My dog is a ball of energy. He gets a minimum of two long walks per day to keep him healthy and my furniture intact. Luckily, walking is one of my favorite forms of low-intensity exercise. It’s gentle on my body, good for my heart and a great way to recover after a run or workout class.
Covering over 30 miles a week requires a shoe with cushion, support and (ideally) no small amount of style. Well, I’ve worn the Asics Gel Kayano 31 sneaker for more than a year, and I can confidently report that these qualities abound in this shoe. It’s also available in black on Zappos.
Asics Gel Kayano 31 Running Shoes
Zappos
What separates the Gel Kayano from other models I’ve worn is that its thickly cushioned sole is balanced by a stabilizing structure called a heel counter. Other shoes with too much padding caused me to roll my ankles, but I’ve never tripped over myself wearing these. The sneaker is also equipped with the brand’s signature gel technology, which enhances support, absorbs some of the shock of your foot hitting the ground and adds another layer of comfort to your stride.
When it comes to my daily walking routine, these “comfortable and supportive” shoes are the star. Hundreds of Amazon shoppers agree, slipping these on for intense workouts and long work days alike. They’re “expensive but worth it,” promised one reviewer who finally made the upgrade “after years of buying and trying name-brand shoes” that always left them disappointed. A second shopper said they will “up your run game” since it feels like you’re “running on clouds.”
Whether you’re wearing the Asics Gel Kayano sneakers to walk your dog like I do or to run long distances like others, you will no doubt appreciate having such a comfortable and stylish shoe on your feet. And now that it’s on sale for $125, there’s never been a better time to buy a pair for yourself.
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At the time of publishing, the price was $125.
