![]() This was mostly due to the height of the heel. The Dynamic support of the sole unit which i felt more closer to the heel felt unbalanced. It took my feet 1.5 miles to truly feel comfortable in them. My first run out of the box was a relaxed 3.5 miles. The upper – recently updated on this model – felt plush with plenty of room for my foot to move. When I slipped them on for the first time I was surprised by how firm they felt. I was intrigued by the flyknit lacing system. The inside of the foot lacks a swoosh, which is more visually appealing. The heel became my favorite part of the design because of how it flashed while on a run. The navy blue mixes well with the orange-peel swoosh and the crimson flash heel. Upon opening the box, I was extremely impressed with the colorway and design of the shoe. Those models run anywhere from 110 to 130, while the Zoom Structure are right in the middle with a price tag of 120. The ride of the Zoom Structures is comparable in stability and cushion to an Asics 2000 or the aforementioned Brooks Ravenna. I found the cushioning and stability similar to that of a Saucony Guide rather than an Omni, or a Brooks Ravenna more than an Adrenaline. The Zoom Structures has many competitors in terms of price, ride and stability. While the Odyssey is build for performance stability, the Zoom Structure are build to be a daily trainer. The Nike Zoom Structure are one of two stability options Nike offers. So when given the chance to review a pair I decided it was time. Nike isn’t the first brand I associate with running. It’s a workout sneaker that can handle intensive movements, heavy lifting, and circuit conditioning-and if all that performance support weren't enough, it’ll also give you a boost of style so that you’re at the top of your game, in and out of the gym.In all my years, I have never ran in a pair of Nikes. This latest model was wear-tested by a group of elite training athletes, including a CrossFit pro who trains up to five hours a day (six days a week!), and it got his stamp of approval. The Metcon 4 is a shining example of what Nike does best: iterate and improve on already successful sneakers to make sure they’re at the forefront of performance footwear. Plus, the minimalist design (and stylish gum outsole) means that you can wear it around town and people will think you’re just a well-dressed dude who loves athleisure, not a fitness fanatic who is always on his way to the gym. Nike also added an additional lace eyelet this may sound like a frivolous update, but it gives you the ability to fine-tune your laces for the perfect fit, which is crucial for a comfortable and effective workout. Normally a hyper-lightweight upper can mean shoes that are too pliable and lack proper support when you're lifting heavier weights, but the new double-layer mesh provides flexibility without sacrificing any stability. That’s not to say the new model is overly stiff, though, as the Metcon 4’s upper is made of a two-layer mesh that provides comfortable cushioning with just the right amount of bend. ![]() So how exactly does a top-of-the-line workout sneaker manage to become even better? To start, Nike has improved durability to the parts of the shoe that get the most wear and tear-like the heel and toe-which means a longer-lasting pair of kicks for you. Nike’s brand-new Metcon 4 has taken that “does it all” formula and improved upon it with new details and cutting-edge materials. It's a killer cross-training shoe that is flexible enough to handle fast-footed cardio workouts, but supportive enough for serious weightlifting. ![]() Earlier this year, we named the Nike Metcon 3 as the GQ favorite when we surveyed the best gym shoes, because it did just that much better than the rest. You want a great training sneaker to be comfortable and built to last, whether or not you're a full-fledged gym rat. ![]()
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