I went to Big Peach Running years ago and they fit me in an ASICS shoe. I loved, loved, loved them, but they set me back $100+. after those wore out, I decided to settle on other running shoes for half the cost. I haven't been running faithfully for a couple of years, just walking, so those shoes suited me fine. Then, I decided to do the Couch to 5k program and my feet were killing me. I bought these shoes and after two days of running in them, my feet no longer hurt...at all! These shoes are incredibly comfortable. I can't explain it, but it's like the ankle portion just hugs your foot and it fits so well. Plenty of cusion and comfort with none of the weight. I'll never buy different kind of shoe again!