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10 Best Youth Running Shoes of December 2025
List of Top Rated Youth Running Shoes from thousands of customer reviews & feedback.
Updated On Dec 2025
385 Reviews Studied
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New Balance Kid's 455 V2 Lace-Up Running Shoe, Rain Cloud/Guava, 5.5 M US Big Kid Read Review
- Mesh upper with a no sew tip for durability
- Athletic styling makes every step stand out
- IMEVA (injection molded EVA foam) midsole offers flexible, lightweight cushioning
- Synthetic/ Mesh
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New Balance Kid's Fresh Foam Fast V1 Lace-Up Running Shoe, Black/Voltage Violet, 5 M US Big Kid Read Review
- Fresh Foam innovative midsole created from a single piece of foam that provides a plush, more natural ride
- No-sew material application
- Rubber outsole
- Synthetic/mesh upper
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New Balance Kid's Fresh Foam Arishi Trail V1 Lace-Up Running Shoe, Neo Classic Blue/Black/Hula Green, 4.5 M US Big Kid Read Review
- Fresh Foam midsole cushioning is precision engineered to deliver an ultra-cushioned, lightweight ride
- Rubber Outsole
- Synthetic/Mesh Upper
- Toe Protect technology helps protect feet from rocks, roots and debris
- Upper features no-sew construction for a sleek fit and feel
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New Balance Kid's 888 V2 Lace-Up Running Shoe, New Crimson/Black, 12 M US Little Kid Read Review
- ABZORB cushioning in the midfoot provides exceptional shock absorption
- Rubber outsole
- Split suede/mesh upper
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New Balance Kid's FuelCore Urge V2 Running Shoe, ozone blue/hi lite, 5 M US Big Kid Read Review
- Injection Molded EVA
- Synthetic/Mesh Upper
- No Sew Overlays
- Rubber Outsole
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Under Armour Unisex-Youth Grade School Assert 8 Sneaker, Black (001)/Pitch Gray, 6.5 Read Review
- Lightweight mesh upper with 3-color digital print delivers complete breathability
- Durable leather overlays for stability & that locks in your midfoot
- EVA sockliner provides soft, step-in comfort
- One-piece EVA midsole turns cushioned landings into explosive takeoffs
- Solid rubber outsole covers high impact zones for greater durability with less weight
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New Balance Kid's Fresh Foam Roav V1 Lace-Up Running Shoe, Black/Dark Violet, 4 M US Big Kid Read Review
- Bootie construction
- Fresh Foam innovative midsole created from a single piece of foam that provides a plush, more natural ride
- Rubber outsole
- Synthetic/textile upper
- Ultra heel
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New Balance Kid's 680 V6 Lace-Up Running Shoe, Bali Blue/Mako Blue/Ginger Pink, 2 M US Little Kid Read Review
- Leather and mesh upper
- ABZORB midsole
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