#super-shoes tag

Backlash against the athletics 'super-shoe'

Super shoes enhance running performance significantly, raising concerns about technological doping in competitive marathons.

Running

fromStrength Running

1 month ago

Super Shoes & Running Form: What the Science Actually Says - Strength Running

Carbon-plated super shoes significantly enhance running performance but alter biomechanics and stress distribution in the body compared to traditional trainers.

Running

fromiRunFar

1 month ago

Brooks Cascadia Elite Review

The Brooks Cascadia Elite is a lightweight, race-focused trail super shoe that delivers responsive performance and stability on technical terrain without feeling unstable or twitchy.

Running

fromScience of Running

7 months ago

Footwear Insights: From Training Flats to Super Cushions

Integrate super shoes strategically into training to enhance performance and recovery while preventing injury through gradual adaptation and matching shoe types to specific training goals.

fromScience of Running

10 months ago

NCAA Track Champs: Key Takeaways for Racing and Training

In this episode of the On Coaching podcast, hosts Steve Magness and John Marcus dive deep into the insights and lessons from the recent NCAA Championships. They highlight key performances, such as record-breaking steeple chases and tactical 1500 meters races, and discuss the evolving dynamics of modern racing, including the impact of super shoes. Additionally, they emphasize the importance of mental preparation, holistic athlete development, and how coaches can foster environments that encourage risk-taking and peak performances.

Running

fromiRunFar

5 months ago

Ask the Pro: Trail Super Shoes, Eating for Performance, and Summer Race Schedules

Use trail-specific shoes for technical terrain; lightweight carbon-plated trail/gravel shoes are best suited to dirt roads and not for plyometric, technical trail running.

Running

fromScience of Running

7 months ago

Footwear Insights: From Training Flats to Super Cushions

Strategically integrate super shoes and super-cushioned footwear into training, matching shoe type to specific workouts and recovery needs while adapting gradually to reduce injury risk.

Running

fromiRunFar

8 months ago