Shoes for squatting

[LyricTenor]

I apologize if this has already been asked but what kind of shoe would you guys recommend for squatting/dealifts etc.  My guess is that a cross trainer type shoe would do the job very well but I was just interested what you guys might recommend.  Thanks in advance.

[Stubborn]

I just wear sneakers. Until you get competitive you shouldn't worry about it too much.

[benchmstr]

i wear nike wrestling shoes they only cost $30.00 and have good ankle support,it is always something i keep in my gym bag

[AVBG]

Be sure to wear shoes to support your arches.. Brooks or NB are pretty good.

[WOOO]

i squat bare footed

[Yev33]

I like wearing basketball shoes whenever I train legs, either the mid height or high tops. They provide great ankle support and their soles are relatively flat compared to running shoes and  cross-trainers. I have an old pair of Jordan's that I have been wearing for the last two years, I love them. Wearing whatever you are the most comfortable in is key, for me it just happens to be basketball shoes. When I train other bodyparts it really doesn't matter as far as what shoes I wear.

[Jr. Yates]

i squat bear footed

do you really? i've always wanted to try that. I train my calves now bare footed.

[Overload]

i wear only socks while doing deads and squats...

you want something flat and firm...some prefer to squat with elevated heels and choose to wear boots.

[JPM]

I usually squat bare footed. Better gripping abilities and feel when squating, which a lot of people overlook. (Just a personal note: people might want to do calf work barefooted also for a better feel and stretch) There are DL'ing/squating slippers available, with thin rubber soles that some PL'ers use. Also ballet or martial arts slippers may be worth a look because they tend to be non slip.  I've seen lifters/BB'ers squat with work boots to high grade $130 sport shoes. Take your pick to what makes you feel happy. If shoes worn than one might consider a cross trainer sports shoe fron what I've seen. Olympic Lifters have built up heels for better support/leverage when doing cleans/front squats. Some also have straps around the ankle area. Good Luck.

[CARTEL]

I prefer to wear Converse All Stars. It gives me the same feel as squatting sans shoes.

[the shadow]

I apologize if this has already been asked but what kind of shoe would you guys recommend for squatting/dealifts etc.  My guess is that a cross trainer type shoe would do the job very well but I was just interested what you guys might recommend.  Thanks in advance.

try nike shox...jay cutler also uses these shoes..keeps your foot firm on the ground

[WOOO]

try nike shox...jay cutler also uses these shoes..keeps your foot firm on the ground

shox get crushed by real men squatting...  i think there's some kind of advertising blitz in the bbing community for those crappy overpriced shoes

[HICKSON]

I prefer to wear Converse All Stars. It gives me the same feel as squatting sans shoes.

 

[Monster_Everything]

You can get special shoes for squating ..but they cost like 179 bucks!!! so unless your in the olympics, just use your regular shoes

[pobrecito]

Any shoe with a flat sole is good. Nike 20s, Chuck's...etc.

[TheAnimal]

Try otomix shoes

[JasonH]

I wear puma racing shoes for squatting, deadlifting and for calf work. Great ankle support but soft enough as so not to cause discomfort. Although I do recommend heavy workboots for squatting too as the support is also good. Deadlifting is good in just your socks.

[Beener]

i squat bear footed

**bare footed


...unless you got really hairy feet i guess..

[flexingtonsteele]

Squat bare footed. Creates better proprioceptive awareness in your body!

Actually all standing exercises should be done bare footed. MUCH MUCH BETTER!!!!!!!!!

[the shadow]

Squat bare footed. Creates better proprioceptive awareness in your body!

Actually all standing exercises should be done bare footed. MUCH MUCH BETTER!!!!!!!!!

naah man thats a bit dangerous.i once tried squatting barefooted and i almost twisted my ankles.its fuckin painfull squatting barefoot

[krazee]

I like wearing basketball shoes whenever I train legs, either the mid height or high tops. They provide great ankle support and their soles are relatively flat compared to running shoes and  cross-trainers. I have an old pair of Jordan's that I have been wearing for the last two years, I love them. Wearing whatever you are the most comfortable in is key, for me it just happens to be basketball shoes. When I train other bodyparts it really doesn't matter as far as what shoes I wear.

I'm with you on this one, I have a pair of 3/4 cut as well that I train legs with. I go bare foot for Donkey raises better feeling in the calves.

DO NOT USE SHOX FOR LEGS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I had a friend that twisted his ankle while using shox, there is no support and the shox are way to flimsy, while under any heavy load.

[WOOO]

**bare footed

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[hey_you]

bare foot

[Arnold jr]

shox get crushed by real men squatting...  i think there's some kind of advertising blitz in the bbing community for those crappy overpriced shoes

Agreed. I have several pairs of shox but I never ever wear them on leg day...they are worthless for leg training.

I squat and do calves bare foot as well. The first time I did it, it took some getting used to, but I find it much easier to keep my feet flat without shoes. Been doing it this way for a few years and do not plan on stopping.

[pobrecito]

Nike 20s