I appreciate this. Nike has their summer sale so I’m trying to figure out which workout shoe is best

I bought the Vivobarefoot Motus & Inov8 Fastlift Power G380 based on your reviews so cheers for that, keep up the good work.

@thatfitfriend

6 ай бұрын

Ay, love hearing that! Let me know how you like them!

@PrivacyTermsCopyriii

6 ай бұрын

@@thatfitfriend I’m really liking the Inov8, still wondering if perhaps I should have ordered my usual size, I followed the consensus and went up half a size to 10.5 based on my size 10 in Nike (especially after having to take a belt sander to the insoles of my old Romaleos to provide enough room in the toe box so it didn’t feel like a toe coffin) and I have wondered if there’s a touch too much wiggle room, especially on my smaller foot (unhelpfully there’s nearly half a size difference between left and right) but I can’t fault the shoes. They (the Inov8’s) have been extremely comfortable, excellent flexibility in the forefoot to promote/facilitate more natural movement, solid feel on the heel and superb grip from the sole. The only criticisms I could levy at them from my admittedly limited use is the quality of the stitching on the strap, the fragility of the hook portion of the Velcro and how little it seems to be stitched in on the body of the shoe is a bit disappointing, it don’t feel as secure as the Romaleos straps and similar. Haven’t tried the Vivo yet, waiting for them to arrive lol.

@thatfitfriend

6 ай бұрын

@@PrivacyTermsCopyriii I hear ya. The Inov-8 will def have a lighter feeling with their upper compared to the Rom 4s builkier build. IMO, if you're not having heel slip issues or sliding too much in the toe box then the sizing is prob just fine!

Great review!

@thatfitfriend

2 ай бұрын

Thank you

Can't wait to hear your thought on the new tribase regins

@thatfitfriend

6 ай бұрын

They come in tomorrow!

thank you for the review. really helpful. I was looking for a proper shoe next to my metcon 9 especially for days when running was programmed. it is like an add on to my shoe rack. Also did a Murph with it and running part was absolutely great. there was a nike discount and bought it like 50 bucks aboulte bargain.

@thatfitfriend

Ай бұрын

Heck yeah, love hearing that!

Exactly my thoughts indeed: nice shoe for beginners and overweight people who are back to training after a long break, my case. I've been doing HIIT at a very intense rate before a work accident that forced me to undergo a rotator cuff surgery: no shoulder, no training 😑 Now that I'm back in the "business" I really enjoy those shoes, they're not THAT narrow to me, and my feet are flat and wide (specially with 25 kilos more than a year ago !). I can't fit in the Free Metcons or Nike Volley Ball shoes like the Zoom Hyperspeed for example, thats' why I do HIIT cardio plyo: I'm a 5.3 "tall" libero that needs explosiveness and speed, flexibility more than weightlifting, my go to exercise at warm ups are the burpees, best warm up for VB players IMHO. Like I've already said in your other video about these shoes, yeah I agree that they have to be mixed with other shoes like the Nano X1 to X3 (those were my go to shoes for years) that I'll use again when i'll get stronger with these TR1s, and also the Metcon Turbos that are more "barefoot" kind of, when my joint will get stronger. I've got some old but gold Metcon 7s that I love for weightlifting, really strong and stable heel plate. Rotating sure is the key to keep motivation ;-)

Hey I appreciate your content. Subscribed a couple months back and have found your reviews helpful. I notice you review a wide range of fitness shoes. Any chance you could explain why you work out with both barefoot/minimalist shoes and traditional fitness shoe brands (Nike, adidas, Reebok, etc.) that aren’t minimalist? I would appreciate it.

@thatfitfriend

6 ай бұрын

Ay, thanks for that! I rotate based on what I'm feeling and the workout I'm doing. I look at shoes as tools designed to help me accomplish different tasks. Instead of going all in on one style of shoe like a barefoot shoe, for example, I like to vary what I use based on what will help me perform my best. Some workouts I like an elevated heel while others I want more ground feel and a lower stack height. It's personal preference along with what helps me perform my best!

Hello. First of all, congrats and thankyou for your videos, man. Very useful. You mention in the video, there are better options if you are looking for just one shoe. Can you mention what models are those?

