Asics Novablast 5 Anatomic Shoes

Description

Upper: High-containment engineered knit upper supported by a firm internal heel counter to stabilize the calcaneus bone steady over the deep foam base.
Midsole Cushioning: High-stack FF BLAST™ MAX foam stack engineered to absorb vertical landing forces before they travel to ankles, knees, hips, and lower back joints.
Cushioning & Stability Technologies: Forefoot rocker geometry limits metatarsophalangeal (toe joint) flexion, while wide midsole sidewalls keep the foot tracking centrally.
Outsole: Full-contact AHAR™ LO rubber footprint mapped to distribute landing forces evenly across the entire forefoot and heel area.

Key Features & Benefits

Maximum Joint Shock Defense: High-rebound foam stack drastically lowers vertical ground impact stress on lower-body joints.
Forefoot Flex Relief: Rockered sole profile reduces toe-bending strain during stride push-offs, easing pressure on metatarsal heads.
Deep Heel Containment: Sculpted midsole sidewalls sit the foot into the foam bed for stable, centered weight distribution.
Removable Footbed: Factory sockliner removes easily to accommodate custom medical orthotics or high-arch support insoles.

Sizing & Fit Advice

Fits True to Size (TTS). The deep heel cradle easily accommodates medical orthotics; select half a size up if using thick custom inserts.

How to Find Your Size (Step-by-Step Guide)

1. Setup: Place a plain sheet of paper on a hard floor, flushed against a flat wall. 2. Position: Stand on the paper with your heel resting gently against the wall (wearing your preferred running/athletic socks). 3. Mark: Mark the furthest point of your longest toe on the paper with a pencil. 4. Measure: Measure the distance from the edge of the paper (wall) to your mark in Centimeters (CM).
Recommended Fitting Margin:
Casual / Everyday Sneakers: Add +0.5 cm to your measured foot length.
Performance Running: Add +0.5 cm to +1.0 cm for comfortable movement and natural toe expansion.

Asics Signature Fit & Characteristics

Performance Fit Profile: Asics running shoes are engineered for a snug, locked-in feel around the midfoot and heel to ensure maximum stability, with optimal room in the forefoot.
GEL™ Cushioning & Arch Support: Due to structured arch support and GEL™ inserts, performance models may feel slightly snugger out of the box compared to casual sneakers.