Date: 6/16/2004

Shoes Tested: Earth, Barefoot, New Balance 560

3 categories: Conclusions (statistically significant)
Trends for conclusions (not statistically significant)
Implications for possible conclusions (not enough data)

Conclusion:

1. Average elliptical sway – measures C.O.P while standing….wiggles

Earth is most similar to standing barefoot, naturally. Provides a stable foundation, eliminates elliptical sway

2. Earth is faster than barefoot.

3. Earth alters the gait in a positive way.