@thatfitfriend

10 күн бұрын

Thank you! How do you train specifically? Can give best recs based on that

@user-uv7ip7yy5h

9 күн бұрын

@@thatfitfriend I do some calisthenics and lifting routine to hipertrophy/strength. Some of the favorite shoes ive had were nike free trainer 5.0 and nike free x metcon. I like those ecause you can go for little runs, sprints, plyometrics and even HIIT on those. Most comfortable shoes ive used for train. The thing is that when you carry some weight you can feel how the sole is being squeezed. Right now im using a "cheap" option called nike flex control tr 4 while i decide which one to buy. I have to mention last year i started doing deadlifting and i liked, i felt with more control while doing it barefoot. I want to start doing more powerlifting moves, so i heard about RYDERWEAR shoes. I was planning on buying the D-MAK. would you recommend me those? i also like to do sprints, in plane and uphill. sometimes i even did it using some pegasus, but i prefer firmer shoes. i was planning to buy the nike rival waffle to do that. hope you can get me your opinion. PS. Sorry for all the text

is this my best option for athletic based training/agility/speed/plyometrics/power or are there shoes from other brands u think are better suited in that regard? Thanks for the content!

@thatfitfriend

6 ай бұрын

These are solid! Other brands have good pairs, but if you like these, I wouldn't overthink it!

So I bought a pair of these and the dropset trainer 2's a few months ago and right from the start I loved the dropset trainer's but i didn't care much for the Nikes, they were uncomfortable and i felt for the price I should have gotten something better. Fast forward to now and I really like these Nike's , it took several training sessions to break in but once they did, they became one of my favorite cross training shoes. I wear them on upper body days and for most metcons and wear the dropset's on leg day. I wear a 10.5 in both of these shoes for reference.

@thatfitfriend

6 ай бұрын

Love it!

Thanks for this review. I also read/watched your review of the Reebok Nanoflex TR 2.0. How do the Nike Air Zoom TR 1 compare to the Reebok Nanoflex TR 2.0? Which would you say is the most versatile for moderate (some heavy) weightlifting, HIIT, plyometrics and short runs?

@thatfitfriend

5 ай бұрын

The Zoom TR 1 will be more versatile across the board! The midsole is a lot more plush and "bouncy".

@jamesv.791

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for quick reply and the advice@@thatfitfriend !

@thatfitfriend

5 ай бұрын

@@jamesv.791 welcome! 🤝

Hi Jake, I bought a couple of shoes to try. These were one of them and I'm still pretty unsure what to buy. I went to the gym when I played American Football but stopped after an injury an decided to focus more on music and university. This year I wanted to start again and look a bit more for my physical and mental health so I got a wellpass from my job and decided to hit the gym again. I don't plan on doing heavy lifting. More lifting with machines and cardio(treadmill, cycling, rowing machine and swimming). I bought a Nike Metcon 9, Nike Air Zoom Tr1 and an Adidas Rapidmove ADV. I'm not really sure which shoe is the best for my needs and struggling to decide which I should keep or if I should look out for a totally different shoe. Sorry for my bad English and greetings from Germany

@thatfitfriend

6 ай бұрын

I'd stick with the Air Zoom TR 1 or Rapidmove. Metcon 9 will be meh for cardio work. Think you'll be fine with either and you can always pivot as you get more into and niche. No stress or overthinking!

Hi Jake A little advice: i am looking for a new pair of gym shoes and not too sure which one to get. I usually go to the gym 5 days a week but two sessions are all dedicated to running (around 10 k per session), while the other 3 times are for chest, arms and legs training. What would you suggest? I would not want to spend lot of money..not more than 120 dollars

@thatfitfriend

4 ай бұрын

These can be a decent option, imo! The new Inov-8 F-Fly also work exceptionally well

@thatfitfriend, what recommendations do you have for a hybrid shoe (45 mins weight lifting then 20-30 mins cardio) that still looks fresh?

@masonsmith9177

5 ай бұрын

For context, I have some Hokas, for outdoor running; but I don’t really want to bring two shoes to the gym. So this gym pair would be use 60% time for weightlifting and 40% cardio machines.

