Meb Keflezighi In Skechers vs. In Nikes

Very interesting post. 

"The company’s new “Go-Run” line promises to make you switch to a mid-foot strike: “The Way You’re Supposed to Run.”"

Alex links to two videos of Meb running, one in Nikes, and one in Skechers.

Here's a screen shot of Meb running in Skechers.

He's clearly heel-striking.  Perhaps he's reduced the impact transient from heel-striking, which would likely reduce his chance of injury, and improve his pace; since he'd have less braking force.

But that's impossible to tell from a video.

Sweat Science is a great blog, by the way. I've learned a lot from following it.

P.S. Runblogger has an extensive look at Meb's running form.

Free The Animal On Skechers' Fitness Shoes



Run away!

 This is hilarious.  I'd never review shoes like these, because I know up front what I'd say. 

But read his whole post.  Caution, not safe for little kids or those with a sensitive disposition. ;)