Footwear for lifting
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Sumiblue
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What are you wearing to lift? I've been wearing regular sneakers, probably running shoes. I don't spend a lot on sneakers and don't run so I buy what I can afford, like and what feels best. My sneakers are not flat. I do have some Converse low tops. Should I wear those or invest in lifting shoes? I have done some online window shopping and I really like some of the lifting shoes I've found. I was going to try the Converse for last night's workout but forgot!
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I wear normal sneakers... I figure I can get it away with it since I am not lifting super heavy weights and I jog a little on the treadmill on lifting days so the sneakers are good for that.
I did buy some cheapy sneaker type shoes in the "crossfit" category yesterday where the buyer reviews said soles are small and good for lifting. But really only because Reebox was having a 40% off sale so the shoes were $25. I think they may still be having the sale if you want to check out the selection. Can't say if the shoes will make a difference since I haven't gotten it yet.
Not sure if Converse are the same as Chucks but I have heard Chucks are good for lifting. I can't imagine running in them though...
For people that do weights and cardio on the same day, do you change shoes in the middle of working out?0 -
I purchased the $45 clearance Wei Rui shoes from the link below and I like them a lot.
You should definitely at least wear a hard, flat sole shoe like a converse.
http://www.maxbarbell.com/collections/weightlifting-shoes0 -
I wear a pair of cheap nikes that have only a very thin sole (no cushioning) between my feet and the ground. I do change shoes to run when I'm doing both on the same day. Today I lifted in bare feet and that felt good too.0
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I like it better the closer to barefoot I get. I had a few workout with my running shoes and my balance was just so thrown off doing squats and leg-stuff that I only will wear my running shoes if I plan on doing treadmill and am doing an upper body only workout (which basically never happens these days)
I have some Nike Frees that are my gym shoes. They're 2 sizes too big because they were too tight and are terrible for running and still cushioned enough that it's hard to keep my heels on the ground when doing heavy squats, but for now I don't have the budget for the crossfit type shoes, which is what I'd like to have. My foot is so weird though that I have to try them on first, and no store here seem to carry them xD0 -
Yes, my shoes are Chuck Taylor's, low tops. I guess I will try them out next time. I am doing 100+lb squats and 120lb deads now so I am worried about my balance. I'll report back on how it feels with the Chuck's. Thanks for the input!0
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Chucks, fo sho.0
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Chucks, but mine are high tops. They don't really impede any ankle movements and I just like them better.0
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i'm lifting in asics somethings. they're a bit cushioned and have a touch more depth in the heel, but i've gotten so used to them that i think completely flat feet would send me back to square one for a while so as to adjust form again. i have just bought a pair of what we used to call takkies when i was a kid . . . totally flat-soled canvas-top shoes. but i haven't tried them out yet. they might be great for lifting but i have this fear i won't be able to walk in them.
i'm gonna say that whatever 'lift' my runners had in them when i first put them on has probably had some of that beaten down after all these months of heavy squatting and deadlifting work.0 -
Chucks and Barefoots. On arm days I wear regular sneakers.0
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I wear Chucks or Vibrams. The cushiness and heel of traditional running shoes push me forward and impede my balance for deads and squats. If I do cardio at the gym afterwards, it's usually the bike or the elliptical which I find mentally less torturous than the treadmill so I just keep my lifting shoes on.0
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So I wore my Chucks to lift today-much better! I didn't wear socks and I could feel my toes gripping the sole/floor better. I agree, the running shoes tip me forward, too. I felt much more stable today. I'm doing heavier lifts now so i need that stability. Thanks for all the input!0
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Currently in Brooks running shoes but I am planning on getting some Chuck Taylors. I think the cushion throws of my balance, which is iffy to begin with.0
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I did deadlifts without any shoes on today and this is how I will do them from now on lol0
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I just switched to trainers (Nike Flex Trainer 4) today from running shoes, and it really made a nice difference. I felt a lot more grounded and supported on my lifts. They were even an improvement on the elliptical. I don't really do much running anyway, except for warm ups for Bootcamp class.0
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I wear some chucks I got on clearance for $20. I really like lifting barefoot but am a bit squeamish as I lift at a gym.0
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Yeah, ew. Plus, no way my gym would allow it.0
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I'm weird about going barefoot in gyms. Yucky stuff brought in on people's shoes, sweat, athlete's foot, etc. Sure, the gym gets cleaned every day but I still wouldn't do it. I'm not a compulsive clean freak by any means but there are certain things that I am not comfortable with.0
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I have a relatively flat pair of UA trainers I use. Tried using my chucks but they're just too worn out at this point; couldn't feel much of a difference regardless. Also have a pair of flatter runners, that work ok in a pinch.0
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I have a cheap pair of Champion shoes from Target that I lift in. I found the least support and cushion to work well. For running I have some super nice Zoot triathalon shoes, but they are super cushy and shock absorbent, and we found that I was having a hard time placing and keeping weight on my heels during squats.0
