Tuesday Tip #31: 5 Essentials to Consider When Selecting a Weightlifting Shoe

Tuesday Tip #31: 5 Essentials to Consider When Selecting a Weightlifting Shoe

Author: Dr. Rori Alter, PT, SSC, PRSCC July 18, 2023 Duration: 1:04:32
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Weightlifting shoes are one of the most essential pieces of equipment that powerlifters and barbell strength athletes benefit from. There is no "one-size-fits-all" rule when it comes to what weightlifting shoe is right for you but there are specific things you should consider. Here are 5 things you need to consider when choosing what lifting shoe is right for you!

 

  1. Stiffness & compressibility of the weightlifting shoe material stability

  2. Stability that the shoe provides mediolaterally and front to back

  3. What lifts you will be using the shoe for

  4. How the weightlifting shoe and your anthropometry work together to improve your biomechanics

  5. Any injuries you have or may have recovered from

 

The goal of this podcast is to provide insight into the purpose of lifting shoes as a whole and per lift. By the end of this episode we hope you'll have new insight and confidence in selecting the right lifting shoe for you, your budget, and goals. For coaches and clinicians we hope to help you better provide recommendations based on the needs, abilities, and injuries of your clients.

 

In this episode of the PRS Podcast we discuss:

 

  1. The purpose of lifting shoe

  2. The features we are looking for in a lifting shoe

  3. Similarities and differences in our philosophies about lifting shoes

  4. Some elements of a shoe that may help/hinder ankle mobility when lifting 

We also discuss considerations around helping you purchase the right shoe. We answer:

  1. "Should I buy a belt or lifting shoes first?" 

  2. "How do you help justify the cost of a higher quality shoe?

  3. "If you had to choose ONE shoe to recommend to a new lifter, what shoe would it be and why?"

 

 

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Hosted by Dr. Rori Alter and Dr. Alyssa Haveson, Progressive Rehab & Strength is a conversation for those who take lifting seriously, whether for sport or for life. Both hosts are practicing physical therapists and certified strength coaches with deep roots in powerlifting, giving them a unique, dual-perspective on the body under load. This podcast digs into the nuanced intersection of rehabilitation and performance, moving beyond generic advice. You’ll hear practical discussions on programming for longevity, managing training around injuries, and navigating the technical demands of the barbell lifts. The aim is to strip away confusion and provide actionable insights that help athletes and coaches build resilient, sustainable careers-both in the gym and in their professional practices. It’s a resource for critical thinkers who want their approach to strength to be informed by both clinical expertise and hard-earned experience on the platform. Tune in for a blend of science, real-world application, and straight talk from two professionals who live in this space every day.
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