As the world of fitness continues to evolve, most people are moving to a more "hybrid" style of training—I credit some of this to the growth of HYROX—and shoes
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.
Inov-8 F-Lite 260 V2 Review (2024) | Who Are These Best For?
The Inov-8 F-Lite 260 V2 is a shoe designed for tackling CrossFit workouts and versatile training. The F-Lite 260 V2 comes with a slightly higher heel-to-toe
How Should Your Cross-Training Shoes Fit? Size Guide (2024 Update)
One of the most common questions I get asked on my cross-training shoe content is, "How does this model fit?" Sizing is quite possibly one of the most
Barefoot Shoes Vs Training Shoes: Do You NEED Both?
Barefoot shoes and training shoes are very different; it's like comparing apples to oranges, and it's important to establish what makes them different so you
GORUCK Ballistic Trainer Review (2024 Update) | Tried and True
The GORUCK Ballistic Trainers is a cross-training shoe designed for tackling a variety of training settings. If you're new to this brand, GORUCK is a company
Don’t Work Out In Your Crocs, Even If They’re In “Sport Mode”
We all know someone who lives and swears by Crocs as being their favorite casual shoe for daily wear and comfort. Unlike other casual shoes, Crocs tend to have
Barefoot Lifting Vs Training Shoes Vs Weightlifting Shoes
Handfuls of questions that I receive on shoe reviews on my YouTube channel and from personal training clients revolve around choosing the best footwear for
Inov-8 F-Lite 260 V2 vs F-Lite G 300 vs F-Lite 235 V3 (2024)
Over the year last two years, Inov-8 has made some seriously awesome cross-training shoes. Three of their most popular current models include the Inov-8 F-Lite
RAD ONE Review (1+ Year of Wear Testing, 2025 Update)
The RAD ONE is marketed as being a great "all-in-one" style cross-training shoe for things like CrossFit, lifting, and daily wear. RAD responsibly sources the
Nike Metcon 9 Performance Review, Why I Think It Falls Short
The Nike Metcon 9 is, in my humble opinion, the worst Nike Metcon to date. I found the Nike Metcon 8, to be hit or miss and I was curious if the Metcon 9 would
Squat Shoes Vs Deadlift Shoes (2024)
When discussing squat shoes and deadlift shoes they often get defined as being similar and used interchangeably. Squat shoes, more commonly referred to as
Adidas Dropset Trainer 2 Versus UA TriBase Reign 6
The UA TriBase Reign 6 and Adidas Dropset Trainer 2 have been two of my favorite recent cross-training shoes. I find myself constantly rotating between both
STR/KE MVMNT Transit Street Trainer Review
In my seven-plus years of reviewing cross-training shoes, few shoes have been more unique than the STR/KE MVMNT Transit Street Trainer and I express this A LOT
Vans UltraRange EXO Review | Okay for Daily Wear and Training?
When you think of Vans, what comes to mind? More than likely it's an artistic-style brand that makes shoes for extreme sports and daily wear. If you're a
Inov-8 F-Lite G 300 Review | Is It That Tough?
The Inov-8 F-Lite G 300 is a seriously unique cross-training shoe and delivers some proprietary Inov-8 construction specs. This model was built on the promise
How and Why I Rotate Workout Shoes for Maximal Performance
The act of rotating workout shoes is an art that can lead to higher performance output. This means that you're using and rotating different workout shoes
6 Best NOBULL Shoes | Buying and Sizing Guide
Over the last few years, NOBULL shoes have steadily grown to become some of the most commonly used workout shoes on the market. Whether it's for lifting,
Can I Squat and Deadlift In Running Shoes? Not Really (Trainer’s Advice)
Shoes can be a make or break for performance, especially when you get more serious about your training. One of the common questions I receive from resistance
Nike Metcon 9 vs Reebok Nano X4 | Performance Breakdown
The Reebok Nano X4 versus Nike Metcon 9 is an epic showdown. We have two top shoe dogs deep into iterations bringing very different types of training shoes to
TYR CXT-1 Trainer Performance Review (2024 Update)
The TYR CXT-1 Trainer has been one of the more polarizing training shoes I've used and reviewed over the last few years. Even my personal training clients who
7 Best Cross-Training Shoes for WIDE FEET (Tape Measured)
As a strength coach and shoe reviewer, I've been thrilled to see the training shoe industry shift towards making more wide-feet-friendly shoes. Life is too
PUMA Fuse 3 Review | A Step In the Right Direction?
I'm not going to lie, the PUMA Fuse 3 took some time to grow on me. After my first session, I actually didn't love this model but after giving it more time and
New to CrossFit? Here’s What to Consider With Your Footwear
When considering the shoes you're going to use for CrossFit, you'll want to account for a few things to ensure you're getting the most out of your footwear
Adidas Dropset Trainer 2 Review (2024) | Best In Class?
The Adidas Dropset Trainer 2 has been one of the most surprising training shoes in 2023 and 2024. I think most of us, myself included, didn't expect this shoe
