Experts have issued a warning that 'barefoot' five-finger running shoes, which has become a big fad and craze for its claims of reducing injuries and back pain, can actually be the cause of injuries.
Running Shoes may Cause Strain on Joints
Got a new pair of running shoes? Well, before you get down to taking them on the jogging track, here's a piece of information-running shoes are likely to damage knees,
Got a new pair of running shoes? Well, before you get down to taking them on the jogging track, here's a piece of information-running shoes are likely to damage knees,
'Transitioning to minimalist shoes is definitely stressful to the bones,' said Sarah Ridge, lead author and assistant professor of exercise science at BYU.You have to be careful in how you transition and most people don’t think about that; they just want to put the shoes on and go. People need to remember they’ve grown up their whole life wearing a certain type of running shoes and they need to give their muscles and bones time to make the change. If you want to wear minimalist shoes, make sure you transition slowly.
Barefoot running shoes have caused an increase in injuries from pulled calf muscles to Achilles tendinitis. Some patients have been bedridden for several months.
Aussie Study Challenges Claims for Hi-tech Running Shoes
Australian researchers have admitted they had found no scientific proof that hi-tech running shoes improve athletic performance or limit injury.
Australian researchers have admitted they had found no scientific proof that hi-tech running shoes improve athletic performance or limit injury.
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Comparing Natural and Commercial Carbohydrate Supplements in Endurance Running Performance
Raisins are as effective as chews as enhancers of running ability without any substantial variance in GI effects.
Raisins are as effective as chews as enhancers of running ability without any substantial variance in GI effects.
