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Most weightlifting shoes are designed to elevate your heel. But what if you’re a deadlift specialist or a low-bar squatter that constantly feels pitched forward at the hips? The SABO PowerLift goes in the exact opposite direction, featuring a zero-drop ultra-thin sole that gets you as close to the floor as humanly possible while simultaneously … Read more

Not everyone needs a $200 pair of heavy-duty Olympic lifting shoes to achieve a new personal best. For serious beginners, or those who are looking to switch their shoes out from a pair of ski boots they wear to the water fountain, Adidas’ Powerlift 5 is the shoe to check out. It is affordable, flexible, … Read more

If you have issues squatting under a heavy load without your chest caving in, the Reebok Legacy Lifter 3 is most probably a shoe for you. Unlike most of the weightlifting shoes out there, which have an approximate heel lift of 19 mm, Reeboks have 22 mm. This additional lift can be a lifesaver for … Read more

If you’ve been lifting for a while, you probably know the struggle: most weightlifting shoes pinch your toes. For years, we just accepted that a good heel meant squished feet. Then TYR, a brand mostly known for swimming gear, stepped in and completely changed the game with the L-1 Lifter. They built this shoe with … Read more

The Nike Romaleos line has earned a strong reputation in strength sports. With the Romaleos 4, Nike moved away from the lighter and more divisive Romaleos 3 and returned to the heavy, stable feel that made the Romaleos 2 so popular. If you squat heavy and want a shoe that keeps you planted, the Romaleos … Read more

Upgrading from squishy running shoes to a dedicated pair of weightlifting shoes (often called “lifters”) is the single fastest way to instantly improve your squat depth, torso positioning, and force transfer. A hard, elevated heel artificially improves ankle mobility, allowing you to stay upright during heavy cleans, snatches, and high-bar squats. Top Weightlifting Shoes at … Read more

Walk into any serious gym and you will see leather and nylon cinched around waists of every size. This is nothing new. Weightlifting belts have a long history in the gyms and lifting. Some strap it for every single exercise. I mean, it’s hard not to laugh at the sight of them. Forearm curls? Belt … Read more