{"title":"Altra Running","description":"\u003cp\u003eAltra Running was founded in 2011 in Utah by two runners who were convinced the footwear industry had been designing shoes backwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso browse:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/mens-altra-running\"\u003eMen's Altra Running\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/womens-altra-running\"\u003eWomen's Altra Running\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/mens-trainers-sneakers\"\u003eMen's Trainers\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/womens-trainers-sneakers\"\u003eWomen's Trainers\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/on-running\"\u003eOn Running Trainers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;padding:6px 0;\"\u003eAbout Altra Running\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are not incremental improvements on conventional running shoes. They represent a fundamentally different philosophy, and for runners who make the transition, the adaptation period is real — the body needs time to adjust to the change in geometry. But for those who commit, Zero Drop running typically results in stronger foot muscles, reduced impact loading, and a more efficient stride over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOD's stocks Altra Running trainers for both men and women as an authorised UK stockist. The range covers road running and trail running styles. A sizing note: the FootShape toe box means Altra runs wide — runners with narrow feet may benefit from sizing down half a size. Free UK delivery on orders over £75, with next-day options available at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px;margin-top:14px;\"\u003eWhat is Zero Drop™ and why does it matter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZero Drop™ is Altra's term for a shoe geometry where the heel and forefoot are at exactly the same height — a drop of 0mm, versus the 8–12mm heel-to-toe drop found in most conventional running shoes. This encourages a more natural midfoot or forefoot landing, reducing the braking force associated with heel-striking and placing less stress on the knees and hips over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px;margin-top:14px;\"\u003eWhat is the FootShape™ toe box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FootShape™ toe box is Altra's anatomically shaped forefoot, designed to be as wide as the human foot at the toes rather than tapering to a point. This allows the toes to splay naturally during push-off, improving balance and reducing the compression that contributes to blisters, bunions, and forefoot pain in conventional shoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px;margin-top:14px;\"\u003eHow do Altra Running shoes size?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of the wider FootShape™ toe box, Altra shoes tend to run wide, particularly in the forefoot. Runners with narrow feet often find they need to size down half a size for a secure fit. If you are between sizes, we recommend erring toward the smaller size for road running and the larger for trail, where thicker socks are typically worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px;margin-top:14px;\"\u003eIs OD's an authorised Altra Running stockist?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. OD's Designer Clothing is an authorised UK stockist of Altra Running. All trainers are sourced through official channels and guaranteed to be authentic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px;margin-top:14px;\"\u003eDoes Altra make clothing as well as footwear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAltra's primary focus is footwear, and the range available at OD's is trainers only — road running and trail running styles for men and women. OD's does not currently stock Altra clothing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is Zero Drop™ and why does it matter?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Zero Drop™ is Altra's term for a shoe geometry where the heel and forefoot are at exactly the same height — a drop of 0mm, versus the 8–12mm heel-to-toe drop found in most conventional running shoes. 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