Reebok Men's Lifter Pr Ii Running Shoe

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That being said, I think if you have high arches or use inserts/orthotics, then you may find this model somewhat uncomfortable. The upper volume in this model is pretty tight through the base of the forefoot which could feel limiting for these contexts. I think if you have an issue with being too eager with your toes and missing lifts forward, then you may want to consider this. On that note, that’s also why I actually like the Legacy Lifter 2 a little better for weightlifting as it didn’t have this same construction quirk. Absolutely. There is no set rule for when you can wear lifting shoes for training and a beginner can wear these shoes to promote their performance with squats, clean & jerks, and snatches. Beginners Can Absolutely Wear Lifting Shoes If you have additional sizing and fit questions about the Lifter PR 3 versus the Legacy Lifter 3, drop a comment below and let me know what you can wear, so I can help you out accordingly. Reebok Legacy Lifter 3 Vs Reebok Lifter PR 3 Durability The Legacy Lifter 3’s midsole is built with a dense and stable TPU. The heel of this model has a flared construction to create a greater base of support at the heel and the TPU cup wraps pretty far up the for additional stability.

This shoe’s ripstop upper construction does a good job with durability and it delivers one of the better-looking appearances of weightlifting shoes. The TPU heel in this model is stable and feels relatively lightweight. The areas that give me pause with this shoe revolve around the midfoot strap for certain foot anatomies and its heavier weight. The base of the midfoot strap for this shoe has been decreased slightly which isn’t ideal for lifters that need to crank this shoe strap.

Reebok Legacy Lifter III Sizing

Weightlifting shoes can help promote better squat mechanics because they can help you better balance the barbell over the midfoot when squatting and promote overall stability which can help with power production, in addition to the aforementioned balance benefit. How to Clean Weightlifting Shoes This model features a stable TPU heel with an effective heel height of 22mm or .86 inches. When it comes to moving heavy weight in squats, cleans, and snatches, the Reebok Legacy Lifter 3 delivers a strong performance and is similar to the Legacy Lifter 2. I think the major sizing differences to note between these shoes revolve around their upper volume through their forefoot and how midfoot can feel. If you didn’t enjoy the fit of the Legacy Lifter II whether it was due to width or heel slip issues, then you’ll want to pass on the Legacy Lifter III as the last construction feels pretty much the exact same.

Now look at the Nike Romaleos 4. These are our favorite shoes for Olympic weightlifting. We wouldn’t recommend you wear them during CrossFit WODs, and certainly not for a run. In contrast to the Nike Metcons, which do many things decently, the Romaleos do one thing spectacularly well: assist with weightlifting.For every weightlifting shoe review, I assess a shoe’s durability, performance, fit, and how I think they compare to other weightlifting shoes with their price point and construction. Over the course of my review and testing process with the Reebok Lifter PR 3, I’ve found a few pros to really enjoy with this shoe. As stated above, if you have narrow and neutral-width feet that have a flatter midfoot, then this shoe should align pretty well with your foot anatomy. The best toe box shape and size depends largely on preference and the shape of your foot, but in general, a wider toe box is better for lifting. The more room your toes have to spread out, the better you’ll be able to grip and drive into the ground and balance. Midsole Material When you’re looking into buying either your first pair of weightlifting shoes or your next pair, there are a few key construction details that I’d suggest paying attention to.

I also like that this model’s toe box breaks in pretty well so you do get a fair amount of flexibility and articulation for things like quad-biased walking lunges which is an underrated perk for this specific training ask. The version 3 has has heel height 18mm and definitely feels better than version 2 with heel height of 15mm. Both shoes seem comfortable and not too tight and that comes from the guy with fairly wide feet. Front shoe box has definitely enough space for me, to do so called "tripod foot". Both feels secure the strap does the job although it's made from the material that looks like it might tear overtime but I might be wrong. They both give you solid grounding and feel really stable on the floor. For the Reebok Legacy Lifter 3 and Reebok Lifter PR 3, most athletes and lifters should be safe going true to size in these models. Their lengths run fairly true and they have medium/neutral widths.The Legacy Lifter 3 is the latest “premium” weightlifting shoe from Reebok that has its classic Pump System, while the Lifter PR 3 is a strong well-rounded beginner-friendly budget weightlifting shoe. Instead of only considering stability for squats between these shoes, I’d consider their heel-to-toe drops as they are fairly different. As a taller lifter, I typically resonate really well with slightly higher heel elevations.