ActiveRunningIs your running style in step with your shoes? New research suggests otherwiseResearch reveals that three-quarters of runners could be wearing the wrong footwearWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
ActiveRunningIs your running style in step with your shoes? New research suggests otherwiseResearch reveals that three-quarters of runners could be wearing the wrong footwearWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
Research reveals that three-quarters of runners could be wearing the wrong footwear
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
(Image credit: Adidas)
(Image credit: Adidas)
Are you running on borrowed time, or are your shoes running you into trouble? According to the latest SportsShoes.com Running Report, a staggering 75% of runners could be lacing up footwear that isn’t doing their feet any favours.
The report reveals some eye-opening truths about the world ofrunning shoes. For starters, only a measly quarter of runners swap out their shoes as often as recommended, after clocking 300-450 miles (500-750 kilometres).
But it’s not just about how many miles you rack up; it’s how you run them. Shockingly, less than 1 in 10 runners have had a gait analysis done, meaning that most of us run without knowing what type of trainers we should be using.
That said, the Balanced Runner Paul Mackinnon’s expert advice is not to toss out your old kicks just yet. Save them for your everyday jaunts, and let your freshest pair take the lead on the track. After all, why let worn-out shoes put a dent in your PB dreams?
And if you’re wondering what type of runner you are, you’re not alone—over 90% of runners have no clue.
Even more puzzlingly, at-home gait analysis is super simple. With tools like the wet footprint test and onlinegait analysis tools, you can unravel the mystery of your gait in a matter of minutes.
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So, before you pound the pavement, make sure your shoes are ready to go the distance. After all, it’s not just about running; it’s about running smart.
Read SportsShoes.com’s full Running Reporthere.
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