Weightlifting shoes serve purposes beyond just making you look cool. The hard soles ensure generated force is more completely transferred and provide a stable platform for the feet and ankles. In addition, the elevated heels increase the effective range of motion of the ankles, allowing the hips to be brought in closer to the heels when squatting and consequently the torso to be kept more upright. Do-Win, Werksan and Adidas all make quality shoes.