8 Best Cross-Training Shoes 2025, According to Certified Trainers
“My favorite cross-training shoe right now is the TYR CXT-2 Elite Carbon Trainer,” says Umo Callins, CSSD, CPT, certified sports dietitian and fitness trainer. These sneakers are great for lifting and high-intensity interval training (HIIT), and Callins says they’ve made a significant difference in his performance. “They’re phenomenal for training in different planes of motion, which is great for explosive movements, like box jumps, as well as agility moves, shuffles, and pivots,” she says.
At first you may notice that they are a little snug and conform to your feet, but it doesn’t take long for them to adapt. And once they do, you’ll love how lightweight and breathable they are. They are sturdy but comfortable, they have a wide toe box, which is great not only for comfort but also for balance and stability.
Another great feature of the TYR CXT-2 Elite Carbon Trainer is that once you finish your workout, you can keep it on and continue with your day. In fact, they minimize foot fatigue, even during long training sessions. “As someone with flat feet, these shoes never give me any problems and they give me the support I need,” says Callins. “They are built to last and are worth every penny.”
- Benefits : Robust but comfortable; ideal for explosive movements and agility; minimizes foot fatigue
- Disadvantages: May feel comfortable at first and require a break-in period
- Sizes: Women 5.5-10; men 7.5-16
- Material: Nylon mesh
- Heel-to-toe drop: 4mm
