Runners and Track athletes who rely on their feet know that the right foundation in their shoes can have huge benefits for their performance. From elite sprinters to ultra-marathoners, top athletes turn to Superfeet to reduce fatigue, gain stride efficiency, and feel their best whether training in the off-season or going for gold. Let’s break down why Superfeet can play such a crucial role in the life of an athlete and why insoles are one of the smartest, and easiest, ways to improve performance.
Superfeet Performance Advantages
While nothing beats dedicated training and focus when it comes to achieving that new PR, the right gear can also have a huge impact on your performance. No one puts more thought into their shoe choice than serious runners. But what is inside your shoes matters just as much. Here are three reasons why Superfeet should be must-haves for anyone who is active on their feet.
Stride Efficiency
The more efficient your stride, the farther you can travel with the same amount of effort. That means you literally get more out of each step. Superfeet insoles like Run Cushion Medium Arch are specifically designed to fit in athletic shoes and can improve stride efficiency by adding arch support and heel structure under your feet. Instead of your feet straining and flattening out with each step, they land on the signature shape of Superfeet, which is anatomically designed to perfectly fill the gap between the curvature of your foot and the flat inside of your footwear.
Minimizing Fatigue
Superfeet help reduce and prevent the fatigue and discomfort that so often comes with intense training and competition. Premium energizing foam and rearfoot support that flexes with your feet as you move empower you to push past limits while minimizing the toll it takes on your joints and back, not just your feet.
Injury Prevention
Part of being an athlete means dealing with injuries, but even small aches and pains can keep you sidelined. With Superfeet under every step, you can significantly reduce foot discomfort, knee pain and back pain. The right arch support and heel structure in your shoes provides a comfort foundation that can improve the wellbeing of your entire body. The signature Superfeet shape also plays a huge role in keeping your feet stable and providing the perfect fit in your shoes. Many Superfeet insoles feature a deep heel cup that hugs the back of your foot, keeping your feet stable and secure no matter how hard you train.
The Importance of Injury Prevention
It’s worth diving deeper into the topic of injury prevention because of how profoundly it can affect the life of an athlete. In the worst cases, injuries change the course of careers or end them entirely. Even slight pain can turn into something devastating. The irony of competing at the highest levels is keeping your body as healthy as possible while also constantly pushing yourself to the limit.
Everyone understands the importance of stretching, hydration and other basic principles of staying healthy, but for many athletes, injury prevention routines, and equipment, go far beyond touching their toes. A majority of these practices happen before or after competition and vary widely in their accessibility. State-of-the-art saunas and dedicated training staff aren’t part of most people’s regimens. The simple act of wearing Superfeet is something both world-class and casual athletes have in common, and the effect is the same—comfort and support so you can keep feeling your best while giving your all to your favorite sport.
Better Comfort Means Better Performance
Everyone likes to feel good, yet sometimes there is a notion in elite levels of competition that to be truly competitive, you have to be uncomfortable. While undoubtedly true to some extent, there are ways that comfort and top-tier performance can not only coexist but actually complement each other. Superfeet insoles give you the support, cushion and stability you need to perform at your best. The features that make our insoles incredibly comfortable, also help boost performance.
After all, you can’t give it everything you’ve got if you’re not feeling 100% to start out with. Superfeet provide that supportive foundation so you can build toward your next win.
