Nike’s Air Max Alpha Trainer 6 sits in the Air Max training line, aimed at gym sessions rather than road running. It competes with other cross-trainers that try to balance cushioning for comfort with enough stability for lifting and circuit work. In this grey/white colourway (size 8), the focus is on a secure, planted feel underfoot while still giving you that familiar Air Max-style cushioning for day-to-day wear and shorter workouts.
Who are these trainers best for?
If your training mixes weights, machines and general gym conditioning, the flatter, wider base helps you feel less wobbly than in a soft running shoe, especially during squats and presses. The visible Air cushioning adds impact protection for jumps, treadmill warm-ups and walking between sessions, without feeling overly bulky. If most of your time is spent on long runs, a dedicated running model will usually feel lighter and more flexible.
- Flat, wide base for better stability during strength work
- Air cushioning to take the edge off higher-impact moves
- Trainer-style build suited to mixed gym routines, not distance running