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Are Our Shoes Competition Legal? Every Major Federation's Footwear Rules, Explained

Are Our Shoes Competition Legal? Every Major Federation's Footwear Rules, Explained

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IPF, USAPL, Powerlifting America, USPA — powerlifting footwear rules are nearly identical across every major federation. Here's exactly what they require, and why every Notorious Lift shoe passes.

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Best Footwear for Sumo Deadlift: What to Look For (and What We Recommend)

Best Footwear for Sumo Deadlift: What to Look For (and What We Recommend)

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Sumo deadlift puts unique demands on your footwear — thin sole, wide toe box, and locked-down fit. Here's what to look for, and a breakdown of every flat shoe in our lineup.

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

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

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Tagged: deadlift shoes flat shoes footwear heeled shoes powerlifting guide squat shoes

Heeled or flat? It's the most common footwear question in powerlifting — and the answer depends on your movement, your anatomy, and what you're training for. Here's the definitive breakdown.

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