If you wear the trending "thick-soled shoes," will anyone really get faster? A 4-panel comic breakdown!
Hello! Thank you for your hard work with your daily running and training.
Lately, when watching marathons or track and field events on TV, have you noticed that all the athletes are wearing colorful "thick-soled shoes"? Not just top athletes, but even among recreational runners in the city, thick-soled shoes have now become a standard item.
"If everyone is wearing them, wouldn't I get faster if I wore them too...?"
"But do they really improve your time just by wearing them?"
To answer these questions from runners, this time, MORI-Tre's signature character, "MORI DOG," has put themselves on the line to verify it! Along with the completed 4-panel comic story, we will clearly explain the true greatness of thick-soled shoes and the points you should be aware of.
👟 Why are thick-soled shoes such a huge trend right now?
Until a few years ago, the common wisdom among long-distance runners and those seeking speed was that 'thin-soled shoes that are lightweight and make it easy to feel the ground directly' were the standard. However, that common wisdom has been overturned by the latest technology.
The biggest feature of thick-soled shoes is the combination of 'extra-thick cushioning material' and a 'carbon plate' embedded within it.
The thick cushioning dramatically absorbs the impact on the feet when landing, reducing fatigue. And the force of the bent carbon plate trying to return to its original shape creates a powerful 'repulsion' like a trampoline, pushing the runner forward with great force. This overwhelming 'propulsive force' is the main reason why runners aiming to break records are captivated by them.
🐶 A 'Thick-Sole Experience' seen through MORI DOG's 4-panel comic
Now, let's take a look at the 4-panel comic of MORI DOG's actual experience!
• Panel 1: Choosing the shoes of destiny!
MORI DOG has arrived at the stadium track. 'Which shoes should I choose to run faster?' he wonders, agonizing over his familiar thin-soled shoes versus the latest fluorescent-colored thick-soled shoes.
• Panel 2: A big struggle with his usual shoes...
First, he starts running in his regular shoes. He is swinging his arms with all his might, but he is panting 'huff, puff,' his steps are heavy, and he isn't gaining any speed, just like a turtle. He looks exhausted and miserable.
• Panel 3: Putting on thick-soled shoes! Phenomenal speed!
Next, he tries again after switching to the thick-soled shoes! And what do you know? The moment his foot hit the ground, there was a 'whoosh!' sound, and a propulsive force was created as if rockets had been attached to his feet! With a feeling of bouncing like a trampoline, he is sprinting, cutting through the wind.
• Panel 4: A brilliant time update! But he realized something important
After the finish line, MORI DOG sits on the 1st-place podium, looking smug as he checks his stopwatch time. He shaved a lot of time off and it was a huge success! However, a lightbulb of inspiration appears above his head with a 'ding!' Yes, he realized through experience: 'Just wearing them isn't enough. There is a
⚠️ Caution! Are they not magic shoes that make you faster just by 'wearing them'?
As MORI DOG realized at the end of the 4th panel, thick-soled shoes are actually not magic items that automatically make anyone faster just by wearing them casually.
While the repulsion is certainly amazing, to properly convert that strong force into 'forward propulsion,' you need to land with the correct form (midfoot or forefoot landing). If you run in a way where you land heavily on your heels, the precious repulsion will escape upward or act as a brake.
Furthermore, because the shoes bounce on their own, the runner's body (especially the hamstrings, glutes, and core) requires strong muscle strength to control that rebound. If a beginner who lacks the muscle strength and form relies too much on thick-soled shoes with excessive repulsion meant for elites, there is a risk of putting unreasonable strain on the ankles, knees, and hip joints, which could lead to injury.
💡 3 points to make thick-soled shoes your 'strongest partner'
To safely and maximally draw out the benefits of thick-soled shoes, try to be conscious of the following three points.
1. Choose a model that matches your running ability
There are various types of thick-soled shoes, ranging from 'for elite runners (maximum repulsion)' to 'for beginners/jogging (cushion-focused, no carbon).' Start with a model that matches your pace and is easy to control.
2. Be conscious of 'loading' for thick soles
Instead of running only with your toes, land with the feeling of placing your feet directly under your body and firmly 'crushing' the shoe's cushion from above. Lean your center of gravity slightly forward and try to grasp the feeling of your feet naturally moving forward by receiving the shoe's rebound.
3. Perform core and lower body muscle training (Mori-Tore)
Building a body that won't be defeated by the power of the shoes is essential. Use squats, planks, and the like to train a stable core and the muscles in your glutes and thighs!
🏁 Summary
If you choose and use thick-soled shoes correctly, they will become your 'strongest partner' that can dramatically change your running and bring you a new personal best.
If you are thinking, 'I want to run faster!', please go to a sports shop, try them on, and find your pair of destiny.
And don't forget the training to draw out 100% of the shoes' potential. Let's build a body that can run fast and have fun with MORI DOG!
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