Watch: The science behind the world’s fastest shoe

Nike introduced the Vaporfly in the 2016 Olympics to Nike-sponsored athletes, three of whom took the top spots in marathon events.

The Science Behind The World’s Fastest Shoe. Image: Screengrab

Since then, the shoe has been the weapon of choice of elite athletes like those competing in the 2022 Boston Marathon. Why?

Because Nike designed the shoe to literally make you faster.

To not wear the Vaporfly has become a disadvantage.

So how exactly does this shoe increase speeds and should it even be allowed in competition?

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