Table 2.
Mean ratings (SD) (Round 1; range: 0–10) and agreement rates (Round 2; %) for items to be included within the MI
| Round 1 | Round 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | Inclusion | |
| Provisionally included | ||
| Heel to toe drop (lower for minimalist) | 9.0 (2.1) | 92.9 |
| Torsional flexibility (higher for minimalist) | 8.8 (1.9) | 95.2 |
| Weight (lower for minimalist) | 8.8 (1.5) | 100 |
| Longitudinal flexibility (higher for minimalist) | 8.7 (2.0) | 95.2 |
| Stack height (lower for minimalist) | 8.6 (2.6) | 88.1 |
| Motion control devices (dual/multi-density midsole, rigid heel counter) (fewer for minimalist) | 8.5 (2.9) | 85.7 |
| Arch support devices (elevated medial insole under foot arch, tensioned medial upper) (fewer for minimalist) | 8.5 (2.9) | 85.7 |
| Round 1 | Round 2 | |
| Rating | Exclusion | |
| Provisionally excluded | ||
| Upper/cover flexibility (higher for minimalist) | 7.8 (2.7) | 78.6 |
| Toe-box width (anatomical fit) (higher for minimalist) | 7.2 (3.3) | 57.1 |
| Sole density (higher for minimalist) | 6.5 (3.2) | 81.0 |
| Presence of outsole lugs (fewer for minimalist)a | 2.7 (3.4) | --- |
aAdditional item suggested by participants during Round 1. This item did not obtain sufficient rating to be further considered for inclusion