Do you deadlift in oly shoes?

jayche

Just curious.

CyberEd312

I prefer Vibrams Komodosort LS myself, I have some ole converse too but Vibrams are my first choice when lifting......

jayche

I prefer Vibrams Komodosort LS myself, I have some ole converse too but Vibrams are my first choice when lifting......

Yeah I normally pull with chucks (although I set my latest PR in vibrams), just thought I'd give my romaleos a try for deadlifts.

MB_Positif

I have a couple of different pairs of minimalist running shoes that I wear. Sometimes I go barefoot.

meshashesha2012

i lift in these

http://www.amazon.com/Merrell-Womens-Barefoot-Pace-Glove/dp/B005O6PPZK/ref=cts_sh_1_fbt

i also do sprints on the indoor track in those shoes as well.

michellekicks

I wear Vibram Five Fingers to lift.

PetulantOne

I lift barefoot. One of the benefits of doing it at home.

navyrigger46

Skate shoes for me. Etnies to be exact.

Rigger

cwatts0

I lift barefoot as well.

ndj1979

i have been going barefoot lately...squats too ...

MyChocolateDiet

oily shoes are so dangerous for that.

(MFP titles...y u no easy to spell right?)

DopeItUp

Barefoot.

jayche

In the midst of minimalist shoe lifters, is there anyone who deadlifts in oly shoes out there?

brower47

In the midst of minimalist shoe lifters, is there anyone who deadlifts in oly shoes out there?

Barefoot until my garage got too cold.

Now I just wear my running shoes because I haven't been able to justify different shoes for strictly lifting yet.

jayche

Got mine mainly for a straighter bar path during squats (less shift in the center of gravity throughout the movement blah de blah), my ROM hasn't changed much... was going ATG since before I had them, although admittedly its much easier to do so now with the raised heel. Having hard surface to press off of is a giant plus too, although the difference is negligible when you're barefoot or wearing converses/vibrams (huge difference from cushioned running shoes though). One thing I prefer oly shoes over barefoot/vibrams/insert minimalist shoe is the solid footing/foundation the oly shoe provides, it feels like you're nailed to the floor when you're squatting.

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jimmmer

Chucks.

+1

Simple. Cheap. Effective.

Cheri_Moves

Chucks. deadlifting in oly shoes is not recommended because of the lifted heal. You need a flat platform. Besides, chucks are just as great for squatting.

I also have a pair of minimalist Merrells, but only lift barefoot in a pinch. Because with my luck, that would be the day I drop a 45 on my toes.)

Cheri_Moves

i lift in these

http://www.amazon.com/Merrell-Womens-Barefoot-Pace-Glove/dp/B005O6PPZK/ref=cts_sh_1_fbt

i also do sprints on the indoor track in those shoes as well.

these are similar to my merrells!
http://www.gear-up.com/products/view/merrell-womens-barefoot-train-crush-glove-shoe

jayche

Chucks. deadlifting in oly shoes is not recommended because of the lifted heal. You need a flat platform. Besides, chucks are just as great for squatting.

I also have a pair of minimalist Merrells, but only lift barefoot in a pinch. Because with my luck, that would be the day I drop a 45 on my toes.)

Just playing devils advocate here, I love deadlifting in my chucks and do so regularly!
Having the heel helps produce more leg drive (due to increased quad activation) oly shoes generally have a 1/2-3/4" heel (specifically my pair of romaleos are 3/4" elevated). Not much of a difference ROM-wise than chucks either which are elevated by 1/2".

Is increased power due to additional quadriceps involvement worth having to pull through the extra 1/4" of ROM?
Is it worth having to pull an extra 3/4" (vs. minimalist/vibrams/barefoot)?

Cheri_Moves

Chucks. deadlifting in oly shoes is not recommended because of the lifted heal. You need a flat platform. Besides, chucks are just as great for squatting.

I also have a pair of minimalist Merrells, but only lift barefoot in a pinch. Because with my luck, that would be the day I drop a 45 on my toes.)

