The development of shoe technology seems to have made a major contribution to both the world and Japanese marathon records. Shoes are an important item that increases an athlete’s performance. Around the world, amazing world records will be set in 2023 for both men and women. In October 2023, the Chicago Marathon was held here in the United States, and Kelvin Kiptum (Kenya) set a new world record of 2 hours 0 minutes 35 seconds. He uses Nike shoes. Sadly, he passed away in a traffic accident. At the Berlin Games in September 2023, female Teigist Assefa (Ethiopia) won in 2 hours 11 minutes 53 seconds. Her time beat the previous record by more than two minutes. This world record comes from Adidas’ latest lightweight platform shoe.
These shoes bring out the best in athletes, but they also have their own problems. That’s because the price of running shoes is skyrocketing. A 49-year-old man who participates in marathon races about 10 times a year was surprised when he saw the price of Nike shoes. When he bought the same item in May, it cost 29,000 yen, but in August the price had increased to 35,000 yen. As of September 2023, Nike’s latest model of platform shoes was priced at 35,750 yen. The number of thick-soled shoes that incorporate the latest technology is increasing, and the prices of products sold in stores are increasing by an average of 2,000 to 5,000 yen. This year, ASICS is increasing the price of its main domestic models by about 2,200 yen compared to 2022. Sadly, these expensive platform shoes begin to deteriorate from the day they are manufactured. Even if you buy Nike shoes in May, it seems that you won’t be able to take advantage of the features of platform shoes unless you buy new shoes in September.
Just because the shoes were worn by a famous athlete doesn’t mean they’re right for you. And it doesn’t guarantee good health either. For running enthusiasts other than top-level athletes, long-term, safe shoes seem to be a good option. We recommend shoes that have high shock absorption and are highly durable, even if they are a little heavy. In order to reduce the risk of failure, it is better to wear shoes that are highly durable. However, there are other options for those who want to challenge themselves at a higher level. Using different shoes to achieve good results also makes running more fun. Those who take on the challenge should consider their military budget and choose shoes that they can rely on without making any compromises.