@thatfitfriend

5 ай бұрын

Should be fine, I feel! If they don’t, I know it’s a pain to bring two shoes but when push comes to shove. Performance/comfort >> a little extra leg work

I’m going to be doing a lot of hard sprinting and lifting, so I was wondering if I should get the air zoom tr1 or nike MC trainer 2? I’ll be using the shoes almost everyday

@thatfitfriend

6 ай бұрын

Zoom TR 1 between these two

Hi Jake. Question for you. What shoes would you recommend for me? I play ball hockey. So lots of sprinting, cutting, stoping, starting on concrete. I’m struggling to find a pair that seems to make sense.

@thatfitfriend

Ай бұрын

These could work! I’d also look into models like the inov8 f lite 235 v3 and new balance minimus of project rock bsr 4

You talk about shoes that are better and also versatile enough to be a one shoe does it all type of thing. Which ones are they? I'm sure the RAD One is one? I'm looking for 1 shoe to do it all so I'm keen on your response.

@thatfitfriend

Ай бұрын

RAD ONE, UA TriBase Reign 6, Haze (if you want a shoe for a lot of daily wear), Nano X4 - all will give you a bit more for lifting and can also be used for HIIT/CrossFit. These are also solid, though, if you're not super concerned with stability when lifting and CrossFit.

Wondering what your thoughts are on this shoe for “Murph” training, being its lighter weight.

@thatfitfriend

3 ай бұрын

Should be fine, imo!

@germanaguirre4413

3 ай бұрын

Thanks bro@@thatfitfriend

Hi, nice video! I am an absolute beginner and would like to run on a treadmill and start strength training. I do have weak knees. Is this shoe recommended? Plus point: it's on sale at my place (€60) For example, is the Nike MC Trainer 2 more suitable? (also around €60) Thanks.

@thatfitfriend

6 ай бұрын

Yep! I grab these on sale

@noaheshuis5011

6 ай бұрын

@@thatfitfriend Thanks.

@thatfitfriend

6 ай бұрын

@@noaheshuis5011 🤝🤝

I like this shoe. I am considering it because now it is on sale at 70 USD. I think at this price it could be a good deal. I am not convinced by the upper that, as you said, it is not breathable.

@thatfitfriend

6 ай бұрын

Yeah, $70 isn't bad for em!

Hi Which one do u recommend for workout, crossfit and everyday running shoes? Suggest me one shoe for all three

@thatfitfriend

16 минут бұрын

Try the RAD ONE or inov8 f fly

For the same price, which would you recommend for pure gym only? Perhaps UA Tribase Reign?

@thatfitfriend

Ай бұрын

If you can get the Reign for a good price, cop those over these or Mc!

@yogabyaakaash

Ай бұрын

@@thatfitfriend I love the Reign but not getting them on sale! So I guess the Reign would work better than the ZOOM TR?

What shoe would you recommend for everything over this pair? Can get em for 67 bucks right now

@thatfitfriend

2 ай бұрын

I'd cop these! That's a solid deal for em if you need a shoe for a bit of everything and you're not going crazy heavy with weights

@wadec6799

2 ай бұрын

@thatfitfriend had em on dicks sporting goods and got em for my son he's Startin a workout program he's young only 11 but he's a Lil beast and figure after doin some research and watchin your review here these are exactly what he needed .... mostly speed training some sprints box jumps and then some lighter weight lifting but man I watch a lot of reviews from basketball shoes for all 3 of my kids to football and baseball cleats and now speed strength training !!!! But ya did a great job man and def got a new subscriber

@thatfitfriend

2 ай бұрын

@@wadec6799 oh hell yeah! That’s sick - hope the new kicks are 👌 Thank you!

would you say these or the nano x4 are better for jump roping?

@thatfitfriend

23 күн бұрын

These!

@itskearny

23 күн бұрын

@@thatfitfriendthanks for the reply! Will order these and give it a try, tried on the x4 yesterday. Felt not enough cushion for my liking. Also considering Pegasus 41

@thatfitfriend

23 күн бұрын

@@itskearny think you’ll vibe with these more

Talla correcta o son amplios??

@thatfitfriend

6 ай бұрын

Not super wide!

tff

Got these for 97 dollars. Steal at that price!

@thatfitfriend

4 ай бұрын

Sickkkk!