Recommend a Shoe suitable for CrossFit type workouts

stockshares

Need a shoe that's suitable for circuits that include Weight lifting, Skipping and Short sprint exercises.

I use Adipowers for Squats, Deadlifts and Presses but these hurt my feet when skipping or running. It takes too much time to change shoes between exercises which defeats the purpose of circuit training.

I was thinking a CrossFit type shoe but there are so many it's hard to choose.

Thanks for any advice.

stockshares

stockshares wrote: »

Need a shoe that's suitable for circuits that include Weight lifting, Skipping and Short sprint exercises.

I use Adipowers for Squats, Deadlifts and Presses but these hurt my feet when skipping or running. It takes too much time to change shoes between exercises which defeats the purpose of circuit training.

I was thinking a CrossFit type shoe but there are so many it's hard to choose.

Thanks for any advice.

Nike Metcons or Reebok Nanos are probably the most popular. I have older metcon 3s and 4s which I find pretty comfortable for most things but not great if your running anything over about 1500m. Haven't tried the new metcon 5s so can't offer an opinion on them.

Bought a pair of nano 9s just before the lockdown so have only used them for home workouts but they seem pretty comfy so far. I think their on sale from Reebok.com at the minute so a good buy if you can get them on sale.

stockshares

Deleted User wrote: »

Nike Metcons or Reebok Nanos are probably the most popular. I have older metcon 3s and 4s which I find pretty comfortable for most things but not great if your running anything over about 1500m. Haven't tried the new metcon 5s so can't offer an opinion on them.

Bought a pair of nano 9s just before the lockdown so have only used them for home workouts but they seem pretty comfy so far. I think their on sale from Reebok.com at the minute so a good buy if you can get them on sale.

Great I'll check their site. How did you find the Nanos + Metcons for Squats and Deadlifts?

stockshares

stockshares wrote: »

Great I'll check their site. How did you find the Nanos + Metcons for Squats and Deadlifts?

I haven't had an opportunity to do anything meaningful in the Nanos yet because it's all been home work out stuff.

Used the Metcons for everything though and found them fine for all the lifts including the olympic lifts. There's zero bounce in the soles which I like and they have the extra heel/ankle support. The only drawback on them is that the laces keep opening.

stockshares

I've been on Reebok site and Nano 9s are €119. Metcons around the same on other sites, I'll look around.

Theres a website called sportshoes.com but I don't know if their ok to use.

Eoinbmw

stockshares wrote: »

I've been on Reebok site and Nano 9s are €119. Metcons around the same on other sites, I'll look around.

Theres a website called sportshoes.com but I don't know if their ok to use.

They are legit ive used them a few times, the website that is!

Alf Veedersane

There's another called Start Fitness you might get a deal on. Similar to Sports Shoes. Have used Start Fitness and was fine

stockshares

I've seen these Inov8 275's on Sport Shoes for 50 sterling.
They have got some good reviews.
https://www.sportsshoes.com/product/ino1302/inov8-f~lite-275-training-shoes/?awc=1074_1587326361_7ed4490d13d32b5992389b0eb220ef1b&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=Awin&utm_campaign=259197
Good review here
https://asmanyreviewsaspossible.com/2018/01/21/inov-8-f-lite-275-review/

Gumbo

Keep an eye on the Nike Site.
Metcons were €63 last week on sale.

stockshares

stockshares wrote: »

I've seen these Inov8 275's on Sport Shoes for 50 sterling.
They have got some good reviews.
https://www.sportsshoes.com/product/ino1302/inov8-f~lite-275-training-shoes/?awc=1074_1587326361_7ed4490d13d32b5992389b0eb220ef1b&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=Awin&utm_campaign=259197
Good review here
https://asmanyreviewsaspossible.com/2018/01/21/inov-8-f-lite-275-review/

I don't know much about Inov8 but I've heard really good things about their lifters so assume those are probably good as well. If you want to spend less than €100 you could look at the Reebok speed TRs. To be honest I reckon as long as you don't get something with a cushioned sole you'll be fine for doing your lifts as well.

stockshares

These are the Gym shoes available on Sport Shoes atm.
https://www.sportsshoes.com/products/mens/gym/shoes/cross-training/?s=4&l=36&slider=30,100

Inov8 F-Lite 275 €58
https://asmanyreviewsaspossible.com/2018/01/21/inov-8-f-lite-275-review/

Nike FreeX Metcon 2 €73
https://asmanyreviewsaspossible.com/2019/04/11/nike-freexmetcon-2-review/

Reebok Nano 9 €81
https://asmanyreviewsaspossible.com/2019/05/23/nano-9-review/

stockshares

stockshares wrote: »

These are the Gym shoes available on Sport Shoes atm.
https://www.sportsshoes.com/products/mens/gym/shoes/cross-training/?s=4&l=36&slider=30,100

Inov8 F-Lite 275 €58
https://asmanyreviewsaspossible.com/2018/01/21/inov-8-f-lite-275-review/

Nike Metcon 2 €73
https://asmanyreviewsaspossible.com/2019/04/11/nike-freexmetcon-2-review/

Reebok Nano 9 €81

I'd go Nano outta the three there. I've never seen anyone with Metcons like that

stockshares

Reebok have 30% off until May 5th.

Alf Veedersane

If I had to stick to single shoe to cover likes of squats, deadlifts, skipping, sprints etc it would be a basic enough flat shoe/runner. Like chucks or similar.

I only use lifting shoes for squats really but I'll often squat in flats.

stockshares

I bought the Nanos. Came to €83 after 30% off + free delivery which is a help.

I have Chuck's but if I skip it run in them my arches ache.

Thanks to all eho replied for your help.

Mellor

stockshares wrote: »

I use Adipowers for Squats, Deadlifts and Presses but these hurt my feet when skipping or running.

Why do you deadlift in Adipowers? Seems counter productive for most tbh.

stockshares wrote: »

I bought the Nanos. Came to €83 after 30% off + free delivery which is a help.

Nanos should be fine for what you need. Ok for general/high rep lifting and running short distances.

If approaching 1rm lifting, stick on the adipowers.
If running longer distances, get proper runners.