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
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 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
The 8 Best Shoes for Squats: Picks for All Types of Lifters
There's only one way to test the best shoes for squats — and that's with a ton of squatting. The building of this list is where my quads, adductors, and glutes
Reebok Nano X4 Review | Upgrade Or Pass?
I'm a strength coach who's now reviewed hundreds of training shoes and it's always fun assessing the nuances that exist between different models. The Reebok
On Cloud 5 Review (2024 Update) | Worth the Price?
The On Cloud 5 is one of On's most popular shoes for daily wear and travel and was previously known as just the "On Cloud". In my opinion, it's one of the more
5 Best Nike Gym and Training Shoes In 2025 and 2026
For my Nike friends, I wanted to put together a round-up that highlights some of my favorite Nike training shoes. There are a ton of Nike training shoes on the
Under Armour TriBase Reign 5 Review
The Under Armour TriBase Reign 5 is the latest cross-training shoe to debut for Under Armour. This model is the fifth iteration in the popular UA Reign
STRIKE MVMNT Haze Trainer Review (2025 Update)
Over the last year and as we head into 2024, the STR/KE MVMNT Haze Trainer is the shoe that I get the most asks about on my site and YouTube channel. The main
NOBULL Outwork High-Top Review (2024)
As I update this article in 2024, I'm looking at my 2-year-old NOBULL Outwork High-Top on my feet and reflecting on how far my training has come in them. This
Under Armour TriBase Reign 6 Review: Sneaky Great Trainer?
I've always enjoyed the Under Armour TriBase Reign training shoe series, but it always felt like the shoes were "almost there". The Reign shoes are great for
