Is it a myth that you have to replace your sports shoes every six months, or is there some truth to it?
Sure, you should replace sneakers if they're falling apart in misery, but if they're still in good condition, there's no evidence that you should trade them in for a new pair after a certain period of time. Of course, that also depends on how intensively you exercise in your shoes,
Still, you can already gift yourself a new pair of sports shoes for a good reason. According to scientists from Luxembourg, runners are less likely to get injured if they alternately train in different shoes. The chance of an injury would be as much as 39 percent less.
And what about wear on your shoes and reduced cushioning of the soles? We have a checklist for you with the points you can pay attention to.
