5 Shoes You Should Be Working Out In

Monday Motivation time, Gents! It’s time to update your workout shoe game. That means leave the Air Force Ones at home. At the gym, you need to be prepared both mentally and physically. The right equipment will take your workout from zero to hero. Here are 5 shoes that are going to ensure you are maximizing your efforts and keeping yourself safe.

the heavy-lifter

NikeWrestlingIf you’re a dude who likes to lift hard, try working out in a pair of wrestling shoes like these from Nike. Believe it or not, power lifting can be very taxing on your ankles so the high top design adds stability. Also, the flatter sole of the shoe lets your foot grip more naturally with the ground.

 

 

 

the runner

BrooksRunnerIf you’re the guy who’s convinced he’s gonna meet a cute girl at the gym, you probably go and run on the treadmill. Get yourself a neutral running shoe like these from Brooks. They’re going to provide stability and a solid range of motion. Beware not to attempt too much cross training as the low cut design and textured sole can easily lead to a rolled ankle, which can easily lead to you sitting on the couch and getting fat.

 

 

 

the crossFitter

JordanTrainerPrograms like Crossfit have exploded in popularity over the last few years. If you’re participating in cross-training workouts, having an actual cross-training shoe is essential. These from Jordan Brand don’t just look great, the slim design and flatter sole are going to allow you to make quick cuts, jump rope, box jump and anything else your crazy trainer throws at you. If you have weak ankles, you may want to get something in a higher cut or else rock some ankle braces (no shame!).

 

 

The baller

APLBasketballGetting fit through team sports is and always will be one of the best forms of working out. Having state of the art basketball shoes like these from Athletic Propulsion Labs will scientifically improve your ability. Seriously, they’ve been banned in the NBA for increasing your vertical! When you win, it’s your opponents fault for not taking advantage of available technology. P.S. These will also work great on the racquetball court, gents.

 

 

The casually fit

AdidasCasualA lot of dudes aren’t hyper-focused on their fitness and gym attendance, which is fine. If you fall into this category then invest in something versatile like these ZX Flux from Adidas. They’ll be supportive for the casual weight routine or stair master climb and still be flexible and comfortable enough without putting a major dent in your bank account.

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