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
Cross Training Shoes
A great cross-training shoe will blend elements of responsiveness, stability, and durability seamlessly together. I’ve reviewed hundreds of cross-training shoes and contextualize how to pick the perfect pair of shoes for your training and foot anatomy needs.
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 8 Best HIIT Shoes of 2026 | 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
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
I Tested 50 Gym Shoes, These 8 Are Worth a Look
So you're on the market for gym shoes and you're feeling overwhelmed. Hey, I get it — I've literally made a living off of reviewing gym shoes, and sometimes I
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 about the
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
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
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.
Best High-Top Shoes for the Gym
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
On Cloud X 4 Review: Why I Think They’re Sub-Par for Training
The On Cloud X 4 continues building upon the popular Cloud X cross-training shoes. This model features a few core updates that somewhat fly under the radar, and
Do Shoes Matter for Upper Body Workouts? Sometimes, Here’s Why
One of my favorite things to do when I train in commercial gyms is to check out what shoes everyone is training in. Nothing gives you a better read on what
Nike Free Metcon 6 Review: How I Broke My Pair
After a lot of anticipation, the Nike Free Metcon 6 is finally here. Sadly, I broke my first pair in the first week, and unlike these other "review" sites that
Adidas Dropset 3 Review: Why I Love Lifting In These
The Dropset Trainer 2 blew myself and many others away with its stellar performance for lifting and cross-training. To be frank, I had given up hope on Adidas
Mizuno TS 01 Review | Good Option for Those On a Budget?
I'm going to be real: if you had told me last year that Mizuno would have one of the stronger budget cross-training shoes on the market in 2024, I wouldn't have
Can I Use My Pickleball Shoes In the Gym? (Benefits and Drawbacks)
An interesting thing happened the other day, call it the universe aligning. I was playing pickleball with a few friends in my new Reebok Nano Court shoes and I
New Balance Minimus TR V2 Review (They Could Be So Much Better!)
The New Balance Minimus TR V2 has been a letdown, to put it bluntly. And I don't say that because this shoe is inherently "bad" in the gym, but it's more so
8 Best Budget Cross-Training Shoes (Picks for Around $80-120)
Cross-training shoes can vary pretty greatly in price and handfuls of popular big-named cross-training shoes now cost anywhere from $120-$150 USD. This then
