Your shoes can make a big difference in CrossFit WODs. If you've been doing CrossFit for a while, I don't need to tell you this. You've likely learned this the
Reviews
Nike Metcon 1 Review (2024 Re-Release): Still a Legend?
We didn't get to see a Nike Metcon 10 release this year, and on my Instagram page and in the That Fit Friend Sub-Reddit, we speculated that the re-release of
Nike MC Trainer 3 Review | Step In a Great Direction for This Line
Let me start this article by addressing Nike directly. Thank you for making this model a bit wider and tweaking the heel so it's not as blocky for plyometrics
The Best HIIT Shoes of 2025 | Picks for Classes, Sizing Guide and More
Your shoes can make a big difference when tackling HIIT (high-intensity interval training) workouts. Most HIIT workouts involve a lot of high-impact activities
8 Best Workout Shorts for Men 2025: Real Testing and Size Guide
The apparel space is wild sometimes. There are so many options to choose from, and I find it tough to judge what's legit and what's all marketing and social
Vivobarefoot Primus Lite III Review | Are They GOATED?
The Vivobarefoot Primus Lite III is best known for its performance in the gym and on a daily wear basis. After reviewing countless Vivobarefoot models, I wanted
I Tested the Durability of a $40 Amazon Shoe vs a $160 One, Results Surprised Me
On That Fit Friend, I review a wide range of barefoot shoes. From more premium barefoot shoes that cost $200, like the Motus Strength, to budget options like
UA Dynamic Intelliknit Review | Good for Hybrid Workouts?
The Under Armour Dynamic Intelliknit training shoes have flown relatively under the radar in the cross-training shoe scene. I feel like that's similar to the
The 8 Best Gym Shoes: No BS Guide, Properly Tested By a Trainer
Every shoe featured below has been properly reviewed by me, and I have video and in-depth article reviews documenting my testing process and outcomes on every
I Tried LeBron’s Signature Training Shoe, Here’s What to Expect
The Nike LeBron TR 1 has been one of the most interesting training shoes I've reviewed in 2024. Let's cut to the chase; I think because this shoe was made in
While On Earth Move Trainer Review
I'm going to get straight to this point in this article. I had higher hopes for the shoe. However, I still found some surprising things
Moving Away From Nike Metcons, Here’s What I’d Buy Instead
So, you're like me, a fan of the older Nike Metcons. You've worn models like 2, 4, 5, and 6, and it's time to finally upgrade your trainers, but you've been
Here Are 3 of My Favorite NOBULL Outwork Trainer Alternatives
So, you’re on the hunt for some NOBULL alternatives—either because you want shoes that outperform NOBULL training shoes or because you can't find your size or
WOLACO Warren Short Review
The WOLACO Warren Short has been one of the most surprising gym shorts that I've tested lately. I was a little skeptical of them with their higher price point.
RAD ONE vs TYR CXT-2 Trainer | Battle of Two Legends
For CrossFit and lifting, I really like what RAD and TYR are doing in the performance footwear space. The CXT-2 and RAD ONE are both staples in my training shoe
Inov8 F-Lite MAX Review (2025 Model): Most Stable and Wide Trainer?
The Inov8 F-Lite Max has been a surprisingly awesome cross-training shoe for tackling all of my workouts. This model is the continuation of the popular — often
Be Lenka Velocity Review
The Be Lenka Velocity has been one of my favorite slept-on barefoot shoes that I've reviewed lately. A viewer from my YouTube channel turned me on to these, and
8 Best Weightlifting Shoes: I’ve Lifted Over 315 lbs In Every Shoe
To readers: This list is built for WEIGHTLIFTING shoes. These are specific types of shoes. Peep this article for general gym shoes for the act of WEIGHT
Nike Metcon 9 vs Nike Free Metcon 6
The Nike Free Metcon 6 versus the Metcon 9 is an interesting showdown because, l0w-key, both of these models are pretty sub-par compared to their predecessors.
8 Pros and Cons of Barefoot Shoes | What to Know Before Buying
I love wearing barefoot shoes but I also recognize that they can fall short in certain contexts and scenarios. In fact, whenever anyone asks about barefoot
Best High-Top Shoes for the Gym (2025 Update)
If you look around the training shoe market, you'll likely notice that there are a ton of low-top training shoes. This is because low-top training shoes are by
TYR CXT-2 Trainer Review
I tell you what, TYR came out to play with their CXT-2 Trainer. For this shoe, it seems like TYR took all of the feedback provided by the community for the
Reebok Nano Gym Review
The Reebok Nano Gym is the budget-friendly cousin of the more premium Nano X4. This model is built as a generalist in the gym for anyone who wants to tackle a
The 10 Best Cross-Training Shoes: Expert-Reviewed By a Trainer
Whenever I tell someone I run a shoe review website, YouTube channel, and shoe store, I always get hit with the same ask, "Well, what's the best shoe