TYPES OF SHOES FOR WEIGHT LIFTING IMPROVEMENTS

Running Shoes

One of the most overlook accessories for weight lifting is the type of shoes that are worn by athletes.

Running shoes are commonly used by the general public as its portrayed as sports shoes, however, wearing running shoes for heavy weight lifting is potentially dangerous to the athlete who is wearing them. Due to the light soft rubber insole and out-sole of the shoe as it is built for long-distance running with its cushioning and curve-like structure. With those elements, it could not support fully while lifting a heavyweight causing a rocking motion during the lift, potentiality throwing off balance.

Therefore shoes with hard rubber and a flat-out sole are highly recommended for heavy lifting. Due to its heavyweight and solid stability that holds on the foot of the athlete during its lift having no rocking motion giving full confidence to train effectively. Shoes such as Converse, Vans, Nike Air Jordan 1s, Nike Blazers, or Nike Air Force 1s. Those are the common flat-out sole shoes. However, sports apparel Companies had put into consideration to make shoes specifically for weight lifters with a high cost.