Nurses, doctors, therapists: Get to know seven people working in the field of medicine - and learn how they deal with the daily challenges of clinical routine, how sport becomes a kind of therapy, and how the U-TECH White Nevos can provide relief during work. Discover our UNIQUE U-TECH™ stories.
50% of all runners still get injured at least once a year. That’s exactly what we want to change. So, we’ve done research, analyzed, questioned, and tested, and we went to the lab to study the running motion. The result is a journey through time of running shoe developments and technologies that allows us to connect the dots and thus shape the future of running. Experience our Run Better Project. First-hand.
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Laura Schmidt: I have rediscovered running for myself
2026-01-09
My name is Laura. I started running eight years ago – to clear my head after work. But knee pain kept me from being able to run regularly. A new pair of running shoes was finally the solution. Today I run pain-free. This is my true runner story.
Roland Damme: I could look forward to running more and more again.
2026-01-09
My name is Roland. I’ve just turned 50. Running is an indispensable part of my life. But that wasn’t always the case. Injuries and pain constantly used to get in the way. This is my true runner story.
Gervis Casanova: I wanted to test myself
2026-01-09
"It was, without a doubt, an incredible experience—one filled with immense effort and sacrifice. I didn’t expect it to be this hard." Read the full story of Gervis Casanova.
Run Local, Buy Local: Runner Shop Aachen
2026-01-09
In 1982, Manfred Xhonneux founded one of the first running-only stores in Germany, focusing on a wide range of products and individual advice. Get to know the Runner Shop in Aachen,
Run Local, Buy Local: INTERSPORT Hübner in Leuna
2026-01-09
“It's incredibly fun to pass on the passion for sports to our customers,” says Dorit Merk, manager of the footwear department at INTERSPORT Hübner in Leuna.
Heiko Krause: Step by step my confidence came back
2026-01-09
I am Heiko. And I discovered running during the Covid lockdown. Since then, it’s been the perfect counterbalance to my everyday working life – with one painful interruption. This is my true runner story.
Ela Cremer: Just Run
2026-01-09
My real name is Michaela, but everyone calls me Ela. I’ve been a fitness trainer for about 36 years, and I’ve been running for about 15 years. Sport is my life. And this is my true runner story.
Run Local, Buy Local: INTERSPORT Noack
2026-01-09
“Our aim is to offer our customers a pleasant shopping experience,” says Hans-Peter Noack, owner of INTERSPORT Noack.
Gervis Casanova: I wanted to test myself
2026-06-04
"It was, without a doubt, an incredible experience—one filled with immense effort and sacrifice. I didn’t expect it to be this hard." Red the full story of Gervis Casanova.
Patrick Stix: Running can be really fun after all
2026-01-09
Patrick Stix goes running three times a week. For a long time, he had knee pain after a kilometer at the latest. Today, running is part of Patrick's everyday life. This is his True Runner Story.
Run Local, Buy Local: Frankfurter Laufshop
2026-01-09
“To make running really fun and avoid injury, we need a running shoe that fits us and meets our individual needs," says Jost Wiebelhaus, owner of Frankfurter Laufshop.
Run Local, Buy Local: Bunert - Der Kölner Laufladen
2026-01-09
“Our aim is to have the right running shoe for every runner on site – to achieve this, we rely on a well-stocked warehouse,” says Martin Lüchtefeld, owner of Bunert – Der Kölner Laufladen.
Run Local, Buy Local: Leipziger Laufladen
2026-01-09
“In running, we all work on equal terms. Although we pursue individual goals, we share the same passion – and that unites us,” says Jörg Matthé, managing director of the Leipziger Laufladen. How this passion for running gave rise to the Leipziger Laufladen.
Running Africa: "I learned a powerful lesson"
2026-01-09
And then I "failed". How I realized that people are great. Fritz Sitte's journey from Cairo to Cape Town.
Run Local, Buy Local: ZIPPEL'S Läuferwelt
2026-01-09
Running from A to Z at ZIPPEL'S Läuferwelt. "We want to offer a complete range of running-related services - to be the first point of contact when our customers have running-specific questions," says managing director Paul Ziplinsky. What else is included in addition to individual running shoe advice.
Run Local, Buy Local: Dresdner Laufsportladen
2026-01-09
The Dresdner Laufsportladen is an institution. "We are all united by our enthusiasm for the same sport," says owner Lutz Melzer. This is what makes the Dresdner Laufsportladen so special.
Evolution never ends: Your next step
2026-01-09
A unique mix of dynamics and even more comfort, longer durability, and an optimized fit – for more freedom of movement on all your runs. The new U-TECH Nevos 3.
How a running shoe is developed
2026-01-09
This is how a running shoe is developed nowadays.
Open Innovation Contest
2026-01-09
Be part of True Motion's Open Innovation Contest and have the chance to win new running shoes.
