Doctors of Running Podcast

#125 All Your Stability Questions Answered


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Almost every runner has logged miles in stability shoes at some point in their running journey. In the past few years, the definition of "stability" has shifted with the advent of new foams and midsole geometries. On today's show, Nathan and Matt take a deep dive into the world of stability. They explore the history of stability shoes, current technologies, and upcoming new models. They also provide some guidance on how to choose shoes for yourself, whether you need stability or not.

The Subjective: how do you define a stability shoe?

Chapters

0:00 - Intro
2:27 - The history of stability shoes
11:08 - Game-changing stability shoes
17:33 - Do new runners need to start with a stability shoe?
23:01 - Will a stability shoe help as you tire on the run?
24:31 - The technology that makes up a stability shoe
36:16 - What about runners who have high arches or supinate?
41:34 - Can anyone run in neutral shoes?
44:07 - Looking forward to upcoming stability shoes
48:57 - Wrap-up

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