Running shoe technology is getting better every day, and both amateur and competitive runners are turning to these technologically-advanced footwear options to see if they can shave some seconds off their personal best. But what if we could tell which runners stand to benefit the most from these super shoes before investing in these expensive […]
Shoe Choice – Practice What You Preach
We all know that regular exercise is important, but we don’t always make the time to get to the gym. We know that it’s important to consume a variety of healthy foods, but oftentimes we reach for seconds of dessert. We know what we should be doing, but we don’t always follow that path. Apparently, […]
Shoe Drop Height And Its Impact On Running Injury Rates
When it comes to picking out the right running shoe, we always say that comfort is king, but it’s not the only factor you should consider. Comfort and support are essential in a running shoe, but when this comfort comes in the form of an overly padded heel, you may actually be increasing your risk […]
Cushioned Running Shoes May Be Putting Our Feet At Risk
Much like De Beers has created a great marking campaign for diamonds, so too has the running industry for cushioned shoes. It stands to reason that if you’re going to be putting repetitive stress on your feet when you run, you should have a cushioned shoe to protect your feet and knees, but a new […]
Regularly Barefoot Kids Have Better Motor Skills
A new study published in Frontiers in Pediatrics found that children who are habitually barefoot are more likely to have better motor skills than children who regularly wear shoes. For their study, researchers recruited 810 school children from 22 primary and secondary schools from either Northern Germany or Western South Africa. Researchers believed that being habitually […]