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 […]
New Study Pits Barefoot Runners Vs. Shoe Runners
A new study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine decided to take a closer look at the benefits, drawbacks and injury likelihood when comparing two running groups – barefoot runners and runners with shoes. Those in the barefoot running community suggest that running sans shoes helps minimize foot injuries because it naturally guides […]
Running Can Improve Bone Density
Calcium is a great way to improve your bone density, but a new study out of Spain suggests running can provide similar benefits. The findings published this week in the European Journal of Applied Physiology revealed that endurance running can be beneficial for bone health. For the study, researchers examined how long distance running affected […]
Staying Light on Your Feet Key To Avoiding Running Injuries
New research out of the Harvard Medical School found that runners who land lightly on their feet while running are more likely to avoid injuries than runners who land harder with each step. The notion that reducing force on your feet will lead to less running injuries seems like common sense, but the study out […]