Should You Wear Weightlifting Shoes? |

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If you walk into any gym you'll see a number of different types of shoes being worn. How do you know what kind to wear? Today we discuss the weightlifting shoe with the distinguished raised heel. We demonstrate exactly what the shoe is used for, how it can help your technique and if you should wear one in your training.
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@brianmannion7097 4 жыл бұрын

I like to squat in high heels to warm up the knees. Then put back on the crocs and go all out.

@wilsong4096 3 жыл бұрын

Lmao

@jgregg7100 Жыл бұрын

Just tried lifting shoes for first time money. Completely changed my squatting experience. It almost feels like a different workout, removed all the strain from my lower back.100% worth the money

@alexn1168 10 ай бұрын

This is probably the #1 reason I might buy a pair

@jgregg7100 10 ай бұрын

@@alexn1168 I found a used pair on postmark for $40

@brianrutherford3860 3 жыл бұрын

Finally, a no-nonsense answer to a question asked about every day in gyms around the world. Especially when its broken down for different squat styles (sport specific). Thank you Dr. Horschig for straight answers without sales hypes or gimmicky tricks, or using profanity to try to gain viewers!!!!

@MrDerxX 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you soo much Dr. Aaron. This information is valuable, I have been squatting in running shoes and i had no idea about this concept. i will definitely save for a raised heel shoes. Thank you again

@Champion_detailing 5 жыл бұрын

I’ve recently been squatting in converse. Nice and flat but I have poor ankle mobility so I’m working on that. Thank you for your amazing videos

@CN-ly8uo 4 жыл бұрын

I used to squat with regular training shoes, but switched to Adidas Powerlift 4. Couldn’t be happier, no need to correct my leg position during the reps. Huge difference between regular training shoe and a weight lifting shoe!!!

@rueldemesa2707 Жыл бұрын

I've seen guys wear Nike Air Vapormax. The bubbles were flattened and you can see the wobbling on the entire reps. I only use Rom 3, Leistung 16, and for a more raised heel, a pair of Legacy. I'm starting to slowly getting some mobility on my left ankle since I watched your band exercises. I'm learning to warm up a little better before starting squats. Big help. Thanks much.

@anshukrishan841 2 жыл бұрын

Love all your videos. Always well explained and thorough.

@atomictuna5784 6 жыл бұрын

I used to squat in Vibram Five Fingers or Merrell Barefoot Road Glove 2s. I've been wearing Adidas Powerlift 3.1s since mid July and the difference is night and day. The Powerlifts feel much more stable. I still wear the VFFs or Merrells when I deadlift. They're pretty tough to beat for that.

@SquatUniversity 6 жыл бұрын

Thats great to hear that you found what works best for you Danny! I would agree the power lifts are a better option overall for squats while the VFFs or other flat sole shoes are great for deadlifts.

@richardmann3798 5 жыл бұрын

I also deadlift in VFFs. Can’t beat it. I get some looks at my gym but that’s okay!

@batman.._ 3 жыл бұрын

@Danny still you lift in powerlifts? I'm using VFF considering powerlifts

@atomictuna5784 3 жыл бұрын

@@batman.._ yep, still wearing them for squats and OHP. I don't really wear my VFFs much anymore TBH. I wear Merrell Road Gloves or Vapor Gloves for everything other than squat and OHP variations.

@abdullahal-shimri3091 4 жыл бұрын

I JUST bought a pair of weight lifting shoes; I carry them in my gym bag and only wear them inside the gym and not on the street. I've been lifting for years but never heard of lifting shoes until last week. I dead-lift and squat a total of 650lb and wanted to take care of my feet since I'm hitting 40 next month. Thank you so much for this video bro!

@mattkillinder692 5 жыл бұрын

Nano 8, ramaleos 3, and legacy’s. I’ve found that the legacy’s feel the best in the squat. Rams 3 are much lighter but still a good shoe. The nanos are hands down the best overall lifting shoe.

@stepanmusial 9 ай бұрын

I have been using a squat wedge for a while now, really like squatting with using it, lately I have been loading barbell quiet heavily, that makes it much harder to adjust feet on the wedge. Decided to order a pair of lifting shoes, cant wait to try them out!

@liftingafterdark3241 6 жыл бұрын

I have pretty poor ankle mobility and the little improvement I’ve made has taken lots of work and dedication so I definitely use weightlifting shoes! I have the Nike Romaleo 3’s and love’em!!

