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Some links in this article are affiliate links, which means I earn from qualifying purchases. I know the struggle. Finding squat shoes that fit your wide feet can be tiring. And you can’t just wear any pair. It won’t only be uncomfortable, but it’ll also affect your squat kinematics. If you need the widest shoes …
Some links in this article are affiliate links, which means I earn from qualifying purchases. I have a bunch of friends who have flat feet. I’ve seen them struggle with their condition in the gym a lot. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Flat feet aren’t something that you should just accept and …
Some links in this article are affiliate links, which means I earn from qualifying purchases. Sumo deadlifting is a physically demanding exercise. So, you always need to pay attention to the aspects that affect your workout, such as the deadlift shoes you’re going to wear. Although it can be more comfortable for some, it’s easier …
Some links in this article are affiliate links, which means I earn from qualifying purchases. People who occasionally lift weights think it’s okay to use running shoes or other cross-trainers to squat. This mindset is the ultimate squat nemesis! Regardless of your squatting frequency and intent, using squat shoes isn’t a luxury. It’s a necessity! …
Some links in this article are affiliate links, which means I earn from qualifying purchases. The type of footwear you use for squats should be selected carefully. This is because your technique and strength will depend on your connection to the floor. Many people consider squatting barefoot or using heeled shoes. But, what about wrestling …
You might see lifters in the gym deadlifting barefoot or in socks and wonder if you should be taking your shoes off and doing the same thing. Is it better to deadlift barefoot? Deadlifting barefoot allows you to increase balance, reduce the range of motion, engage the posterior chain muscles, and have more efficient force …
It is one of the first questions many people ask when they start powerlifting: “What are the best shoes for squatting? Should I squat in heeled or flat shoes?” For most people, a flat soled shoe will be optimal as it allows the most stable connection between the foot and the floor. But for those …
