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How should you pick the best weightlifting shoe?
SELF recommends their top 10 picks, including Xero Shoes Forza Trainer, a 2023 SELF Sneaker Award winner. Experts back up the benefits of a zero-drop, minimal sneaker. Podiatric Surgeon Dr. Jared Gremillion, DPT, says "Stability is key for weightlifting footwear. Shoes made with sturdy materials and a stiff, wide sole will contribute to that grounded feeling you want while strength training." Check out the picks: https://www.self.com/gallery/best-weightlifting-shoes GET THE FORZA TRAINER
SELF Sneaker Award: Xero Shoes Forza Trainer
45 Testers 44 Brands 160 Shoes And.... Xero Shoes' Forza Trainer is a winner for the 2023 SELF Sneaker Awards as the Best Weightlifting Sneaker. Why SELF loves it: "The most minimal shoe on this list, the Xero Forza Trainer focuses on one thing and one thing alone: keeping you stable and comfortable. As it should: Weightlifting shoes are usually best without any added fluff, to keep you close to the ground and provide more power and control through the foot. This shoe ticks all those boxes. It also has a midfoot strap for a more custom fit, ensuring you stay secure and stable." One tester said: “I love that these shoes can snug down to my personal preference: They can fit like a glove or loosen up depending on the activity. They’re extremely light and easy to throw in my gym bag or bring along on a trip. Perfect for all of my weightlifting workouts.”
HEALTH: Forza Trainer wins Best in Fitness Awards
HEALTH Magazine reviewed fitness gear, equipment, apps and shoes for their annual Best in Fitness Awards and Xero Shoes Forza Trainer wins as one of the best sneakers. ACSM certified trainer and Xero Shoes fan, Aimee Nicotera, recommends the Forza Trainer. "These help people actually feel the ground and give the toes lots of space." If you are a fan of strength training/weight lifting and CrossFit, these are worth trying as the straps keep your feet secure, and the heel's non-elevated "zero drop" allows you to firmly plant yourself and complete your weight-bearing moves.
Xero Shoes Forza Trainer Wins Women's Health Sneaker Award
Xero Shoes' Forza Trainer was named a Best in Weightlifting category winner in the 2023 Women’s Health Sneaker Awards! As editor Jacqueline Andriakos says, "Like all Xero barefoot-style shoes, you feel one with the ground thanks to the thin and flat sole. What's more: “The Velcro strap right below the ankle helps me feel extra locked in and stable when strength training." Check out the List!
Outdoor Test Reviews Xero Shoes' Glenn Men's Shoe
Outdoor Test Reviews Xero Shoes' Glenn Germany's website, Outdoor Test, takes a closer look at the Glenn barefoot shoe in this test review. Outdoor Test loved the Glenn's stylish and water-repellent leather upper, flexible sole and lightweight design. READ MORE
Land Der Berge: Summer Sandals featuring Z-Trek
Land Der Berge: Summer Shoe Ideas Austrian outdoor publication, Land der Berge features Xero Shoes' lightweight hiking sandal, Z-Trek, in their list of summer shoe ideas. The writer loves the Z-Trek because it's packable and lightweight. READ MORE
Distrito Moda: Xero Shoes' Aquatic Footwear
Distrito Moda: Lightweight Aquatic Footwear from Xero Shoescredit Jen JoyceDistrito Moda, a Spanish fashion blog, highlights Xero Shoes' water shoes and sandals, just in time for summer.Writer Jose Javier Arce likes the Aqua X Sport water shoe, Z-Trek sandal, Z-Trail EV hiking sandal and the floatable Aqua Cloud. READ MORE
Wandern & Reisen: Keep Cool with Sandals
Wandern & Reisen: Featuring Xero Shoes' Z-Trek Sandal German outdoor magazine, Wandern & Reisen shares products to keep cool. Xero Shoes' Z-Trek sandal, a lightweight hiking style, is listed as one of the "all in one" sandals to wear this summer. Click here
Allesbeste: Best Women's Trail Running Shoes
Allesbeste reviewes Xero Shoes' HFS Running Shoe and names it as the Best Minimalist shoe on the list. "The HFS running shoe for women is beautiful, ultra-light minimalist shoe. The ultra-light weight makes it almost impossible to forget you're wearing a shoe, which is emphasized by the wide toe box." READ MORE
Field & Stream Features Two Xero Shoes in "Best Trail Hiking Shoes for 2023"
Best for Wide Feet: Xero Shoes Scrambler Mid "The Scrambler has an extremely large toe box that will allow your feet to flex naturally over a variety of terrain. These shoes feature a rather interesting tread design that was designed in conjunction with Michelin tires, the whole idea being to create the equivalent of a mountain bike tire for your feet. The lugs provide some nice grip over rocks and will prevent slipping in muddy areas. As a bonus, Xero Shoes gives the Scrambler Mid outsoles a 5,000-mile warranty, significantly more miles than most boots and shoes are projected to last." Best Lightweight: Xero Shoes DayLite Hiker Fusion "This is one of the most comfortable pairs of shoes on the market today. The DayLites have a heel that is flat and level with the inner drop sole for a more natural stance while walking. The footbed is also wide and cushy. The idea is to allow the foot to operate more naturally inside the shoe. Combine that concept with the light weight, and you have a minimalist pair of hiking shoes that is perfect for a variety of hiking scenarios." READ MORE
Allesbeste: HFS is one of the Best Women's Running Shoes
Allesbeste, a German media outlet that seeks out the best products in different categories, tests 33 running shoes to pick their favorites. Xero Shoes' HFS, our most popular road running shoe, was named the best minimalist style for women. What Allesbeste liked most about the HFS: Comfortable fit Lightweight Wide toe box Vegan They recommend the women's HFS as a great shoe for barefoot runners. SEE THE LIST
Running.Es: Are We Really Born to Run?
Running.Es: Do we really need more cushion in our shoes? Running.Es got the opportunity to interview Xero Shoes' partners, Christopher McDougall and Eric Orton. He poses the controversial question: do we need cushioning in our shoes? In this interview, McDougall and Orton talk about: Why create a second "Born to Run" book Why don't we need cushioning in our shoes What are the "7 Freedoms" of running READ MORE
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