Softer and more resilient running shoe cushioning properties enhance running economy

• Published in: Footwear science Vol. 6; no. 3; pp. 147 - 153
• Main Authors: Worobets, Jay, Wannop, John William, Tomaras, Elias, Stefanyshyn, Darren
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Abingdon Taylor & Francis 02.09.2014; Taylor & Francis Ltd
• Subjects: Athletes; compliance; Construction costs; Construction materials; Cushioning; Economics; energy return; Oxygen consumption; resilient; Running; stiffness; Treadmills

Purpose: Several studies have investigated whether shoe cushioning properties have an effect on running economy. However, the findings have not been unanimous. Studies have shown both increases and decreases in running economy with soft shoes, while other studies have shown participant specific diff...