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Energy-Boosting Running Shoes

The Adidas Ultra Boosts Are the Most High-Tech Running Shoes Ever

— March 10, 2015 — Fashion
The Adidas Ultra Boost is the latest and greatest addition to the relatively young but already legendary Boost running shoe line. The shoe is the successor to the Boost shoe released only a couple of years ago, which has been worn by more than 20 marathon-winning runners -- three of whom clocked in among the top five race times in marathon history.

The Ultra Boost's midsole comprises 3,000 styrofoam energy capsules, about 20% more capsules than other energy-boosting running shoes on the market. Meanwhile, the stretch web outsole can expand by up to 10 millimeters when it hits the ground.

At $180, this shoe is affordable not only to professional long-distance runners but to recreational athletes looking to reach new levels of performance. The shoe also has a gorgeous design that makes it stand out, making it even more appealing.

Running shoes are no longer just something comfortable to wear that are suitable for running, but are increasingly expected to be performance-enhancing tools in athletes' arsenals -- the Adidas Ultra Boost certainly lives up to that philosophy.
Trend Themes
1. Energy-boosting Running Shoes - The trend of creating high-tech running shoes with energy-boosting capabilities using innovative materials and designs that enhance athletic performance.
2. Stretch Web Outsole - The trend of creating running shoe outsoles that can expand when hitting the ground, providing better shock absorption and energy return.
3. Athletic Performance-increasing Shoes - The trend of designing running shoes not just for comfort, but for performance enhancement through innovative technology and design.
Industry Implications
1. Athletic Footwear Industry - This industry can capitalize on the trend by placing more focus on developing performance-enhancing shoes with new and innovative technology using high-tech materials.
2. Sporting Goods Industry - This industry can embrace the trend by investing in research and development of materials that provide better shock absorption, energy return and increase athletic performance.
3. Fitness Wearables Industry - This industry can take advantage of the trend by creating wearables specifically designed to monitor performance-enhancing metrics and provide personalized training recommendations based on the data collected.
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