Ultraboost 5 pumps up Manila runners' energy

Adidas has taken another bold step forward in the world of running shoes with the unveiling of the Ultraboost 5, designed to give runners the highest energy return in the brand's history. This latest innovation comes after extensive research that highlighted a growing concern among younger adults: the struggle to maintain energy levels amid mounting pressures.

Redesigned from the ground up, the Ultraboost 5 boasts a new midsole construction with 9 mm. more Boost, delivering enhanced responsiveness and cushioning. It is, therefore, a shoe tailored for those seeking more efficiency in their runs, tapping into the insight that one in five 18- to 24-year-olds are worried about their energy levels.

Eliza Filby, Ph.d, a historian of generational evolution who led the research, commented, «The next generation is under a lot of pressure, burnt out, and disoriented by the state of the world. There are so many demands on their energy and time, and when it comes to making a choice, physical exercise like running can often be one of the first things to go.»

Ultraboost 5’s primary feature is its instant rebound as the runner’s foot strikes the ground, propelling them further with each step.

For runners looking to combat this energy crisis, the Ultraboost 5 is designed with material that instantly rebounds as the runner's foot strikes the ground, propelling them further with each step.

Additionally, the Ultraboost 5 features an adaptive Primeknit upper, offering a more tailored fit in key areas while maximizing breathability to keep feet cool throughout a run.

«The Ultraboost is a true running icon, and this is our best version yet,» said Simon Lockett, Adidas' Footwear Product Marketing Category Director. «Eighty-two percent of people who have tested it say they prefer its energy return to their current shoes, and 70 percent report having more fun while running in it. That's always been the superpower of the Ultraboost, especially now with more Boost and lighter weight than ever before.»

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The Ultraboost 5 is available in the Philippines for men and women in a white and gray base with vibrant Spark Orange accents, symbolizing the burst of energy the shoe unlocks.