I, actually, prefer that beginning barefoot runners start on rough, rocky, uncomfortable terrain š But not necessarily running, and certainly not long, or fast running, right from the start… Start with standing, and feeling the terrain with your bare soles. … read more
It seems mindfulness is all over the news these days, whether here on HuffPost, on 60 Minutes, or on the cover of your favorite magazine. … read more at Huffington Post read more
Yesterday, along with our regular scheduled run, Jeroen (visiting from the Netherlands) and I discussed, demonstrated, and practiced the art of running forward … basically, the idea is to focus less on TRYING to run, and more on moving forward. … read more
Enjoy some humorous and/or fun barefoot running videos… and finally, Psycho Herman running barefoot through a mountain lake in Bachelor Gulch, Colorado read more
Summary Fear is one of the biggest handicap on downhills. Fear of falling and hurting yourself possibly badly. Confidence in running fast downhills comes with skill at running fast downhills. Practice will add to both. This is for those who … read more
Introduction I was going to wait until after the 2014 November lunchtime Boeing 5K race to write this final report. But, I didn’t race that day. Also, I wasn’t able to race in the December lunchtime Boeing 5K (it’s a … read more
-Richard H. Collins Collins and Co., Covington, Ky Four miles above Bowling Green, on the River (Barren River) is McFadins Old Station. Some anecdotes are connected with it. One of which we relate: A clashing young Virginian came to the … read more
I don’t mind people running in whatever kind of footwear they like, but it is deceptively misleading – to call running in minimalist shoes, “Barefoot” – it is, sadly, leading many people to serious injury. I suppose some of you … read more
One of the most frequently asked questions I hear is, “Can I see the soles of your feet?” YES! You can see the soles of my feet! read more
Originally published on Ken Bob’s Forum at The Barefoot Runner’s Society From Ken Bob’s mailbox: “I bought the Vibram Five-Fingers running shoes and was wondering if they cause injuries like running shoes or if it is just like barefoot? -Matthew” … read more
