Author Archives: Barefoot Ken Bob

Run or Bike with Rae for a mile or two, or 50!

Rae's Run Across America

Summary I’m organizing escorts and people to provide transportation to and from start and finish locations for the final days of Rae’s Run across America. The tricky part is that in most cases we’ll need two drivers and two cars … read more

How the Minimalist Shoe Movement has Effected my Practice, and is Changing Podiatry. Forever.

How the Minimalist Shoe Movement has Effected my Practice, and is Changing Podiatry. Forever.

Summary We tell patients to support the arch, wear thick-cushioned, motion-controlled running shoes and avoid going barefoot. Does it work? Yes, when you add anti-inflammatories, stretching exercises, cortisone injections, night splints, controlled ankle motion walkers, six to 12 months of … read more

Ken Bob’s Running Barefoot Play-Fun-Shop, Santa Barbara CA, 2012 October 27

2012-07-20 Ken Bob at Boulder Running Company, Littleton CO

Santa Barbara CA, 2012 October 27 Ken Bob’s Short Running Barefoot Play-Fun-Shop Just starting out barefoot, or running? Afraid to take your shoes off, but want to reap some of the benefits of Barefoot Running? Having some problems getting some of … read more

Naked Foot 5K (2012 October 27 Saturday) Santa Barbara California

2011-05-21 Naked Foot 5K, Santa Barbara CA

Summary Bring a pair of shoes to donate and “run naked”! Kids under 12 run FREE, the event benefits charities Soles4Souls and Kids Run America. Stay for the after party with live music, barefoot wine, games and more fun! Sign … read more