Best gym shoes on Reddit
203 reviews from r/UKFrugal, r/Sneakers, r/Fitness_India and 32 more subreddits
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#1
Nike
4.4
(27)
"I normally wear Nike metcon 9’s or Jordan 7’s."
"Metcon :)"
"I like the stiff, flat sole of the metcons for lower body because I feel more stable"
"They’re so comfortable and I do both weightlifting and light cardio in them"
"Thanks for all your recos! i actually got the nike free metcon 5 :)"
"Samples of latter are nike metcons, or to a more extreme extent, nike romaleos or salvaleos."
"I swear by my Nike Metcons."
"Nike metcon or lifting shoes ng Nike."
"Nike metcon or lifting shoes ng Nike."
"Nike Metcon"
#2
Converse
4.4
(18)
"I actually brought them originally for the gym as I heard how great they were for leg days."
"They’ve been part of my gym rotation for the last 16 years, being flat soled, they are perfect for leg day."
"Converse Chuck Taylor."
"Chuck 70s 🤍🤍"
"Chuck Taylor’s."
"Chuck Taylors."
"High top Chuck 70's better than allstar."
"Converses are going to be your best bet. Cheap and efficient, bring your runners for the treadmill."
"Go for flat-soled options like Converse, Vans, or any skate shoes."
"Converse are the best lifting shoes. For anything with the flat sole."
#3
New Balance
4.2
(14)
"Surprisingly has been the best for me"
"New balance minimus have been my go to for years."
"I use my NB Rebel 3 for running and the gym training."
"If your looking for a pair of running shoes I recommend New Balance."
"I’d go to ross and get yourself a bigger pair of new balances for ten bucks"
"I have to buy a pair of support shoes for overpronation at least twice a year."
"Try the New Balance store in Rogers."
"Better to go with nb’s own minimus shoe."
"New balance is a good brand, sometimes they have good deals on them at Kohl's."
"I wear new balance 880s, run 2 miles to the gym and back and lift in them."
#4
Adidas
4.5
(13)
"Adidas is my go to"
"Adidas Samba. Gym shoe ko na sya way before the hype."
"Cheap, comfortable, and look pretty damn sweet."
"They work really well for heavier bodies while still be in very good shoes."
"I recently bought a pair of my beloved adidas Ultraboost running shoes for £50."
"This sub loves Adidas Ultraboost."
"You can get the adidas ultraboost. They are running shoes but can be used in the gym."
"One of my friends suggested these, he was very positive about these."
"I personally bought adidas samba classics indoor soccer shoes."
"Adidas ultra boost. I've had 4 pairs over the past 6 years."
#5
Asics
4.2
(13)
"Buy Asics. My favorite."
"My daily go-to runners are ASICS Gel Pulse."
"I've always loved Asics and recently bought a barely worn pair sold on Facebook Marketplace for cheap."
"I've had good luck with Asics, brooks, and new balance."
"Just buy some sports shoes under 2k (Asics gel contend available under 2k in Myntra sale)."
"You can checkout ASICS. You’ll prolly get them under 3k in sale."
"I bought a pair of Ascics from their outlet for £35."
"I’ve had ASICS GT and Gel Phoenix models from SportsShoes."
"ASICS Outlet site has consistently had very good offers recently."
"I got a decent discount on GT2000s on Amazon."
#6
Brooks
4.5
(11)
"I personally prefer the Brooks Beast as it offers a bit more support."
"Works great for my flatfeet"
"Brooks"
"Damn check brooks website often just bought a pair original 140 for 86 on sale I had no idea just looked"
"There are good deals on brook and hoka shoes on woot sometimes, keep an eye out for those"
"I wear Brooks. Very good shoes."
"Brooks adrenaline if come in very wide sizes and a good all around shoes."
"I wear Brooks, they've done great for me for almost a year."
"They last a long time. More important, they are comfortable."
"Brooks are good running and training shoes!"
#7
Reebok
4.5
(10)
"Reebok Nano"
"Personally, for squats/leg press/etc: Reebok Legacy Lifter IIIs."
"Reebok Nano X, wide flat sole & very stable for squatting."
"Are all I wear in the gym!"
"Reebok nanos for lifting, brooks or hokas for running"
"For crossfit, I normally wear Reebok Nano X3."
