In efforts to show others how running can be enjoyable and pain-free if done right, we collected stories from runners all over the world who had transitioned to
HURRY Joe’s new Balance has these shoes for only $29.99 today!!! Shoe Name: New Balance Minimus Model: MINIMUS 10V2 Style# MR10BG2 Weight: 6.5 oz Price:109.99 Drop: 4 mm
Visiting the Chicago Natural History Museum and thought I’d share some of the cool shoes our ancestors used to wear. I’m sure these may seem crazy looking and
Despite what many of the critics of minimalist shoes are saying, the market for these shoes is continuing to grow. Virtually every running shoe company has jumped on
Since transitioning to minimalist shoes for running, I have attempted to replace my dress shoes and casual shoes with those that are in essence minimalist shoes. My longing
A recent study published in the June edition of Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics examined the effects of heavy cushioned heel running shoes on competitive track athletes. They compared
See my latest interview for Men’s Health which discusses how to safely transition your running style. We help to clarify the myths of injury associated with minimalist
For those not familiar with Dan Lieberman, he is a Harvard professor who wrote the popular article for the scientific periodical Nature discussing the benefits of barefoot running.
I figured I would kick of May’s blog posts with a bang and discuss one of the most common pathologies we treat in podiatry. Heel pain. More specifically
A new study accepted for publication in Arthritis & Rheumatism has demonstrated reduction in the force through the knee joints as well as pain when the patients were
Below is an article I wrote for Vibram USA several years ago to help early adopters transition to running in FiveFingers. (A more advanced and detailed approach to
Entering my 9th year of practice I’ve noticed something rather common amongst patients I see complaining of generalized foot pain. It’s the phrase, “I’ve tried several different pairs
I figured this is a good time to repost my article written for the periodical Podiatry Today as it appears that our story hungry media journalists can not
Shoe Name: Skechers GOrun 2 Model: GOrun 2 Weight: 6.6 oz. Price: $80.00 Drop: 4mm Website: http://skechersperformance.com/running/all#/53555-gorun2 Forefoot: Very wide forefoot that is just like the GObionic. Plenty
Yesterday I received a question on twitter – @runnerdoctor question: assuming a good forefoot strike achieved, is padding still necessary in the shoe? This is a difficult question
In case you missed the Superbowl last night, Skechers debuted a commercial featuring there new running shoe the GO2run. You can view it by clicking below. Click to
A recent patent filed by Apple Inc. in July 2012 describes a sensor and alarm system that can be embedded into footwear, granting users a more empirical method
The majority of our society thinks that we must support our arches to improve foot function or reduce pain. Daily in my practice I have patients tell me
The study titled Footstrike patterns among novice runners wearing a conventional, neutral running shoe was published in Gait and Posture and can be read by clicking below. Footstrike
An article published in the Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports (Peer Reviewed) titled Four-week habituation to simulated barefoot running improves running economy when compared with
I have blogged about these shoes before but I couldn’t help sharing my thoughts again. The Vibram Lontra has changed winter running for me. OUTSTANDING!! I just completed
Below is a excerpt from Pete Larson’s blog, The Run Blogger, where he addresses the future of minimalist shoes. For those who aren’t familiar with Pete, check out
Many of you reading this may have suffered from plantar fasciitis for years and were probably told to keep your motion control running shoes on and wear orthotics.
I am very excited to announce that my interactive textbook is now available on the iPad through the iBookstore. This is a great tool for anyone who wants
What? I love my Garmin!!! How could you say that!!! I’m sure most of you reading this experienced the above thought. Why would I comment negatively on a
Just a little something to think about. (Excerpt from my upcoming book Running in a Minimalist Shoe) Have you ever wondered why we have toes? Consider the intricacy
Great read below on the misconceptions of minimalist shoes by Jim Hixson of the Feet for Life Motion Center (http://www.motioncenterstl.com/) by Jim Hixson. 1. There is no correct way
Below is an article written by Camille Herron discussing how she became an elite marathoner as she transitioned into minimalist running shoes. Camille is a 2008 and 2012
Originally appeared in: http://www.podiatrytoday.com/blogged/sharing-insights-minimalist-shoes-worn-athletes-recent-olympics Even a month after the end of the Olympics, I still get questions about the bright yellow shoes I am wearing. People often ask
The lost secret of running. NY Times November 2011 This New York Times video, The Lost Secret of Running, narrated by Christopher McDougall, author of the popular book
These two studies measured the “pre-study” foot strength and took MRI’s to measure the girth of the foot muscles. Then, they had half the group train in Nike
http://runningtimes.com/Article.aspx?ArticleID=19217 Quick tips and a range of shoe options By Brian Metzler As featured in the April 2010 issue of Running Times Magazine 1) GET NEW SHOES To
http://www.stack.com/2012/01/06/minimalist-shoes-a-beginners-guide/ The barefoot training fad has hit the strength world and manifested itself in minimalist running shoes. What’s the truth behind the hype? Is harking back to our
The debate continues amongst medical professionals, podiatrists, runners, and the media as to “should we be running with supportive shoes with motion control?” For years the norm has
