A couple weeks ago, our friends at the Globe and Mail published a piece titled “The Myth of the Running Shoe.” It’s a great piece, and it talks about the debate over the running shoe in recent years. There has been a long held belief, especially among shoe marketers, that padded athletics shoes better help […]
Minimalist Shoes May Aid In Rehab Programs
We’ve talked about minimalist shoes on the blog before, but a new study featuring the footwear suggests they may have a useful application as a rehabilitation tool. The study, which was a combined effort by the Harvard Medical School and Hong Kong Polytechnic University, examined how minimalist shoes affected muscle volume in the leg and […]
Cheaper Running Shoes Get Better Reviews Than Expensive Shoes
Picking out the right running shoes can be difficult, but new research suggests you shouldn’t just assume an expensive pair is the best. An analysis of reviews by the website RunRepeat.com uncovered that runners are actually more satisfied with their pair of running shoes if the sticker price was lower. For their study, researchers analyzed nearly […]
Too Much Cushion Could Lead To Extra Pushin’
A new study found that maximalist shoes – running shoes designed with extra cushion to alleviate impact stress – could actually set you up for injury, contrary to manufacturer claims. We’ve talked about minimalist shoes on the blog before, but we’ve never really looked at the opposite side of the spectrum. Where minimalist shoes are designed […]
