I think your shoe selection for this comparison was awesome. These are the 4 best trainers IMO. Each with their own benefits/strengths and each unique in their own right.
Kinda late but I’m looking at this generation, I’m not worried about having the latest and greatest. I’m looking to get 2 pairs of shoes: a pair of elevated heel lifters like do-wins or legacy lifter 2’s for weight training as I do a lot of barbell work and am tired of converse, and a pair of cross trainers for everything else. Other than barbell weightlifting I will be doing accessory work with db’s and kb’s as well as running. Most I run is 2 miles at a time so not too worried about the cloudiest shoes since I don’t think that warrants as long distance. Out of these or maybe any others you could think of, which would be best for my needs. From video and online research I was leaning more towards the nano’s but wanted an expert opinion so to speak lol
@@thatfitfriend first off thanks for the reply I greatly appreciate it, it’s not often creators reply especially not so far away from the post date lol. On looks alone I was leaning towards the nanos, visually I love the look of all the generations but was willing to sacrifice looks for function. I’ll definitely check into the others you suggested, thanks again!
@@Gorillatartare Of course! It's funny, typically, I'm faster at replying but I try to limit my social media on Sundays to recharge for the week so I don't burn out. The Nanos are solid - if you like them, then I wouldn't overthink it, honestly.
Thank you! Yeah, there are some good hybrid shoes out there. I have a round-up discussing some of my top picks, linked here: thatfitfriend.com/best-training-shoes-running-lifting/ If you’re going super light, then you could also explore certain running shoes to tackle the job!
i currently wear the Reebok Speed TR Flexweave and Nike Metcon 4 XD. i do strength training, plyometric, functional, sprints interval and run distance up to 9 miles in them. i like them better than running shoes. sometimes, i would wear them for speed class instead of my usual cycling shoes. great shoes. cycling shoes work better, but these shoes are good.
@@thatfitfriend I would do all-out sprint agility workouts in these Speed TR Flexweave. These shoes are incredibly fast!!! I feel like i’m wearing track & field racing shoes or the NIke Zoom Waffle Racers. It makes feel like track athlete and i’m almost 50 years old. I would run Suicide workouts in an indoor basketball court or outdoors on asphalt. These shoes feel light, flexible, and fast. For the Suicide workouts, I would have 5 cones set 20’ apart for the length of the basketball court or slightly longer on the asphalt. Sprint to 1st, touch the ground and then sprint back to start line, touch the ground, and then sprint 2nd cone, touch the ground and then sprint to the start line. Keep repeating until I sprint to the 5th cone and sprint back start line and complete the 1st set. These shoes are super fast. Where it suffers is when i reach the cones and need to turn around and sprint back. These shoes have a large toe box and I feel like my feet are going slide out the side of the shoes. In comparison to the Metcon 4 XD which has a tight toe box and a sidewall, the Metcon XD feels more like tennis or basketball shoes and hold feet in. While the Metcon XD are better as a court shoe, it feels slow shoes on the straight away. Metcon XD feel heavier, and stiffer shank. Overall, it feels slow. I imagine the Metcon 6 and Nano 10 will feel like concrete cinder blocks on my feet because those things are heavy and stiff. To put it all in perspective, the Speed TR Flexweave feel like racing shoes and but racing shoe also has no lateral movement ability. Incredibly fast shoe. I love them. I’ll have to try the New Balance Minimus and New Balance Minimus Prevail one day. Those are really light and flexible shoes so they probably will feel fast. I also have to say these cross-trainers grip nicely on the hardwood floor of an indoor basketball court without leaving any markings on it but also work well asphalt.
@@thatfitfriend Here’s an example of suicide sprints on the turf. They also run backward and backpedal like cornerbacks. I do that as well, but I normally backpedal first to the cones and then sprint forward to the start line. I do not use use the band as in these example because I natural running mechanics and refuse to any kind of intervention. These are a type of HIIT workout. You have to sprint at full speed. Accelerate as fast as you can and decelerate as fast as your can. ua-cam.com/video/qDwjzbQAOkQ/v-deo.html
Hello! Thanks for this video, very comprehensive. I would like to ask you, if I may, which shoe you would recommend between these two (Nike Air Max Bella TR 5 or Nike Legend Essential 2), I have tried to follow your directions but I am in doubt as to which one is more suitable for me. For training in the gym with weights consisting of fundamental exercises (such as squats and deadlifts) and complementary. I thank you in any case.
