In the 1970s, distance running gained popularity, inspired by events like Frank Shorter's Olympic win. Early running shoes, such as the Nike Waffle Trainer, lacked adequate support and technology, leading to injuries for many runners. Knee pain became a common experience, culminating in surgeries for some. Despite medical advice against running, the shift to cycling created a new passion for many former runners. Cycling became an alternative activity that maintained fitness while providing enjoyment, marking a transition from running to a different pursuit.
Running became part of my identity. It was how I stayed fit, how I found peace, and how I challenged myself.
Those early running shoes didn't offer the support or science that modern footwear does. No arch support, no shock absorption, no stability control.
By my late teens, I was already experiencing knee pain. Before I'd even graduated college, I was on the table for open knee surgery.
I turned more seriously to cycling. It started as a replacement, a way to stay active. But it soon became something much more: a new passion.
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