Yes, there can be too much of a good thing — and that includes sneakers.
Finding the right pair for your workout needs can be overwhelming when there are so many shoe options available. So, we called in some backup.
Although everyone's different, it doesn't hurt to get inspired by personal trainers' go-to gym shoes. From HIIT [1] training to cardio, the pros swear by these kicks.
Nike Free TR 7 Lace-Ups
Christina LaGrega, a NASM-certified personal trainer, relies on her Nike Free TR 7 Lace-Ups [3] ($150 - $160) for HIIT training and boxing sessions. "They're extremely lightweight [and] hug [the feet] so well without being over-tight or too loose," she tells us.
PUMA Weave XT
For all types of training, Dyan Tsiumis, an ACE-certified personal trainer, laces up her PUMA Weave XTs [4] ($35 - $146). She finds they check off all her boxes: they're lightweight, easy to travel with, perfect for HIIT training, and slip-on easily while fitting like a glove.
Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 35
Garner Pilat, an ACSM-certified personal trainer, loves her cardio: walking, jogging, running — you name it. That's why she opts for the Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 35 [5] ($100 - $180). Not only do they offer great support and cushion, but they are breathable, too.
NoBull Black Ivy Trainers
"My must-have piece of fitness gear is the NoBull Training shoes [6] ($130)," Caley Crawford, a NASM-certified personal trainer and director of education for Row House [7], explains.
She's struggled to find a shoe that fit her wider foot — until she met the NoBull training sneaker. The kicks come in a variety of colours and rises, and are great for HIIT training and indoor rowing.
Brooks Glycerin
Melissa Lerner, a NASM-certified personal trainer, swears by the Brooks Glycerins [8] ($150) for all types of workouts.
"It has great arch support, an even-cushioned bottom, and a larger toe box," Lerner says. These qualities allow the toes room to move during HIIT portions of the workout, help with balance, stabilise the ankles, and provide extra cushioning when stepping down, running, or jumping.
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