"I’ve been loving them tbh"
"For lifting and hokas for running!"
"Reebok can be very cheap if you catch the sale."
"Reebok nanos. Or for a cheaper option, wear your running shoes and then go barefoot for squats and deadlifts."
#8
Vans
4.0
(10)
"Just vans or converse if you’re going to be lifting in them."
"Been wearing beat up vans slip ons for six months, never had an issue."
"Cheap VANS or Converse is what most use."
"Vans"
"Honestly i use vans. they are pretty wide and flat which is great for lifting."
"Traditional vans and converse for me. They are flat and sturdy."
"Agree with the chucks and vans! stylish plus they're relatively affordable :))"
"I work out in a worn out pair of vans. Broke in, flat soles, no blisters, comfy."
"You're probably better of going to the gym in any regular sneakers. Vans, allstars."
"Wear your cheapest vans or converse."
#9
Nike Metcon
4.5
(8)
"From what i searched best talaga yung Nike Metcon but since medj expensive i’m eyeing on the Nike Zoom Bella 6."
"If you want to splurge Nike Metcons, Reebok Nano series, Puma Fuse, Under Armor Reign Lifter."
"I love my metcons."
"Sounds like you want either Reebok CrossFit Nanos or Nike Metcons."
"Metcons all the way."
"Try some of the crossfit shoes, Nike metcons, and Reebok nanos."
"You might want to think about crossfit sneaks (metcons or nanos) as well as general cross-trainers."
"My Nike Metcon cross-trainers seem too clunky to me."
#10
Skechers
4.0
(7)
"Skechers dude! I've heard good about asics too you can check Myntra sale is running currently"
"Great for lifting. I'll use them for treadmill walking and on the bike too."
"I just use Skechers I got on sale from sports direct."
"My husband recently got a pair of Sketchers that he uses in the gym for £25."
"Sketchers and asics."
"Controversial opinion: skechers. Maganda yung support and magaan."
"Skechers thru Zappos - free!"
#11
Decathlon
4.0
(7)
"Decathlon . Or basic reebok classics."
"Decathlon kalenji range start at about £15 new."
"I 4th the Decathlon suggestion."
"Decathlon has its own range, which are highly rated for budget shoes."
"Decathalon I find is very good for reasonably priced reasonable quality sports/exercise wear."
"Buy from decathlon they sell cheap but sturdy shoes with 2yr warranty their kalenji shoes are good."
"They have a hard, flat with really good grip sole."
#12
Hoka
4.8
(5)
"Hoka they will be your best buy...a bit expensive but will last at least 5 years if taken care of."
"I like hoka for the gym and Nike for everyday."
"I bought a pair of Hoka running trainers through vinted for about 30 quid."
"Hoka."
"My walking shoes are Hoka brand and much more supportive than the Metcons."
#13
Under Armour
4.0
(6)
"I got some decent under armour off sports direct for £30."
"Never been uncomfortable in the gym."
"You should check under armour great foot support"
"I use Under armour charged assert for walking/running/strength training."
"They are a little pricey now but mine have lasted almost 2 years."
"Some black under armor, I found on Amazon."
#14
Nobull
4.5
(4)
"I LOVE my No Bulls. Absolutely great for everything."
"Nobull and going on 2 years with the same pair."
"I like the no bull trainers."
"Nobull for standard gym."
#15
Vivobarefoot
4.7
(3)
"Great for lifting"
"Barefoot shoes are your best Bet when it comes to wide feet."
"I like Vivobarefoot for packing small and the option to use any insole."
#16
ASICS
5.0
(2)
"They support so well"
"I personally prefer the Brooks Beast as it offers a bit more support."
#17
TYR
4.5
(2)
"If you're looking for shoes specifically for squat with the elevated heel counter, TYR is ur best bet."
"You can get TYR wide toe box shoes for squatting which is on sale for $160 right now."
#18
Puma Velocity Nitro 2
4.0
(2)
"If you want to do Puma, I would go Velocity Nitro 2 instead of Deviate Nitro 2."
"Peg or puma velocity nitro 2"
#19
New Balance Minimus
4.0
(2)
"Look at something like New Balance Minimus, Nike MetCon, Reebok Nano."
"I'm wearing new balance minimus and they're pretty good for running."
