Go Barefoot or Go Home-Transformation TV-Episode #016

Did you know that running shoes torque your knee more than high heeled shoes? Barefoot running has been gaining popularity recently. Have you jumped on the barefoot bandwagon? Maybe you're just curious about my Five Finger shoes and want to learn more!

-Running barefoot is the most natural way we can possibly run.

-Recent medical studies have shown that running barefoot eliminates torquing of the knees, reducing injury and joint pain.

-It takes the body awhile to adapt to running barefoot, so start slowly and work your way up.

Action Steps:

1. Start wearing barefoot shoes on a daily basis.

2. Start running with barefoot shoes on softer surface, such as the grass or a track, or dirt trail.

3. Slowly build up your tolerance to barefoot running by working your way up with mileage, to reduce injury.

Barefoot Shoes: Vibram Five Finger Shoes

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