Your strength training routine just got an upgrade.
You’ve heard it before: Investing in proper gear for fitness is a game changer when it comes to motivation and injury prevention. So your search for the best weightlifting shoes is not in vain. In fact, it’s pretty important, especially if you’re serious about throwing around
. As with any sport or workout, proper athletic shoes are a must. And just like running shoes come in all shapes and sizes, lifting shoes have their own specialties and styles.for their expertise on picking the pair that’s right for you: Lauren Powell, PhD, CSCS, Senior Performance Coach, and Tiffany Thompson, NASM-certified Performance Coach with a BS in exercise science.
You might also want to look for a pair that has an adjustable midsole strap—along with traditional laces—which will give your shoes a more snug fit, allowing for less foot-shifting mid-rep. A shoe with mesh panels and perforation holes allows for breathability without sacrificing the structure you need, and a stiff, flat outsole creates a stable base.
With Powell’s and Thompson’s criteria in mind, we chose 11 of the best weightlifting shoes for women, from the Olympic weightlifting pros toAll products featured on SELF are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission.
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