@SquatUniversity 6 жыл бұрын

That's great to hear!

@guillermo5444 3 жыл бұрын

Extremely helpful and informative!!

@red303dat 5 жыл бұрын

i squat some reebok lifting shoes, can't remember the model but they provide a very planted/firm feel which gives confidence in the squat

@aligboyakasha 5 жыл бұрын

I actually found that it helps my back because I have tight hamstrings and my back starts to lose it's arch at the bottom of my squat but these can help a bit. In the end, though I'm taking a break from squats.

@runesolberg9097 6 жыл бұрын

I bought rebook lifting shoes, yes they are very stable during squat-they feel heavy also- its like having two cement bricks for feet. However... never had knee problems before- very mobile- was thinking liftingshoes for lifting kinda made sense as in skis for skiing. Been training for almost 20 years now-no knee problems---squat:I varm up with light weights and and have a light training season--- when I come home I hear a really bad noise from my left knee.never heard it before--- now 1month later its still there. My conlusion is that I had a meniscus tear, and one of the reason is that the liftingshoe places the weight differently on your knee,also the shoe makes your feet stuck in place- making less headroom for small twists when you go down as the feet looses mobility and the knee takes all the stress of that . So yes, liftingshoes gives alot more stability- but be very focused on your position of your feet so that the knee travels without efforts of sidepressure- make a few attempts to see that your feet position , the angle and stance are correct so you see the knee goes a direct line-as in the knee angle to your foot is the same angle during the entire lift- not going to the sides- or slightly twisting.

@rickrosler 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the advice. I’ve been lifting in a running shoe for the last year or so. Recently I’ve realized it’s not the best for me which is why I am looking at investing in some new footwear.

@WoodShopStop Жыл бұрын

I searched this topic because I've been having some problems with my ankle on my left foot I have flat feet and I've been working out for about 6 weeks to 2 months now I'm 63 years old and I wanted to get some weight lifting shoes to improve my squat technique. I've used them two or three times and the last time I used them I had a soreness in the bottom of my foot at the ankle on the inside and spanning out across the metatarples. I've seen some videos that talk about the pronation and supination of the foot and I think these weightlifting shoes accentuate the fact that I've been pronating my feet for a while now. I've also had some patella tendonitis and right hip pains I started using the three points on the bottom of my feet and walking barefoot and I've noticed quite a change I think this will help solve my problem your videos are excellent and I appreciate that you put them out there to help people like me thanks a lot.

@user-ci1ow4ty3l 3 ай бұрын

This discussion was very helpful!

@rudylabsilica2286 5 жыл бұрын

Very clear advice, thank you!

@phantomlexar328 4 жыл бұрын

I’m currently squatting in chuck taylors. It feels great but I’m gonna upgrade to weightlifting shoes and give it a go 💪🏻

@yusrighouse 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent info as always

@Kennych100 5 жыл бұрын

I use a pair 0f NB cross training shoes for race walking. It has flat insole and heel strike support. They work well as I train in both.

@tylerfoley7836 4 жыл бұрын

Very informative, Dr!

@eespinosa64 Жыл бұрын

Great video. I've done most of my squatting in Chucks. Sometimes barefoot. I recently used Puma Astro Sala. They are very flat.

@frankopanklaric 6 жыл бұрын

Metcon 3 flyknits. They fit like a sock with a hard sole. I think they are 1.5mm half more elevated than regular metcons though.

@gerykis 4 ай бұрын

I've always used a cheapest flat trainer for squatting and everything in the gym . Now I have low back pain , I'm considering switching to special shoes. Also working on improve my technique. I'm waiting for a book delivery - Squat Bible .

@orexgabriel2448 2 жыл бұрын

Recently replaced the ASICS running shoes with a pair of working shoes (with steel toe cups) - also ASICS. They are kind of low on heels but with arch support and very stiff around the heels. So far, seem ok.

@dyardsale5475 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for clearing that up.

@user-jq2pr5jj6o 4 жыл бұрын

I'm in the middle of rehab, working on technique, and only lift ~30lbs atm. Doing it in Reebok Nanos while trying to keep that tripod foot!

@Ablazey10 4 жыл бұрын

E don’t feel bad about it, it usually is always best to take your time when training. Many strong squatters have been doing squats for years. So even if you try your best, it takes months to just improve a little.

@xXAkitokunXx 4 жыл бұрын

This guys youtube is a god send for me.

