4 Best Reebok Training Shoes

Aside from providing much-needed breathability, the Reebok Nano X4 also delivered a nice grasp around the heel. Its width at the big toe was also very suitable for those who want more wiggle room. Because of all these benefits, we consider the Nano X4 as the best among all training shoes from Reebok.

We rated the upper a 4 out of 5 for its breathability. Both smoke and light never had issues passing through the porous upper material. The air that the Nano X4 freely let in and out contributed a lot to the comfort that we enjoyed so much.

The heel counter deserved recognition. It held the rearfoot securely in place. It also resisted our manual squeezes and twists in the lab, convincing us that a score of 4 out of 5 was in order.

The width at the big toes was wider than average (81.3 mm vs 78.1 mm). According to our experience and data, toeboxes with just enough space support agile movements well. No wonder it was a lot easier to execute finer footwork when we were wearing this shoe.

We could not recommend the Reebok Nano X4, however, to gym rats who are into serious weight lifting. It was just not stable enough for Olympic-style snatches and jerks.

Based on our tests and lab assessments, it’s the Legacy Lifter III from Reebok that is structured in a way that is most suitable for advanced lifters. First of all, it has a high heel-to-toe drop that works best for seasoned lifters. We also laud how resistant to twist the shoe’s platform was.  The third noteworthy quality is how the rearfoot is built, it’s as if it was designed solely to lock the heel in.

After measuring it using a caliper, we discovered that the heel-to-toe drop of the Legacy Lifter 3 is 20.5 mm. Based on our data, drops of this height are favorites of experienced weightlifters because they help greatly in attaining and maintaining an upright posture.

The shoe’s twist resistance was also of note. We manually twisted this shoe in the lab, and we were left with no choice but give this part a perfect 5. We were already sweating a lot, but it still wouldn’t yield!

We performed two assessments on the heel counter: a Dremel test for durability and a manual squeeze test for stiffness. This part of the shoe scored a solid 4 out of 5 in the Dremel test while it perfected the manual squeeze test. In the gym, we never worried that our feet would ever find a way out of the heel counter’s strong clasp.

The velcro attachment was such an annoyance though. It was just too short! Good thing the tongue can be inflated to enhance the lockdown of the Reebok Legacy Lifter III.

The Reebok Nano X3 Adventure definitely made working out outdoors a lot easier. Its upper was built like a tank, and it sure felt durable even to the touch. We never had worries that our movements would ever break it. We also appreciated the firm outsole, which protected us from feeling the brunt of whatever debris we stepped on. We also had its plush midsole to provide much needed compression during our intense routines. Because of all this, we consider the Nano X3 Adventure as our best bet among Reebok trainers when it comes to outdoor exercises.

In our lab, we Dremel-drilled the upper for twelve seconds. But even such a high-pressure assault can never poke a hole in the upper. The whole process was just a mere pinch for the Reebok Nano X3 Adventure. We gave it a perfect 5 for durability, and we had no doubts about the longevity of this shoe.

According to the readings on our HC durometer, the outsole is a little firmer than average (84.0) at 89.4. Aside from protecting us from being hurt by debris, the firm outsole also contributed some springiness which made us quicker on our feet. Sprints, quick side steps, and even some jumping rope action were easy to execute because of this springiness.

Through our HA durometer measurements, we learned that the midsole of the Nano X3 Adventure is softer than average (27.2) at 21.9. It served as the soft cradle that kept all of our steps free from pain.

But good Lord was this shoe toasty! It only got the lowest 1 over 5 in our breathability tests. The upper material was pretty closed-off; it barely allowed air to go in or go out.

No other Reebok training shoe brings more value to the table than the Nano 2.0, which delivers impressive lightness, flexibility, and stability for just $110. That is cheaper than the average Reebok training shoe price of $113.

At 10.09 oz (286g), the Nano 2.0 is a delightfully minimal shoe that is 1.4 oz (40g) lighter than the average training shoe. Moreover, it is 49.8% more flexible than average based on our 90 degree bend test. With that combination of lightness and flexibility, we found the shoe to be a fantastic performer on fast runs and jumps, as well as agility drills and other dynamic movements.

But this lightweight shoe is still more than capable of helping us crush some big lifts. We did not feel any instability from the midsole, which is 14.8% firmer than average, even while using fairly heavy weights. Meanwhile, the flat platform, which provides more ground contact, and the relatively low 3.1 mm heel to toe drop (0.7 mm lower than average) are both more advantageous for deadlifts.

However, we do not recommend using the Nano 2.0 for longer runs because of its minimal midsole cushioning. We measured its heel and forefoot stack to be 7 mm and 3.3 mm shorter than average, respectively.