The Barefoot Advantage: Steve Sashen on Minimalist Footwear and Athletic Performance

In this episode of Run To The Top, we are joined by Steve Sashen,
the Founder-CEO of Xero shoes. We discuss his journey from
returning to running in his late forties to becoming a
competitive sprinter and building a prominent shoe brand. Our
conversation delves into the problems with modern running shoes,
the advantages and disadvantages of super shoes, various
biomechanical studies informing the athletic footwear industry,
and the case for minimalist footwear and barefoot running.
Takeaways from this episode include:


Whether modern running shoes negatively impact running form
and performance

Whether barefoot running or minimalist shoes can help improve
form and reduce injury risk

The pros and cons of “super shoes” and the concept of a level
playing field in shoe technology

New research on how to implement barefoot running into your
training program

Whether the barefoot running movement has lost momentum in
recent years



Steve is an engaging conversationalist with interesting views on
shoe technology and the sport of running as a whole. You will
enjoy this one.
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