Hey! I actually don’t personally have experience with training in these models, but looking at the specs/construction and your context - I think the Legend Essential 2 would be the better pick between these two!
@jake Can you please suggest a shoe which can help in strength and Core/HIIT training, boxing and in Dance sessions. ? Can I use one or do I need to buy separate pair ?
You should be fine with just one pair of shoes! Nano X1/Nano X2, Reebok speed 22 TR, and Nike react (zoom) metcon turbo are good options to look into. If none of these work for you - lmk and I can suggest more!
Hi ... can I ask you a question? I have flat feet and small toes, I train recreationally CF 5 times a week ... what are the best trainers for me according to you? Thanks in advance
I am new to CrossFit. I can not make a decision on what shoe to buy. I tent to tip toe when I squat or lean to the front when lifting. In your opinion what shoe will be better women shoe to buy to help with this?
Check out the Nike Metcon 7 or 6, Reebok Nano X1, or UA HOVR Apex 3! They have heel to toe drops that should also feed decently well into your movement mechanics as described!
Good question - truthfully, a lot of cross-trainers will work for that task, but if you want to find something more specific, then I have a couple of questions! What are you wearing now (and do you like them)? How heavy are you planning to train?
@@thatfitfriend My feet takes a beating from kickboxing so it would be good to find something nice. But right now I'm wearing chuck taylors for my lifts or going barefoot. And I'm wearing adidas sensebounce for my runs. I like them both, but I would like to not have to switch shoes between workouts, ex. Lift in the AM, go to work, then run after work or vis versa. Don't want to have 3 pairs of shoes with me at all times. Lol. Plus I need something that will give me more grip for quick cuts and lateral movements on dry and wet pavements/grass, and not just in the gym. If I have to get one for specifically lifting and one for running, then so be it. Just thought I'd look around and ask. Sorry for the story.
Hi, great vid. I do a lot of sprinting some running and plyo, and it looked like the jj IV was the correct shoe for me, but turns out they aren't available in my country, so are there any good alternatives to it? Thanks.
@@thatfitfriend most of the big brands like reebok, Nike and UA will be available, there are just a few models that may not be available like the JJ IV. I have a pair of speed tr’s right now, which I love for agility training and sprints, but they lack that cushioning I want for my running and the explosive movements.
This video is not intended to be simplistic, but to share details for folks interested. Some love details, some love simplicity. If you watch my reviews they’re more simplistic in nature, but yes, this is a more detailed niche video explaining construction aspects of shoes ☺️
I think your shoe selection for this comparison was awesome. These are the 4 best trainers IMO. Each with their own benefits/strengths and each unique in their own right.
Yes! I’m so stoked you said that because that’s exactly why I picked these. Each have their niche uses!!
Man I just stumbled across your page and I'm so lucky I did. This video is so informative and I think it needs way more views. Thank you
Thank you so much, I appreciate that!
Great video with excellent information
Thank you!
Great content man, keep it up!
Thank you - I appreciate your feedback! 💪
Nice shoe collection at the beginning, as always killin' it with the shoe reviews! Great info to pick the right ones 💪🏻
Thank you!!
Appreciate this video so much!
Glad it helped! 🤝
Thanks for the tutorial. Really helped.
Happy to hear that!
Thanks! Your vid help me a lot!! 👍🏽👍🏽
Awesome! So stoked to hear that 💪 thank you for watching
Strong video💪 i did not know all these
Awesome, brother! I hope it helps in the search for shoes!
Ed to put some adverts in your videos bro. Awesome content
Thank you 💪💪
Fantastic video! THANK YOU!
Woo! Glad this video helped - thank you for watching!
Thx pal....Nike r just fantastic.....so comfy. Breathable, stable...wooow
Very informative, would like to know your thoughts about Nike free metcon 3 tho.
