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Running with carbon fiber plate (CFP) footwear has been found to offer significant performance benefits due to changes in foot and ankle biomechanics. However, concerns have been raised about potential injuries associated with the use of this footwear.

The introduction of carbon-plated running shoes, popularly known as "super shoes," has had a significant impact on the racing world since Eliud Kipchoge's first attempt at breaking the two-hour marathon record in 2017. These shoes are designed with a combination of Pebax foam and a carbon fiber plate, which together provide exceptional resilience, lightness, and energy return, giving runners a bouncy sensation as they run.

Australian athlete Peter Bol's case is causing concern among experts in sports integrity worldwide after two independent scientific reports commissioned by Bol's lawyers raised questions about the testing methods used in his doping case. Bol, a silver medalist at the Commonwealth Games, tested positive for synthetic erythropoietin (EPO), a performance-enhancing drug, in January. However, last month his B-sample returned an atypical finding, allowing Bol to return to competition as Sport Integrity Australia (SIA) investigates the matter.

It’s a well-known fact that regular physical activity not only strengthens your bones and muscles, but also comes with many other health benefits. Running is no exception. Running for just five to ten minutes per day, whether at a...

Do you suffer from sciatic nerve pain? Are you looking for natural ways to help ease the discomfort? If so, you'll be pleased to know that regular stretching can significantly reduce your pain and improve your quality of life....

Muir and Reekie are currently training independently at Loughborough University as they assess their options. However, sources indicate that the end of their partnership with Young could leave the athletes without a coach, just 15 months before the Paris Olympics.

This episode of inside running is proudly sponsored by the RACV Solar Great Ocean Road Running Festival. Secure your registration now at greatoceanroadrunfest.com.au Brad cops it from a passerby for running towards a hurt kangaroo. Julian paces Ellie for another long...

Athing Mu, the legendary American middle-distance runner, and Olympic gold medalist has had an outstanding start to her professional career. In 2022, she won nine out of ten races and secured a world-leading season’s best time of 1:56.30 at the World Championships, earning herself a gold medal. Despite being just 20 years old, Mu has already achieved remarkable success, including a World and Olympic gold medal, the American record, and an unbeaten 800m professional career.

Achilles tendonitis refers to a condition where the tendon experiences chronic stress injury due to the accumulation of minor stresses that eventually cause damage. This ailment typically arises when there is an increase in the frequency or intensity of physical exercise, and various factors like inflexibility or overpronation can exacerbate it.

If you enjoy running around a crowd or watching people racing for a prize, then you must keep tabs on all the major running events happening every year. If you’re looking for some of the top racing events you...