On a five-day ultramarathon through the desert: It was brutal
2026-01-09
Felix Sonnenschein ran through the Jordanian desert. Five Days in a row. A total of 220 kilometers. This his his story.
Roland Schwarz: How bad do you really want it?
2026-01-09
Roland Schwarz is a wrestler for the German national team - and is dreaming of Olympic gold. How an injury made him strong.
Why we hurt our backs when we run
2026-01-09
13% of all runners injure their backs while running. That's why – and this is how we run pain free agin.
Felix Sonnenschein: Others call me crazy
2026-01-09
Felix Sonnenschein is running through the dessert. 220 km in five days. That is why. A story about craziness.
Jennifer Oeser: I was afraid I would never be able to run again
2026-01-09
“The beauty of running is that I can decide spontaneously when to start, how long, and how far I want to run – entirely flexible and regardless of appointments and athletic commitments,” says Jennifer Oeser.
Why the Achilles tendon is so susceptible
2026-01-09
Achilles tendon pain and injuries are common among runners. The reasons behind that and what really helps.
Micha Arnold: "Simply do it!"
2026-01-09
I'm Micha, and I believe that everyone should dare to do more – even when it comes to running. Read my inspiring story about running, weight and injuries.
Runner's knee: why runners most often injure their knees
2026-01-09
When it comes to running, more than one in four runners has had knee problems. The reasons for runner's knee and jumper's knee – and what really helps.
Running Africa: I try to take things not too seriously
2026-01-09
"When telling others about my job and my project to run from Cairo to Cape Town, I often find it is a conversation killer rather than a great opening," Fritz Sitte writes.
Be in your element – whenever you want
2026-01-09
Unique comfort, even better grip, and a fit that gives you exactly the freedom you need – with
the U-TECH Nevos Elements next gen, our hybrid running shoe gets an update that brings
runners closer to endless possibilities.
Running Africa: About the beauty of leaving comfort zones
2026-01-09
My name is Fritz, I am fascinated by adventures, and I am convinced that people are great! Read the story of Fritz Sitte and his Project Running Africa.
How U-TECH™ reduces running injuries by more than 50%
2026-01-09
Our running shoes, or, more precisely, the midsole technology we run with, influence the risk of developing running injuries: by up to 50%. How True Motion comes in play.
How running shoes influence injuries
2026-01-09
Running shoes have a decisive influence on our risk of getting injured while running, because they can significantly reduce that risk. This is shown by the results of a recent study, the Run Better Research Study.
What if we get injured?
2026-01-09
What it means for us as runners to be injured, how we can get fit again as quickly as possible, and how important it is to heal injuries completely.
Why we get injured while running
2026-01-09
What should we pay attention to when running in order to stay healthy? A look at how the human body works provides answers.
Sebastian Hellmann: "It just has to feel comfortable"
2026-01-09
Running a lap through the park – preferably in the morning, before the day really begins. For TV host Sebastian Hellmann, it’s simply a part of his routine. What fascinates him about running and why he thinks comfort is particularly important. A portrait.
What makes our running shoes comfortable?
2026-01-09
Thick midsoles, comfortable uppers, padded collars, an optimized fit – there are endless ways to make a running shoe as comfortable as possible.
Which runner's needs can technologies really meet
2026-01-09
Support, Neutral, Rocker, U-TECH™: which running shoe technologies can really meet the runner's needs? Scientific results.
How different midsole technologies came about
2026-01-09
Support, Neutral, Rocker, U-TECH™: all running shoe technologies have their own approach. Why they were developed.
Why we run in running shoes today
2026-01-09
First, shoes were functional everyday helpers. Today we run in running shoes. Why we no longer run barefoot.
Gabi Böhle: "Giving back some quality of life"
2026-01-09
Gabi Böhle is a sports therapist - and gives her best every day to help her patients get back to everyday life. Experience Gabi's story.
Andreas Nelles: "You never stop learning – the therapeutic toolbox keeps filling up"
2026-01-09
Andreas Nelles is osteopath – his goal is to find and treat not only the symptoms of his patients, but above all the causes of their complaints. For this purpose he continuously trains himself.
Start Running the Right Way – Tips for Beginners
2026-01-09
Do we need to learn how to jog? No. Anyone who wants to start running should follow a few tips: How we are guaranteed not to lose motivation.
100-km Run: Björn Sturm's Run With the U-TECH Aion
2026-01-09
A 100-km run is quite normal for Björn Sturm. He tells us why ultramarathons catapult us into other spheres - and what matters.
10-km Run: Training Plans for All Runners
2026-01-09
Finish, get better, win: In a 10K race, everyones goal is different. A former national coach explains how we achieve them.
On a Run With Olympic Coach David Harmer
2026-01-09
David Harmer was most recently national coach at the British Athletics Association. His favorite route: Bradgate Park. Why does he love this idyllic place?
Running Faster – The Best Tips to Get Faster
2026-01-09
Longer, farther, faster: As runners, we are constantly looking for new goals. Here are the best tips that will really make you run faster.
