[quote]Edgy wrote:
better DJ?[/quote]
Yes yes that is
[quote]Teledin wrote:
How many lbs has barefoot v shoes added to you key lifts?
I get the issue with stability and the shoes changing the mechanics of the movement subtly. Which can lead to knee and hip issues. Though there are plenty of shoes available on the market that negate these issues to a sufficient and safe level if you shop around a bit and know what you are looking for.
Now if your concern is mechanics, does this mean you avoid using many of machines in the gym with a fixed path also?[/quote]
Those subtle movements you talk about, which you stated can lead to knee and hip issues should be reason enough don’t you think? Especially if you plan on lifting safely and comfortably for years on into old age
In reference to the poundage increases, I havent the foggiest not that I’m interested though but maybe someone else can fill you in on that one
or, more like this?
[quote]wswnsc wrote:
[quote]Derek542 wrote:
[quote]Teledin wrote:
[quote]Derek542 wrote:
^ Who are you addressing? [/quote]
Every proponent of barefoot lifting. I just don’t get it in general.[/quote]
I will say that I feel more balanced when doing leg work and MP’s. You feel you are gripping the floor, I doubt anybody has really tested PRs with both. I think it is what feels good to you type of thing. [/quote]
If you personally believe that you are more balanced (or stronger or more stable or more whatever) barefoot, then you will be…
If you feel the same way, but wearing running shoes, then you will be… [/quote]
What?
I’m not 12, I have lifted weights since 7 grade football in 1985, used many shoes.
I believe I could slam a basketball, but you know what I cant, I’m fucking white and to short.
[quote]Teledin wrote:
How many lbs has barefoot v shoes added to you key lifts?
I get the issue with stability and the shoes changing the mechanics of the movement subtly. Which can lead to knee and hip issues. Though there are plenty of shoes available on the market that negate these issues to a sufficient and safe level if you shop around a bit and know what you are looking for.
Now if your concern is mechanics, does this mean you avoid using many of machines in the gym with a fixed path also?[/quote]
They’re comfortable and the low sole lets me get close to the floor during deads. They’re no miracle. Nice for driving too.
eh - not my cup-o-tea, but whatevah~
I like working out in Free’s. The ones I wear are a couple of years old, but they’ve held up great and are ridiculously comfortable. Been SERIOUSLY debating picking up the new Huarache Free’s. They’re a hybrid of the Nike Huarache’s from the early 90’s and the modern Free’s. Aside from being crazy comfortable, they look super dope. Never worn Vibrams, but everyone I’ve ever talked with about 'em says once you get used to 'em you’ll never workout in another shoe.
[quote]Derek542 wrote:
[quote]wswnsc wrote:
[quote]Derek542 wrote:
[quote]Teledin wrote:
[quote]Derek542 wrote:
^ Who are you addressing? [/quote]
Every proponent of barefoot lifting. I just don’t get it in general.[/quote]
I will say that I feel more balanced when doing leg work and MP’s. You feel you are gripping the floor, I doubt anybody has really tested PRs with both. I think it is what feels good to you type of thing. [/quote]
If you personally believe that you are more balanced (or stronger or more stable or more whatever) barefoot, then you will be…
If you feel the same way, but wearing running shoes, then you will be… [/quote]
What?
I’m not 12, I have lifted weights since 7 grade football in 1985, used many shoes.
I believe I could slam a basketball, but you know what I cant, I’m fucking white and to short.[/quote]
Ok - so you’re saying there’s a correct shoe to wear that provides superior balance, etc… and it has no relation to “what works for you” … gotcha… Go ask Wendler his thoughts on that…
My post has suddenly lost all relevancy sammich’ed between all that lovlinees…
[quote]SLAINGE wrote:
My post has suddenly lost all relevancy sammich’ed between all that lovlinees…[/quote]
relevancy is overrated - btw, go Argentina~!
[quote]Edgy wrote:
or, more like this?[/quote]
[quote]Derek542 wrote:
[quote]wswnsc wrote:
[quote]Derek542 wrote:
[quote]Teledin wrote:
[quote]Derek542 wrote:
^ Who are you addressing? [/quote]
Every proponent of barefoot lifting. I just don’t get it in general.[/quote]
I will say that I feel more balanced when doing leg work and MP’s. You feel you are gripping the floor, I doubt anybody has really tested PRs with both. I think it is what feels good to you type of thing. [/quote]
If you personally believe that you are more balanced (or stronger or more stable or more whatever) barefoot, then you will be…
If you feel the same way, but wearing running shoes, then you will be… [/quote]
What?
I’m not 12, I have lifted weights since 7 grade football in 1985, used many shoes.
I believe I could slam a basketball, but you know what I cant, I’m fucking white and to short.[/quote]
I believe I can fly…
If it is an issue of the low sole/heel drop just buy Racing Flats. The are better looking come in all kinds of styles and can be bought at a fraction of the price. Vibrams look…
[quote]maverick88 wrote:
If it is an issue of the low sole/heel drop just buy Racing Flats. The are better looking come in all kinds of styles and can be bought at a fraction of the price. Vibrams look…[/quote]
Some people prefer function over fashion.
Not to mention that sometimes you get what you pay for.
[quote]imhungry wrote:
[quote]maverick88 wrote:
If it is an issue of the low sole/heel drop just buy Racing Flats. The are better looking come in all kinds of styles and can be bought at a fraction of the price. Vibrams look…[/quote]
Some people prefer function over fashion.
Not to mention that sometimes you get what you pay for.[/quote]
Yes, but if people are buying Vibrams because they are low to the ground how are they better, than racing flats?
All I here people say is that they feel their legs really working in Vibrams but, after years of wearing heavy/cushioned shoes any minimalist shoe would have the same effect.
People run marathons and sprint in racing flats, I am pretty sure they can handle squatting and deadlifting a couple times a week.
[quote]maverick88 wrote:
Yes, but if people are buying Vibrams because they are low to the ground how are they better, than racing flats?
All I here people say is that they feel their legs really working in Vibrams but, after years of wearing heavy/cushioned shoes any minimalist shoe would have the same effect.
People run marathons and sprint in racing flats, I am pretty sure they can handle squatting and deadlifting a couple times a week.[/quote]
My toes wake up in vibrams. They wouldn’t do that in racing flats. The joy isn’t bad cushioning, it’s feeling like you’re walking barefoot on a beach.
185 or greater over head and I can feel the soles of my Frees squishing and moving all over laterally as I press, I don’t think the shoes are meant to handle 400+ lbs of weight. I don’t even want to think what they would do with 400+ on my back (I haven’t squatted with shoes on since '99).
Again for me it’s all about grip and lack of squish under my feet.
I always work out barefoot and I run in a flimsy pair of plimsols. I just move so much better without shoes, I’m faster, stronger and more mobile with no shoes or plimsoles and my body aches a whole lot less when I’m not wearing shoes.
It’s got to the point where normal shoes make me clumsy and I feel like I’m strapped to planks of wood.
I train in a thong and flip-flops