A systematic review of the effect of running shoes on running economy, performance and biomechanics: analysis by brand and model

Ruiz-Alias, Santiago A.; Molina‐Molina, Alejandro; Soto-Hermoso, Víctor M.; García‐Pinillos, Felipe

doi:10.1080/14763141.2022.2089589

Cited by 8 publications

(7 citation statements)

References 51 publications

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Order By: Relevance

“…First, the fatigue manifestations are conditioned to the footwear models used. Ruiz-Alias et al [2] highlighted the wide variability that the different footwear categories (i. e., marathon shoes, minimal shoes, maximal shoes) present based on the models compared on RE, performance and biomechanics. Thus, further track spikes and marathon shoes models need to be evaluated.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Long-distance running performance is mediated by several factors where running economy (RE) among others plays a major role [1]. Different footwear categories (e. g., marathon shoes, minimal shoes) have shown to have a large influence on it, but their effect over the course of a long-distance might fluctuate due to different fatigue evolutions [2].…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

See 1 more Smart Citation

The Effect of Using Marathon Shoes or Track Spikes on Neuromuscular Fatigue caused by a Long-distance Track Training Session

et al. 2022

Self Cite

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

This study aims to compare the effect of the Nike ZoomX Dragonfly track spikes and the Nike ZoomX Vaporfly Next % 2 marathon shoes on the fatigue manifestations present over and after a long-distance track training session. Thirteen highly trained athletes completed two training sessions (i.e., 9- and 3-minutes time trials with complete recovery) with the aforementioned footwear models. The pace, ground contact time, and stride length were measured over the time trials and maximal countermovement jumps were performed previously and after the training session. The results revealed that, although there was no significant interaction in the pace distribution (p ≥ 0.072), athletes tend to be only able to increase the pace at the last lap with the marathon shoes (5.4 meters [-3.7 to 14.5 meters]) meanwhile with the track spikes it further decreased (-3.1 meters [-9.8 to 3.6 meters]). A reduced ground contact time over the session (p = 0.025) and a tendency toward increasing stride length (p = 0.09) in the last time trial were observed. The significant interaction on the countermovement jump height (p = 0.023; Track spikes: -5.60 %; Marathon shoes: 0.61 %) also indicates that footwear influences the resulted allostatic load.

show abstract

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

The Effect of Using Marathon Shoes or Track Spikes on Neuromuscular Fatigue caused by a Long-distance Track Training Session

et al. 2022

Self Cite

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

“…In 2015, Fuller et al [33] determined after performing a systematic review of the effect of footwear on running performance and running economy that the former had not been investigated yet. In 2022, although a growing interest emerged, Ruiz-Alias et al [34] highlighted that the lack of studies was still present. Although different limitations are inherent to performance measures (e.g., athlete involvement) [35], meaningful changes in performance derived from footwear can be discerned through the appropriate methodology and statistical analysis.…”

Section: Future Directionsmentioning

confidence: 99%

A Review of the Potential Effects of the World Athletics Stack Height Regulation on the Footwear Function and Running Performance

Ruiz-Alias,

Jaén-Carrillo,

Roche-Seruendo

et al. 2023

Applied Sciences

Self Cite

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

This review aims to synthesize and discuss the potential effects of a stack height modification on the function of the different footwear features and their effects on running performance. Peer-reviewed studies were identified from electronic databases using a structured keyword search and a screening process. Complementary sources were used to illustrate and discuss the current racing footwear constructions. With regard to the shoe mass, it is suggested that a stack height difference of 20 mm could induce a meaningful effect on performance. With respect to the midsole properties, it seems that reducing the stack height does not alter the energy returned, given that the lower midsole deformation is counteracted with an increased stiffness. However, it should be noted that this might affect the timing of the midsole deformation and restitution, which should be matched with the mid and propulsive stance phases. Lastly, the curved geometry of the forefoot sole needed to create the teeter-totter effect could be affected by the stack height reduction. However, current racing footwear designs have counteracted this modification by proximately placing the rocker axis and increasing the toe spring.

show abstract

“…It is well established that IFC is related not only to initial foot positioning and subsequent ankle and foot kinematics but also to Well-trained Endurance Runners' Foot Contact Patterns: Barefoot vs. Shod Condition more global running kinematics, such as CT, knee flexion and leg stiffness [4]. Moreover, athlete's level, training level, running distance, stride frequency, running speed, substrate mechanical properties [5,6] and shoe features (i. e. minimalist -those that mimic barefoot running, are highly flexible, lightweight and have a low heel-to-toe drop-vs. traditional running shoes) [7][8][9][10], may also affect IFC and running performance. Previous research consistently demonstrated that the majority of recreational and novice shod runners present RFS (ranging from ~77 % up to 97 %) when running long distances [3,7,[11][12][13][14][15][16], maybe influenced by the high-heeled and cushioned modern running shoes (RS) [17].…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Well-trained Endurance Runners’ Foot Contact Patterns: Barefoot vs. Shod Condition

Mosqueira-Ouréns,

Muñoz-Pérez,

Luis Tuimil

et al. 2023

Int J Sports Med

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

We aimed to investigate the initial foot contact and contact time in experienced endurance runners at individualized speeds, in running shoes and barefoot. Forty-eight participants (33.71±7.49 y, 70.94±8.65 kg, 175.07±7.03 cm, maximum aerobic speed 18.41±1.54 km.h-1) were distributed into three groups according to athletic performance: highly-trained runners, middle-trained runners, and control group. An incremental running test until exhaustion was performed for assessing maximum aerobic speed. After≥24 h of recovery participants randomly walked and ran, barefoot and in running shoes, over a pressure plate at ~4.7 km.h-1 and 85% of the maximum aerobic speed, respectively. They wore the same model of running shoes with homogeneous lacing pattern. A rearfoot strike was performed by 68.8% and 77.1% of participants when running barefoot and in running shoes, respectively. Considering the tendency to develop a rearfoot strike was lower in the barefoot condition, runners with higher performance may benefit from training in minimalist running shoes because their foot contact pattern could tend towards a non-rearfoot strike. Our results suggest that initial foot contact and contact time are related to running performance and may also be influenced by running shoes.

show abstract

A systematic review of the effect of running shoes on running economy, performance and biomechanics: analysis by brand and model

Cited by 8 publications

References 51 publications

The Effect of Using Marathon Shoes or Track Spikes on Neuromuscular Fatigue caused by a Long-distance Track Training Session

The Effect of Using Marathon Shoes or Track Spikes on Neuromuscular Fatigue caused by a Long-distance Track Training Session

A Review of the Potential Effects of the World Athletics Stack Height Regulation on the Footwear Function and Running Performance

Well-trained Endurance Runners’ Foot Contact Patterns: Barefoot vs. Shod Condition

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About