@garyjill1 6 жыл бұрын

Nice video. Have worn chucks for years, but have below average ankle mobility (which I am working on now with band exercises from your videos!). After watching this, weightlifting shoes might be helpful for a 49yr old guy like me with less than ideal ankle and hip mobility. I think I'm at, or very close to, squat depth that would count at a powerlift meet if I were to ever try one, and maybe the lift in the heel would help my range or make it a little more comfortable for that depth.

@SquatUniversity 6 жыл бұрын

I think a heeled shoe would definitely be something worth considering. I've known many powerlifters to adopt a heeled shoe (even if its a half size powerlift from Adidas).

@michaawniczak9048 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for answer :) !!! Now I'm sure that it will help me :) I use Romaleos 2

@SquatUniversity 6 жыл бұрын

You're so welcome Michal! I'm glad to help!

@LiongkyTan 5 жыл бұрын

start lifting in 2013 in a pair of chucks, decide to use adipower since 2015 (still looks new to this day), try the Leistung 16.2 for a short while, but never feels really comfortable in it, so I don't use it anymore. as of now I wear reebok legacy lifter and pretty happy with it

@MrRaErickson 5 жыл бұрын

Just got some legacy lifters for a hundred bucks Canadian. Great shoe

@windgo16 5 жыл бұрын

My Reebok Legacy Lifters, are always in my gym bag. They are very helpful in reaching the range of motion that I desired because I think I have limited ankle mobility (though I'm working on it) Very good video! as always. Keep up the good work!

@SquatUniversity 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@simoneesposito2436 4 жыл бұрын

hi mate, i also have slight mobility issues that make squats (and all squat related movements) complicated, but a little help like a plate under the heels usually makes life a lot easier. Would you suggest me to get a pair of lifting shoes? Do you think they would help me?

@cm_x7235 5 жыл бұрын

I’ve been recently having butt wink issues, ever since I’ve got a pair metcons I don’t think the metcon is a bad shoe by any means but after watching this I ordered a pair of weightlifting shoes and I strongly believe it’s going to help with the ankle not being mobile enough! Love this video!

@alexz6_plays344 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry for the late response, but did it help with the butt wink issue?

@bobbyCruiser 2 жыл бұрын

I had an ankle injury and no matter what I do I cannot achieve as much dorsiflexion with it. When I squat, the next day my knees hurt. Yesterday I used squat shoes and my knees don’t hurt whatsoever. The only thing that somewhat hurts is the ankle which I believe is a good thing since it’s not transferring problems somewhere else like both the knees.

@eddyngaue6495 6 жыл бұрын

Ok, im chucking out the vans and going to try weightlifting shoes. Great videos btw.

@SquatUniversity 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks eddy! I hope you enjoy them!

@MrJouPa 6 жыл бұрын

i squat with vibram finger shoes, it helps me feel the ground better so that i know if i am squatting from mid foot or drifting forward or backwards

@SquatUniversity 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@tjhr6612 4 жыл бұрын

Flat sole (Jordan 1) for low bar, weightlifting raised heel for high bar

@Icecoolsa80a2 24 күн бұрын

atg pause rep in steel toes don't feel too great but got used to it over the years lol this got me to invest some money into them thanks

@deathblade909 9 ай бұрын

I was skeptical but really helped me ,

@christiangerhardt2408 4 жыл бұрын

I experienced knee pain when squatting with oly shoes. I just don't have that problem with flat shoes. I also squat low bar so the heel is not comfortable.

@mbe102 17 күн бұрын

Found this video searching, "how to make the best use of weight lifting shoes". I can't squat at all, like it just won't happen, my tendons are all whack, but with my new weight lifting shoes, I finally can. Its pretty incredible. Felt like I got a new pair of feet, frankly.

@larsleonard8106 4 жыл бұрын

Intro is so fire bro

@Joe_whatuknow 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been squaring in socks for the past 15 years… had knee pain recently, when I get really low I think my knee is caving in. I just bought my first pair of lifters and knee sleeves. I’m excited to try them out.

@quandaledingle3262 2 жыл бұрын

How are they?

@brennanlilley8345 Жыл бұрын

how are they? i have knee pain because of my knees coming in and am thinking about buying lifters. i have sleeves which help with making my squat feel better but my knees still cave in

@brennanlilley8345 Жыл бұрын

i’m currently lifting in converses

@Joe_whatuknow Жыл бұрын

@@brennanlilley8345 They've helped more than I could have imagined. I wish I did it earlier. You can try putting your heels up on 5 pound plates to do a similar thing.

