Bare Foot Squatting

[1orlando]

Thanks everyone for the replies.

[Chicago South Sider]

Originally Posted by hawaiiancoconut

Nope. I'm in chucks whenever I'm squatting.

This.

[Zara Ray]

Originally Posted by McBain II

God, I hate those things...lol.

Lol, I find them comical. I was toying with the idea of getting them just to walk around in, but not for the gym. I prefer having hard, flat shoes like keds or chucks. The classics. If I had more $$ it would be nike or a pair of Jordans.

[1orlando]

My next barefoot squat attempt will he deep summo style squats and see what happens.

[arrieros81]

Originally Posted by Suburban_Guy

I use Reebok Oly Lifter 2.0's when lifting.

I like the stability, solid sole, and slightly raised heel to help me get a firm feel and a deeper squat.

I like those shoes too even though I don't squat heavy weights. I wouldn't work out in bare feet.

[wcu25rs]

I always used to squat and DL barefooted, but ever since I got some lifting shoes, I'll never squat barefooted again. Still DL barefooted some though.

[JONOV]

Originally Posted by hawaiiancoconut

Nope. I'm in chucks whenever I'm squatting.

It is the same principle, a thin sole, non squishy, etc...it just gives your feet the added protection of a show.

[invertigo]

I have back and front squatted for years with a typical running style sneaker, and never had any issues. I see people here and there going shoeless. I find it a matter of personal preference.

[1orlando]

I did the summo style squat barefoot and I liked it a lot so I think I will incorporate barefoot squatting into my routine.

[Bluefox]

Not for squats but for dead lifts I do and it gives me quite a bit more stability. It helps my form by making it easier to push from my heels on the pull. I may have to try them for squats.