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Powerlifting shoes
Samm471
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how important are powerlifting shoes for squats deadlifts etc?
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A quick google search could've pointed you in the right direction... seems I'm answering both of your threads lol.
They're only useful if you're planning on squatting a lot, you do a lot of the olympic lifts, or have limited mobility which can't be improved upon for some reason.
Even then, it's your choice whether you buy them or not. They're a little pricey, but if you take good care of them they'll last for a while.
The most popular oly shoes right now are the Adidas AdiPowers and the Nike Romaleo II's.0 -
IsaackGMOON wrote: »A quick google search could've pointed you in the right direction... seems I'm answering both of your threads lol.
They're only useful if you're planning on squatting a lot, you do a lot of the olympic lifts, or have limited mobility which can't be improved upon for some reason.
Even then, it's your choice whether you buy them or not. They're a little pricey, but if you take good care of them they'll last for a while.
The most popular oly shoes right now are the Adidas AdiPowers and the Nike Romaleo II's.
Yeah I had googled them they are quite pricey lol .. I just wondered if they are better for squats etc but if I'm only doing squats and deadlifts once a week I guess they're not essential I just wondered how much better they were than an average gym trainer. Yeah your answering both threads but thanks it's good to get good info
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IsaackGMOON wrote: »A quick google search could've pointed you in the right direction... seems I'm answering both of your threads lol.
They're only useful if you're planning on squatting a lot, you do a lot of the olympic lifts, or have limited mobility which can't be improved upon for some reason.
Even then, it's your choice whether you buy them or not. They're a little pricey, but if you take good care of them they'll last for a while.
The most popular oly shoes right now are the Adidas AdiPowers and the Nike Romaleo II's.
Yeah I had googled them they are quite pricey lol .. I just wondered if they are better for squats etc but if I'm only doing squats and deadlifts once a week I guess they're not essential I just wondered how much better they were than an average gym trainer. Yeah your answering both threads but thanks it's good to get good info
You probably don't need to splash the cash then.
If someone was doing a full body program like ICF 5x5 for an extended period of time, I would maybe say "you should consider them". But seeing as you're only doing legs once a week, there's really no point.
There shoes which are better for squats and deadlifts. Running shoes aren't as good for squats and deads because the sole compresses as running shoes are meant to 'take the impact from the ground'.
Something flat footed like Vans, or Chuck Taylors by Converse would be better.0 -
IsaackGMOON wrote: »IsaackGMOON wrote: »A quick google search could've pointed you in the right direction... seems I'm answering both of your threads lol.
They're only useful if you're planning on squatting a lot, you do a lot of the olympic lifts, or have limited mobility which can't be improved upon for some reason.
Even then, it's your choice whether you buy them or not. They're a little pricey, but if you take good care of them they'll last for a while.
The most popular oly shoes right now are the Adidas AdiPowers and the Nike Romaleo II's.
Yeah I had googled them they are quite pricey lol .. I just wondered if they are better for squats etc but if I'm only doing squats and deadlifts once a week I guess they're not essential I just wondered how much better they were than an average gym trainer. Yeah your answering both threads but thanks it's good to get good info
You probably don't need to splash the cash then.
If someone was doing a full body program like ICF 5x5 for an extended period of time, I would maybe say "you should consider them". But seeing as you're only doing legs once a week, there's really no point.
There shoes which are better for squats and deadlifts. Running shoes aren't as good for squats and deads because the sole compresses as running shoes are meant to 'take the impact from the ground'.
Something flat footed like Vans, or Chuck Taylors by Converse would be better.
Okay thanks 0 -
For the average lifter a flat shoe (no/little difference in elevation between heel and toe) is fine. A lot of people use converse chucks, myself included. I also use minimalist-type shoes.0
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For the average lifter a flat shoe (no/little difference in elevation between heel and toe) is fine. A lot of people use converse chucks, myself included. I also use minimalist-type shoes.
I have converse shoes well the boot kind can you imagine with a pair of gym pants on and converse boots haha 0 -
I'm a competitive powerlifter and exclusively use my chucks.
Once I'm fully healed and back up to my maxes, I'll make the decision on whether or not a couple extra kg is worth the cash.0 -
Iron_Miss_Canada wrote: »I'm a competitive powerlifter and exclusively use my chucks.
Once I'm fully healed and back up to my maxes, I'll make the decision on whether or not a couple extra kg is worth the cash.
Awesome!0 -
Iron_Miss_Canada wrote: »I'm a competitive powerlifter and exclusively use my chucks.
Once I'm fully healed and back up to my maxes, I'll make the decision on whether or not a couple extra kg is worth the cash.
I would love to be able to powerlift but I really enjoy just hitting the weights as a whole. I'm guessing powerlifting is the 1rm? I'm new to lifting so not totally sure lol0 -
Iron_Miss_Canada wrote: »I'm a competitive powerlifter and exclusively use my chucks.
