Weight lifting shoes

superman21 · Jul 7, 2015

I have thougt about buying a pair of weight lifting shoes for squats. The only problem is nowhere around where I live keeps them in stock. The only shoes that seem to be comfortable for me are aesics (not sure if that's how to spell
It) and mizuno.

I am afraid that if I just go online and buy a random pair of weightlifting shoes and they don't fit very well, then I'm not sure if I can return them. Are weightlifting shoes different from another?

So, do any of yall wear aesics for normal shoes and have a certain brand you would recommend?

machomadness22 · Jul 7, 2015

I had a chiropractor tell me wrestling shoes are bad for your back...thats just what he said. So I bought a pair of Reebok weighlifting shoes and I liked them ok but I also have used just regular ol chuck taylor converse's just fine and really enjoyed them just fine. Probably cheaper to pick up a pair of chuck taylors.

Ashop · Jul 7, 2015

superman21 said:
I have thougt about buying a pair of weight lifting shoes for squats. The only problem is nowhere around where I live keeps them in stock. The only shoes that seem to be comfortable for me are aesics (not sure if that's how to spell
It) and mizuno.

I am afraid that if I just go online and buy a random pair of weightlifting shoes and they don't fit very well, then I'm not sure if I can return them. Are weightlifting shoes different from another?

So, do any of yall wear aesics for normal shoes and have a certain brand you would recommend?

I absolutely hate buying things that I cant try on especially shoes.
Im with machomadness I would pick up a pair of cross trainers or
Chuck Taylors. I'm wearing New Balance (890v) these days and my feet have
NEVER been happier

Giants83 · Jul 7, 2015

I bought a pair of Inov8. I love them. Light weight with a decent heal to toe ratio.

lvnp814 · Jul 7, 2015

Check out Sports Authority. The one here in Vegas has Nike squat shoes and the Reebok crossfit shoes. Not sure if all of them carry them though.

dnab87 · Jul 7, 2015

I use Nike Romaleo 2's for squatting/hack squat/leg press even lunges sometimes. One of the best lifting investments ive ever made. Along with my lever inzer belt i think those 2 are a must for heavy squatting/safety.

Eastbay usually has deals and they do military discounts. Check ebay or craiglist also. Bought my girl a brand new inzer belt off craigslist in the wrapping for 50$ cash.

bieberhole69 · Jul 7, 2015

I use Adidas Adipowers for squatting. There was a measurement guide where you stuck your heel against a wall and measured in cm and then translated it to the shoe size. It was pretty exact--and you don't want it to be loose anyways. I ordered online and the size came out perfect.

Bio · Jul 7, 2015

This is a long video, but in the beginning right around the 4 minute mark, Tom Platz talks about the right shoe for squatting. The brand he shows there is the SAFE SST, which is now the TITAN OLYMPIAN.

Here's the video...

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Here's a link to the shoes...

**broken link removed**

HimRoid · Jul 7, 2015

superman21 said:
I have thougt about buying a pair of weight lifting shoes for squats. The only problem is nowhere around where I live keeps them in stock. The only shoes that seem to be comfortable for me are aesics (not sure if that's how to spell
It) and mizuno.

I am afraid that if I just go online and buy a random pair of weightlifting shoes and they don't fit very well, then I'm not sure if I can return them. Are weightlifting shoes different from another?

So, do any of yall wear aesics for normal shoes and have a certain brand you would recommend?

I love asics for weight lifting and for daily use.

jamescb77 · Jul 7, 2015

I just got a pair of inov8 squat shows and within 2 workouts they were worth the 100 bucks

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nfernoo · Jul 7, 2015

Never used weight lifting shoes
5 fingers felt okay. But the fila 4 Skeletal shoes, wow.
I can feel every part of my calve/quads while lifting.

Google&Pubmed · Jul 7, 2015

Giants83 said:
I bought a pair of Inov8. I love them. Light weight with a decent heal to toe ratio.

I saw shelby wearing those on one of his instagram pictures or videos. I'm looking into trying them out in the near future.

murain · Jul 7, 2015

Giants83 said:
I bought a pair of Inov8. I love them. Light weight with a decent heal to toe ratio.

Love their shoes! Great and comfortable.

b_cornelius · Jul 7, 2015

Nike Free 3.0 is the best pair of socks I ever bought.

wizim · Jul 7, 2015

bieberhole69 said:
I use Adidas Adipowers for squatting. .

same

wizim · Jul 7, 2015

b_cornelius said:
Nike Free 3.0 is the best pair of socks I ever bought.

i would never squat in my nike free's. way too soft!

OutToLunch · Jul 7, 2015

I have an inov8 pair with Velcro straps. Sole is completely flat. Not an Olympic squat shoe or regular sneaker as there is no cushion. Great for squats and dead lifts.