Good lifting gear won't do the work for you, but the right shoes, wraps and sleeves make every session feel more solid. That's why we've teamed up with Standard Issue, Malaysia's online store for fitness and strength gear, to give the ANTS community 10% off lifting gear.

Use the code SI-ANTS on anything in their store, from weightlifting shoes to belts, grips and jump ropes. You'll also find the QR code on the counter next time you train with us.

How to claim your 10% off

It takes less than a minute:

  • Scan the QR code at ANTS, or open standardissuegears.com with code SI-ANTS.
  • The discount code is applied automatically at checkout. You can also type SI-ANTS yourself.
  • Purchase and pay online.
  • Your gear is delivered to you. Standard Issue offers free shipping within Malaysia on orders above RM300.

Lifting gear our coaches recommend

You don't need a full kit on day one. These are the pieces we see make the biggest difference for our lifters.

Nike Romaleos 4 weightlifting shoes in black and gold, available at Standard Issue. Rehband X-RX wrist wrap supporting the wrist in the front rack position. A pair of Titan TKS neoprene knee sleeves for squats and Olympic lifting.
Weightlifting shoes, wrist wraps and knee sleeves, all at Standard Issue.

Weightlifting shoes. A raised, solid heel lets you sit deeper in the squat with an upright chest, which matters in the snatch, clean and front squat. Standard Issue stocks lifters like the Nike Romaleos 4 and the Adidas Adipower 2.

Wrist wraps. Wraps such as the Rehband X-RX add support in the front rack and overhead, especially on heavier jerks and presses.

Knee sleeves. Neoprene sleeves like the Titan TKS keep your knees warm and add a little compression for heavy squat days.

Do beginners need lifting gear?

Not straight away. In your first few weeks, comfortable flat shoes and a willingness to learn are enough. Gear starts to help once your positions are consistent and the weights go up.

Our advice: learn the movements first in our Classic Weightlifting beginner class, then add shoes as your first upgrade. Wraps and sleeves can come later. If you're not sure what fits your training, ask any of our coaches before you buy. We're happy to help. You can also read what an Olympic lifting beginner class teaches.

Gear up and train with us at ANTS

Whether you lift in our Olympic Lifting sessions, join our Strength & Conditioning classes or train in Open Gym, the SI-ANTS code is yours to use. Check the class schedule and come try on your new gear with us in Kelana Jaya.

See also: Olympic Lifting