Customer Reviews ASICS Gel-Intensity® W

Good, but not great - I teach high-impact aerobics most days of the week. I find these shoes lack the cushioning in the forefoot that I really want from a shoe. My feet are often tired. On the other hand, I'm not experiencing shin splints or knee problems with this shoe, which indicates it has good overall support (most other brands cause these problems for me). I recommend the Asics brand to anyone who cross-trains, but find that the Gel 1120V (a volleyball shoe) has worked best for me in the classroom.

Mostly wonderful - I bought these sneakers because they are cross-trainers and not running sneakers - I can't run due to a back injury and wanted a sneaker that was specific to the range of exercise that I do. They are very comfortable 99% of the time; the only point of discomfort that I have noticed is that while riding the stationary bicycle, a part of the shoe rubs on the large tendon that runs between the foot and leg - otherwise, I am very satisfied.

I usually wear 6 1/2, so the 7 is slightly large on me but they are SO comfortable! This is my first pair of Uggs, and I'm very happy with them. I love the braid going up the back b/c it really adds to the look of the boot.

Nice but not what I hoped for. I wear an 8 or 8.5 in dress shoes but I always get a 9 in athletics. The 9 in this seemed very big -- long as well as wide -- but worked OK with a thicker, cushioned Coolmax sock. I have a very narrow heel and even with a special lacing technique, I still get some slippage. This is disappointing because Asics used to be known for running narrow in the heel. Still, the shoe is reasonably comfortable. Rear-foot cushioning and support are excellent. Not enough cushioning in the toe area; however, for higher-impact activities or long periods of walking. My foot feels like it's on a slant -- with the heel higher than the toe. I'm sure this position is ideal for some people's feet and some activities. It took some getting used to and I'm not sure that it's right for me. I have worn these for personal training sessions as well as cardio machine workouts. For my feet, they just aren't right for running, aerobics or fitness dance. I love the look (I got the blue and silver. They are a bit shiny-blingy) and I will probably end up relegating these to a casual street shoe.

I originally purchased these shoes for a bootcamp class I attend 3 times a week. Another post had convinced me that they would be a good choice and they are cross trainers. They are back heavy and not light while running or jumping. I was really disappointed, that was the main purpose for this purchase. I'll wear them now just for lifting weights. The shoe seems a little wide (for me) in the top portion. My previous shoe was and still is the Asics Gel-Cumulus II, which is a running shoe. This shoe is light and easily adjust to my workouts. Disappointed that I spent this much on a shoe I can't wear for its intended purpose!