Movement Optimism Dr Bas van Hooren discussing running injury prevention, running technique and running economy
Jan 2, 2025
Dr. Bas van Hooren is a postdoctoral researcher at Maastricht University and a Dutch national champion runner, specializing in running biomechanics and injury prevention. He discusses groundbreaking musculoskeletal models for runner load analysis and the impact of modern technology on performance. The conversation delves into shoe effects on running economy and the contribution of wearable tech in predicting injury risks. Bas also shares insights on gait adjustments and their complex relationship with running efficiency, providing practical recommendations for runners.
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Impact of Running Shoes
- Bas van Hooren significantly improved his half-marathon time after adopting new running shoes.
- He believes these shoes played a role in the widespread performance improvements observed in his competitors.
Biomechanical Model for Running
- Bas van Hooren's biomechanical model estimates loads on lower limb tissues during running.
- This model considers various factors, including speed, surface gradient, and cadence, offering insights into injury risk.
Cumulative Damage vs. Impulse
- Cumulative damage, the accumulated stress on tissues over a distance, is a crucial metric for injury risk.
- High peak forces are more damaging than smaller impacts repeated multiple times.