And the sheer variety of shoes that are on sale is pretty impressive too. You can take up to 42% off a new pair of sneakers or a whopping 55% off hiking boots —and if your plans skew more indoorsy, there are cozy slippers on sale for up to 44% off.

You can tell if a shoe has that support by doing a “twist test,” where you hold the shoe on the ends and try to twist it like you’re wringing out a washcloth. “The stiffer the shoe, the better,” Lockwood says. BTW, all of the shoes we chose passed the twist test.

Hoka makes some of the best running shoes available, and the Black Friday deals this year actually include one of my favorite new shoes of 2024 in the Hoka Mach 6, which is reduced from $140 to $111, as well as popular models like the Speedgoat 5 and Bondi 8.

A top holiday gift on Google's Hot 100 list for 2024, consider investing in a pair of these recovery shoes for yourself or a loved one this season.

As a fitness and shopping writer, I’ve tested dozens of Nike sneakers and feel confident that I’ll get the same level of quality with each pair. Still, I’m a bargain hunter, and I like to do everything I can to get a discounted price,