Thank you - that shoe is actually on my to-do list! Stay tuned 😊
Great informative video. Hope you will do a review on the apex 2
Thank you! And yes, it's coming and on my Spreadsheet. :)
@@thatfitfriend it's great to know that
@@khoinguyentrinh7105 we are live! ua-cam.com/video/hskX47eFwkQ/v-deo.html
Woooow nicely explained but please suggest a alround shoe which of good for weightlifting as well as in trademill.
Kinda late but I’m looking at this generation, I’m not worried about having the latest and greatest. I’m looking to get 2 pairs of shoes: a pair of elevated heel lifters like do-wins or legacy lifter 2’s for weight training as I do a lot of barbell work and am tired of converse, and a pair of cross trainers for everything else. Other than barbell weightlifting I will be doing accessory work with db’s and kb’s as well as running. Most I run is 2 miles at a time so not too worried about the cloudiest shoes since I don’t think that warrants as long distance. Out of these or maybe any others you could think of, which would be best for my needs. From video and online research I was leaning more towards the nano’s but wanted an expert opinion so to speak lol
Nanos work well, my friend! You could also explore STR/KE MVMNT Haze Trainer and the Metcon 7s. Those options will work for you!
@@thatfitfriend first off thanks for the reply I greatly appreciate it, it’s not often creators reply especially not so far away from the post date lol. On looks alone I was leaning towards the nanos, visually I love the look of all the generations but was willing to sacrifice looks for function. I’ll definitely check into the others you suggested, thanks again!
@@Gorillatartare Of course! It's funny, typically, I'm faster at replying but I try to limit my social media on Sundays to recharge for the week so I don't burn out.
The Nanos are solid - if you like them, then I wouldn't overthink it, honestly.
This is a great video! Absolutely brilliant! Is there a shoe for both running and light lifting....?
Thank you! Yeah, there are some good hybrid shoes out there.
I have a round-up discussing some of my top picks, linked here: thatfitfriend.com/best-training-shoes-running-lifting/
If you’re going super light, then you could also explore certain running shoes to tackle the job!
@@thatfitfriend Thank you, I clicked the link and read the whole article, absolutely amazing info
@@rangerxrin Awesome! Stoked it helped you out a bit, shout if I can answer/do anything else for you!
i currently wear the Reebok Speed TR Flexweave and Nike Metcon 4 XD. i do strength training, plyometric, functional, sprints interval and run distance up to 9 miles in them. i like them better than running shoes. sometimes, i would wear them for speed class instead of my usual cycling shoes. great shoes. cycling shoes work better, but these shoes are good.
The Speed TRs are insanely good and so fairly priced. They’re probably my fave hybrid shoe for their price point
@@thatfitfriend I would do all-out sprint agility workouts in these Speed TR Flexweave. These shoes are incredibly fast!!! I feel like i’m wearing track & field racing shoes or the NIke Zoom Waffle Racers. It makes feel like track athlete and i’m almost 50 years old. I would run Suicide workouts in an indoor basketball court or outdoors on asphalt. These shoes feel light, flexible, and fast. For the Suicide workouts, I would have 5 cones set 20’ apart for the length of the basketball court or slightly longer on the asphalt. Sprint to 1st, touch the ground and then sprint back to start line, touch the ground, and then sprint 2nd cone, touch the ground and then sprint to the start line. Keep repeating until I sprint to the 5th cone and sprint back start line and complete the 1st set. These shoes are super fast. Where it suffers is when i reach the cones and need to turn around and sprint back. These shoes have a large toe box and I feel like my feet are going slide out the side of the shoes. In comparison to the Metcon 4 XD which has a tight toe box and a sidewall, the Metcon XD feels more like tennis or basketball shoes and hold feet in. While the Metcon XD are better as a court shoe, it feels slow shoes on the straight away. Metcon XD feel heavier, and stiffer shank. Overall, it feels slow. I imagine the Metcon 6 and Nano 10 will feel like concrete cinder blocks on my feet because those things are heavy and stiff. To put it all in perspective, the Speed TR Flexweave feel like racing shoes and but racing shoe also has no lateral movement ability. Incredibly fast shoe. I love them. I’ll have to try the New Balance Minimus and New Balance Minimus Prevail one day. Those are really light and flexible shoes so they probably will feel fast. I also have to say these cross-trainers grip nicely on the hardwood floor of an indoor basketball court without leaving any markings on it but also work well asphalt.
