After training in the adidas Dropset 4 Power this week, my biggest takeaway is how seamlessly it blends lightweight agility with exceptional stability. Most shoes that deliver this level of support tend to feel bulky and heavy, but the Dropset 4 Power is impressively lightweight while still maximizing stability - a clear testament to the adidas team’s thoughtful engineering and design. This is a true cross-training shoe built for people who lift, jump, and want to move fast.

You know how most training shoes make you choose, either they’re solid under a heavy barbell but feel clunky for conditioning, or they’re flexible for running and jumps but leave you unstable when lifting? The R.A.D® ONE V2 breaks that mold.

The Metcon 10 feels like Nike finally struck the right balance between structure and comfort. There’s solid stability in the heel and midfoot, but the addition of ReactX foam makes it noticeably more cushioned than the Metcon 9. It still delivers that classic Metcon feel just with more versatility and comfort during fast-paced workouts.