Ladies, if you're looking for a new pair of gym shoes, let this be your guide. You'll want to snag a pair of cross-trainers that will carry you through any kind of workout. Versatility is key when it comes to cross-training, so the ideal pair should be able to handle jumping, heavy lifting, or even a dance workout, and also allow you to feel grounded and stable if you're doing static exercises.
While a running shoe will often have a thicker, supportive cushioned heel so you can comfortably log as many miles as you want, that's not the kind of shoe you want for an everyday gym workout. Instead, your training shoe should be flatter, and have solid lateral support so that you can easily pivot or transition into your next move. These cross-training shoes run the gamut, so try a pair that vibes best with your typical workout regimen.
ASICS is known for its super comfy running shoes, but it also makes great, supportive cross-trainers that hug your foot through a dance cardio class. The best part about these Conviction X Cross-Trainers is that they're made with a perforated sock liner to allow breathability for your feet, even through a heated HIIT session.
This simple shoe is built to power you through the gym. The mesh upper is light and the outer is flexible, so it moves with your foot when you change directions quickly. Also, the shoe's TriBase technology keeps you grounded into the floor for your heaviest reps.
Not only does Nike always make the best-looking shoe in the gym, they are also some of the most comfortable and supportive.
Flywire cables in the forefoot of the shoe integrate with the laces for excellent support without inhibiting your range of motion, creating a fit that is truly dynamic. The Metcon 4 XD is your all-around gym shoe, and is especially great for bootcamp-style classes.
The Jaab draws inspiration from boxing, naturally, so it's a shoe that'll let you switch seamlessly from hitting the heavy bag to dumbbell sequences to jumping rope. Inside the shoe are NRGY beads, designed to give you some rebound on your jumps.
High-intensity workouts require a shoe that enables agility and endurance, and 361's Bio-Speed hits the nail on the head. QUIKFOAM insoles and midsoles provide great support, comfort, and shock absorption. And somehow 361 has managed to keep these cross-trainers extremely lightweight and agile.
Adorned by Crossfit athletes and gym-goers alike, this shoe will turn burpees and power cleans into warmups. This new model comes with a heel bootie and better cushioned midsole for more comfortable sets.
Capable of making squats, lunges, and high-jumps seem easier than ever, these cozy kicks from New Balance come at an affordable price. The REVlite midsole is made from the lightest foam possible, so you can tackle the quickest footwork and walk just as comfortably out of the gym in them.
The super flat sole is designed to bring your foot closer to the ground for a more natural feel, and the web cradle lacing system holds your foot securely in the sneaker. If you're obstacle-course training, this is your speed shoe.
A higher-cut shoe is not only a fun style to rock, but one that will fit well and give your ankles additional support, especially if you're lifting heavy. Or, if the basketball courts are calling your name, the Propellium technology hugs your heel and helps you leap up for that rebound.
These new fly kicks from adidas are made with a completely knit upper, that will make you feel like you're working out in just your socks. Plus, the stability strap holds your foot in place for anything from running to weight training.
Champion makes this shoe in a multitude of colors, that's great for a variety of training (whatever you're feeling on that particular day) and great for your wallet. The memory-foam insole will help if you need some extra cushioning in the heel especially, and makes it a solid shoe for a long day of traveling on tired feet as well.
Dana BaardsenSenior Editor at BestProducts.comDana is the former Parenting Editor at BestProducts.com, where she’s been using her degree in nutrition and food science and experience in parenting editorials to cover trending topics in the family and fitness industries since 2012; Her work has been featured on Fit Pregnancy, Refinery 29, Redbook, Good Housekeeping, Prevention, Men’s Health, Parents, and more.
Mara SantilliMara is a freelance writer and editor specializing in culture, politics, wellness, and the intersection between them, whose print and digital work has appeared in Marie Claire, Women’s Health, Cosmopolitan, Airbnb Mag, Prevention, and more.
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