TopoAthletic has once again delivered a great shoe. Here’s a recent review we did of the new lightweight ST-2 running shoe. The ST-2 is the second generation of
In the past 100 years, running shoes experienced dramatic changes. The question then arises whether or not running shoes (or sport shoes in general) influence the frequency of running
Here’s a great casual shoe from the Vivobarefoot who has by far led the shoe industry in terms of creating shoes that our feet should be in. Vivobarefoot
Proud to be part of the panel of International Experts! To fix that problem, a team at Laval University led by Jean-Francois Esculier recruited a panel of 42
Nike is taking the Free a step further by introducing the Nike Free 1.0. For those familiar with the Nike Free line up, the higher numbers correspond to
Trying to figure out which shoe you should be wearing? If you follow my blog and understand the principles of running, then you know a shoe does nothing
I’ve received a lot of emails over the past several days about this article published in the New York Times on “maximalist” running shoes. I couldn’t resist commenting
Shoe Name: SKORA Fit Model: R01-003M02 Weight: 8.2 oz Price: $94.95 Drop: 0mm Website: http://skorarunning.com/fit-r01-003m02.html Forefoot: Soft and stretchy forefoot. It does allow freedom and full extension of
I had the opportunity to present my philosophy on running shoes and injuries at the National Meeting for the American Podiatric Medical Association in Hawaii on July 28,
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Recently I was asked the question, “Do you have a recommendation for a running shoe for my daughter? She tends to over-pronate”. This came from a fellow runner
Here is a recent podcast I did with Aaron Olson from www.paleorunner.org on minimalist shoes. http://www.paleorunner.org/2014/05/minimalist-running-shoes-dr-nick.html
Even though this is a 3 year old article from the press (http://www.nytimes.com/2011/01/18/health/nutrition/18best.html?pagewanted=all&_r=0) it reminds us that there is no scientific based research or evidence to support the
I haven’t had many interesting posts lately given my involvement with work, conferences, and boards. Here’s some info on what’s happening to the construct of running shoes and
I routinely have runners present to our office demanding orthotics for their shoes. Even more common is the request for replacement orthotics. The question is: Should they even
Shoe Name: Topo Athletic ST Model: M-ST Weight: 5.9 oz (mine came in at 5.5!!) Price: $90.00 Drop: Zero Drop Website: http://www.topoathletic.com Forefoot: The forefoot has an excellent wide
A new study was published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine that compared injury rates among 99 runners over twelve weeks who were assigned to wear one
Shoe Name: Altra Zero Model:The One Weight: 6.4 oz (men’s 9.0) Price: $100 Drop: zero Website: http://www.altrazerodrop.com/fitness/en/Altra/Women/one-women Click to purchase. Forefoot: Probably one of the best shoes in
Most of you probably know the Nike Free shoes offer a barefoot-like feel, along with cushioning, support, traction and underfoot protection. You might even be wearing a pair
Shoe Name: Adidas adipure Gazelle Shoes Model: Adipure Gazelle 2.0 Weight: 6.3 oz Price: $100.00 Drop: 7mm Website: http://www.adidas.com/us/product/mens-running-adipure-gazelle-20-shoes/AU341?cid=Q21487&cm_sp=mobile-_-mobile_footer-_-view_full_site&full_site=yes Forefoot: The forefoot has a soft upper that is
Should we start calling them media shoes instead of minimalist shoes? Shoes do not make a difference when it comes to running, at least for preventing injuries that
I agree there is no one “fix-all” shoe or philosophy for running injuries. My approach to treating running injuries goes way beyond shoes. In fact, I like to
Below is the article I was involved in for the periodical Podiatry Today discussing all aspects of minimalist shoes with colleague and runner Kevin Kirby. It’s an interesting
Pete Larson (Runblogger) shared this excellent video and it comes at the perfect time to mention in regards to all the comments of my previous post on minimalist
A recent article in the Montreal Gazette titled “The rise and fall of the minimalist running shoe: After initially racing off the shelves, sales of the unusual design have
A recent study published in The Journal of Foot and Ankle Research reveals that a more narrow toe box construct of a shoe can lead to increase pressure
See my latest blog Post on Podiatry Today. Have we forgotten about pronation? With all the hype surrounding minimalist shoes, the concern has shifted from controlling motion to
The article posted below appeared on a newswire for Runner’s World. It references a study published ahead of print in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise that
Shoe Name: Lems Mariner Camel Model: N/A Weight: 7.4 oz Price: $105.00 Drop: zero Website: www.lemsshoes.com Forefoot: The Lems Mariner is a classic “Docksider” type shoe that has
A recent study published in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise titled Kinematic and Kinetic Comparison of Running in Standard and Minimalist Shoes by Richard Willy and
As posted on Gizmodo. Reminiscent of the original waffle runner that launched Nike, the Free Hyperfeel is the company’s latest minimalist runner inspired by the actual geometry of
A simple read on minimalist running shoes as posted on My Body, My My Health. http://mybody-myhealth.com/choosing-minimalist-running-shoes/ Humans have always ran barefoot. Recreational running as a means of staying
Check out the video Randy Kreill made running in his huaraches!! See the video below for help lacing your huaraches to run in. Randy runs in the XeroShoes.
Recently I was asked to be part of a point/counterpoint discussion regarding minimalist shoes to be features in the Podiatry Today periodical. While preparing the literature to defend
