I have plantar fasciitis as a result of increasing my running load too much, too quickly, and my podiatrist ordered me to get new running shoes, because mine were old. I always get asics, and my doctor's words were "asics are good, but they wear out a little more quickly than some other brands." I've been wearing asics for years, and I love them, and these are no exception.

I purchased these shoes for daily wear, while I go through the VERY LONG healing process. I can't wear flats or sandals or shoes without support right now. These shoes are so good-looking that I don't feel bad wearing them to work each day!

I must say that I'm using custom orthotic inserts in them, so I can't specifically speak to the support of these shoes, since I've added my own support. But I've been wearing them for a few days now and love them so far!