Fitness
They’ll offer support whether you run, lift, jump… the list goes on.
And when you’re in a strength, weight lifting, or boxing zone, stabilization is a must.
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The Experts
Julia Gautreaux, CPT,a trainer atRumble Boxing.
Heather Kiddoo, a trainer and owner ofLive Active 563.
Michele Riechman, DPT, trainer and physical therapist.
Isaac Robertson, a CISSN and ISSA-certified trainer and co-founder ofTotal Shape.
Andrew Lenau, an ISSA-certified personal trainer and sports nutritionist.
Shaun Zetlin, trainer with Zetlin Fitness.
Chelsea Young, CPT, a certified personal trainer.
Katie Corio, a certified strength and conditioning coach and founder of Corio Fitness and Corio Active.
Plus, its stable enough to squat in.
A thick toe bumper provides additional surface traction for explosive takeoffs and landings.
And it has plenty of heel and collar padding for extra comfort and a secure fit.
She says she can hit the bag, hit the treadmill, and hit the weights in these.
This version of the Nike Metcon is tougher and more stable than previous versions of the shoe.
They get bonus points for having unisex and gender-neutral options in both fit and color, Gautreaux says.
ASICS Gel-Contend 6
Trainer and physical therapistMichele Riechman, DPTrecommends theGel-Contend 6 from ASICS.
I really like this for the summer and hotter months, she tells Bustle.
It gives a great fit and allows air to come in and out of the shoe.
Thats thanks to the breathable mesh upper.
Riechman notes that these ASICS are extra sturdy and provide great support to the arch of the foot.
The cushioning comes from the brands rearfoot GEL technology, an AMPLIFOAMTM midsole, and an OrthoLiteTM sockliner.
As an added bonus, they also look cute enough to wear around town while you run errands.
They offer great stability and help you perform sweaty workouts, he says.
New Balance Minimus TR
TrainerShaun Zetlinsays he always recommends theNew Balance Minimus TR.
It’s extremely comfortable and very lightweight, he tells Bustle.
Its also durable since it provides greatankle stabilityfor strength training and walking.
The sneaker is also breathable, flexible, and comfy enough to wear without socks, Zetlin says.
NoBull Black IVY Trainers
Another sneaker that you’re free to wear anywhere is theNoBull Black Ivy Trainers.
You want something that is versatile and ready to go in whatever training you are doing for the day.
Ive had mine for over a year and wear them almost daily, she tells Bustle.
They are still holding up very well.
The sole is intact, they still have comfort, and they look good I highly recommend them.
This classic sneaker offers strategic breathability across high-heat areas of the foot.
It also has a slimmer heel collar and reduced tongue bulk so you feel extra comfy.
Wear them when you run, walk, or bop around town.
It has a sleek silhouette with a synthetic leather upper and midfoot saddle for maximum fit and comfort.
This article was originally published onOct.
