How do we choose the right footwear for training?

Enter any fitness room and you will notice various types of footwear, racing shoes (Nike, Adidas), sneakers (converse), crossfit shoes (Nike Metcon, Reebok Crossfit Nano), minimalist shoes or lack of footwear.

But what is the right footwear for you and the type of training you do?

We analyze every type of footwear to see their advantages and disadvantages!

1. Racing shoes (racing shoes)

If you train for a marathon, this is the right shoe for you, but not for other types of training!

The shoes to run have a soft sole (gel or air compartments) that absorb and spread the forces produced to the impact with the ground. This reduces the possibilities of injuries during the race.

But when it comes to knee flexions we need a firm connection with the ground and racing shoes create an unstable surface, inadequate for knee flexions. Imagine doing these exercises on a mattress … not exactly the best idea!

Recommendations:

Running shoes: Nike Epic React Flyknit, Nike Zoom Pegasus, Adidas UltraBoost

2. Weight lifting shoes (dumbbells)

These shoes have been created specifically for the dumbbells and have a rigid sole that provides stability during training. They have a heel of about 2.5 cm and are perfect for people who have problems with the mobility of the ankle and for people with back pain in the lumbar area, as it helps to maintain a more straight position of the trunk during the knee flexions, thus reducing the pressure exerted on the lumbar area to a minimum.

The weight lifting shoes are the best option for knee flexions (in particular the high bar versions, the front and closed socket), for the hypertrophy of the quadriceps and the specific training for dumbbells.

ATTENTION: the use of these shoes should not replace mobility exercises for the ankle! A disadvantage would be the price … it costs around € 200 and are only online.

Recommendations:

Dumbbell shoes: Nike Romaleos, Adidas Powerlift

3 Not infrequently the powerlifters use Converse Sneakers during training. These shoes offer a stable surface and a good transfer of forces between the sole of the foot and soil. They are a good option for any type of training in the fitness room, especially for various types of straightening.

Trained in flat soles it can be problematic for those who have reduced ankle mobility.

Recommendations:

Payful Sun shoes: Chuck Taylor Converse

4. Crown coaches (shoes for crossfit)

Created for multiple types of training, this type of shoes has become well known with the growth of CrossFit’s popularity. These shoes are an excellent choice for both fitness training and running, sprints or explosive exercises. In other words, an ideal shoe for any type of training, in particular for one of the types of crossfit that combines different sports disciplines.

Recommendations:

Cross trainer: Nike Metcon, Reebok CrossFit Nano

5. Training shoes (shoes for training in the room)

These shoes have been specially designed for training in the fitness room and are a good choice for general training, but for training exercises it is preferable to use another type of shoe (see above).

Recommendations:

Training shoes: Under Armour Project Rock, Nike Zoom Domination TR

6. Minimalist footwear or footwear without footwear

Training without footwear or minimalist shoes offers a good way to evaluate the mobility of the ankle and learn exercises such as knee and straightening. The transfer of forces between the sole and the ground is also maximum, because there is nothing) nothing between the two surfaces. Like flat training, training without footwear or minimalist shoes can be problematic for those who have low ankle mobility. There is also the risk of injuries (be careful not to get rid of a handlebar), so the greater attention is mandatory!

Recommendations:

Minimalist footwear: five -fingers vibram or simply get rid of

In conclusion, the choice of footwear in which you train must combine the type of training you do and your goals. So, keep running shoes for running, training and street training!