Asics Novablast 5 Women's Running Shoes

ASICS Novablast 5 Women’s Running Shoes

The ASICS Novablast 5 women’s running shoes are a lightweight road running shoe built for runners who want a fast, bouncy feel. They suit neutral runners doing uptempo sessions, light intervals, and shorter runs, with enough cushioning for daily training. Best used on sealed surfaces like roads, footpaths, and treadmills.

What You’ll Notice on the Run

This shoe is tuned for pace. The FF BLAST MAX cushioning gives you soft landings with a strong rebound through toe off, which helps when you’re picking up speed or holding tempo. It keeps your stride feeling quick without loading up extra weight underfoot.

The updated trampoline outsole geometry adds a bit more pop and grip compared to earlier versions. You’ll notice it most when pushing off, especially during intervals or faster efforts where responsiveness matters.

Fit, Feel and Upper

The engineered jacquard mesh upper is breathable and has a bit of stretch, which helps with comfort over warmer runs or higher intensity sessions. The tongue wing construction keeps the midfoot locked in and stops the tongue shifting, so the fit stays consistent through the run.

When and Where to Use It

This is a good option if you want one shoe that can handle both daily training and faster sessions. It leans more towards speed work and shorter distances rather than long slow runs. Works best on dry and wet road surfaces, with reliable grip from the AHAR outsole.

Sunny Sizzle Collection

Part of the SUNY SIZZLE Collection, the colourway is inspired by the colours you’d see while running during the golden hours (sunrise and sunset), with a gradient finish across the upper and midsole. It also features a lightweight sublimated upper mesh that's specifically designed for keeping your feet cool and comfortable while running in the spring and summer seasons

Key Features

• FF BLAST MAX cushioning for soft landings and responsive toe off

• Updated trampoline outsole for improved energy return and grip

• Engineered jacquard mesh upper for airflow and stretch

• Tongue wing construction for secure midfoot fit

• AHAR LO outsole rubber for traction and durability on road surfaces

• Reflective details for visibility in low light

• Lightweight sublimated upper designed for warm weather running

• At least 75% recycled upper materials

• Sockliner uses solution dye process to reduce water and carbon impact

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the ASICS Novablast 5 suitable for beginners?

Yes. It works for beginners wanting a lightweight, cushioned running shoe, but it’s best suited to runners who prefer a more responsive feel rather than a soft, slow trainer.

Is this shoe good for long distance running?

It can handle moderate distance runs, but it’s better suited to shorter runs, tempo sessions, and intervals compared to max cushion models.

Can I use this for gym or cross training?

It’s designed for road running. You can use it for light gym work, but it doesn’t offer the stability of a dedicated training shoe.

What surfaces does it perform best on?

Best on roads, footpaths, and treadmills. The AHAR outsole provides reliable grip in both dry and wet conditions.

Does it fit true to size?

Yes. Most runners will find it fits true to size with a standard width through the forefoot.