Really nice shoes. The pictures don't do it justice. Excellent fit and finish. Very comfortable and stable. Heel height is about 1/2", which is fine for me as I have good mobility in my hips, knees and ankles but may be a bit low for some. Sneakers not for running but for athletics at the gym. You can wear it for pushing sleds, rowing machines, etc. Has some compressibility in the heel area, so for the very advanced lifter or competitive powerlifter it's probably not your first choice.For the average man who does squats and deadlifts as part of an overall However, this is a good choice for fitness programs Well made, strong, comfortable, lots of support, good looks and very affordable.