I was looking for a gym shoe that had a more snug,supportive fit than the typical cross trainer; and a more durable upper than a running shoe.  I usually wear 2E or 4E shoes just fine across various brands of athletic shoes, but these Asics Gel-160TR were a poor fit.  The forefoot (measured across the proximal toe joints) was fine but the lateral midfoot was cut way too narrow, such that the outer edges of my feet spilled over the midsole.  I recommend Adidas or Saucony, whose soles are generally broader with rounded toeboxes, for folks with wider feet.