Nike Free Trainers
There is growing research that suggests running in barefoot can be the most effective running method available. This is because if you run with correct form, your feet have a natural shock absorber in the ball of the foot. The best running technique is to land on the ball of the foot, not the heel.
This is for two reasons; the ball of the foot has an absorbent property that will absorb the impact of the run. If you land on the heel it will send the pressure up your legs through the knees and into the back. This can cause injury. The second reason is that if you are landing on your heel, you are pushing in the opposite direction of where you want to be running. This is inefficient and can waste energy.
Unfortunately for most people in this country, it is not practical to run barefoot. This is because the pavements can carry hazards that may also cause injury. Nike have developed a solution called the Nike Free Trainers.
Nike Free Trainers are based on a new technology that works to emulate the practice of running barefoot. They were developed with one of the world’s leading physios, Gerard Hartman. Nike Free Trainers offer the potential to add strength to the foot as there is less unnecessary material restricting the foot.
The latest version of the Nike Free Trainers is V3. This has built on the success of the previous versions. It is extra light weight and will mimic the exact way you would run if you were barefoot but you don’t need to worry about cutting your feet by actually being barefoot.
Because Nike Free Trainers will strengthen your feet, they will take a short while to break in. But once you have gotten used to them, your feet will feel stronger and you will feel as though you can run further and faster.
Nike Free Trainers offer a completely unique running experience. You will notice that you feel more connected to your natural environment. Nike have always been at the forefront of trainer technology and it seems like they have hit another benchmark again with these. It will not be long before their rivals are bringing out competing pairs of trainers. Just remember where you saw them first.
If you are a serious runner or fitness enthusiast then Nike Free Trainers should be on your shopping list.