Comments on: Latest in Barefoot Running

By: Joe

Joe — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 01:13:58 +0000

Correct me if I am wrong, but running shoes did not start to become big business until the 70′s I am sure there were “running shoes ” available before then but what did these shoes offer other than protect the bottom of the foot. Shoes are an invention of man. Maybe we were meant to be barefoot. Who knows? Just a thought.

By: Lauren

Lauren — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 17:12:11 +0000

I meant to tell you — there are usually a handful of barefoot runners at races here in New England (yes, even in our cold weather!). I passed a barefoot runner during the Boston Prep 16-miler race on Jan 24th. I also talked to a few barefoot runners in November after a 10K, and they said they love it. Then again, I’m too girly for it (I like my pedicures and soft feet!)…but I also NEED shoe support. Interesting theory, though, huh?

By: Amanda

Amanda — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 16:54:06 +0000

I was lucky enough to interview Chris McDougall–I have his comments up at http://www.misszippy1.blogspot.com

By: Amanda

Amanda — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 13:58:15 +0000

I can see both sides of the argument. I personally won’t be running barefoot, but I do appreciate where the barefooters are coming from. On that note, I interviewed my podiatrist on the subject and he is definitely opposed to the idea. I’ll be featuring an interview with Chris McDougall later this week and guess that will give the other side of the coin. Please check both interviews out at http://www.misszippy1.blogspot.com

By: Jill Will Run

Jill Will Run — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 05:34:30 +0000

I imagine it would get annoying to have people question you on the barefoot running a lot… but then some people seem to relish that, they become almost evangelical about it! But I’ll just try it in the privacy of my own home… then share it on the public forum of my blog! Thanks for the kind words about my site, I appreciate it!

By: Jill Will Run

Jill Will Run — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 05:32:05 +0000

I’m glad to hear that your VFF experience was positive. I’m still intrigued… now if only my local running store would carry them!

By: Danna

Danna — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 02:26:45 +0000

Jill- LOVE your site. You are an interesting writer. Always something fascinating to read and think about. I have been reading “Born to Run”. Just finished the chapters on barefoot running. I think about it all the time now! I live next to a river trail- the reason we bought this house, and there is a man I see who runs barefoot everyday. Paved and gravel. I live in Utah- there is ALWAYS snow on the ground. My marathon partner tried to ask him about it one time, but he was defensive. Poor guy- probably gets asked constantly. The way he runs looks so so so painful. His gait looks agonizing. His wife is often with him– WALKING alongside him. Anyway, I find the treadmill a great way to try the theory- smart thinking. I’ll try it. I noticed in the book- the running coach who touts the barefoot revolution reccommends running barefoot “3 times per week on dewy grass”. Keep us up to date- Keep writing! Danna
http://www.sherunslikeagirl.blogspot.com

By: Tracy

Tracy — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 00:49:18 +0000

I bought a pair today and tried them out on the treadmill when I got home. I’m just getting back into running after a couple of years. I enjoyed running in the shoes, but it takes a lot of concentration to not hit heal first. They definitely use a whole new set of muscles. It’ll take some getting used to, but I really liked them. And for $75, I thought they were reasonable. I had to go to a couple of different stores to find my size (or any) in stock. My husband hasn’t been so lucky. I guess the NPR report had a lot to do with the shortages.

By: Jill Will Run

Jill Will Run — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 21:33:28 +0000

I am not looking to try running on the sidewalks, roads or trails barefoot either. There is too much nasty stuff out there. I just think it’s really interesting and has potential to help people improve their form, as long as it’s done in a careful and cautious manner.

By: Jill Will Run

Jill Will Run — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 21:32:22 +0000

Ew… me either. I can’t even WANT to run on the junk that’s in the outside world. Rocks, glass, germs… I’m right there with you!