Cushioned running shoes are actually un-protecting runners from injury by causing more impact at landing and more physical stressors during the stance phase of running. Below reveals decades of research proving that cushioned running shoes are a continuous mechanical interference that not only causes long-lasting damage to the shin and knee, but is equally damaging to your feet and overall running form.
Why Minimalist Running Shoes Are Safer Than Cushioned Running Shoes
Cushioned running shoes, especially with arch support, was found to increase peak impact pressure on the front of the foot to the extent of causing metatarsal fracture as compared with minimalist shoes.
