these are awesome shoes, if you are flat footed do not buy , they are great for anybody who has any type of arch as it snugs right up to the arch you have and has a super support, I work on concrete flooring ,12hr shifts and my feet never feel sore or tired at the end of the night and if you need alittle height it gives that to you as well, love them. I do weight over 200 lbs and I have 5 pairs of shape ups which I rotate I see no wear and tear on them yet.