Document Type

Honors Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science

Date of Award

Spring 4-23-2025

Abstract

Super shoes are responsible for the astonishing improvements in marathon times; however, it is unknown whether they can also aid athletes when it comes to jumping performance. Thus, the present study was designed to investigate if super shoes improve jump performance in athletes in comparison with regular athletic shoes, as measured by vertical jump height and torque during a drop jump maneuver. In addition, the study investigated if there were differences in kinetic and kinematic variables during jumping between shoes, as measured by torque production at the hip, knees, and ankles during takeoff.

Advisor

Vipa Bernhardt

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Keywords

super shoes, jump performance, marathon running, torque

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