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THIS MONTH’S COACHING PANEL

KATE MILSOM

Stability run shoes

Kate is 220’s staff writer and a keen endurance triathlete with particular interests in cycling, nutrition and injury.

HELEN O’LEARY

How to strengthen feet

Helen is a chartered physiotherapist and owner of Complete Pilates in London.

ANDREW SHEAFF

Reduce swim kick

Andrew is a swim coach at the University of Virginia, the reigning NCAA champions.

BRAD BEER

Planks for tri

Brad is a sports & exercise physiotherapist, founder of Pogo Physio, and is head physio for Super League Triathlon.

STABILITY RUN SHOES

Q What are stability run shoes exactly? Why are they useful, and how do you know if you need them?

Jason Kileen

A Stability run shoes have a little more support and cushioning than your average neutral shoe. They’re primarily for runners who need a more structured and supportive shoe, or require help with gait correction.

Stability shoes often aim to help those who overpronate, this refers to

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