Reddit reviews adidas Performance Men's Powerlift.2 Trainer Shoe,Black/White/Night Metallic/Grey,9.5 M US
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Weight-lifting trainer with retro sensibilities including hook-and-loop top strap and round perforated toeWeight-distribution stability plateWider-fitting comfort lastWeightlifting-engineered, high-density die-cut midsole wedge offers lightweight stabilityHeel-support design focuses on integral rear of foot for superb lightweight supportNon-marking, patterned outsole provides consistent grip and durability
Flatter isn't the answer. Not-squishy is.
I used to lift in running shoes. It was okay until I approached body weight. Then it's basically like liquefaction in an earthquake, but in reverse: any movement in the upper body was magnified down below. I would have rolled an ankle.
I'm currently using Vans slip on skate shoes. They're okay right now, I seem to have "enough" ankle mobility.
But the folks at /r/weightlifting and /r/weightroom say that if you're performing squats, deadlifts, cleans, and snatches with any kind of frequency, the specialty weightlifting shoes are a must.
They're not flat. There's a heel raise, anywhere from 1/2" to 1-1/2" depending on brand and model. The heel raise uses a very solid outsole that doesn't squish.
The crossfit shoes are certainly better than running shoes, but they're more expensive than Adidas's "entry level" weightlifting shoe.
I've been watching the price on amazon, they tend to be anywhere from $66 to $89.