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post 1691464273 10-10-2023, 08:36 PM
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Gym shoes for weight lifting and cardio

For those that actually lift, what shoes are you currently wearing or recommend?

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post 1691464443 10-10-2023, 08:39 PM
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nike metcon

kinda stiff but not too bad

as long as u do cardio where u don't need to step (rows, eliptical, bike, etc) then ur good
post 1691464663 10-10-2023, 08:42 PM
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Originally Posted By MakesSense916⏩
nike metcon

kinda stiff but not too bad

as long as u do cardio where u don't need to step (rows, eliptical, bike, etc) then ur good
I was just looking at the metcon 9 in olive green on Nike.com were on sale for $100 from $150. Definitely thinking about em.

I like to do light running or incline speed walk. You think they would be a problem for this type of cardio?
post 1691464753 10-10-2023, 08:44 PM
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Reebok Nano X for a few years now. Perfect shoe. There’s newer models, but the pair I have are still essentially new.

I lift exclusively in these. I wouldn’t have a problem doing cardio in them, but I don’t do cardio.
post 1691464893 10-10-2023, 08:47 PM
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post 1691465053 10-10-2023, 08:50 PM
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Originally Posted By HighTide11⏩
I was just looking at the metcon 9 in olive green on Nike.com were on sale for $100 from $150. Definitely thinking about em.

I like to do light running or incline speed walk. You think they would be a problem for this type of cardio?
IMO no, esp if ur planning on doing over 30+ mins

You can def feel the difference of stiffness from traditional running shoes

mine are the metcon 8's
post 1691465223 10-10-2023, 08:54 PM
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Originally Posted By SwagMorris⏩
Reebok Nano X for a few years now. Perfect shoe. There’s newer models, but the pair I have are still essentially new.

I lift exclusively in these. I wouldn’t have a problem doing cardio in them, but I don’t do cardio.
The nano x2 look nice and are very reasonably priced. Thanks for the recommendation. Take my reps sweet prince.
post 1691465293 10-10-2023, 08:55 PM
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Originally Posted By MakesSense916⏩
nike metcon

kinda stiff but not too bad

as long as u do cardio where u don't need to step (rows, eliptical, bike, etc) then ur good
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post 1691465513 10-10-2023, 08:59 PM
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I use separate shoes for each, I don’t lift and do cardio in the same workout.
I don’t remember the models, but an adidas powerlifting shoe, and a new balance running shoe.

I have no brand loyalty, get whatever is comfortable. The powerlifting shoe will be stiff.
post 1691465623 10-10-2023, 09:05 PM
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Originally Posted By FoulSmell⏩
I use separate shoes for each, I don’t lift and do cardio in the same workout.
I don’t remember the models, but an adidas powerlifting shoe, and a new balance running shoe.

I have no brand loyalty, get whatever is comfortable. The powerlifting shoe will be stiff.
This, I have high top Chuck Taylor's for lifting and Altra Escalante 3.0s for jogging / running . I have special insoles for my feet too

Go to a running shop to get your shoes and insoles tailored to your feet
post 1691465743 10-10-2023, 09:09 PM
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I wear Nike metcons and do both weightlifting and cardio in them. They were developed for cross training, so idk wtf that poster above is talking about. (Super Ded fkn Srs)
Originally Posted By mikebadg3⏩
This, I have high top Chuck Taylor's for lifting and Altra Escalante 3.0s for jogging / running . I have special insoles for my feet too

Go to a running shop to get your shoes and insoles tailored to your feet
I've tried chucks and hated them. They have horrible arch support.
post 1691465863 10-10-2023, 09:15 PM
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barefoot deadlift, adipowers squat.

