The first time I put on real lifting shoes, it was a revelation. My feet were so stable during squats, it was like they were glued to the ground. They were so comfortable I forgot to take them off ...

For weight training, it’s better to have a flat sole,” Samantha says ... While you can get proper weightlifting shoes that are designed to help you boss your one rep max, for those of us ...

While it’s not the best shoe for powerlifting or olympic weightlifting ... more stable they'll feel when they lace up in these. The flat sole ensures constant, even contact with the floor ...