@etiennela4870 6 жыл бұрын

Low bar squat in Inov8 Fast Lift - They have a slightly lower heel than normal weightlifting shoes, and work great coz of my limited hip mobility

@SquatUniversity 6 жыл бұрын

I'm glad to hear you've found something that works well!

@n-i-c5800 4 жыл бұрын

I own three pairs of Adidas Olympic Lifting-Shoes and have bad ankle-mobility - but my PR's in Snatch and Clean I reached in Metcon's :-)

@marcus_ohreallyus Жыл бұрын

I like squat shoes for front squats and cleans, but chuck taylors for back squats.

@sophiasophista6609 4 жыл бұрын

I feel most comfortable squatting bare foot, I have been doing this for over 8 years. I tried weight lifting shoes, my technique improved a bit, but I feel uncomfortable, so I dhope ont use them any more. I hope this has no negative consequences for squatting long term.

@jacksonsmith5939 5 жыл бұрын

I use my Reebok Nanos for all my lifts and other workouts. I like how it forces me to work on my ankle mobility before I squat and some days I'll do my warm up either barefoot or with my shoes untied to work that mobility more.

@Tuchh 5 жыл бұрын

7:00

@made_with_rage 5 жыл бұрын

I wear chucks but recently as the weight is going up I been using a small board to raise the back of my heel so figured I should invest

@SquatUniversity 5 жыл бұрын

I think that would be good idea. A small board to raise the heels can be a quick tell to show you how the raised heel can manipulate your squat but it shouldn't be a long term solution

@michaelday6987 Жыл бұрын

I have poor ankle mobility due to bone position on the top of my foot/ankle. I just discovered that if I stand on 3lb dumbbells, I can get to parallel depth. Looks like it's time for me to buy this kind of shoe, even for air squats.

@OzzyG815 6 жыл бұрын

I have the same Adipower weightlifting shoes and they definitely do help a lot!

@SquatUniversity 6 жыл бұрын

They're great shoes!

@Axtellman 3 жыл бұрын

Just back squatted barefoot (opposed to my weightlifting shoes) and it felt MUCH better. My back stayed in position the entire lift compared to my chest wanting to collapse on the way up with shoes. Much more calf activity.

@jpierr79 4 жыл бұрын

Metcon5’s with heel insert that cone with the shoes but I’m thinking honestly getting real powerlifting shoes so I can safely get lower. I’ve always had good mobility but a poor back after a car accident in 2008. The higher heel with the more upright chest alleviates pressure on my lower spine. I have good form. I am a personal trainer. What you say about the knee forward is accurate. I’m good form it is absolutely safe provided you are stable and hip position is correct. Great video it was straight to the point.

@patrickbateman1132 4 жыл бұрын

I too have metcon 5 its coming apart in the outsole due to heavy squats so i too am gonna buy a weightlifting shoe with a higher heel than the heel of metcon with inserted heel insert and use metcon s for deadlift , for now i am gonna super glue it

@DamianBrown 6 жыл бұрын

Been using Nike SB Portmores for the last six months, nice and flat and stable ... and I can wear them when I travel (saves taking another pair for casual wear). BUT I'm thinking of upgrading but to a Metcon 4, that'll give me the bonus of being able to travel with them, which I can't do in specific weightlifting shoes... Really for squats and deadlifts more than anything.

@SquatUniversity 5 жыл бұрын

True - the practicality of traveling with less equipment is very helpful as well. Thanks for sharing Damian!

@DamianBrown 5 жыл бұрын

Squat University somehow I’m back on this video, didn’t get the metcon in the end and still using the skate shoes. I’ve heard a few comments that I’m in good company doing that. Maybe when my squat starts going up again I’ll get some specific shoes. Probably not ideal to wear romaleos with a sub 100kg squat 😂

@Bearsmash78 5 жыл бұрын

Addidas for me though the new Leistungs are not as good quality as i expected the crazy heel raise definitely helps tho.

@pldiyom Жыл бұрын

I don’t have tight ankles at all.. I’m very flexible. Over 5 years I’ve worn flat sole shoes (converse all stars) and increased my squat 135-365 (body weight 170-180lb) slightly bellow parallel to parallel with no pain and no equipment at all. I just want to increase my squat as fast as I could. Given that I’ve never used any accessories, I’m thinking that maybe I could, and I’d experience faster growth.