If you're older, you'd want a runner with more ankle support. Too many variations out there to list, but don't get the knit/mesh yeezy style of runners. Also depends on surface you run on. A lot of the yeezy-type squishy foam ones are great on track and road, but terrible for dirt tracks, and vice versa.
post 1691466683 10-10-2023, 09:39 PM
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Been using the Reebok Nano 9 for quite some time now. I want to try NoBull next. Like gman said, I like cross trainers because they were made to cross train srs. Also, I always look for something with a wide toe box.
post 1691466843 10-10-2023, 09:43 PM
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Originally Posted By gmenfan40⏩
I wear Nike metcons and do both weightlifting and cardio in them. They were developed for cross training, so idk wtf that poster above is talking about. (Super Ded fkn Srs)



I've tried chucks and hated them. They have horrible arch support.
Were you doing cardio in chucks? I never tried cross trainers. But never had arch issues when lifting in chucks . I land mid sole when I jog so a zero drop running shoe is best for me.
post 1691466883 10-10-2023, 09:44 PM
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Originally Posted By gmenfan40⏩
I wear Nike metcons and do both weightlifting and cardio in them. They were developed for cross training, so idk wtf that poster above is talking about. (Super Ded fkn Srs)
u can do cardio in em but they are far from a good option.

metcons are like vans/chucks with a bit of arch

It's night and day between my Asics running shoes vs metcons
post 1691467313 10-10-2023, 09:57 PM
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I like lifting in Chuck Taylors. Any flat shoe works for deadlifting though, like vans or specialty deadlift shoes. I have a pair of oly shoes I wear on squat days sometimes. When I lowbar I prefer a flat shoe but sometimes if I really want to target my quads I'll wear my Olympic lift squat shoes. They have an elevated heal so your knees travel further forward and really puts the tension on the quads
post 1691467423 10-10-2023, 09:59 PM
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high top chuck taylors if I'm lifting.

Either Nike Alphafly or Nike InfinityRN 4s if I'm running.
post 1691472843 10-11-2023, 02:54 AM
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Nike Pegasus

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post 1691476683 10-11-2023, 06:07 AM
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post 1691476993 10-11-2023, 06:16 AM
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I've had Nike Free Metcon 2s for years now, they've held up incredibly well
post 1691478383 10-11-2023, 06:47 AM
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I got my son and I both a pair of Adidas Powerlift 4 Weightlifting shoes. Good for squats and deadlifts. You wouldn't want to do cardio in them, as they are flat bottomed for the purpose of lifting. Not crazy expensive at around $80 on Amazon. The prior pair last 3-4 years.

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post 1691479343 10-11-2023, 07:14 AM
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Originally Posted By SwagMorris⏩
Reebok Nano X for a few years now. Perfect shoe. There’s newer models, but the pair I have are still essentially new.

I lift exclusively in these. I wouldn’t have a problem doing cardio in them, but I don’t do cardio.
I have a pair of Reebok Nanos from years ago that are great for lifting. They're decent for cardio too but I just walk or bike. I've looked at the newer ones since I could use a new pair and they all look too cushiony, not flat like mine. I wear Brooks for dedicated cardio when not lifting.
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post 1691479663 10-11-2023, 07:21 AM
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So i watch watching the pro creator (Hany Rambod) pre Mr.O videos last night and he discuses this topic here.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VGu1...vogenNutrition

I have worn many shoes but a medium thickness nike running shoe allows me to do everything that i want.
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post 1691479733 10-11-2023, 07:22 AM
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OTOMIX Trainers.

Either the Stingray or the Ultimate Trainers. I never noticed much difference between the two.

Other than my Pendlay squat shoes, it's all I ever wear in the gym.

I have 3 pairs; black, white and blue:

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Barefoot or in socks (srs). It feels great to squat and deadlift without shoes. I don't do inside cardio but I do hike and run around outdoors and I'll just wear regular sneakers.
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OTOMIX Trainers.

Either the Stingray or the Ultimate Trainers. I never noticed much difference between the two.

Other than my Pendlay squat shoes, it's all I ever wear in the gym.

I have 3 pairs; black, white and blue:

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I have 6 pairs lol

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Originally Posted By lightsarefallin⏩
Barefoot or in socks (srs).
home or private gym I hope
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I just wear regular tennis shoes but I'm thinking of getting some squatting shoes to target my quads more
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Lifting
Reebok CF Lite TR
For lifters, I have old Reebok's but I am replacing them with Tyr's soon

Implements/Cardio
Nano 8 Flex
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Originally Posted By Ripper908⏩
home or private gym I hope
Yes, home gym.

Honestly, I train almost nude. I only wear small 70s lifting shorts.
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