Nike's Iconic Metcon 9 Workout Shoes Start at $67 Right Now, and Shoppers Say They're the 'Best Lifting Shoes Ever'

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Running shoes might get all the fame and glory among athletic sneakers , but running isn’t the only athletic pursuit. A good workout starts with lacing up a pair of comfortable gym shoes designed for support, stability, and grip. If you’ve been making do with a worn-out pair of sneakers, now’s the perfect time to upgrade: Nike just marked down its acclaimed Metcon 9 workout shoe by more than $80 as a part of a limited-time sale.

The Nike Metcon 9 is on sale for as low as $67 right now—a massive 55% discount on its usual retail price of $150 when you use the code EXTRA25 at checkout. This shoe is beloved among gym rats for its superb performance in all kinds of workouts, from lifting to CrossFit and even HIIT routines. You can save an extra 25% on four colors, but the best deals are on the gold as well as the white-and-pink colors, which are still available in nearly all sizes from 6 to 15.

Nike Metcon 9 in Saturn Gold/Bronzine, $67 (was $150) at Nike

Nike calls the Metcon 9 the “gold standard” for workout shoes because it's designed from the ground up to create a wobble-free, planted feel when lifting weights. One standout feature is the Hyperlift plate under the heel—it helps disperse weight downward and outward and makes the heel more rigid, so you feel grounded and secure when lifting heavy loads. A wide sole promotes stability with a full-contact rubber outsole that offers lockdown traction, so you won’t slip on slick gym floors. The rubber outsole material also extends up the side of the shoe, adding support for side-to-side movements while increasing grip for rope climbs.

The Metcon 9 has earned tons of glowing reviews from gym-goers who praise the shoe’s stable feel and comfortable fit. “Great shoes for squats and deadlifts,” one shopper said. “Provides stability and helps push oneself even more.” Another shopper agreed, saying, “Exceptional stability and comfort for those that have mixed workout style…I have tried a variety of cross-training/functional style shoes and, so far, the Metcon's gym stability and fit for movement is the strongest.”

Nike Metcon 9 in Saturn White/Deep Royal Blue/Fierce Pink/White, $67 (was $150) at Nike

Other reviewers kept it simple, simply saying the Metcon 9 is the best in class. One shopper called them “the best lifting shoes I’ve owned.” Another echoed that superlative, calling them the “best workout shoe ever.”

No matter how you choose to break a sweat in the gym, the Metcon 9 can help you stay comfortable and in the zone as you work toward your fitness goals. This is a prime opportunity to nab Nike’s top-tier fitness sneaker, so don’t wait around—with prices this good, you can bet sizes won’t last long.