@PaigeYesLee 6 жыл бұрын

I use Under Armour Drive Shoes, UA clutch fit 3, but eventually will get the Adidas lifting/squat shoes.

@SquatUniversity 6 жыл бұрын

I think you'll enjoy the Adidas shoes!

@retardno002 Жыл бұрын

I wear barefoot sandals during warmups and lift in Onitsuka Mexico 66 sneakers, was thinking of getting a cork & leather heel insert for the Onitsukas, I'm not willing to give up on them for some bulky lifting shoes.

@TheBodybuilder57 6 жыл бұрын

I always warm up barefoot but when it’s time to do working sets I put on my Nike romaleos on and man my ankle mobility feels great

@SquatUniversity 6 жыл бұрын

Thats exactly what I preach! That first set with the shoes on feels so smooth after warming up barefoot!

@yungnietzsche2302 2 жыл бұрын

Yo i straight up squat in clogs mane, keepin that Amsterdam foot game strong

@lanestevens9894 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve been lifting for 5 years now and just recently decided to get some lifting shoes. Mainly from curiosity, and just wanting a more stable surface underneath my feet as I squat. Here’s a few things to keep in mind: -your walkout will feel completely different so start light and get used to it first -adjusting your feet while under load will also be completely different. - the raised/non compressible heel doesn’t allow you to really move your feet well. I always like to angle my feet out a little. It’s a lot more difficult to do with the shoes. - this one is a no brianer, but... when you first get your shoes, don’t be so focused on the shoes that you end up allowing yourself to make small mistakes with your technique. - the shoes won’t make a big difference in your max but can still be beneficial

@Vacilando22 5 жыл бұрын

I do my metcons in Reebok nano 2 and sometimes 4 (but their ankle collat is a bit too high to be totaly comfortable) and usually squat and lift in socks 😂 I have reebok 2.0 lifters that I've never tried. 😬🙊 A bit shy to bust them out at the gym but would love to try them as I increase my flexibility

@Foundation111 6 жыл бұрын

I squat in fresh pair of yeezyz

@SquatUniversity 6 жыл бұрын

So fresh

@MoonstoneGypsy1746 6 ай бұрын

I have to use brooks because of arthritis from 16 1/2 years in counting of horse back riding

@phds19T 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. In my country weigthlifting shoes are not available so you are forced to import them and pay a lot of money on a pair. I use flat shoes

@stevenle715 3 жыл бұрын

Just started working on ankle mobility exercises recently. At what point would you conclude that you can't increase it any further and should grab some shoes?

@shanesfit7805 6 жыл бұрын

Useful video

@SquatUniversity 6 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked the video Shane!

@jonahmoore1779 4 жыл бұрын

I love my romaleos but every time I squat above 225 my knees are more sore. When I use my vans or chucks I feel more powerful. I have relatively shorter femurs but I prefer low bar squats.

@estebanlouise8231 5 жыл бұрын

Descalzo!! Backsquat sin calzado!!

@tonyallen3138 6 жыл бұрын

Crossfit Nanos for now, but getting those Adidas Powerlift 3.1’s today in the mail.

@SquatUniversity 6 жыл бұрын

I think you'll enjoy the powerlifts!

@MrBod4life 4 жыл бұрын

@@SquatUniversity Hey squat, do you have any conferences/classes i can take near Orange County ,CA? thanks!

@daryllu2093 3 жыл бұрын

Curious if there’s a preferred order of fastening a weightlifting shoe with both laces and Velcro strap as you have. Does it matter?

@CarlosRamirez-we8zi 4 жыл бұрын

Can you or do you have a video on the right weight to do a squat for the snatch, I use a weightlifting shoe but still have to use the edge of a mat for a little more lift on the heel, And I also use a pair of chuck Taylor's for regular weight training 👍

@SerGyO. 4 жыл бұрын

I use Adipower by Adidas. They are freaken awesome.

@williamsprout925 4 жыл бұрын

I squat with the nike Cortez. I know they got a raised heel, but they’re soft.

@timothyparsons2954 3 жыл бұрын

I know squat in a pair of nobulls witch is a great shoe but there a flat bottom and I tend to lean forward to much so I might check out a pair of weight lifting shoes

@wildmexican12 5 жыл бұрын

I usually run for about ten minutes in my running shoes before i decide to go into squats. So i just always squat in running shoes and never thought about it being good or bad but lately i seen plenty of talk about type of shoes to wear when squatting. So im trying to see if im doing something wrong. Im squatting 245lbs with running shoes (sometimes barefoot) and i did purchase a cheap pair of chucks to test out next time.

