- My Forums
- Tiger Rant
- LSU Recruiting
- SEC Rant
- Saints Talk
- Pelicans Talk
- More Sports Board
- Fantasy Sports
- Golf Board
- Soccer Board
- O-T Lounge
- Tech Board
- Home/Garden Board
- Outdoor Board
- Health/Fitness Board
- Movie/TV Board
- Book Board
- Music Board
- Political Talk
- Money Talk
- Fark Board
- Gaming Board
- Travel Board
- Food/Drink Board
- Ticket Exchange
- TD Help Board
Customize My Forums- View All Forums
- Show Left Links
- Topic Sort Options
- Trending Topics
- Recent Topics
- Active Topics
Started By
Message
Lifting Shoes
Posted on 3/14/24 at 6:47 pm
Posted on 3/14/24 at 6:47 pm
The shoes that I’m currently using cause me to lean forward when squatting so I’d like to find a good shoe to wear when doing squats and deadlifts. What do y’all recommend?
16
Posted on 3/14/24 at 7:21 pm to wryder1
That’s not the shoe causing you to lean forward. Sounds like a technique issue. Lifters will have your heel elevated higher than your normal workout shoe. Typically used for Olympic lifts like front squat, snatch and cleans. For deadlifts, you want something completely opposite. Chuck Taylors work nice. Check out some CrossFit shoes. That’s your best compromise between the two
Posted on 3/14/24 at 7:42 pm to wryder1
quote:
The shoes that I’m currently using cause me to lean forward when squatting
quote:
I’d like to find a good shoe to wear when doing squats and deadlifts. What do y’all recommend?
Recommend working on your form and not looking for a shoe to fix your form ....
Posted on 3/14/24 at 7:53 pm to wryder1
I just wear my normal Brooks for squats (front, back, goblet, etc). For deadlifts, I prefer to be barefoot. I don't know why, but barefoot (just socks) makes me feel much more planted when pulling. I tried squats barefooted and just didn't like it at all.
Posted on 3/14/24 at 8:22 pm to wryder1
What shoes are you currently using?
Posted on 3/14/24 at 9:52 pm to wryder1
Converse
Don’t listen to these chuckleheads telling you athletic sneakers aren’t the issue
Don’t listen to these chuckleheads telling you athletic sneakers aren’t the issue
This post was edited on 3/14/24 at 9:53 pm
Posted on 3/14/24 at 10:06 pm to wryder1
Wrestling shoes are awesome to do deads and squats in. About the closest you will get to wearing no shoes.
Posted on 3/15/24 at 12:42 am to wryder1
Gotta know what the hell shoe you are wearing now. Do people even read what they post before hitting submit? Shoes don't make you lean forward, that's what ankles are for, at least that's what mine do.
Don't wear shoes when you deadlift, wear a pair of slides to the gym like a proper weightlifting goon, put on yer "lifting shoes" when you need to wear "lifting shoes", which is probably for everything except deadlift. When you deadlift keep your slides on until you actually lift, kick em off, pull, slide em back on. Don't make eye contact with any gym staff, if they say something, just mumble back to them about yer deadlift slippers.
Or you can get wrestling shoes or something like NB minimus, they're discontinued but you can buy some fricked up ones from ebay, they're just for deadlifting so it won't matter. Chuck Taylors work wonderfully as a "Does It All" shoe, I lifted in Chucks for years, and you can wear em to the GWAR show after you workout. They're just that cool.
Don't wear shoes when you deadlift, wear a pair of slides to the gym like a proper weightlifting goon, put on yer "lifting shoes" when you need to wear "lifting shoes", which is probably for everything except deadlift. When you deadlift keep your slides on until you actually lift, kick em off, pull, slide em back on. Don't make eye contact with any gym staff, if they say something, just mumble back to them about yer deadlift slippers.
Or you can get wrestling shoes or something like NB minimus, they're discontinued but you can buy some fricked up ones from ebay, they're just for deadlifting so it won't matter. Chuck Taylors work wonderfully as a "Does It All" shoe, I lifted in Chucks for years, and you can wear em to the GWAR show after you workout. They're just that cool.
Posted on 3/15/24 at 7:01 am to wryder1
I’m currently wearing new balance shoes that were fitted for me for running. I just got back in to lifting about 2 months ago and now that I’m getting back in to heavier lifts, I notice that when I’m pushing up on my squats, the weight ends up on the front of my feet. I can feel myself going forward. If it’s form then that’s fine, I will work on that but I just figured it was, or partially, due to my shoes.
Posted on 3/15/24 at 8:48 am to wryder1
Shoes will definitely play a factor in forward lean during back squats. Try to find flat soled "zero drop" shoes.
I used to lift in old running shoes, and last year started using a pair of zero drop trail shoes I had bought years ago. Made a big difference, I feel like I can really push through my heels on the way up.
I used to lift in old running shoes, and last year started using a pair of zero drop trail shoes I had bought years ago. Made a big difference, I feel like I can really push through my heels on the way up.
Posted on 3/15/24 at 1:03 pm to wryder1
I lift barefoot.
Posted on 3/15/24 at 10:08 pm to wryder1
I use the Nike Metcon shoe. Pretty versatile and solid base so good for deadlift and squats.
Posted on 3/16/24 at 7:15 am to wryder1
I like my Nike Romaleos for squats.
You should work on your ankle mobility. Usually mobility is the reason your heels come off the ground on a squat.
You should work on your ankle mobility. Usually mobility is the reason your heels come off the ground on a squat.
Posted on 3/16/24 at 9:19 pm to wryder1
Lifted in Vans for most of the last decade, but recently shifted to Puma and love them.
Posted on 3/16/24 at 9:48 pm to wryder1
I wear Xeros now. Feels like I'm barefoot.
Posted on 3/18/24 at 10:21 am to wryder1
Nike mens Blazer Mid 77 Vintage
I always thought they were goofy to wear for weight lifting, but I'd say more than half of the people I see at the gym wear these particular shoes or something equivalent. I have a couple pairs I wear out, but can understand why they'd be use for weight lifting. The sole is incredibly stiff and the heel counter is rigid from top to bottom. There is not a whole lot of flexibility in these shoes. Nike does make a cheaper version of the shoe that uses a little bit less material, although I imagine the ankle support is probably close to the Blazer. Sole is probably a tiny bit more flexible as well.
Nike Men's Court Royale 2 Mid Shoes
I always thought they were goofy to wear for weight lifting, but I'd say more than half of the people I see at the gym wear these particular shoes or something equivalent. I have a couple pairs I wear out, but can understand why they'd be use for weight lifting. The sole is incredibly stiff and the heel counter is rigid from top to bottom. There is not a whole lot of flexibility in these shoes. Nike does make a cheaper version of the shoe that uses a little bit less material, although I imagine the ankle support is probably close to the Blazer. Sole is probably a tiny bit more flexible as well.
Nike Men's Court Royale 2 Mid Shoes
Posted on 3/18/24 at 1:37 pm to wryder1
Page 1 of 1
Popular
Back to top
Follow TigerDroppings for LSU Football News