Here are the articles I read:
Having read through these articles, my interest piqued. I run-a little. Very slowly. So perhaps I shouldn't even worry about this. But since graduating from college, I've noticed (or become more aware of) more tension in my back, spine, legs, etc. Usually a session of hot yoga will stretch out all the kinks, but this notion that running barefoot might help realign my form? The minimalist substitute for the au naturel approach is the Vibram Five Fingers, a toe-sock looking foot glove that provides a little more protection for your feet:
Funky, no? I'm hesitant to purchase a pair due to the somewhat steep price ( around $75 and up). They're also weird looking. A Runner's World article published this month lists the different options available for minimalist shoes, along with an in-depth analysis of the minimalist argument. New Balance will also be launching their Minimus line early next spring, more to the tune of 'normal' shoe trends.
I think I will be keeping an eye out for these! In the meantime...maybe some barefoot time on the treadmill, although I am still hesitant!
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