Table 2: Differences between running with traditional and minimalist footwear.

Traditional Minimalist
Foot contact [55] Forefoot Heel or half foot
Effect of footwear [26] Not applicable Provide cushioning / shock absorption. Mobility control. It affects the kinematics of the lower extremity (pronation / supination in the foot and ankle, internal rotation of the tibia / external)
Kinematic [28] Increase of the moment of plantar flexion in the soil. Maximum knee flexion, 105°-130°. Frequency and amplitude of the upper pass Higher level of dorsiflexion. Maximum knee flexion 90°
Kinetics [39] Lower impact force on foot contact. Greater activation of the anterior tibial and gastrocnemius-soleus throughout the cycle Greater impact on foot contact. Minor muscle activity of the leg versus minimalist, also dependent on the type of footwear
Economy [56] Improved economy (under discussion) Economy based heavily on training. Some suggest decrease versus minimalist condition
Injury Rates [40] Unknown when compared with minimalist Unknown when compared with traditional