#156 Mailbag! Best Beginner Carbon Plate, Boston 12 vs. Everything, Is Icing Good? and Discontinued Shoes We Want Back

Time for another mailbag show. You asked, and we answered. On this episode, Nathan and Matt field listener questions about shoes, biomechanics, and more. Tune in for a couple shoe comparisons: the Boston 12 against several other similar options, and the Endorphin Elite vs. the Vaporfly 3. They also take a look at stability & asymmetry in running mechanics, the latest research on icing for recovery, "beginner" carbon-plate shoes, and even more. Be sure to stick around to the end where they discuss what old running shoe lines they'd want to see resurrected.

As always, we want your questions, so be sure to leave comments on our social media or email us at doctorsofrunningpodcast@gmail.com!

Chapters

• 0:00 - Intro
• 3:48 - Asics Magic Speed 3 vs. Adidas Boston 12 vs. Hoka Mach X
• 11:26 - Assessing stability needs in children
• 14:58 - Asymmetrical stability needs
• 21:34 - Shoe recommendations for transitioning to carbon-plated shoes
• 27:57 - Saucony Endorphin Elite vs. Nike Vaporfly
• 36:46 - Shoe suggestions for middle school cross country
• 47:26 - What's the current science on icing post-run?
• 55:28 - Recommendations for replacing the Nike Pegasus Turbo 2
• 1:03:01 - What discontinued shoe lines do you want to see make a comeback?
• 1:13:06 - Wrap-up

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