This Viral Shoe Hack Will Increase Your Stability

I tried a simple shoelace hack so you don’t have to!

Did you know that you can increase stability and lockdown with a simple change to how you tie your shoelaces?

That’s what this viral hack claims to do. Commonly referred to as the Runner’s Loop, the idea is to use the laces to pull your foot back into the heel, thus securing the fit and providing better stability.

I first heard about this hack when I was wear testing Under Armour golf shoes with celebrated biomechanist, JJ Rivet. I’ve since seen the simple hack circulating all around TikTok and Instagram, and figured I’d give it a try.

Can a simple change to how you tie your shoelaces really help you get more out of your golf shoes? Here’s how to recreate the Runner’s Loop.

Step 1: Unlace the Top Eyelets

In order to create the Runner’s Loop, you’ll need to unlace the top eyelets. In some cases, you may already have an extra eyelet that isn’t in use.

Step 2: Thread Each Lace Through the Top Eyelet

Now that your top eyelet is free, thread the lace down through the eyelet on its respective side. This should create a loop, or as some call it, a “bunny ear”.

Step 3: Run Laces Through the Opposite Loop

With your loop in hand, thread the end of each lace through the opposite loop.

Step 4: Cinch Laces

Now that you’ve threaded the laces through the loops, start to pull and cinch down the laces. Do this in a back-and-forth motion until you feel your heel pulled into the back of the shoe.

Step 5: Tie your Shoe like Normal

All that’s left is to tie your shoe like you normally would. And, just like that, you’ve got a better fit, enhanced lockdown and more stability.

Simple but Effective

The Runner’s Loop is an easy way to ensure your golf shoes fit properly. And if there’s anything I know about golf shoes, it’s that a proper fit is the best way to see real performance benefit. An ill-fitting shoe will hurt your game, while a great, snug fit will help your game.

Give this hack and try and let me know what you think!