#20
Nike Free
4.0
(2)
"I wear my Nike free (2nd gen?) that I also use for lifting."
"I like the Nike Free line. They're quite comfortable."
#21
Altra
4.0
(2)
"Altra brand shoes! They come in wide and the toe box is more square/natural shaped."
"Altra has good wide shoes."
#22
Ryka
4.0
(2)
"My go to shoe is Ryka."
"Ryka are also good. They are made for walking women!"
#23
Nike Metcon 4/5
5.0
(1)
"Nike Metcon 4/5"
#24
Nike Romaleo 4
5.0
(1)
"Nike Romaleo 4’s for squat and bench."
#25
Nike Kobe 8
5.0
(1)
"Kobe 8s are my favorites"
#26
Nike Kyrie 1
5.0
(1)
"Kyrie 1s"
#27
adidas Crazylight Boost Primeknit 2015
5.0
(1)
"Crazylight boosts primeknit 2015 are the best I've ever played in."
#28
Inov-8
5.0
(1)
"My Inov-8s are the best things in the whole world."
#29
Nike Free 4.0
5.0
(1)
"I got Nike Free 4.0 I love them they are stylish and SUPER light weight"
#30
Nike Zoom Pegasus
5.0
(1)
"I got Nike Zoom Pegasus. They are super light and cushioned."
#31
Nike Flyknit Lunar 2
5.0
(1)
"My Flyknit Lunar2s are amazing for me."
#32
Flat Soled Shoes
4.0
(1)
"If you are not doing running for cardio, I would highly recommend a flat soled shoe which will give you stability in your weight lifting."
#33
Nike Pegasus Turbo
4.0
(1)
"I like the Pegasus turbos. I usually only run in them but they seem pretty durable."
#34
Nike Epic React
4.0
(1)
"I wear Epic reacts."
#35
Adidas Ultraboost
4.0
(1)
"Ultraboosts IMO."
#36
Adidas D Lillard 2
4.0
(1)
"They say really good things about the d lillard 2 ($105)."
#37
Jordan XX9
4.0
(1)
"You can find jordan xx9 on ebay for around $100."
#38
Hoka One One
4.0
(1)
"Hokas Clifton 9s, but get the wide width version."
#39
Saucony
4.0
(1)
"If I’m lifting and running on the treadmill I like my Saucony Freedom 5s."
#40
8000Kicks
4.0
(1)
"[8000kicks](https://www.eco-stylist.com/ethical-brand/8000kicks/) also makes great gym shoes."
#41
adidas Rapidmove ADV
4.0
(1)
"For weight focused workouts Id go for adidas Rapidmove ADV."
#42
Puma Fuse
4.0
(1)
"I got Puma fuse for lifting."
#43
New Balance More v4
4.0
(1)
"Try New Balance More v4s or its lesser priced version- the Kaiha road."
#44
Reebok Nano
4.0
(1)
"Reebok Nano or Nike Metcon. Both are very good for functional fitness."
#45
Saucony Kinvara
4.0
(1)
"I always liked doing gym stuff in Saucony Kinvaras."
#46
Merrell Vapor Gloves
4.0
(1)
"Merrell Vapor Gloves are my go to or Converse."
#47
ASICS Gel-Kayano
4.0
(1)
"ASICS Gel-Kayano and Brooks Adrenaline GTS/Ghost are great for overpronation."
#48
Nike Metcon 2 and 3
4.0
(1)
"I have had great success with Nike Metcon 2 and 3."
#49
Nike KD 4
4.0
(1)
"Kd 4s and 5s are great too"
#50
Nike KD 5
4.0
(1)
"Kd 4s and 5s are great too"
#51
Nike Mamba Mentality
4.0
(1)
"Mamba Mentalities look pretty nice and go for pretty cheap."
#52
Inov-8 F-Lite
4.0
(1)
"Check out Inov8 shoes - either the F-Lite or Fastlift."
#53
Inov-8 Fastlift
4.0
(1)
"Check out Inov8 shoes - either the F-Lite or Fastlift."
#54
Cross Trainers
3.0
(1)
"Look into 'cross trainers' if you cant afford to buy two separate pairs."
#55
Nike Hyperdunk
3.0
(1)
"Hyperdunks. Just avoid 2015 versions."
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