*** The 2017 Gym Rats Thread ***

Can someone recommend a cheap pair of gym shoes for weight training? No running, just weights, floor exercises etc. Thinking cons or similar?
 
I prefer squatting bare foot to be honest, or socks. I'm using old running trainers now with quite aggressive in soles and I find it puts too much weight over the ball of my foot when squatting.
 
ChrisD. said:
I prefer squatting bare foot to be honest, or socks. I'm using old running trainers now with quite aggressive in soles and I find it puts too much weight over the ball of my foot when squatting.
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That sounds more like a form problem, but hey.

Just get something with a solid sole (Converse, Vibrant, whatever) and you will be fine.
 
ChrisD. said:
It's the trainers that do it because in barefoot it's much better.
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Or perhaps having a squishy sole vs hard floor amplifies any balance problems...? ;)

Having bad form isn't embarrassing as we have all been there (I still am)... But buying shoes to fix potentially bad form is not a great idea.

IF you are concerned, post a video and there are loads of experienced people who will be happy to help. However, if you squat 200kg for reps then the discussion is moot.
 
I have pretty weird insoles which were given to me by Headley Court when I was there. They angle my feet in an odd way which was to help with my scoliosis when running. Truth is I've had so many issues with running that I've just given up now so I do weight training and bike (road bike and also the machine in the gym) for CV.

I want to change trainers because they are old, knackered and have seen far too many miles to be used. The sides of them around the movement points are tearing so they're pretty dead. It has nothing to do with form or to help me, it's simply because I need a new pair of trainers. :)
 
I'm still convinced my squat form is bad but my gym partner really isn't good with feedback and just says they are fine.
 
ChrisD. said:
I have pretty weird insoles which were given to me by Headley Court when I was there. They angle my feet in an odd way which was to help with my scoliosis when running. Truth is I've had so many issues with running that I've just given up now so I do weight training and bike (road bike and also the machine in the gym) for CV.

I want to change trainers because they are old, knackered and have seen far too many miles to be used. The sides of them around the movement points are tearing so they're pretty dead. It has nothing to do with form or to help me, it's simply because I need a new pair of trainers. :)
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Core training, rehab and strengthening. You are in the right place! :)
 
Adipower in size 12 on Amazon Warehouse for £36 but all reviews point that it's a narrow shoe so no chance for me.
 
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