Once running shoes are really dirty, it's time for the wash. Tips on how to clean our running shoes - without a washing machine.
Henry Wanyoike – Kikuyu’s Run of Hope
2026-01-09
Henry Wanyoike is a world record holder and gold medalist. Today, the blind runner is a development aid worker - and a folk hero throughout Kenya.
Buying Running Shoes – How Specialized Retailers Can Help
2026-01-09
Slip them on, test them, start running: Before we buy running shoes, we should have worn them. Is that why we should always buy running shoes in stores?
Running in Cold Weather – Tips for Exercising in the Winter
2026-01-09
Running in winter is healthy - at least to a certain extent. Read, when it gets too cold and what runners should know in any case.
Running in the Rain – 5 Tips to Make Running an Experience
2026-01-09
Running in the rain is not only fun, but also healthy. Here are 5 tips to make sure everything runs smoothly when you go jogging in bad weather.
Blind Running – How Blind People Run a Marathon
2026-01-09
Blind people never walk alone. Always at their side: their guide and their short purr. How blind runners run a marathon.
Myth Running Shoe Size – Should You Buy Running Shoes One Size Larger?
2026-01-09
Finding the right running shoe size is sometimes not so easy. With these tips we will always find the right running shoes in the future.
Shin Splint Syndrome: When Shin Splints Slow Us Down While Running
2026-06-05
When our shin splints hurt while running, we might just scream. Here come 7 unique tips how we can avoid the pain in the future.
When the Achilles Tendon Hurts While Running
2026-06-05
Runners know the burning Achilles tendonitis too well. Find out which exercises help and how you can run pain-free in the future.
Myth Overpronation – Why Pronation Is Not Bad, but Quite Natural
2026-06-08
Your running style is unique, overpronation is natural - and not dangerous. But one myth persists. And that's exactly what influences our running.
Breathe Properly While Running: Take a Deep Breath, Please
2026-01-09
What is your breathing technique when running? Learn how to avoid side stitches and improve your performance when breathing properly while running.
For the Perfect Fit: How We Lace Up Running Shoes Correctly
2026-01-09
Pressure points on the foot or wrinkles in the running shoe: With the right lacing technique, our running shoe fits perfectly. How we lace our shoes correctly.
Running in the Dark: 7 Tips to Run Safer at Night
2026-01-09
Autumn and winter: especially in the cold season, we also sometimes have to run in the dark. The 7 best tips on how to jog more safely in the dark.
Setting Running Goals – Four Steps to Reaching Your Personal Goal
2026-01-09
Finding the next goal for running is not so easy. Because it's not just the distance that matters. How we set perfect goals in 4 steps.
Sports in Daily life: From Desk to Workout in 20 Minutes
2026-01-09
Family, friends and job: stressful everyday life often leaves no time for sports. But we can change that with these four simple life hacks.
Handcrafted – How a Running Shoes Is Made
2026-01-09
Running shoes consist of dozens of smaller and larger individual parts. A photo documentary shows how the finished shoe is created by hand.
Paulina Kohlhaas: "You determine yourself how much the job weighs on your body"
2026-01-09
Paulina Kohlhaas is a sports physiotherapist - and has turned her hobby into her profession. She knows the stresses and strains her patients are exposed to. And that is precisely why she is a role model.
Christian Burger: "The medical profession has fascinated me from an early age"
2026-01-09
Christian Burger is a family doctor in Düsseldorf - and therefore the first point of contact for almost all patients. When he is not at his practice, he works as an emergency doctor. Or trains for his next triathlon.
Nina Schulte: "There is nothing better than seeing the kids' progress"
2026-01-09
24 hours a day, curative education nurse Nina Schulte is responsible for mentally and physically impaired children. A portrait of how she deals with the enormous strain.
Oliver Schiffer: "It's the smallest gestures that count"
2026-01-09
Oliver Schiffer is a nurse for anesthesia and intensive care. He looks after his patients there every day - and is exposed not only to mental but also physical stress. A portrait.
Daniela Wiefhoff: "Every day is a surprise"
2026-01-09
Daniela Wiefhoff is a trauma surgeon at a clinic in Neuss. She walks over 10 km every day. How the right shoes can reduce the strain. Read Daniela's story.
The Offset in Running Shoes – What’s Actually Behind It?
2026-01-09
A lot, a little or none at all? Which shoe offset is the right one for us to run efficiently and worry-free depends on our own running dynamics.
Runner's Knee: How to Fight Knee Pain While You Run
2026-06-05
Did you know that knee pain is the most common running injury? A biomechanics professor explains what really helps with runner's.
Sabrina Mockenhaupt: This shoe got me running again
2026-01-09
Sabrina Mockenhaupt has achieved everything that many runners dream of. Running was and is her life, until the pain eventually became too much. Today, she is running pain-free again – this is her story.
