Hey guys, a little background in myself.
Been running 5/3/1 for the last 10 months with excellent results but still find myself uncomfortable with loads greater than 90% of my 1st, primarily from my bodybuilding background. I've been reading his beyond 531 and gonna switch it to hitting the compounds 2 a week with different assistance.
I have always worn chucks but thinking in of picking up a pair of those adipowers that everyone raves about for squats. My question is I see it has about a 3/4 of an inch heel - would it be really uncomfortable switching? The cheaper version the 2.0 I think has a 1/2 inch heel. Should I go with thay shoe first to get used to the increase in heel size?
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Thread: Converse to Adipowers
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04-22-2015, 06:25 AM #1
Converse to Adipowers
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04-23-2015, 03:55 PM #2
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04-24-2015, 02:49 AM #4
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04-24-2015, 05:35 AM #5
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There is going to be an adjust period if you never squatted in an Oly shoe.
I know for me it took a good bit of time to get use to the new mechanics wearing them. I've switched back to a flat sole shoe and prefer it over the Adipowers. Give it time and be patient if you decide to go with an Oly shoe.My training log: https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=178464441
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04-24-2015, 07:07 PM #6
People obviously have different experiences with how they feel in gym shoes but for me there was no learning curve switching to adiPowers. It's as though I was "meant to wear them" or something. They felt great right away. I have very good ankle, knee flexibility and never had a problem leaning forward and rarely lose my balance so that might factor in. I squat high bar most of the time so that's another variable. You're going to love them for front squats!
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04-24-2015, 07:13 PM #7
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04-26-2015, 02:59 AM #8
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04-26-2015, 11:45 AM #9
I recently switched from flat soled sambas to Addipowers.
I like some others here squat high bar with a relatively narrow stance and they are great for that.
I do have an old pair of addis WL shoes with a very high heel and didn't use them that much because it didn't feel that good on my knees.
Kind of like when bodybuilding and squatting with heels on a 2x4.
You must keep a fairly upright squat stance.
I think the 1/2" heel would be a good choice for you.
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04-26-2015, 12:25 PM #10
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04-27-2015, 02:01 PM #11
Something to keep in mind about all of these opinions is, they are just opinions. Everybody is going to have a different opinion on what shoes they like best. The only thing you can really do is get a pair and try them out for yourself. Some people will adapt to them very quickly, others will take more time. This will depend on a lot of factors.
Personally, I lift in Romaleo's, version 1. I like them and have been lifting in them for 3+ years, 4-6 days a week, and they are still in excellent shape (Olympic weightlifter). I can't compare them to the Adipowers, because I've not lifted in both. Also, most people will have to lift in them for a good length of time to really get an appreciation for what they can or can't do for your lifting, not to mention breaking them in properly. Wearing them 1-2 times will not give you the real story. Based on what I've seen, the Nike's are a bit heavier, but more sturdy than the Adipowers.Training log: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=168969133
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05-09-2015, 09:51 AM #12
I picked up the adipowers and love em. I notice I tend to lean forward ever so slightly when I start to really grind the last rep or 2 but overall it's an amazing investment. Thanks for the help.
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05-09-2015, 10:39 AM #13
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07-15-2015, 11:25 AM #14
So I've had the shoes for about 2 months and I don't think there for me. I still don't feel like I'm comfortable yet. I've also never had Hip issues and my hips have been bothering me for about 3 weeks. Not sure if it's from hitting more depth or just the shoe changing my position up. Anyone else else get Hip issues from switching?
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07-15-2015, 12:58 PM #15
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