Episode 8 of the Tread Lightly podcast dives into a popular topic: carbon plated running shoes! If you haven't worn them, you've likely seen the bright neon supershoes at races over the past few years. Carbon plated shoes are hugely popular - but are they the right marathon running shoe for everyone?

In this episode, we discuss:

- Responders vs non-responders to carbon plated running shoes

- Do slower runners get the same benefits?

- Injury risk from carbon plated running shoes

- How to choose the best marathon running shoes for you

More resources:

https://www.runtothefinish.com/marathon-running-shoes/

https://www.runtothefinish.com/nike-zoomx-vaporfly-next-2-review/

https://www.runtothefinish.com/nike-alphafly-vs-vaporfly/

https://lauranorrisrunning.com/marathon-running-shoes/

References

PMID: 36780101

Bhimani et al. (2022). Use of flexible carbon fiber insoles for hallux rigidus: a randomized controlled trial. AOFAS Annual Meeting.