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A fresh study measured the cost of transport uphill before and after a 31-kilometre race. Poles reduced the load on the legs — but total energy expenditure doesn't drop, and by the end of the race the arms are just as tired.
The 2026 meta-analyses confirmed it: on the road a carbon plate really does save 2–3% of energy. But all the science on “super shoes” is built on treadmills and steady pacing — and on trails and climbs there is simply no evidence of any benefit.
A new study of trail runners found that those who regularly run downhill repeats damage their muscles less and better preserve their squat strength. We break down what this means for your training.
New research shows: 3 sets of a simple foot exercise significantly improve dynamic stability. We break down the science and proper technique.