Barefoot shoes continue to grow in popularity for training, hiking, and daily wear. This type of footwear comes with multiple proposed benefits and
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That Fit Friend is designed to share honest feedback and reviews on performance-focused shoes and for various pieces of men’s apparel. Some call it having a passion for great gear, others call it an obsession.
Inov-8 Bare-XF 210 V3 Review (2024)
The Inov-8 Bare-XF 210 V3 has been a staple in barefoot shoe rotation for quite some time. The 210 V3 has a reworked upper construction compared to the V2, and
Freet Vibe Review | Good As Xero Shoes Nexus Knit?
I'm a sucker for a good pair of knit barefoot shoes and I'm constantly on the quest of finding pairs that work exceptionally well for both working out and
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
5 Best Barefoot Shoes for Beginners (2024 Update)
As barefoot and minimalist shoes continue to grow in popularity and more individuals want to wear them, I'm constantly getting asked about which barefoot shoes
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
Are Vans Good for Lifting? Yes, Trainer Shares Why
A lot of us grow up wearing Vans on a day-to-day basis. Whether a low-top or high-top model, it's tough to beat that classic and clean Vans look. In my
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
TYR L-1 Lifter Review (2025) | Widest Weightlifting Shoes In the Game?
As someone who squats and competes in powerlifting competitions with weightlifting shoes, I was excited to see how the TYR L-1 Lifter would stack up against
Adidas Adipower 3 Review (2025) | Are They Worth the Price?
I've long since been a fan of the Adidas Adipower weightlifting shoe line. After owning every model to date, it's been interesting tracking the changes that
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
