushy like the Pumas.