Just playing devils advocate here, I love deadlifting in my chucks and do so regularly!
Having the heel helps produce more leg drive (due to increased quad activation) oly shoes generally have a 1/2-3/4" heel (specifically my pair of romaleos are 3/4" elevated). Not much of a difference ROM-wise than chucks either which are elevated by 1/2".

Is increased power due to additional quadriceps involvement worth having to pull through the extra 1/4" of ROM?
Is it worth having to pull an extra 3/4" (vs. minimalist/vibrams/barefoot)?

Although I am not a vetran lifter, I am a powerlifter and in my experience (I have pulled in oly shoes) the heal minimizes the power available from the glutes and hamstrings and in most lifters, that's where most of the power/strength comes from.

And FWIW, its against the rules to lift barefoot in competitions (unless its an unsanctioned meet, I suppose.)

jayche

Chucks. deadlifting in oly shoes is not recommended because of the lifted heal. You need a flat platform. Besides, chucks are just as great for squatting.

I also have a pair of minimalist Merrells, but only lift barefoot in a pinch. Because with my luck, that would be the day I drop a 45 on my toes.)

Just playing devils advocate here, I love deadlifting in my chucks and do so regularly!
Having the heel helps produce more leg drive (due to increased quad activation) oly shoes generally have a 1/2-3/4" heel (specifically my pair of romaleos are 3/4" elevated). Not much of a difference ROM-wise than chucks either which are elevated by 1/2".

Is increased power due to additional quadriceps involvement worth having to pull through the extra 1/4" of ROM?
Is it worth having to pull an extra 3/4" (vs. minimalist/vibrams/barefoot)?

Although I am not a vetran lifter, I am a powerlifter and in my experience (I have pulled in oly shoes) the heal minimizes the power available from the glutes and hamstrings and in most lifters, that's where most of the power/strength comes from.

And FWIW, its against the rules to lift barefoot in competitions (unless its an unsanctioned meet, I suppose.)

Thanks for the input! And out of curiosity whats the rules on minimalist shoes such as vibrams at meets? Not really planning to compete just like to know

Cheri_Moves

Chucks. deadlifting in oly shoes is not recommended because of the lifted heal. You need a flat platform. Besides, chucks are just as great for squatting.

I also have a pair of minimalist Merrells, but only lift barefoot in a pinch. Because with my luck, that would be the day I drop a 45 on my toes.)

Just playing devils advocate here, I love deadlifting in my chucks and do so regularly!
Having the heel helps produce more leg drive (due to increased quad activation) oly shoes generally have a 1/2-3/4" heel (specifically my pair of romaleos are 3/4" elevated). Not much of a difference ROM-wise than chucks either which are elevated by 1/2".

Is increased power due to additional quadriceps involvement worth having to pull through the extra 1/4" of ROM?
Is it worth having to pull an extra 3/4" (vs. minimalist/vibrams/barefoot)?

Although I am not a vetran lifter, I am a powerlifter and in my experience (I have pulled in oly shoes) the heal minimizes the power available from the glutes and hamstrings and in most lifters, that's where most of the power/strength comes from.

And FWIW, its against the rules to lift barefoot in competitions (unless its an unsanctioned meet, I suppose.)

Thanks for the input! And out of curiosity whats the rules on minimalist shoes such as vibrams at meets? Not really planning to compete just like to know

Item 10. Shoes or Boots

3.10.1 Lifting shoes or boots shall be worn. They may be of any color or colors.
3.10.2 Shoes shall be taken to include boots; sport shoes, trainer’s gymnastic slippers or any foot
covering that has a patterned molding or foot type outline that provides an inner sole.
3.10.3 Shoes with metal spikes or metal cleats are not permitted.

I copy/pasted this from the USPLA rule book. So pretty much they dont care, as long as your wearing SOMETHING (But your lift is gonna suck if you wear running shoes or say, Romeos ) Some people even wear ballet slippers.

jennifer_417

Noob question:

Why does it matter what type of shoes you wear for lifting?

jayche

Item 10. Shoes or Boots

3.10.1 Lifting shoes or boots shall be worn. They may be of any color or colors.
3.10.2 Shoes shall be taken to include boots; sport shoes, trainer’s gymnastic slippers or any foot
covering that has a patterned molding or foot type outline that provides an inner sole.
3.10.3 Shoes with metal spikes or metal cleats are not permitted.

