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Nike's Project Amplify: Shoes That Boost Running Speed

10/29/2025

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Nike unveiled Project Amplify, a powered shoe with a motor, drive belt, and rechargeable battery in a carbon fiber-plated shoe.
The system augments leg movement to help users maintain a 10 to 12 minute mile pace.
Tests with over 400 athletes showed potential time reductions of up to two minutes per mile.
The shoes can be worn with or without robotic components and remain in development to improve accessibility.

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Story summary

Nike unveiled Project Amplify, a powered shoe with a motor, drive belt, and rechargeable battery in a carbon fiber-plated shoe.
The system augments leg movement to help users maintain a 10 to 12 minute mile pace.
Tests with over 400 athletes showed potential time reductions of up to two minutes per mile.
The shoes can be worn with or without robotic components and remain in development to improve accessibility.