The Brooks Ghost Max 3 Is My Go-To for Walking and Running—And It’s 40% Off for Prime Day

2 min readI have a complicated relationship with super-cushioned sneakers. I love the idea of a giant, pillow-y shoe for long walks and days when I’m racking up thousands of steps, but some max-cushion styles can actually leave my feet feeling worse. The Brooks Ghost Max 3 is the rare exception: It has plenty of plush cushioning, but its broad base and supportive feel keep me feeling steady instead of wobbly. And right now, it’s 40% off for Amazon Prime Day, which is a pretty compelling excuse to snag a pair.SHOP ALL BROOKS PRIME DAY DEALSI’ve tested the Ghost Max 3 for long walks, treadmill sessions, easy runs, errands, and full days of travel and sightseeing, and it quickly became one of my go-to sneakers when I know I’ll be on my feet for hours. The rocker sole is subtle enough that I don’t feel like I’m being pushed forward, but it does give my stride a little momentum and helps avoid that heavy, flat-footed feeling I get from some super-cushioned shoes. Even after several miles, my feet still feel supported rather than like they’re sinking into the foam.ProsPropels foot forward without tons of energy exertionSupportive base that cradles the footPlush but not unstableConsUpper material wears out pretty quicklyThat support is a big reason the Ghost Max 3 earned the “most supportive” spot in our guide to the best Brooks walking shoes. The broad platform and GuardRails technology help keep my feet feeling centered and secure, while the nitrogen-infused foam provides that cushioned, lightweight feel I’m looking for. I did notice some wear on the upper sooner than I expected after a few months of regular use, but it hasn’t changed how much I enjoy wearing the shoe.Shannen ZitzShannen ZitzIf you want a sneaker that feels seriously cushioned without sacrificing stability, the Ghost Max 3 is one I’d happily recommend—especially at 40 percent off. But it’s not the only Brooks worth shopping right now: Amazon Prime Day includes a ton of other editor-loved Brooks sneakers on sale, so I rounded up some of the best deals below.Best Brooks Prime Day DealsShannen Zitz is the Associate Style & Reviews Editor at Women's Health, where she covers all-things sneakers and activewear. Previously, she was an assistant editor at Prevention. Shannen graduated from the State University of New York at Cortland with a bachelor's degree in English. If she’s not reading or writing, you can probably find her frequenting the skincare and makeup forums on Reddit or hogging the squat rack at the gym.