Category: running

Reebok’s new performance shoe is made from plants

[ad_1] Reebok has sold plant-based shoes in the past, like its NPC UK Cotton + Corns shoes which are made from cotton and corn-derived polyurethane. These sneakers are more for casual wear though, so the use of plant-based materials for a performance shoe is new. The company is confident the Forever Floatride Grow shoe can […]

Nike’s Joyride shoes use tiny beads to make your runs more comfortable

[ad_1] The company told Engadget its Joyride tech has been in the works for around 10 years, and it believes that with it runners will have the “most cushioned ride we’ve ever been able to deliver.” That’s saying a lot for Nike, which already has some of the best running shoes out there, including the […]

The best GPS running watches for 2019

[ad_1] Lastly, I appreciate that the watch automatically detects workouts after a certain period of time. I use this feature daily as I walk to and from the subway and around my neighborhood. After 10 minutes, the familiar vibrating tick, with a message asking if I want to record an outdoor walk. The answer is […]

Bacteria from your gut may be the key to running farther

[ad_1] The researchers found the bacteria after examining the poop of 10 Boston Marathon runners. To generate energy for itself, Veillonella breaks down lactic acid, which is produced at a higher level when athletes perform particularly strenuous activities. To determine if the bacteria was making a difference, the researchers isolated a strain of it and […]