Track spikes are divided into three categories: sprint (optimized for 60 to 400 meters), middle distance (400 to 3,000 meters), and long distance (3,000 to 10,000 meters).

New research led by the University of Massachusetts Amherst shows that super spikes, scientifically described as advanced footwear technology (AFT) spikes, can give runners about a 2% edge in ...

Research shows that super spikes, scientifically described as advanced footwear technology (AFT) spikes, can give runners about a 2% edge in middle-distance track races, like the 800- and 1,500 ...

While Hoogkamer’s previous research showed the benefit of super shoes in marathons, quantifying this for middle-distance track events came with unique challenges.

Running spikes are designed to help runners run faster. They are lighter weight than other running shoes and help runners (especially sprinters and middle-distance runners) gain greater traction.

Oct 02, 2024 09:00:00 Research shows that technologically advanced 'super spikes' can reduce middle-distance running times by up to 3.1% ...

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – The Penn State track & field team put together another strong outing to cap off the second day of competition at the Penn State National Open, hosted by the Nittany Lions ...

There is a unanimous consensus within the sport that, in spite of this evolution, for most people, athletics is still a quadrennial affair. Michael Johnson’s Grand Slam Track League (GST) is ...

We chatted with Nike and got a first-hand look at the latest editions of the Olympic track spikes that Team USA will wear in Paris.

Research suggests controversial super spikes do make runners faster Date: July 30, 2024 Source: University of Michigan Summary: Since athletes in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics smashed multiple records ...

WASHINGTON — A frequent sight after Olympic track and field races is the athletes sitting down immediately after finishing the competition and removing their shoes. But why are the world's top ...

Middle-Distance Standouts Shine as Track & Field Concludes Fantastic Weekend of Competition at Penn State National Open Smallwood, Desmeules, Ullom post top-five program marks UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa.