Tracee Ellis Ross Has Worn the Same Workout Sneakers Since High School — They’re That Good

Of all the celebs who post top-notch workout content, one of the most consistent is Tracee Ellis Ross. The actor and entrepreneur has been a longtime fan of the Tracy Anderson Method, and you can count on her to serve joy, sweat, and workout looks every time she posts a routine. Fans typically ask Ross about the chic workout onesies or legging sets she’s wearing, but her latest Instagram post has everyone asking about something else: her sneakers.

Ross posted an Instagram video showing her latest Tracy Anderson workout on Aug. 15, and so many people asked about her sneakers, she shared a peek at her collection in an Instagram Story the next day.

In the Instagram Story, she panned over an impressive collection of workout sneakers in every color combination imaginable, but all from one brand: ASICS.

“I get lots of comments asking about my workout sneakers . . . specially on my last post,” Ross wrote in the Instagram Story. “I have been wearing @asics since I was a track running in high school. They are my absolute favorite mostly because they have a wide toe box and they really support my feet, therefore my knees and my hips. One day maybe I can design a pair. Until then I just covet these wonderful performance sneakers.”

Like Ross said, ASICS are beloved among runners for being super supportive and providing tons of strategic cushion underfoot for your stride. A wide toe box — the part of the shoe where your toes sit — is also great for workouts of any type because it allows your toes to spread out naturally during movement, the way they would if you were barefoot.

We IDed some of the 14 or so pairs on Ross’s shelves, so you can shop her favorite workout sneakers for yourself.

• ASICS Gel-Kayano 14 ($150): This ASICS model is an iconic 2000s running shoe that was reimagined for everyday wear, but can work for exercise, too. It looks like Ross has these in a few colors, including one that I’m calling Superwoman (deep red, blue, and gold), but ASICS calls Olive Canvas/Honey ($150), an icy blue, and another called Vanilla/Tarmac ($150).
• ASICS EX89 in White/French Blue ($110): These are more of a lifestyle sneaker, but the modern-cushioning properties make these great for all-day wear.
• ASICS GT-2160 ($120): Ross has these in a green-and-blue color that’s no longer available on the ASICS website, but we’re also into these oatmeal-colored ones that mix the dad-shoe trend with the minimalist beige aesthetic.
• ASICS Gel NYC ($130) Ross has a sleek all-black pair of this ASICS model, which is dedicated to the Big Apple.

ASICS, if you’re listening, please let Ross design a pair — we’d buy them in a heartbeat.