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Shoes for Weightlifting
What shoes have you found to be most effective for exercises like squats and deadlifts etc.?
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What are some good alternative shoes for strength training?
According to this article, the principles for a good weight lifting shoe has the following properties:
Not slippery
Incompressible soles
Excellent support
Snug fit
Among the cheapest alternatives ...
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How can I keep my feet cool and dry?
I'm a bicycle commuter in Toronto, Canada. My feet sweat more than most. In the spring, summer, and fall, I wear closed-toe sandals. But in the winter, I don't, and my feet become overheated and ...
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Are Five Finger shoes worth their money ?
I have read about the Five Finger shoes, also on here, but I stil have a question on the Return On Investment of buying these Five Finger shoes. I have read that they wear down more easily.
My ...
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What should I look for in a (beginner) rock climbing shoe?
I started indoor rock-climbing a few months ago, renting equipment from wherever I was climbing at. I've decided to take it a bit more seriously and invest in some equipment, and the first step are ...
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What are the best methods to prevent and treat foot blisters?
I play a lot of 5-a-side football/soccer on concrete, although I used to get the same issues when playing on wooden court as well. I've tried plastering my feet in bandaids, double layer socks, and ...
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Are barefoot shoes suitable for multi-terrain obstacle courses?
I'm planning on doing the Warrior Dash later this year. It is a 3.2 mile (5K) race course through mountainous terrain, mud, and water. In addition, there will also be obstacles along the way such as:
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Is there a general purpose sneaker for casual sports activities?
I am looking for a pair of athletic shoes that I can wear for various sports. Despite martial arts being my main regular form of exercise, once in a while my friends will get together for an impromptu ...
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Isn't it true that all types of spikes will fit on all types of running spike shoes?
Initially, I'd thought that all types of spikes will fit on all types of spike shoes, but after reading this article
If you are buying track shoes with spikes, check the size of the
spikes. ...
