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A Masterclass on SuperShoes

The new class of super shoes are indeed faster, but there’s a lot of confusion out there. Do they work? How do they work? Are there any issues to be aware of? In this MasterClass, I’ll break this all down in elegant simplicity.

 If you are a runner, clinician, or just a shoe nerd, this should help shape your understanding of this exciting time in running technology.  As a leader in the sports performance sector, I’ve worked to optimize each athlete, and each piece of equipment they use.

Time trial and triathlon bikes revolutionized cycling performance. Super slippery fabrics brought advantages to competitive swimming.Technology in sport is nothing new, but the new breed of super shoes does provide some advantages.

In this MasterClass we’ll cover the Top 5 things you need to know about Super Shoes:

1. Cushioning vs Compliance
2. Springs, Stack Height, and Pogosticks
3. Tuning Shoes for Performance
4. Springs, Direction, and Instability
5. How Super Shoes Affect Your Running Form

Hope you enjoy it, and keep this in mind when hearing the latest gossip on group runs and chat forums!