Effects of forefoot bending elasticity of running shoes on gait and running performance Chia-Hsiang Chen, Kuan-Hua Tu, Chiang Liu, Tzyy-Yuang Shiang Human Movement Science; Volume 38, December 2014, Pages 163–172 Quote: Highlights •Flexible forefoot shoes increased muscle recruitment and training load. •Elastic forefoot shoes increased propulsive force, decreased contact time and muscle activation.
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Effects of forefoot bending elasticity of running shoes on gait and running performance