Customer Reviews ASICS Gel-Kayano® Trainer

Great aerobic shoe - These were great shoes for les mills aerobic classes. A little snug in the toe box as compared to usual asics but not bad at all.

Great gym sneaker - Very comfortable. Transitions well from strength training to cardio machines. It has great support & stability. I'll probably buy another pair to keep as backup!

I am a step instructor and recently had a bad injury due to an ankle sprain. Though the shoes I was wearing did not cause the injury, they definitely contributed to it as they did not have enough lateral support. After speaking with other instructors, doing research online and trial and error, I found the Gel-Kayano. If you prefer shoes that are mid to high on the ankle, this shoe is not for you. I prefer freedom to move my ankles but still have the lateral support necessary to handle step classes, high impact(Attack), Body Combat, etc. This is the perfect shoe for me and has plenty of cushion and support. I would recommend that if you have a wide foot to go up a half size as they fit fine for me but my foot is on the narrow side.

Highly recommended for overpronaters. Excellent cushioning and lateral support for step, cross training etc...etc... I hope it will be available in more colors when it's time for a replacement pair!

ASICS Kayano Trainers Are Excellent - I wear Kayano running shoes because I have been told they have the best support for overpronation. They do! I bought the trainers because I do a lot of sports training with lateral movement and weight lifting. I was concerned that I wouldn't be able to wear them for walking or running because they would be too heavy or bulky, but I figured I could wear the regular Kayano 14 running shoes for that and wear the Trainers for, well, training. The Trainers are terrific and I wear them for walking and training. I haven't run in them yet, but I'm sure they would be fine. I know these shoes can run small, so I ordered a 1/2 size up.

Not as lightweight feeling as a running shoe - feels a bit more cumbersome, but a good training shoe nonetheless. Good lateral support and also works well for running. Good front foot support/padding.

ASICS Gel-Kayano Trainer - This is by far one of the best trainers ASICS has produced. I bought a different ASICS trainer last year and their performance was so-so. When I read a magazine review that rated these #1, I figured they must know what they are talking about, and they did! These stand up to Weight training, Step class, Body Attack class, cardio machine and running (though if I am only running I usually use my ASCIS 2120 running shoes). They really got it right with this trainer!

Fantastic all around trainer. These shoes are GREAT. I have now run 8 miles in them, kick boxed and lifted weights and they really do support all three. You can really tell the difference in the support under the ball of your foot. Even my squats felt more stable. They are still a little stiff while doing lunges, but I think that is just because they are new. I look forward to many more miles and hours in the gym with these shoes.

I love these shoes - I've had many Asics over the years and these are by far my favorite. I really wish they included longer laces (esp. since I like to use the no slip feature), but I'll just have to find some.

Good Support - I have been wearing Gel-Kayano running shoes for years and have always loved them, but I need a training shoe for more lateral support while cross-training. I have not been disappointed with these. I typically wear a size 8.5 and a size 9 in this shoe fit perfectly. Expensive, but worth it.

Great shoe for walking and aerobics. My feet are an AAAA width and these are nice and narrow. I can also fit my orthotic.

Very comfortable shoe! I work long hours on my feet and also wear these for my dance and aerobics class. Never once have I had any sore spots or aching feet. The only thing I wish is they came with longer shoe laces. These are too short to double tie. Zappos is super fast and a good place to find shoes!!!

Great shoe! I read an online review that this was the best shoe for running/walking. I wore them today for a challenge and I performed better and my feet felt great!

Excellent option for step aerobics - I have a long-term problem with plantars fasciitis but don't want to give up my addiction to step aerobics. It's a rare shoe that allows my feet to recover to "normal" while still working out on most days. This is one of them. Other pluses include: unusually smooth pivoting/spinning on the step (feels almost like I'm spinning on ice without feeling like I'm going to slip or fall), which prevents uncomfortable torquing of my knees or ankles if I don't hop high enough during a turn. Good ankle stability even though they aren't mid or hi tops (I'm still feeling some occasional discomfort from an ankle sprain I got months ago but haven't had that problem in these shoes). My only negative is that my feet seem to sweat more in these shoes than my other gym shoes but that's not a huge problem since I only wear them for 2 hours at a time, max. I never wear good aerobic shoes as street shoes to avoid wearing them out prematurely. I wear the "duds" as street shoes once I realize they're not going to work for step classes. I wouldn't want to wear these shoes all day due to sweat factor. The other minor problem is that I find the laces a bit too short to double-knot easily, which I prefer to do. No big deal. I just replaced them.

Love them! These shoes are VERY comfortable and perfect as a "multi-purpose" tennis shoe. I use mine for walking, aerobics, weightlifting, and cardio machines.

An Asics Fan for 6 yrs. I have worn Asics exclusively for 6 yrs. & would not consider any other athletic shoe. I chose this shoe because of the colors---my favorites!!!!!!!! I already knew that they would be a quality shoe, very comfortable & they do fit true to size.

Great crosstrainer - I take a lot of step, weight, and athletic training classes and needed a sturdy shoe. This is the best that I found for my foot. It might run a bit short, but I'm a 10.5 so the 11 is fine.

Perfect Cross Trainers - I had been searching for the perfect cross trainer, one that wasn't too heavy but provided enough support and comfort. These are my favorite shoes and well worth the price. They are so comfortable and light but also provide adequate support. I ordered a half size larger than my normal size and it fit perfectly. Also, Zappos is the best in customer service and delivery I will definitely buying from them again.

Excellent Shoe - This shoe is very comfortable. I loved it! If you enjoy running and gym training, it's a good choice because it offers an excellent support to shock attenuation. I would like buying one of each color!

Perfect for walking all day - I tore a tendon and limped on it for months. I walk between 10 and 15 miles a day and needed a very good shoe that my foot wouldn't move around too much in and I couldn't settle for less than a glove fit. After one day of wearing these shoes, the pain went from being unable to handle to what it should feel like after walking 15 miles. They are amazing. I only wish they came in metallic pink as well. Shoe is supportive for jumping down from high places as well (how I tore my tendon in the first place). I recommend this for people prone to foot injuries as I am.

Asics Gel-Kayano Trainer - The shoe offers excellent cushioning and support for my gym workouts - both weight training and cardio.

Great sneaker - Great fit, super performance, five stars.

Great Shoe - This shoe fits well and works great for high impact aerobics! It also had room for my orthotics.

Great trainer - but not so hot if you need a large toe box - These sneakers are great - however, after a couple of uses, my toes would go numb and tingly. The toe box is too tight for my foot which is just a bit wide. The cushioning felt fabulous; springy and supportive. I would highly recommend it if you don't need the extra room in the front. I always take a half size up from my regular size in exercise shoes.

Asics trainer - I love Asics for running, so I was happy to find out they took one of their most popular running shoes and adapted it to gym work. Like other reviewers, I'm not thrilled with the metallic look of this shoe. I love everything else about it, though, which makes up for its looks. The forefoot cushion is great for gym workouts, as is the heel. Good stability, plenty of room for toes in the toebox, no heel slippage. It was easy to break in and felt great by the second wearing. I ordered my usual workout shoe size and it's fine, but if you're borderline you should order up half a size. I hope this shoe is still available next time I need a new pair.