Scary TRUTH About Running Shoes!😲

[SquatUniversity]

Shout out @runrepeatcom for the opening stitched video.

[Blewbl]

It would’ve been helpful if you actually showed an example of a correct shoe

[gandoff]

Instructions unclear. I ran in flip flops, and now my knees, back, and spiritual aura are in pain.

[fumikato]

guys, as long as you're not running more than 12 hours a day, there's nothing to be concerned about

[justinmartinez]

These shoes should only be used for races, speed workouts or long runs. Not everyday running or walking

[sgtandyboy]

Those shoes in the examples used are the alpha flys and they are strictly race day shoes, usually only 1-2 races. You don’t train in these everyday and they are the way they are for performance purposes. That foam in the heel drop is zoomX foam, which has an 85% energy return rate which means it reduces foot fatigue so that you can keep you pace for a lot longer. That rocking curve at the toe is called rocker geometry and it’s for the purpose of keeping you in stride (because it’s a long distance running shoe made for marathon races, so you’ll always be in motion). The shoes are also fitted with a carbon plate that will further propel you, and zoom pod units at the front for extra spring and impact absorption

[Xzigma]

In Chihuahua México there’s a native community called The Rarámuri (light feet) they are known for running long distances almost barefoot through the mountains, they even have won international races. They craft their own running shoes. :0

[natejones]

Those Nike Alphaflys are for road racing competition and nothing else. They are not a casual shoe or even a workout shoe. That shoe tech/design and similar brands has been credited with helping the fall of many standing long distance running world records. This shoe and similar styles has a purpose in the competitive running community.

[needfortheblaze]

Those are performance shoes; people walking in them for daily use may have issues, but they are superb shoes built for running long, far, and fast

[Lunara_Misakiaro]

Narrow toe boxes are a huge issue for those who need a good stance while doing for example wing chun. My sifu explained to me that while i will gain more balance through training, the footwork is important too and such shoes can impare it too much

[arholderik]

I agree that these factors aren't ideal for everyday walking. Running a half marathon in zero drop shoes sounds torturous to me.

[curtdragon]

I was waiting for the ad "so buy this shoe" lol

[felipeavila]

This video is missing a lot of information!
These shoes are made for running performance, not walking, workout, work, squatting, etc.
Taking an Alphafly a race shoes, a performance sneaker that was used to break the marathon world record and using it as an example of a bad sneaker without explaining it in context, is at least in the best case scenario a lack of knowledge.

[m.bird.]

You know what else is bad for your foot? Ski boot. But it's purpose is to power and control a ski while stopping your ankle from breaking, not be anatomically correct. Like a carbon plated running shoe with a lot of drop and toe rocker, a ski boot's purpose is performance. And performance is thrilling!

[chunkymonkey]

I always see people wear three good running shoes for everyday occasions for the extra foam. Thing is they wear this for the WHOLE day instead of like any wear from 30 min to 2 hours during a run like your supposed to.

[AG_only_comments]

These are meant for superfast racing only, like sub 3hr marathons. There's no point discussing these as regular running shoes. Zero drop shoes can be used running short or medium distances. It's not impractical and unnecessary to use them for marathon or longer distances. But this channel is for lifters, zero drop works for the distances they would usually run 😀

[fredochikan]

Solve the problem: what shoes are best?

[aurtisanminer]

Altra makes a bunch of wide toe box zero drop shoes and topo shoes are also wide with a few zero drop models. The topos are far more durable so I have been sticking with them lately.

[miceinabox]

With an Alphafly, you’re only in it for a race so it shouldn’t cause much damage. I always recommend that people try wearing a few different shoes that put their feet in different positions to strengthen their foot. Walking barefoot when you can is also good.

[dantrevino]

im 42 and used to be able to run 5 miles a day, i stopped at 34 because i started getting ankle, plantar faciatis and top of foot pain. this man is telling the truth. all these years since then, i learned proper stretching techniques and to wear flat bottom shoes. i wear DC skater shoes that are not said to be wide, but are. I use arch and heel cotton inserts that stick to the shoe insert. i had several custom inserts made, but they all elevated my foot too high or were too stiff, chaffing my foot on the sides, which caused me to sprain my ankle more easily. this one pair of skater shoes prevents my ankle roll and adds more stability. few brands make flat bottom shoes with wide toe boxes, good luck finding them. nike has one pair that is 4x wide(too wide for me) and new balance, same thing.