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Trainers for lifting

35 replies

VincentofJazz · 06/08/2023 07:44

I’ve just joined a lifting gym. I’m completely out of shape but it’s such a welcoming gym - however I’m completely out of my comfort zone.
We were doing a wod and the teacher asked my to take my trainers off (I run so they are made for running) as would be better in bare foot. I obviously need to buy some new trainers as plan to go 3x a week. I read Metcon trainers are good but was wondering If anyone else has some recommendations for a good trainer to buy- they are a bit distinctive and I don’t want to look like ‘all the gear no idea’ in the gym.

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WhatAPalaverer · 06/08/2023 10:30

Vivobarefoot. You need to feel they floor and they need to be flat. Or socks.

VincentofJazz · 06/08/2023 10:29

Gosh that’s so kind of you- I’m a size 6 so they would be wasted on me. Thank you anyway I’m touched you offered. Best of luck with your relocation x

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MistyTrains · 06/08/2023 08:42

Thanks for this thread. I have been looking for ages but now decided to get some converse high tops - benefit being can wear them outside lifting weights too.

TheCountessofLocksley · 06/08/2023 08:34

Yep, agree with the majority you just need a basic flat sole. Converse or Vans are the way to go. Or just in socks.

greenacrylicpaint · 06/08/2023 08:18

my gym recommends plimsol type shoes for anything but the treadmill.
converse sort of fit the bill (flat footed with a good grip). but sports stores or even supermarkets sell ones that would work.

ItsAllGoingToBeFine · 06/08/2023 08:14

Vivobarefoot, Converse, or socks...

Jellyx · 06/08/2023 08:04

Or use converse /vans or take trainers off.

The addidas weight lifting shoes are around £45/50.

Jellyx · 06/08/2023 08:03

Adidas do nice women's weight lifting shoes - if you happen to be a UK size 4 I'm happy to post you mine for free. (I'm relocating countries) 🙂

IbizaToTheNorfolkBroads · 06/08/2023 08:02

Watching with interest!
I also started lifting recently, and wear my running shoes.
Have noticed other people in Converse though.

Covetthee · 06/08/2023 07:55

few years ago when i had a trainer for workouts he recommended high top converse, apparently they are the go to for weightlifting because they are flat

obviously not recommended for other forma of exercise.