One tenet of minimalist shoe design, however, has become widespread—a relatively low heel-to-toe drop. That’s the difference in the combined height of the midsole and outsole where the back ...

"That means it’s wide from the heel to the toe, but it keeps the same format," he says. However, "many brands are coming out with an anatomic shoe, which means it is wider only in the toe box ...

Along with an overall roomier fit, the shoe has a wide toe box that allows your toes to spread out as your foot hits the ground. The shoe’s bottom has a slight rocker shape for smoother heel-to ...