Athletic Propulsion Labs (APL)

Athletic Propulsion Labs (APL) was founded in March 2009, by then 23 year-old identical twins Adam and Ryan Goldston. As former two sport collegiate athletes, playing both basketball and football at the University of Southern California, Adam and Ryan envisioned creating a company providing revolutionary products symbolizing the ultimate intersection of design and performance.

Lucy Hale. Khloe Kardashian. Lea Michele. Kate Hudson. Jenna Dewan. Aside from starring in the musical reality show of our dreams, what everyone on this list has in common can be found below their ankles. The unmistakable knit upper and cushioned foam sole of Athletic Propulsion Labs sneakers—known as APLs—have been seen on the feet of all of our favorite celebs.

It’s not surprising that this stylish and functional athletic shoe is becoming the sneaker of choice for fitness-conscious trendsetters. The TechLoom upper (their proprietary woven design) hugs the shape of the foot for a close fit, and the laced or elastic fastenings make sliding in and out of them lightning fast. Plus, they’re lightweight yet durable enough to pivot seamlessly from athleisure to a pavement-pounding workout.

Hear are some of there best shoes collection from APL....

Training shoes by APL

Training shoes are a category of footwear designed to provide protection for a variety of fitness activities. This class of footwear is suitable for weightlifting, a variety fitness classes, some racquet sports and overall use at the health club.

Running shoes by APL

Running Shoe Midsoles. The midsole is the cushioning and stability layer between the upper and the outsole. EVA (ethylene vinyl acetate) is a type of foam commonly used for running-shoe midsoles. Cushioning shoes often use a single layer of EVA.

Basketball shoes by APL

The outsole of a basketball shoe is quite literally where the rubber meets the road (or court). A shoe's outsole is made of a rubber or synthetic material and is the point of traction for your footwear.

Luxury shoes by APL

Although hands down these are the royalty in shoes, unsurprisingly many of which are from the leading luxury brands like APL.

A. The APL Concept 1 shoes have been banned by the NBA for the 2010-2011 season because of the competitive advantage our Load 'N Launch Technology provides. As of February 3, 2011, the NFHS lifted its ban on the APL basketball shoes.