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On this episode, Andrea is joined by long time friend of the pod, Tina Danforth, Footwear Product Line Manager for Brooks Running. They take a deep dive into Brooks's latest updates to their Hyperion line, specifically the Hyperion 2, Hyperion Max 2, and Hyperion Elite 4. Tina breaks down the specific science of their foams (DNA Flash & DNA Loft) and how they formulate them for different uses. They also take a look at the upcoming Ghost Max 2, an update to the massively popular debut.

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Chapters


0:00 - Intro
4:12 - Big updates in the Hyperion line of shoes
6:14 - The difference between DNA Flash & DNA Loft foams
8:16 - How DNA Flash has evolved
10:51 - Geometry & design updates on the Hyperion Max 2
15:30 - The new Hyperion Elite 4
18:33 - What's new for the Hyperion 2
29:52 - Building stability into the Hyperion line
32:14 - What's coming from Brooks in 2025
35:48 - How Brooks creates its foams
42:30 - Updates to the Ghost Max 2
48:04 - Brooks' approach to stability
52:56 - How Brooks' design philosophy has evolved over the years
54:40 - Wrap-up


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It's the 200th episode of the Doctors of Running Podcast! For this milestone episode we've put together a mailbag from some of our favorite running-world friends like Connor Blalock (Running Warehouse), Elisabeth Scott (Running Explained), Victoria Sekely (Train Smart Run Strong), and more! Nathan, Matt, and David get together to tackle their questions about dream running celebrity friends, 1000mi shoes, the future of racing shoes, and so much more. We're so thankful for each one of you for supporting and following along with our work for this long, and we're looking forward to the next 200 episodes!

Chapters


0:00 - Intro
5:57 - If you could hang out with any running celebrity, who would it be?
12:10 - If you worked in the run industry, who would you work for?
18:14 - Will we ever see shoes last 1000+ miles?
24:28 - What does the average runner put up with in their shoes that could be better?
32:00 - Are shoes in the style of old racing flats gone for good?
43:23 - What type of "support" doesn't exist that should?
46:34 - Do you see any new future limits on race-legal shoes?
49:17 - If you could relate your personality to any running shoe, what would it be?
55:42 - How would you assemble your dream shoe?
1:03:40 - What would you like to see DOR do in the next 200 episodes of the podcast, and in the next 2 years in general?
1:11:33 - If the ASICS Superblast 2 was an NBA player, who would it be?
1:14:28 - Wrap-up


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On this episode, Nathan and Matt have the privilege of interviewing Dr. Wouter Hoogkamer about his research on super shoes and how they affect running performance. They discuss what makes a super shoe "super" (the plate, the geometry, the foam, or all three?). They also discuss Wouter's latest writing and research on getting the best results from running research trials. They get Wouter's take on training in super trainers/plated shoes and how they may effect biomechanics. Be sure to listen to this fascinating discussion on super shoes and research!

Dr. Wouter Hoogkamer is a researcher focusing on biomechanics and energetics of human locomotion and running. He currently leads the UMASS Integrative Motion Lab. If you’ve been in the running shoe space, and are listening to this podcast you likely have heard of one of his most “famous” studies colloquially known as “The 4% Study”, which looked at the original Nike Vaporfly and produced results that gave the shoe it’s name. Beyond research, he is a runner and ultra-runner himself and was the founder of the Trail Ultra Mountain Alliance.

Chapters


0:00 - Intro
3:40 - The Subjective: what's your favorite super shoe?
8:01 - Wouter's article: The Fallacy of Single Trials
15:33 - Structuring research to achieve more confident results
18:47 - Accounting for variabilty in trial results
21:38 - Defining physiological drift
26:44 - The risks of using single trials
38:10 - Wouter's definition of super shoes
41:40 - The roles of plates, foams, and geometries in super shoes
55:10 - Wouter's take on super trainers and training in plated shoes
1:06:36 - Why do some respond to certain shoes and not others?
1:12:07 - Wrap-up


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As any runner knows, injuries are all too common. On this episode, Nate & David look to bring some education and aid if you've got a foot injury. They look at the anatomy of the foot, common pathologies, and more. Tune in for some practical strategies for minimizing your injury risk and assessing & gaining mobility. On the back half of the show, they review the brand new ASICS Superblast 2, an update to one of our team's favorite shoes.

Chapters


0:00 - Intro
8:22 - Keys to injury prevention
14:50 - Tips for at-home mobility work
22:59 - The anatomy of foot injuries
31:41 - Common foot injuries
36:22 - Diagnosing & treating different foot injuries
43:32 - Asics Superblast 2 Review
54:50 - Is the Superblast worth the high cost?
59:24 - Superblast vs. On Cloudmonster Hyper
1:03:34 - Wrap-up

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The cushioning of a shoe is the the number one priority for a lot of runners, but there's more to it than you might think. On this episode, Matt breaks down the ins and outs of cushioning. He'll define compliance and resilience. He looks at how different amounts and types of cushioning effect biomechanics, and explores why it may be useful to have a rotation of shoes that feature different midsoles.



Studies mentioned in the show:

Kulmala, J. P., Kosonen, J., Nurminen, J., & Avela, J. (2018). Running in highly cushioned shoes increases leg stiffness and amplifies impact loading. Scientific reports, 8(1), 17496.



Malisoux, L., Ramesh, J., Mann, R., Seil, R., Urhausen, A., & Theisen, D. (2015). Can parallel use of different running shoes decrease running-related injury risk?. Scandinavian journal of medicine & science in sports, 25(1), 110–115. https://doi.org/10.1111/sms.12154



Mercer, M. A., Stone, T. M., Young, J. C., & Mercer, J. A. (2018). Running economy while running in shoes categorized as maximal cushioning. International journal of exercise science, 11(2), 1031.



Theisen, D., Malisoux, L., Genin, J., Delattre, N., Seil, R., & Urhausen, A. (2014). Influence of midsole hardness of standard cushioned shoes on running-related injury risk. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 48(5), 371-376.



Worobets, J., Wannop, J. W., Tomaras, E., & Stefanyshyn, D. (2014). Softer and more resilient running shoe cushioning properties enhance running economy. Footwear Science, 6(3), 147-153.


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It's time for the second part of our favorite shoes of 2024 so far! David and Andrea join in with their picks for daily trainer, performance trainer, and racing shoes of the year to date. They also pick their favorite 2023 models that are on sale at a discount. Let us know what you've loved this year! DM us on Instagram or email us at doctorsofrunningpodcast@gmail.com.

Chapters


0:00 - Intro
2:20 - Favorite daily trainer
15:18 - Favorite performance trainer
24:34 - Favorite racing shoes
44:11 - Favorite 2023 shoe that's on sale
51:18 - Wrap-up


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