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Are supershoes an injury hazard?

The Runner's World UK Podcast

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Super Shoes and Running Injuries

This chapter examines how super shoes affect runners' biomechanics and injury patterns, highlighting the potential risks associated with their use. It discusses the structural components of these shoes, such as carbon plates, and how these features can lead to changes in foot strike and increases in overuse injuries. Personal experiences and recommendations for injury prevention strategies are shared, emphasizing the importance of maintaining foot strength amidst the performance benefits of super shoes.

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