# #294 Fact or Fiction: Soft Shoes Reduce Injury Risks? High Arches Means You Need Arch Support? Skipping Warmups is Bad?

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Podcast: [Doctors of Running Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/doctors-of-running-podcast-696708)
Published: 2026-05-20T06:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Nathan, Matt, and David put a series of common running beliefs to the test in a round of Fact or Fiction. They dig into questions about training, biomechanics, and gear — weighing the evidence on everything from compression socks and treadmill incline settings to warmup routines, arch support, and what the research actually says about running efficiency and injury risk. Get your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/ Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code MAYDOCS10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com . Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING ! https://www.skratchlabs.com Chapters 0:00 - Intro 2:14 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs 13:00 - Thoughts on Brooks shoes & perceived midsole softness 25:08 - Fact or Fiction? You should stretch before running 31:00 - Compression socks are good for foot movement and muscles 33:18 - Putting a treadmill at 1% incline will emulate road running 39:16 - Most overtraining injuries come down to nutrition 45:56 - Speedwork is still good to do for senior runners 47:40 - Having high arches means you need arch support & people with flat feet need barefoot shoes 53:44 - Skipping warmup & cooldown increases injury risk 58:14 - Running with a soft landing makes you more efficient & reduces injury risk

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