I offer up this infographic (see, I can still use the hip terminology). How do you feel about barefoot running? Have you tried it? Do you have shoe-induced foot problems?
Created by: XRayTechnicianSchools.net
Admittedly, I don’t run a lot but when I do, I wear shoes. I’ve tried the Vibram Five Fingers but the toes spread thing bothered me. