Fitness shoes Under Armour
Our Under Armour page showcases the training shoes from the American brand, born from textile innovation, featuring its stability and cushioning technologies, along with our tips for choosing a shoe suitable for weightlifting, cross-training, or cardio sessions.
Performance, from the gym to the field.
A brand born from textiles
Under Armour was born in 1996 in the United States, founded by Kevin Plank, a former college football player. Fed up with cotton t-shirts soaked in sweat, he designed a close-fitting technical undershirt that wicks sweat away. The success was rapid in American sports. The brand then diversified into shoes, from running to basketball, including training.
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Training shoes
The training shoes from Under Armour focus on stability, with soles designed to keep the foot in contact with the ground during weighted movements, and on the cushioning of their proprietary foams for cardio sessions and jumps. A training shoe should provide a firm and low heel for squats and lunges, a sole that grips during lateral movements, and an upper that secures the foot.
Choosing the right one
For weightlifting, stability and a low drop between the heel and forefoot are preferred; for HIIT and group classes, light weight and cushioning at the front; for cross-training, a reinforced upper and sole. Try on the shoe at the end of the day, with sports socks, ensuring there’s half a centimetre in front of the toes. Reserve it for the gym and avoid long runs.
Good deals
Good deals can also be found in good plans, promotions, clearance, sales, and Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped within 24h are prepared and dispatched in 24 hours. The major events of the year happen in a stable order: Black Friday at the end of autumn, the holiday season, winter sales, French Days in spring, followed by summer sales and back-to-school.
Frequently asked questions
Training shoes or running shoes, what's the difference?
Running shoes have thick cushioning to absorb forward strides. Training shoes have a lower, wider sole, stable for lateral movements and weights.
Which Under Armour shoe for weightlifting?
For heavy lifting, prefer a flat, firm sole that keeps the feet well grounded on the ground. Too thick cushioning makes squats and deadlifts unstable and less effective.
What shoe to choose for cross-training?
Cross-training involves jumps, short runs, weights, and ropes: a versatile shoe is needed, with moderate cushioning, good lateral stability, and a sole that grips the ground in the gym.
How was the Under Armour brand born?
It was born in 1996 in the United States, founded by Kevin Plank, a former college football player. Fed up with cotton t-shirts drenched in sweat, he designed a technical undershirt.
How to choose the right size for training shoes?
Take your usual size and check that the heel doesn't lift during jumps. The foot should be supported on the sides for lateral movements, without compressing the toes.
