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article 2018 9 pages

8-week training in partial minimalist shoe reduces impact force during running

Ana P.S. Azevedo, Bruno Mezencio, Luis Mochizuki, Raisa Valvassori, Alberto C. Amadio, Julio C. Serrao

Journal
Human Movement
DOI
10.5114/hm.2018.77320
Publication type
Original Research
Population
recreational runners
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Abstract

Purpose: Excessive external load is a likely cause of running injuries. Although minimal running has been suggested as a possible approach to reduce impact and injury risk, an abrupt transition from conventional shoes to minimal running is also related to injuries. Therefore, the partial...

Description

The study shows that partial minimalist training improved impact control in running.