Converse chuck taylor all star lift womens high top shoes

What is the difference between Converse All Star and Chuck Taylors? Chuck Taylors are now called the Chuck 70 they have a different price aesthetic, materials, fit, and sole than the Converse All Star. The Converse All Star is $30 cheaper, more durable, lighter, and has more colors available.

A: The platform has a heel, while the lift is flat, though higher and offers more support than the traditional Converse. I recommend looking them both up on the Converse site, so you may see the difference.

So why do powerlifters wear converse shoes? Converse shoes are ideal for powerlifting because of their flat sole and high ankle support. The flat sole allows lifters to feel better connected to the floor, which increases balance and reduces the overall range of motion (during deadlifts).

As for what kind of Converse are best for lifting, Dr. Levine says you can't go wrong with high top sneakers in particular. “High tops are great because they give extra ankle support,” she says. “They also have a wide toe box so that your foot can splay out with heavy weight bearing exercises.”