India, Aug. 26 -- At 39, my husband has already learnt that finding the right pair of shoes isn't as simple as walking into a store and picking the one that looks good. He deals with ankylosing spondylitis, a disc bulge and overpronation, while also trying to stay active and lose weight. Suddenly, cushioning, heel comfort, and how a shoe feels through a workout became far more important than simply finding a good-looking pair.

I pushed him to try the brand properly, and he was invited into an ASICS store for a treadmill assessment. Watching his feet on the treadmill showed exactly where he needed support, and the store team suggested two options. The Gel Kayano and Quantum 360.

He picked the Quantum 360. The reason? The Gel Kayano did n...