The latest findings from a study published in the Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise journal found that running with less cushioning on your feet may actually help reduce injury rates. For their study, researchers tracked the running habits of 29 frequent runners. Some of the runners wore a minimalist-style shoe, while others wore […]
Ankles and Calves Key To Maintaining Running Times As We Age
We all tend to slow down as we age, but many people aren’t okay with that fact. One group of people that don’t like to slow down are runners and fitness fanatics. You can continue to exercise five days a week, but as we age, you’ll likely notice that your mile times will slightly taper […]
How Your Feet Can Help You Study For An Exam
If you’re finding it difficult to learn all the course material before a test or exam, consider going for a quick run. New research suggests running can improve our memory. The findings come on the heels of a study out of the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria. For their study, researchers wanted to learn […]
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 […]
Feeling Forgetful? Get On Your Feet!
If you find yourself forgetting names or misplacing your keys, have no fear. New research suggests that you may be able to boost your memory by getting on your feet and going for regular runs. According to the study, researchers uncovered a protein in mice that fuels exercise-induced neuron growth. Researchers say the protein cathepsin […]