It doesn't get much worse than running in the rain with slippery shoes, losing your footing in the middle of a deadlift, or making scuff marks all over the floor of a fitness studio. Anyone who spends a good amount of time exercising knows that wearing the right pair of shoes can do wonders for a workout, and wearing the wrong pair can make it even more frustrating.
If you're itching to do one more box jump or one more mile but your feet are covered in blisters, it's time to invest in some new kicks to help you level up. Fortunately, Under Armour has a range of athletic shoes for every workout, so no matter where your feet carry you, your shoes will be there to provide (arch) support. Keep reading for 10 of our favorites.
Designed specifically for sprints, these UA HOVR Machina 2 Colorshift Running Shoes ($150) ensure that you can safely pick up the pace. A Pebax speed plate provides power in every step, while carbon rubber pods on the sole provide traction and durability.
Approved by Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson himself, these weightlifting shoes are as tough as you are. Instead of a heel raise, the UA Project Rock 3 Training Shoes ($140) are built with Under Armour's Tribase technology, which provides optimal stability and ground contact for even the heaviest of deadlifts.
If you like taking Zumba, kickboxing, or any footwork-centric classes, these UA HOVR Apex 2 Gloss Training Shoes ($140) are the pair for you. Because of their durable layering system, these shoes support your natural agility whether you're on your toes or heels, or going backwards, forwards, or side to side.
If your workouts often take you outdoors, you'd better get your feet in a pair of UA HOVR Machina Off Road Running Shoes ($160). Water repellant yet lightweight with a Mega Grip outsole, these shoes help you perform at full capacity no matter the weather or terrain.
No matter how many sumo squats you have left, these UA TriBase Reign 3 Training Shoes ($120) are guaranteed to get you through it. Engineered to be flexible at the forefoot and literally built for headstand pushups, these shoes maximize mobility, making them ideal for fast-paced, strength-focused workouts like CrossFit or Orangetheory.
If you spend a lot of time on the basketball court, it's time to lace up a pair of Curry Flow 8 Basketball Shoes ($160). Thanks to their fully rubberless construction, these shoes will keep you light on your feet, whether you need to go up for the rebound or hit a fast break.
Your runner's high will never wear off if you're wearing a pair of UA HOVR Phantom 2 Running Shoes ($150). Equipped with smart technology, these shoes connect to UA MapMyRun for real-time coaching and training plans to ensure you get the most out of every run.
Sick of straining your knees and back whenever you do burpees? These UA HOVR Rise 2 Training Shoes ($100) take the impact out of every HIIT workout with an EVA midsole and a full-rubber outsole.
The UA Charged Bandit Trek Trail Running Shoes ($110) have everything you need for a comfortable hike: grippy tread, support for your heels and ankles, and a mesh upper to help keep your feet cool.
If you switch up your workouts the way most people change clothes, these UA HOVR Sonic STRT Shoes ($100) are the perfect fit. The UA HOVR cushioning and Energy Web mesh make for the ultimate combination of energy return and durability, no matter the level of exertion you put on your feet.