@shootdasmm 5 жыл бұрын

I have always squatted in running shoes (Asics). I weigh 85kg and can squat 240kg, so I'm faaaaairly certain it doesn't matter... Not to say if I had better shoes I could squat more, who knows? What I do know is I haven't had any injury from using running shoes, and I've worked my way from a 150kg squat to 240kg under a year using them. Form and proper training is waaaay more important than the shoe IMO. Did you ever invest in a pair, whats the difference?

@age365 5 жыл бұрын

only had running shoes while on thanksgiving break, I got down in my squat on my 5th rep and lost my balance and fell back. Needles to say some adidas powerlift 3.1s are coming my way

@scales23ful 5 жыл бұрын

I squat In Jordan’s. I want a pair of lifting shoes though

@guillotinedeath 5 жыл бұрын

Began lifting in running shoes.. currently lifting in chucks .. just bought some inov8 fastlift 335 on eBay for 45 only downside is the ugly orange shoe laces ahahah.. will come back to see if I liked or disliked squating in them

@rhuntingdon 6 жыл бұрын

Guilty of wearing 'marshmallow' tennis shoes :S. Great videos Doc! They've really helped me understand my body more and especially my difficulties with my ankles which I've rolled several times and even partially torn ligaments playing soccer. Just started Olympic lifting and poor ankle mobility is my main weakness so will invest in a pair of weightlifting shoes and carry on with your ankle mobility exercises. Cheers!

@SquatUniversity 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I'm glad you liked the video - you'll have to let me know how you enjoy the weightlifting shoes when they come in!

@rhuntingdon 6 жыл бұрын

Squat University weightlifting shoes arrived and made a world of difference! I’m actually able to get into a proper overhead squat position when snatching which is something I’ve never been able to do. Such a great feeling! Thanks again for the advice!!!

@annamalainarayanan1192 Жыл бұрын

I used to squat in running shoes and more recently barefoot. Now, this excites me and I wonder if I can lift more KGs if I get a pair of weightlifting shoes.

@lorenzomonsif 3 жыл бұрын

Squat in my sabo deadlift shoes with a lowbar position :)

@collegegymgains1012 2 жыл бұрын

I like Van's for lifting because they're flat and multipurpose---I don't have to switch shoes between sets---but I just snagged a pair Reebok Legacy Lifter IIs from Nordstrom's Rack for $50. The sticker price was $90, but I guess they were clearance or something.

@DBMe23 2 жыл бұрын

Did you get the legacy lifters in store or online?

@collegegymgains1012 2 жыл бұрын

@@DBMe23 In store!

@ThatOneInfantryGuy 6 жыл бұрын

Right now I’m using CrossFit’s but looking at a pair of weightlifting shoes

@Techie.Athlete 2 жыл бұрын

thanks

@kaiko849 3 жыл бұрын

I lift in my slip on vans, but I’ve been wanting some lifting shoes.. I’m looking at some Nike romaleos, but wanted to see some other brands as well.. don’t know which pair is recomendable, is there a difference in lifting shoes when deadlifting or squatting? Thank you again for the vid Dr. Aaron!

@Crown_Royal Жыл бұрын

The question is what is better if you have good angle mobility meaning you can do a proper squat in flat sole shoes. Maybe the weightlifting shoe does give you a better feel but won't it lead to decreased mobility over time since your angle doesn't have to rotate as much as before under load?

@oWMatt Жыл бұрын

I was also wondering about this. Maybe the solution could be that you do some squats with less weight barefoot or add some ankle mobility work here and there.

@Summerbrah 4 жыл бұрын

I'm 6'6, have long femurs and do low-bar squats with quite a bit of forward leaning. If I understand correctly, weightlifting shoes won't help you that much in this case. But when I front squat, I have a really hard time with keeping an upright chest and with keeping the elbows up. Should I invest in some weightlifting shoes?

@kf6pfk 4 жыл бұрын

I use VS lifting shoes to squat and barefoot to deadlift.

@trevorbarbee5576 3 жыл бұрын

What about people with flat feet?

@colloredbrothers 4 жыл бұрын

I'm not an olympic weightlifter yet (Im interested) because my ankle mobility is shit, I bought the reebok legacy lifters and if my posture is more straight during squats i might finally be able to start doing the olympic lifts