Episode 56: Running Shoe Foam Explained, Josh Kerr's World Record Chase & Courtney Dauwalter's Hardrock Victory

Travis is away on a mission trip this week, so Claire takes the mic solo to dive into one of the biggest topics in running right now: running shoe foam.

What exactly is stack height? Do carbon plates really make you faster? Why do some running shoes cost $300? And are they actually worth it?

Claire breaks down the technology behind today's running shoes, explains the surprising role foam plays in performance and recovery, and busts several common myths about supershoes.

Plus, she previews Josh Kerr's attempt to break the legendary mile world record, recaps Courtney Dauwalter's incredible Hardrock 100 victory after battling through severe stomach issues, and explains stack height in this week' ...