Once I'm fully healed and back up to my maxes, I'll make the decision on whether or not a couple extra kg is worth the cash.
I would love to be able to powerlift but I really enjoy just hitting the weights as a whole. I'm guessing powerlifting is the 1rm? I'm new to lifting so not totally sure lol
It's more being willing to step onto the platform and have your lifts be judged. It's fun, it's addicting, and it's a pretty wonderful community to be part of. One of the things I'm loving watching this year is seeing new comers to the sport come in and put up some amazing numbers, especially women.0 -
My lifting shoes are flat shoes that I bought on Amazon for no more than about £6. I only use them for lifting as they aren't comfortable for long walks/runs or anything that needs your foot to flex around. I wore my trainers the other day for my lifts as an experiment. They completly threw my lifts. My balance and stability was off (probably due to the soles compressing).
100% would not lift in non-flat shoes again.0 -
I squat and deadlift in socks and have been for the past two years. Eventually I'll get get lifting shoes for squats once I get to some heavier numbers.0
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piperdown44 wrote: »I squat and deadlift in socks and have been for the past two years. Eventually I'll get get lifting shoes for squats once I get to some heavier numbers.
I just wondered .. they are pretty dear aren't they I would like a pair they are cool!0 -
piperdown44 wrote: »I squat and deadlift in socks and have been for the past two years. Eventually I'll get get lifting shoes for squats once I get to some heavier numbers.
I just wondered .. they are pretty dear aren't they I would like a pair they are cool!
Price doesn't bother me, I'm just not ready for them yet. Just like I don't use a lifting belt yet as I have a ways to go before I would need one for bracing the abs.
I am, however, to the point I'm going to invest in a pair of Inzer knee sleeves. Need a bit more warmth in the knees.
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I wear Chucks or the Vans version of Chucks, and most lifters I see at the gym do the same. I know others that go in socks as well. So I don't think specific high-priced shoes are needed.0
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Any kind of thin, flat-soled shoe will work. I started using my running shoes; big mistake when you get to heavier weights. I don't use Converse, b/c I have to remove the insoles (which is nearly impossible in Converse) to use my custom orthotics (from the foot dr). I bought a pair of Candie's sneakers (basically rip-off chucks) from Kohl's for less that $20. Huge improvement; I don't feel like I am teetering on stilts (like with the running shoes).0
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I wear chucks. I can't remember the last time I put running shoes on. I wear them in to do upper body as well just because I prefer them. I would not squat or dead lift in a running sneaker.0
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I deadlift in merrell trail runners and squat/bench in olympic heeled shoes. I've had those shoes since 2008. They last a long time since that's the only thing I wear them for. Like IronMsCanada, I also compete. However, for a casual lifter, any non-compressive shoe like converse should be sufficient.0
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I deadlift in socks or Vans Eras.0
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Converse all the way here. There's only one guy in our gym who uses squat shoes and he can't lift for toffee!0
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I use Nike frees or bare feet. I'm saving up for some crossfit shoes but they are still all-rounders rather than'lifting' shoes.0
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Well today I done squats in my socks wow what a difference!0
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icemaiden37 wrote: »Converse all the way here. There's only one guy in our gym who uses squat shoes and he can't lift for toffee!
This made me LOL!!0 -
you know in years of lifting I have always used spongy runners to deadlift and squat. What am I missing out on here? Will try socks tomorrow.0
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you know in years of lifting I have always used spongy runners to deadlift and squat. What am I missing out on here? Will try socks tomorrow.
Too much give and the curve of running shoes can throw you off balance.
You'd be amazed what a difference either socks, a proper squat shoe, or a flat soled non-compression shoe for deads will make.
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I have the Reebok Crossfit TR Lites and I love them. They are flat and have a wider toe box than chucks. They grip the floor much better than chucks as well. Best part? I got them for like $30 on Amazon with free shipping. I'm thinking about buying a second pair to put away for later.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00JQQQB5C/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?qid=1441761108&sr=8-3&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=Crossfit+reebok+tr+lite&dpPl=1&dpID=41u3TfJY04L&ref=plSrch0 -
icemaiden37 wrote: »Converse all the way here. There's only one guy in our gym who uses squat shoes and he can't lift for toffee!
This made me LOL!!0 -
piperdown44 wrote: »you know in years of lifting I have always used spongy runners to deadlift and squat. What am I missing out on here? Will try socks tomorrow.
Too much give and the curve of running shoes can throw you off balance.
You'd be amazed what a difference either socks, a proper squat shoe, or a flat soled non-compression shoe for deads will make.
^^ what he said lol
I'm still learning deadlifts but I know it's good for squats. I won't squat in my running shoes again it will be socks from now on my lil size 4 feet 0
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