MUSCLE RUNNER

The Muscle Runner "works The muscles, the calves, the posterior side without me really
thinking about it. So that's great for development of athletes understanding where they need to plant and where the force comes from. And also an elite athlete who just want to train and offload the body some, but stay in that right position.... I can see these being perfect for 250s, 300s, 150s. But once you get going and it is putting your body in the best position [and strike] under the center of mass and striking the ground from your forefoot.... This takes away the amount of effort you gotta spend on trying to just put your foot in the right position. like, I feel like I did 200s in these, doing some part of the season versus the spikes, It'll be less wear and tear on my body."

• 3 Olympic Gold Medals (400m & 4x400m relay at 2008 Olympic Games in China, 4x400m relay at 2016 Olympic Games in Brazil),
• 12 x World Champion, 400m & 200m Sprinter

An elevated forefoot cushioning for allowing the forefoot to easily strike the ground and avoid the heel to come into contact with the ground, as to keep the tension in the Achilles and calf for a quicker bounce-back.

The most effective tool for improving the stretch-shortening cycle of the Achilles and calf for every stride.

As FAST as a track spike + as COMFORTABLE as a cushioned running shoe!

The Muscle Runners are the best sprinting shoes on the market. They are a hybrid between everyday trainers and track spikes, to provide the comfort of training shoes with the functionality and speed of track spikes. Meet the future of training shoes! A.K.A. the BEST & Only TRACK SHOES with Forefoot Gain technology on the market.

I have been testing the new Antepes Muscle Runners. These shoes are different. They are designed to produce a forefoot strike and are shaped much more like a track spike than a running shoe. Hence they make a great shoe for sprinters, jumpers and hurdlers (and team sport players) looking for a go-virtually anywhere intermediate option between trainers and spikes.
These shoes have the added advantage that you can use them on the road (and even trails). Somewhat obviously you could not do downhill sprints on concrete in your spikes but you can in the Muscle Runners. They have many innovative features - two being the negative heel gain and the carbon-fibre forefoot plate. They really do energise your sprinting and drilling.
I do really recommend them - as do two members of my training group, Leigh and Abraham, they’ve been using them for months.

The MUSCLE RUNNERS were designed to give you every bit of forefoot running support a shoe can provide. The antepes MUSCLE RUNNERS design is the culmination of over two years of research, development, and experimentation. Every feature, measurement, and material were chosen to provide the best forefoot running experience.

The antepes MUSCLE RUNNERS design includes: 

• A well-cushioned forefoot sole with dual-density. Muscle Runners™️ give you cushioning where you need it the most: under the forefoot and the front half of your midfoot. Unlike other running shoes on the market, the majority of cushioning on a pair of antepes Muscle Runners is found where you will strike during a forefoot run. The cushioning is expertly designed to absorb shock from your running surface when your forefoot hits the ground. 
• A slim sole at the heel. If you’ve tried running in a traditional running shoe, you likely were frustrated that you couldn’t get a great forefoot strike with a bulky heel in the way. antepes MUSCLE RUNNERS eliminate the extra cushioning at the heel to streamline your running experience and add more comfort during your run.  
• Stability and flexibility. Flexibility in the foot is essential for forefoot running. That’s why antepes MUSCLE RUNNERS contain a split Carbon Fiber Plate from the midfoot on toward the front. The Carbon Fiber Plate stabilizes the metatarsophalangeal joints, providing extra stability distributing weight to the ball of the foot rather than to the toes. 
• A sole ideally shaped for forefoot running. The sole is angled to facilitate striking in an area between behind the ball of the foot and in front of the arch, and from there efficiently rolling off onto the ball of the foot. The cushioning allows the calf muscle to stretch farther, which makes it easier for your foot to create the needed rebound for forefoot running. 

We spent over two years researching and testing the best materials for the MUSCLE RUNNERS. We obsessed over finding materials that would enhance performance and comfort while being friendly to the environment. Materials being implemented comprise: 

Merino Wool. The shoe’s upper is 30% merino wool. We chose wool because it provides temperature regulation in both warm and cold weather. It is also moisture-wicking and dries quickly

Lenzing™️ Tencel™️ - Eucalyptus tree fibers. 30% of the shoe’s upper is made of Lenzing-certified Tencel made of eucalyptus tree fibers, which keeps the foot cool

Lenzing™️ Tencel™️ - Eucalyptus tree fibers for the laces. antepes MUSCLE RUNNERS feature laces made of 80% Tencel eucalyptus fibers with biodegradable lace tips. These are both eco-friendly and feel luxurious . . . because even tying your shoes should be a great experience. The remaining 20% of the laces are made up of 100% recycled PET

Eco-Friendly Non-Fluorine Water Repellent Finish. We keep your feet dry in wet conditions and stay eco-friendly and sustainable while doing so. We went the extra distance in every single aspect of the Muscle Runners™️

A Super-Critical TPE foam. We chose an extremely advanced TPE foam that is light-weight, durable and yet has a high energy return. As a matter of fact, every foam component in the MUSCLE RUNNERS' sole uses this foam

If you already run on your forefoot, you know of the amazing benefits, such as strengthening the calf and ankle, preventing injury, and increasing stamina - MUSCLE RUNNING™️ footwear encourage running mostly or entirely on the forefoot between the front half of your arch and the ball of your foot.

It is often said that forefoot running is the natural way to run. If you watch children run, you’ll find that most children forefoot strike. There is a lot of research to suggest that forefoot running contributes to the most natural running form. 

When you run on your forefoot, your body benefits in a number of ways: 

First, striking on the forefoot reduces the impact on your joints.

Landing on your forefoot allows your feet, legs, and upper body to distribute and gradually absorb the shock of impact on your running surface. Striking with your heel, on the other hand, sends the shock of impact directly through your leg to important, injury-prone areas of the body, such as the shin, knee, and hip.  

Second, landing and rolling off on the forefoot contributes to a healthier running form.

Many people who strike on the forefoot notice that their running form and running posture improve.  

Third, running on your forefoot strengthens important muscles.

Running on your forefoot can strengthen your calves, muscles in your feet, and muscles around your ankle in ways that heel striking could never achieve. If you are new to forefoot running, this strengthening process will increase your capacity for forefoot running and beyond. And if you run long-distance and prefer to continue running long-distance by heel striking, increased muscle strength from forefoot running can improve your long-distance running. Forefoot striking builds muscle, which is why we have coined the term “muscle running” footwear!