SABO Deadlift Shoes - Grey/Black

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During this time, I wore the SABO Deadlift Shoes for 2 of my usual 3 workout sessions per week. Each session lasted 2-3 hours for all exercises. I deadlifted during one of these two sessions. My deadlifting typically consisted of 3 warm up/ramp up sets and 4-5 working sets ranging from 1-4 reps per set.

The first potential con I could see others having is expecting these shoes to be versatile outside of their intended use. This model is not going to be the best at supporting things like cross-training and other activities outside of deadlifts, so if you plan to buy them, then make sure you’re okay limiting their use for this activity.

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If you’re wearing a shoe with a raised heel, your center of gravity is altered to make your hips start at a higher position. Powerlifting shoes' soles are usually made of a non-slip material, such as rubber or high-friction synthetics. This improves your grip on the lifting surface, lowering your chances of slipping and allowing you to keep correct foot placement throughout the lift. Improved traction can also aid in lifting technique by enabling you to transfer more power to the bar or weight and raise heavier loads. A more practical benefit is that you spend less energy and focus on maintaining your ankle position. On top of that, the mechanics become slightly more advantageous: You have what is essentially an immovable side wall around your foot that you can push off of; thus, you can drive more force into the floor and pull more total weight than you could otherwise. Sole Covers Wider Than Average Surface Area Third and lastly, the outsole tread in this shoe gives you a little more grip than comparable minimalist shoes, so they can be great for different surfaces and deadlift styles. As a bonus, I also like the Tolos Archetype 1.0’s appearance as you can wear them for big deadlifts and out and about for daily wear. Best for Powerlifting

This way you’re getting quality shoes for deadlifts that are more dynamic in nature so you can also wear them for other activities. Unlike many shoes in the market, these are characterized by their lightweight design. While this might not be necessary for a deadlift, some users would prefer their shoes not to be super heavy on their feet. Regular and heeled shoes might be great for a lot of things. For example, they’re padded with a soft insole cushioning, making them highly comfortable and easy for regular exercise.If you don’t need raised-heel Olympic lifting shoes for squats, then you could use the SABO Deadlift Shoes as your only pair of lifting shoes. That means saving money and saving room in your gym bag. Second, the width of the Tolos Archetype 1.0’s toe box is solid for accommodating toe splay and different foot anatomies. This shoe’s width rivals the width of Vivobarefoot shoes, so I don’t think you’ll need to stress toe splay in this model.

Side support on the outsole allows you to spread the floor without your feet rolling over, unlike slippers. This makes all running shoes bad for deadlifting. The spongy foam and gel-filled soles absorb all the force you exert to lift the weight off the floor. On the flip side, the more rubbery your shoes are, the more flexible they’ll be. Yet, unlike foam and EVA, the rubber will retain the compression resistance and support needed for deadlifts. Nike Metcon 2 sitting in front of a SABO Deadlift Shoe. Metcons are much bigger and taller than they look like in the product pictures. Nike Metcons were developed with CrossFit and functional fitness in mind, not powerlifting. Despite this fact, the Metcons still turned out to be a half decent shoe for heavy squats and deadlifts, as they have a lot of “powerlifting-friendly” features. Ankle strap: In addition to the high top design, the SABO Deadlift Shoes also have an ankle strap at the top of the collar. It secures from one side of the shoe to the other, crossing over the tongue. The strap has an elastic porition, allowing you to stretch it a lot or just a little bit, for more or less tightness.Improved grip is another significant advantage of powerlifting shoes. To avoid slipping and keep correct form when lifting heavy weights, it's critical to have a firm grip on the lifting surface. The sole materials and construction of powerlifting shoes are intended to provide maximum traction. In addition to supporting the bottom of your feet, many deadlifting shoes come with a strapped collar, which plays a pivotal role in keeping your ankle secured and balanced (important if deadlifting using the sumo stance). Reduces Your Range of Motion SABO weightlifting shoes are built on Russian whole sizes (size 34 - 47). The table below shows the conversion of Russian to US mens's sizes. RUS Grip: When you have 5 mm soles, that’s just enough for some nice grooves and patterns to be cut relatively deeply into them. These textures contribute greatly to how well your shoes grip on the floor. And since they can be cut a ways into the sole, they’ll still be there for a while even as the sole slowly wears down over time.

The problem with a flat sole is that it doesn’t run smoothly with the curvature of your foot arch, making them uncomfortable to wear for a long time. This causes a lot of strain on your body while deadlifting, which kills your results and can lead to potential injury. The Free Range of Motion is Bad for Deadlifting What’s great about deadlift shoes is that they’re engineered to provide these points with ultimate support. This enables you to focus on achieving the best results. Is Ankle Support Important When Deadlifting?

We stock a range of SABO lifting shoes - designed for powerlifting, weightlifting, crossfit, strongman and strength training. 

Besides being elegant, they’re highly durable and flexible, with many features that earned them a spot on the list of the best shoes for deadlifting. The SABO shoes manage to achieve their limited but nonetheless impressive amount of arch support with a combination of these design features: