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2021

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The last several years have seen a dramatic change in the looks and design of modern running shoes. As maximal shoe design continues to influence the industry, a majority of shoes are seeing large increases in sole height and bending stiffness and increasing usage of plates. In addition to thicker, stiffer, and plated shoes, you may have noticed an increase in the frequency of another rarely discussed but important component of many running shoes, a large upward curve right under the toes. This feature is called toe spring. With it becoming increasingly prevalent, it’s worth knowing why it exists, and whether shoes with a lot of toe spring might help or hurt your running.

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Originally published in Runner's World Magazine. 2021.

https://www.runnersworld.com/

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