Nike's Multi-Workout Gym Shoes Are Now on Sale for $46
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Why We Love This Deal
The best workout shoes vary depending on who you talk to. Lifters will say they should have a flat, stable platform, while hybrid athletes favor flexibility and a lightweight design. If you take a look at gymgoers' sneakers, you'll see a lot of Nike Metcons because they work really well for a variety of workouts, but there's another gym shoe from Nike that deserves the spotlight: It's a basic, comfortable model built to handle any exercise, and now it's under $50.
Nike's Flex Train Workout Shoes are on sale for as low as $46 right now when you use the code GEARUP at checkout. This shoe is a solid workhorse that can do it all, from runs to lifts, cross-training to HIIT workouts. They come in sizes 8 to 14, and the green and one of the white colors are selling at this price. Despite that, you can get the black and tan for $2 more, and all others are still on sale for $64.
Nike Flex Train Workout Shoes, From $46 (was $80) at Nike
What Shoppers Should Know
- Type: Workout Shoes
- Sizes: 8 to 14
- Colors: 11 at various prices
- Best For: Strength training, bodyweight exercise, light runs, easy HIITs, stretching
The Flex Trains also have excellent mobility thanks to the highly flexible soles, similar to those found under the Free Metcons. They have a full-length foam midsole, and an elastic heel band helps to add a touch of stability, too. Their mesh is quite breathable, while the soft collar keeps things comfy and lightweight.
Looking at Nike’s ecosystem of workout shoes, these sit well below the Metcons in terms of rigidity for heavy loads and premium support, which is what you would need for powerlifting and gruelling WODs. The Flex Trains are, instead, slightly more flexible and lighter than the Free Metcons, which makes them possibly better suited for days spent doing mixed workouts.
They're regarded as one of the best entry-level trainers for all-purpose use. For bodyweight movements, strength training, easy HIITs, and light runs, just grab these, and with this price, you cannot go wrong.
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What Lifters Are Saying
Feedback is overall good here, but some have mixed feelings on the fit and grip on cement gym floors. Other than that, every reviewer noted how insanely comfy these trainers are. One Nike loyalist was quick to point out that these are a “good cushioned alternative for Nike Free Metcon 6 or Metcon 10s.” They said they are “very stable” and are surprisingly good for cross-training or lateral movements.
“Comfy” and “stylish,” said another, while a third mentioned they are the “perfect” training shoes and are “very comfortable.” Another even said they felt them to be “very soft,” for plush comfort.
Nike’s extra 20% off on select gear won’t be around forever, so if you want to score this fantastic discount on these Flex Trains, do it soon.