# Buzzing Shoe Inserts 2-Hop Quick Step Trainer Keeps Athletes on Their Toes By Katie Cordrey | Published 2010-09-05 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2-hop-quick-step-trainer References: [sportsproductreview](http://www.sportsproductreview.com/review/2010/8/23/august-23-2010-annoyingly-effective.html) & [2-hop](http://2-hop.com/) The 2-hop Quick Step Trainer is a clever device used to help train athletes to be on their toes. Standing flat-footed is a disadvantage when movement is required, so the 2-hop Quick Step Trainer helps to condition users to be 'at the ready.' Once the 2-hop Quick Step Trainer rubberized heel pads are slipped into your shoes, they buzz whenever your feet rest in the wrong position for more than two seconds. The buzz reminds you to stop standing flat-footed and to get up on your toes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Smart Footwear:** The development of shoe inserts with built-in sensors and feedback mechanisms that help athletes improve their performance by correcting their posture and movement. - **Proactive Conditioning:** The use of wearable devices that provide real-time feedback to condition athletes and individuals to adopt optimal movement patterns and postures. - **Preventing Injuries:** The application of technology in sports equipment to help reduce the risk of injuries by promoting better body mechanics and form during training and physical activities. ### Where This Applies - **Sports Performance:** The sports performance industry can utilize smart footwear technology to enhance training programs and prevent injuries among athletes. - **Wearable Technology:** The wearable technology industry can explore the development of smart shoe inserts with sensory feedback to improve athletic performance and promote better posture. - **Footwear Manufacturing:** The footwear manufacturing industry can integrate smart technology into their products, such as shoe inserts with built-in sensors, to cater to the growing demand for performance-enhancing footwear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smart Stride-Assisting Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hurotics-hfit.md) - [Ultra-Fast Walking Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shift-robotics-moonwalkers.md) - [Balance-Improving Workout Pads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balance-pods.md) - [Shoe Mileage Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoes-lifespan.md) - [Treadmill-Targeted Training Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reebok-floatzig-tread.md) - [Smart Posture Insoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esteps-health.md) - [Performance-Focused Training Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloudpulse.md) - [Mind-Activating Performance Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Mind-001-And-002.md) - [Robotic Brace Walking Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-project-amplify.md)