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2012/02/11, 04:32 PM
What's this I hear about lifting shoes?
What's the advantage to them? Are they worth it?
Where does one buy lifting shoes?
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2012/02/12, 09:16 AM
In my opinion they are not worth it for the average lifter. Most are over 150 dollars and really unless you are powerlifting I see little use for them. For my average training I use nike ACG or NB. For squatting and Deadlifting I use converse style shoes....hope that helps ya.
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2012/02/13, 06:12 PM
ioris
What's this I hear about lifting shoes?
What's the advantage to them? Are they worth it?
Where does one buy lifting shoes?
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There are many varieties, ranging from simple to the elaborate, as Mutt stated. And they vary depending on your needs.
Depending on what you are training for and your goals, they may or may not be beneficial. If your lifting just for personal progress, then most lifters get a pair of converse chuck taylors (about $40) to help them in such lifts as the squat. Other than than, you can have deadlifting "slippers," Olympic weightlifting shoes, etc.
If you don't have any of those specific needs, stick to whatever makes your feet happy.....
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2012/03/06, 10:54 PM
i end up deadlifting and squatting in my socks more often than not. i have vibrams, which i like for leg day (but they get stinky so i tend to leave them at home), and i wear converse style shoes when i compete in events that are like deadlifting.
I would just avoid overly thick soles/big thick heels. they throw off your balance and how your leg relates to the ground, as well as elevating your heels and changing your movement .
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2012/03/21, 03:41 PM
Thanks guys!
I hate the look of converse shoes but I think I'll get a pair. I only have trail running shoes with thick heels and I can feel how they are throwing me off.
BTW - nice pics asimmer!
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