Category Archives: Running Shoes

When I read things like this…

…I roll my eyes. Not because there is anything wrong with the publication; it is just the heat and vitriol that I and others were subjected to over the years by the fan boy haters for pointing out what the … Continue reading

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More of the same…

Last week I wrote: When I read things like this……I roll my eyes. Not because there is anything wrong with the publication; it is just the heat and vitriol that I and others were subjected to over the years by … Continue reading

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Injuires in maximalist vs minimalist running shoes may depend on body weight

Hat tip, Bug Watch this video: http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-08-1…tition/7757406 RCT of 61 runners over 6 months If weight > 71kgs, risk of injury greater in minimalist than a maximalist running shoes. If > 85 kgs, then 3x more likely to get injury in minimalist shoes If less than 71kgs, no increased injury risk Continue reading

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Strength training for plantar fasciitis and the intrinsic foot musculature

Strength training for plantar fasciitis and the intrinsic foot musculature: A systematic review Dean Huffer et al Physical Therapy in Sport; Article in Press Quote: Highlights -Plantar fasciitis a common foot condition and affects both elderly and athletic populations. -Literature proposes that the condition should be termed a fasciosis or fasciopathy. -An association between intrinsic foot muscle weakness and foot pain has been reported. Continue reading

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Clinical Biomechanics Boot Camp; Auckland, New Zealand; 29 & 30 October

Clinical Biomechanics Boot Camp; Auckland, New Zealand; 29 & 30 October 2016 In collaboration with: Please Book Early to secure a place. Continue reading

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Zero drop running shoes increased injury risk for regular runners

Influence of the Heel-to-Toe Drop of Standard Cushioned Running Shoes on Injury Risk in Leisure-Time Runners A Randomized Controlled Trial With 6-Month Follow-up Laurent Mailsoux, PhD, Nicolas Chambon, PhD, Axel Urhausen, Prof., MD and Daniel Theisen, PhD Am J Sports Med August 8, 2016 Quote: Background: Modern running shoes are available in a wide range of heel-to-toe drops (ie, the height difference between the forward and rear parts of the inside of the shoe). While shoe drop has been shown to influence strike pattern, its effect on injury risk has never been investigated. Therefore, the reasons for such variety in this parameter are unclear Continue reading

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Is the drop of a running shoe associated with injury risk?

I previously blogged about the evidence on the use of zero drop vs a higher drop of running shoes and concluded that there is no evidence for one drop over another. Judging by the comments that the post received the ‘fan boys’ did not like that conclusion, responding with the usual rhetoric and propaganda and […] Continue reading

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Survey on the Importance of the Intrinsic Muscles

International survey to explore Podiatrists opinion regarding Intrinsic foot muscles. Quote: Podiatrists are invited to participate in an international survey to help determine opinions regarding the significance of intrinsic foot muscle strength in relation to foot pathology Continue reading

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Is Adidas changing the way we think about running shoes?

How Adidas Is Changing the Way We Think About Running Shoes …I not so sure. Continue reading

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Hoka Clifton 3 is wider

One of the downsides to the Hoka running shoes is that they do tend to be a bit on the narrower side. The Clifton is the Hoka that I recommend as the ‘entry level’ or ‘first try’ for those interested in them. Good to see that v3 is a little bit now wider: Continue reading

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