Episode 56: Running Shoe Foam Explained, Josh Kerr's World Record Chase & Courtney Dauwalter's Hardrock Victory

Travis is away on a mission trip this week, so Claire takes the mic solo to dive into one of the biggest topics in running right now: running shoe foam.

What exactly is stack height? Do carbon plates really make you faster? Why do some running shoes cost $300? And are they actually worth it?

Claire breaks down the technology behind today's running shoes, explains the surprising role foam plays in performance and recovery, and busts several common myths about supershoes.

Plus, she previews Josh Kerr's attempt to break the legendary mile world record, recaps Courtney Dauwalter's incredible Hardrock 100 victory after battling through severe stomach issues, and explains stack height in this week's "What Does That Even Mean?"

Whether you're training for your first 5K or your next marathon, this episode will help you better understand the shoes carrying you through every mile.

Topics Covered:

• What stack height really means
• High-stack vs. low-stack running shoes
• Josh Kerr's mile world record attempt
• Courtney Dauwalter's Hardrock 100 win
• The evolution of running shoe foam
• Carbon plates vs. superfoams
• Why softer doesn't always mean faster
• Why rotating your running shoes matters
• How long premium racing shoes stay at peak performance

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