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The Science of Foam: Explain that midsole foam needs “rest” to decompress, just like your muscles. If you run in the same EVA foam every day, it stays compressed and loses that “pop.”
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The Rotation Strategy:
- The Daily Workhorse: Your comfortable, high-mileage shoe (e.g., Pegasus, Clifton).
- The Speed Demon: Plated or lightweight foam for those interval days.
- The Racer: The “illegal” super shoe you save for PB attempts.
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The ROI: It sounds expensive to buy 3 pairs, but they last longer combined than buying one pair after another.
Why One Pair of Shoes is Ruining Your Run (And Your Wallet)
"Let’s be real for a second. We all have that one pair of running shoes we love to death. We wear them for recovery runs, tempo sessions, and even to the grocery store. But here’s the hard truth: treating your shoes like a monogamous relationship might actually be hurting your performance."
