Discount Athletic Shoe on Sale

Update: The price has changed to $16.99 since this was originally published.

Toddlers who are hard on their shoes benefit most here, since these are easy to slip on for a kid still working out laces and buckles, and at $16 you're paying $4 less than the usual list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Zappos has the Nike Kids Star Runner 5 Toddler Shoes, a good pick for parents who need a hook-and-loop closure their toddler can wear without dealing with laces during those early running-around years. Buy Now at Zappos

Update: The price has changed to $26.98 since this was originally published.

Zero drop and a wide toe box make these worth a look for anyone easing into barefoot-style hiking without the higher price of specialty brands, and at $27 they're $10 (27%) off the $37 list price on Amazon. Buy Now at Amazon

Casual, low-profile sneakers that work well as an everyday pair with jeans or shorts, and Zappos has them for $25 (29%) off the $85 list price. Buy Now at Zappos

Update: The price has changed to $42.99 since this was originally published.

Penny loafers work as an easy slip-on option for anyone who wants a step up from sneakers without dealing with laces, and the suede upper adds some texture you don't get with standard leather versions. Note that the current price is basically the same as list, so this isn't really a discount, just standard pricing. Buy Now at Amazon

Runners logging regular road miles will notice the balance here, a cushioned ride that still feels responsive enough for tempo days and not just easy jogs. Buy Now at adidas

Sizing up nicely for toddlers who are still mastering their footing, these sneakers offer a lightweight, flexible sole that works well for daily wear, and at $17, they're $10 off the $27 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Daily training shoe territory here, suited to runners who log regular miles and want cushioning that holds up without feeling mushy underfoot. Buy Now at Zappos

Built with a lightweight, energy-return foam that adidas typically saves for its performance racing line, these suit runners who want a race-day feel without buying dedicated track spikes. Buy Now at adidas

These lightweight sneakers suit anyone wanting an everyday casual shoe that pairs easily with jeans or leggings, and Amazon has them marked down to $42.42 from $49.90, a $7.48 discount. Buy Now at Amazon

Update: The price has changed to $16.99 since this was originally published.

Canvas sneakers like these hold up well for toddlers still testing out their footing on playgrounds and sidewalks, and the $4 markdown brings the pair to $16. Buy Now at Amazon

Designed to cushion your feet during high-impact activity, these insoles suit runners or anyone on their feet all day who needs extra shock absorption in existing shoes, and they're currently $10 off the list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Sized for little feet still building confidence walking and running, these give kids the cushioned Air Max sole without the bulk of an adult-style build, and Zappos backs them with free shipping and returns if the fit's off. Buy Now at Zappos

Steel toe protection meets a running-shoe feel here, which makes it a solid pick if you're on your feet all day on a job site but don't want to clomp around in traditional work boots. Zappos has them for $115, about $22 off the $137 list price. Buy Now at Zappos

Cold-weather friendly with the MTE (Mountain Edition) build, so it's a fitting pick if you want extra warmth and traction for winter wear without switching to boots. Zappos has it for $45, which is $55 off the $100 list price. Buy Now at Zappos

Casual weekend errands or long days on your feet call for something like this, since the memory foam insole cushions each step without the bulk of a heavier sneaker. Buy Now at Target

These work well for anyone needing a composite toe boot for work that doesn't feel like a brick on your feet, thanks to the Floatride foam midsole borrowed from Reebok's running line. At $144.99, that's $12 off the $157 list price. Buy Now at Zappos

Widened toe boxes and extra arch support make these a solid pick for anyone dealing with foot pain or needing more room than standard sneakers offer, and right now they're $38 off, about a third below the $116 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Zappos carries the Reebok Energen Run 4 Women's Running Shoes for anyone logging regular miles and wanting cushioning that holds up over longer distances without adding bulk to the shoe. Buy Now at Zappos