Research
Neural
Minimalist footwear may promote improvements in running economy and reduce injury rates.
Practitioners may consider minimalist footwear for improving running performance and reducing injuries.
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some proponents suggesting that it can promote improvements in running economy and reduce injury rates.
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Source
Influence of Minimalist Footwear on Running Performance and Injury
Evan Andreyo et al. · Strength and conditioning journal · 2021
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