Minimalist or barefoot-styled shoes are becoming more popular for a number of different reasons. Some people simply like the feel of a minimalist shoe, while others feel they promote a more natural footstrike pattern than what may happen if you’re wearing an overly-cushioned athletic shoe. Whatever you choose, if you are considering switching to a […]
Understanding The Myth Of The Running Shoe
A couple weeks ago, our friends at the Globe and Mail published a piece titled “The Myth of the Running Shoe.” It’s a great piece, and it talks about the debate over the running shoe in recent years. There has been a long held belief, especially among shoe marketers, that padded athletics shoes better help […]
How Much Can You Run In Minimalist Running Shoes?
New research published in the European Journal of Sport Science found that minimalist running shoes can provide your feet and legs with certain benefits, but only to a point. Today, we explain how to get the most out of your minimalist running shoes while also preventing against foot injuries. Running With Minimalist Shoes For the […]
