Why running shoes do more harm than good: Infographic
You've probably worn shoes every day of your post-toddler life, but in a few remote parts of the world, nobody wears shoes — and evidence shows they're in better shape because of it.
Mon, Mar 19 2012 at 6:03 PM
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Graphic courtesy of X Ray Technician Schools

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zephyra Mar 21 2012 at 2:32 PM

What about Dr. Agus' of THE END OF ILLNESS fame who believes all inflammation leads to illness. He's specific about foot support both indoor and out. As a dancer who often went barefoot, I'm dealing with osteopathic inflammation in my feet--it's no fun. As for injuries, if you push beyond physical limits, you can injure yourself.

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anonymous
Mike SanClements Mar 19 2012 at 11:39 PM

These are the best: http://www.newbalance.com/products/MT110/

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Tarrant Mar 19 2012 at 6:59 PM

I rarely wear shoes if I can get away without, but I am also not a runner. Has anyone tried those "barefoot" type shoes?

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deidreamberelliott
deidreamberelliott Mar 21 2012 at 9:40 PM

Yep! I love vibrams! 

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anonymous
catmomwendy Mar 21 2012 at 10:59 AM
I wear Vibram shoes for various work out activities, including running and boot camps. I have bone spurs in my arch and the barefoot shoes have actually helped to strengthen my foot and I have less pain because of it. Because your foot "moves" so much more in a barefoot shoe compared to a standard running shoe, your foot muscles will hurt at first just like any muscle you haven't used in a while. But the muscles do build up and provide a better support structure because it is stronger. I do have
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to think about not heel striking when I run in them because if you do, your heels will be sore but the article is right that you need to work yourself into running with them. Calf muscles also are affected when you run with a mid-foot strike.
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Tarrant Mar 22 2012 at 8:08 AM

Thanks for the details. Do you wear them at all for just running errands and walking about the neighborhood? Or are they more an "only for workouts" shoe for you?

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