Effects of 12-week transition training with minimalist shoes on Achilles tendon loading in habitual rearfoot strike runners.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2021.110807
Abstract: Minimalist shod runners have reported greater material and mechanical properties of the Achilles tendon (AT) due to increased loading than runners who wear more cushioned running shoes. This study aimed to investigate the effects of… read more here.
Keywords: transition training; minimalist; minimalist shoes; strike ... See more keywords
The Effects of Minimalist Shoes on Plantar Intrinsic Foot Muscle Size and Strength: A Systematic Review
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DOI: 10.1055/a-1908-8867
Abstract: Abstract Minimalist shoes are proposed to prevent injury and enhance performance by strengthening intrinsic foot muscles, yet there is little consensus on the effectiveness of minimalist shoes in increasing muscle strength or size. This systematic… read more here.
Keywords: strength; minimalist shoes; intrinsic foot; size ... See more keywords
Walking barefoot vs. with minimalist footwear – influence on gait in younger and older adults
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DOI: 10.1186/s12877-020-1486-3
Abstract: Background In recent years, minimalist footwear has been increasingly promoted for its use in sportive and recreational activities. These shoes are considered to function naturally like barefoot walking while providing a protective surface. Despite a… read more here.
Keywords: minimalist shoes; minimalist footwear; older adults; gait ... See more keywords