Proper footwear when weightlifting is important to protect your body and improve lifting results. During weightlifting, all the power from your body should be contributing to moving the weight in a controlled and safe manner. Performing weightlifting in typical tennis shoes can be dangerous because they don't provide enough support. Proper weightlifting shoes support your ankles and core, which will improve lift strength.
VS Athletics Weightlifting Shoe
The VS Athletics weightlifting shoe features a reinforced heel cup, two hook-and-loop straps for added support and leather-reinforced flat rubber sole. The VS Athletics weightlifting shoe retails for $75 as of 2011 and is offered in men's sizes 5 to 12, 13, 14 and 15.
Chuck Taylors
Chuck Taylors are recommended for weightlifting because they offer a hard sole, strong canvas and allow ankle mobility. The hard sole of a Chuck Taylor shoe allows you to feel your feet during lifts, which offers more stability and control. Low-top Chuck Taylor shoes allow for full ankle movement and the high-top shoes can be worn with the top portion of the shoe unlaced for the same result. Chuck Taylors are priced between $25 and $50 based on style as of 2011.
Adidas Adistar
The Adidas Adistar has a cushioned heel which is recommended for those who are performing heavy Olympic-style lifts including snatches, overhead squats and power cleans. The Adidas Adistar weightlifting shoe retails between $90 and $130 as of 2011.
Inzer Pillar
The Inzer Pillar is one of the more expensive weightlifting shoe options, retailing for $115 and up as of 2011. According to Inzernet.com, the Pillar shoe can improve weightlifting strength because the entire length of the sole, heel to toe, touches the ground, which stabilizes your foothold and foundation during lifts. Also, the Inzer Pillar has a Velcro strap that spans across the foot, typically not found on other weightlifting shoes, which restricts the foot from shifting.
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