I copy/pasted this from the USPLA rule book. So pretty much they dont care, as long as your wearing SOMETHING (But your lift is gonna suck if you wear running shoes or say, Romeos ) Some people even wear ballet slippers.

Haha thanks again for the input judging from responses in other forums there seem to be mixed feelings on the matter so I'm still going to give deadlifting in oly shoes a shot just to see how it feels for myself (won't be chasing after any PRs obviously).

And @ the ballet slippers remark, I know someone who lifts at my gym in them! It all makes sense now!

Cheri_Moves

Noob question:

Why does it matter what type of shoes you wear for lifting?

for deadlifting and squatting heavy:
imagine lifting your body weight (or more) on the concrete... now imagine lifting that same weight while standing on your bed.

Which surface are you going to have the best stability and strongest foundations? Running shoes and most athletic shoes are very cushioned, like your bed. NOT a stable platform to be lifting heavy weights from

Cheri_Moves

Item 10. Shoes or Boots

3.10.1 Lifting shoes or boots shall be worn. They may be of any color or colors.
3.10.2 Shoes shall be taken to include boots; sport shoes, trainer’s gymnastic slippers or any foot
covering that has a patterned molding or foot type outline that provides an inner sole.
3.10.3 Shoes with metal spikes or metal cleats are not permitted.

I copy/pasted this from the USPLA rule book. So pretty much they dont care, as long as your wearing SOMETHING (But your lift is gonna suck if you wear running shoes or say, Romeos ) Some people even wear ballet slippers.

Haha thanks again for the input judging from responses in other forums there seem to be mixed feelings on the matter so I'm still going to give deadlifting in oly shoes a shot just to see how it feels for myself (won't be chasing after any PRs obviously).

And @ the ballet slippers remark, I know someone who lifts at my gym in them! It all makes sense now!

Hey, do what works!!! If your having success and its not compromising form, don't change just because everyone else is "doing something else"... Thats waffling, and no one makes gains by constantly changing things.

jennifer_417

Noob question:

Why does it matter what type of shoes you wear for lifting?

for deadlifting and squatting heavy:
imagine lifting your body weight (or more) on the concrete... now imagine lifting that same weight while standing on your bed.

Which surface are you going to have the best stability and strongest foundations? Running shoes and most athletic shoes are very cushioned, like your bed. NOT a stable platform to be lifting heavy weights from

Thanks!

HelloDan

oily shoes are so dangerous for that.

(MFP titles...y u no easy to spell right?)

Assuming sarcasm, otherwise with all the clean and snatch deadlifts that I do, it's only a matter of time before I die, or at least my legs rip off or something!

If you're going for pure deadlift numbers, or you plan to compete in powerlifting then most people consider weightlifting shoes to not be optimal.

Hendrix7

deadlifting in oly shoes can actually be a useful assistance move as it forces you to pull the bar backwards.

heres chad smith on the topic
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OY3wq42gTRI

and brandon lilly does it sometimes
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_FOZ5IT84dA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-l3jVL-GJzA

Huffdogg

Item 10. Shoes or Boots

3.10.1 Lifting shoes or boots shall be worn. They may be of any color or colors.
3.10.2 Shoes shall be taken to include boots; sport shoes, trainer’s gymnastic slippers or any foot
covering that has a patterned molding or foot type outline that provides an inner sole.
3.10.3 Shoes with metal spikes or metal cleats are not permitted.

I copy/pasted this from the USPLA rule book. So pretty much they dont care, as long as your wearing SOMETHING (But your lift is gonna suck if you wear running shoes or say, Romeos ) Some people even wear ballet slippers.

Haha thanks again for the input judging from responses in other forums there seem to be mixed feelings on the matter so I'm still going to give deadlifting in oly shoes a shot just to see how it feels for myself (won't be chasing after any PRs obviously).

And @ the ballet slippers remark, I know someone who lifts at my gym in them! It all makes sense now!

The biggest hitch about pulling in Vibrams in comp would be that you are generally required to wear socks, also. A lot of people buy their vibrams to fit barefoot.