Summary of The Science Behind The World's Fastest Shoe - Cheddar Explains

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The Nike Vapor Fly Alpha Carbon shoes have been found to be the most efficient shoes ever studied. They use a new super foam and carbon fiber plate, which together make the runner more springy. Muscle activation was measured in the quads and calves and it was found that runners used less energy and had less muscle activation in their legs when running at marathon pace.

• 00:00:00 The Nike Vapor Fly Alpha Carbon has revolutionized the world of running shoes, by providing a faster and more efficient experience. The Nike Vapor Fly Alpha Carbon has revolutionized the world of running shoes, by providing a faster and more efficient experience.
• 00:05:00 The new shoes that were presented are called Vapor Flys and they are said to be the most efficient shoe ever studied. They use a new super foam and carbon fiber plate, which together make the runner more springy. Muscle activation was measured in the quads and calves and it was found that runners used less energy and had less muscle activation in their legs when running at marathon pace. However, the only question that remains is how much faster the shoes will get.