Shoes

Establishedn1986
Establishedn1986 Posts: 306 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
Any recommendations for shoes to wear during Insanity?

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  • Capt_Apollo
    Capt_Apollo Posts: 9,026 Member
    don't wear any
  • Lesa_Sass
    Lesa_Sass Posts: 2,213 Member
    I wear the assic gel. I NEED to have cushion for my feet, knees and back. If I try to those work outs barefooted, it is like lightening bolts running down my legs.
  • Establishedn1986
    Establishedn1986 Posts: 306 Member
    serious question... reading many reviews, want to reduce as much chance for injury as I can.
  • CorvusCorax77
    CorvusCorax77 Posts: 2,536 Member
    whatever that lady in texas wore for her 10 hour long filibuster. That was intense!
  • Establishedn1986
    Establishedn1986 Posts: 306 Member
    I wear the assic gel. I NEED to have cushion for my feet, knees and back. If I try to those work outs barefooted, it is like lightening bolts running down my legs.
    Thanks! I'm gonna look these up.
  • sophayz
    sophayz Posts: 592 Member
    for any strenght workout ( i do body pump and cross fit) i wear my nike free bionic training shoe ... IN PINK lol its colorfull, brethes and deformes just perfectly ... worth ever penny of the 95$ they cost online :D
  • JustJennie1
    JustJennie1 Posts: 3,749 Member
    See if you can get a pair of light weight cross trainers.

    I did a few of the workouts in my vibram 5 finger shoes and didn't have too much of an issue with it however I did like the padding in the sneakers.
  • fishgutzy
    fishgutzy Posts: 2,807 Member
    To avoid more foot surgery I just avoid Insanity and all the other programs.:bigsmile:

    Far too much impact on my feet.
  • Establishedn1986
    Establishedn1986 Posts: 306 Member
    I was looking into the Nike Free's because Shaun T recommends cross trainers. Someone who has done the program said they didn't provide enough cushion. So I will check out different types on line! Thanks everyone.
  • tabfjo
    tabfjo Posts: 78 Member
    Asics are my go to shoe for all exercise activities. They are priced $80-$150 but well worth it.

    Here are my favs....
    http://www.amazon.com/ASICS-GEL-Excel33-Running-White-US/dp/B0056EH6KC/ref=cm_cr-mr-title
  • Establishedn1986
    Establishedn1986 Posts: 306 Member
    I will look into those! Thanks!
  • Lesa_Sass
    Lesa_Sass Posts: 2,213 Member
    I was looking into the Nike Free's because Shaun T recommends cross trainers. Someone who has done the program said they didn't provide enough cushion. So I will check out different types on line! Thanks everyone.

    Yeah good idea. And do not be shy, when you put them on, JUMP up and down a few times in the shoes. Pick the one that is most comfortable and the least impact on your body.

    Good luck, I am looking forward to see your results from Insanity. :smile:
  • msjersey73
    msjersey73 Posts: 182 Member
    strengthen your feet. there are over 100 muscles in your feet, that are not used because of Support (shoes).
    go barefoot, in home, then do the exercises (found online) to strengthen feet/ankles. then you wont need shoes :-)

    all my knee, hip, and back pain , and foot pain (fallen arches, plantar faciitis, heel spurs), ALL WENT AWAY by ditching shoes.
  • corgicake
    corgicake Posts: 846 Member
    I've caved to using the same shoes I wear to my food service job because nobody seems to be building a better mousetrap fit-wise. And if they are, I probably can't afford it. If you wouldn't stand on your feet for an eight hour shift in a pair of shoes, why would you go to the gym with them?

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