About this episode

Steve Magness and Jon Marcus discuss the evolution and impact of super shoes in training.

Mastering the Art of Super Shoe Training In this episode of the On Coaching podcast, Steve Magness and Jon Marcus delve into the timely and highly requested topic of using ‘super shoes’ in training. They revisit the evolution from traditional trainers to modern super shoes and super-cushioned shoes, discussing their impacts on performance and recovery.…

People in this episode

Host: Steve Magness

Guest: Jon Marcus

Topics covered

• super shoes
• training
• performance
• recovery
• footwear
• running

Keywords

• super shoes
• training flats
• performance
• recovery
• footwear insights

Mentioned in this episode

Products: super shoes, super-cushioned shoes

Books & works: On Coaching podcast

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