Born to Run (2009 October 14) Air Talk, KPCC podcast Shoes and socks are supposed to protect our feet, aren’t they? Christopher McDougall’s profile of Mexico’s indigenous Tarahumara suggests that when it comes to running, we should think again. In … read more
Here in Sarawak on Borneo there are still societies living in the jungle. They walk barefoot, of course. I was lucky to meet one of them in Kuching. Here are a few pictures… -Marcel Gallery read more
By Brian Fidelman New York Times The Roving Runner strides along Central Park barefoot with Christopher McDougall, author of the bestselling book “Born to Run.” To read more and to comment on this video go to the Well blog. more … read more
Summary How running may have led to the development of our large brains. Statistics Species: Homo Sapien Approximate brain weight=1400g Story There are those of us who have long contended that, because the nerves in the soles of our feet … read more
Ingredients about 1-2 cups Epsom salt a bit of baking soda, maybe 1/4 cup a bit of table salt, maybe a tablespoon or two a gallon or two or three of hot tap water (about as hot as you can … read more
These Days with Ken Bob and Yoshi 2007-02-07 KPBS San DIego Ca read more
Summary It’s about time that a major shoe company asked for my endorsement of their shoes. So, Nike sent me a pair of Free 5.0 running shoes to evaluate. Thanks Nike! No seriously, I really mean it. Like I really … read more
Summary Jenny Clayton’s behind-the-scenes look at how advances in biomechanical science have led to some incredible technological innovations in the humble training shoe. Questions if these inovations are really advancing the sport of running. Features Barefoot Ken Bob running the … read more
Summary The day after kicking a sandhill on the beach while running, and hearing a “POP!” in my foot, I ran the Alive and Running 10 Kilometer race in Westchester CA. I don’t know if this was a bone fractured, … read more
Summary Running with any degree of intensity subjects our feet to stresses that are extremely unusual. When we suffer foot problems such as plantar fasciitis, we are quick to conclude that we must be doing too much exercise and better … read more
