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Squat Shoes vs. Flat Shoes: Which One Do You Actually Need?

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The debate over squat shoes versus flat shoes has been a fixture in strength training communities for decades. It's also, in most cases, the wrong question. The right question is:...

Converse for Lifting: Why It Works, and What's Actually Better

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Converse All Stars became a gym staple almost by accident. The flat, thin sole and minimal drop turned out to be better than most athletic shoes of the era for...