@@thatfitfriend Here’s example of a suicide workout on a basketball court. ua-cam.com/video/QuvH9YTMeAw/v-deo.html
@@thatfitfriend Here’s an example of suicide sprints on the turf. They also run backward and backpedal like cornerbacks. I do that as well, but I normally backpedal first to the cones and then sprint forward to the start line. I do not use use the band as in these example because I natural running mechanics and refuse to any kind of intervention. These are a type of HIIT workout. You have to sprint at full speed. Accelerate as fast as you can and decelerate as fast as your can. ua-cam.com/video/qDwjzbQAOkQ/v-deo.html
@@krakatoasundra let me know how you like the Minimus when you get them!!
Hello! Thanks for this video, very comprehensive.
I would like to ask you, if I may, which shoe you would recommend between these two (Nike Air Max Bella TR 5 or Nike Legend Essential 2), I have tried to follow your directions but I am in doubt as to which one is more suitable for me. For training in the gym with weights consisting of fundamental exercises (such as squats and deadlifts) and complementary. I thank you in any case.
Hey! I actually don’t personally have experience with training in these models, but looking at the specs/construction and your context - I think the Legend Essential 2 would be the better pick between these two!
@jake Can you please suggest a shoe which can help in strength and Core/HIIT training, boxing and in Dance sessions. ? Can I use one or do I need to buy separate pair ?
You should be fine with just one pair of shoes!
Nano X1/Nano X2, Reebok speed 22 TR, and Nike react (zoom) metcon turbo are good options to look into. If none of these work for you - lmk and I can suggest more!
Hi ... can I ask you a question? I have flat feet and small toes, I train recreationally CF 5 times a week ... what are the best trainers for me according to you? Thanks in advance
Hit you back on IG!
I am new to CrossFit. I can not make a decision on what shoe to buy. I tent to tip toe when I squat or lean to the front when lifting. In your opinion what shoe will be better women shoe to buy to help with this?
Check out the Nike Metcon 7 or 6, Reebok Nano X1, or UA HOVR Apex 3!
They have heel to toe drops that should also feed decently well into your movement mechanics as described!
What's a good shoe for lifting and trying to get the miles in, say 3 to 6 mile runs? Mostly 3 mile runs.
Good question - truthfully, a lot of cross-trainers will work for that task, but if you want to find something more specific, then I have a couple of questions!
What are you wearing now (and do you like them)? How heavy are you planning to train?
@@thatfitfriend My feet takes a beating from kickboxing so it would be good to find something nice.
But right now I'm wearing chuck taylors for my lifts or going barefoot. And I'm wearing adidas sensebounce for my runs. I like them both, but I would like to not have to switch shoes between workouts, ex. Lift in the AM, go to work, then run after work or vis versa. Don't want to have 3 pairs of shoes with me at all times. Lol.
Plus I need something that will give me more grip for quick cuts and lateral movements on dry and wet pavements/grass, and not just in the gym.
If I have to get one for specifically lifting and one for running, then so be it. Just thought I'd look around and ask.
Sorry for the story.
Hi, great vid. I do a lot of sprinting some running and plyo, and it looked like the jj IV was the correct shoe for me, but turns out they aren't available in my country, so are there any good alternatives to it? Thanks.
What brands do you have available? Or is just that model?
@@thatfitfriend most of the big brands like reebok, Nike and UA will be available, there are just a few models that may not be available like the JJ IV.
I have a pair of speed tr’s right now, which I love for agility training and sprints, but they lack that cushioning I want for my running and the explosive movements.
@@maadhav_ check out the UA HOVR Rise 2s, it’s a solid pair and has a nice price tag!
@@thatfitfriend thanks a lot, man
@@maadhav_ check em out and if you don’t like them, hit me again and I can make more recs!
Too much details that make more confusion about choosing the best ....!!!???
This video is not intended to be simplistic, but to share details for folks interested. Some love details, some love simplicity. If you watch my reviews they’re more simplistic in nature, but yes, this is a more detailed niche video explaining construction aspects of shoes ☺️
heh heh dont know if you like that much tongue eh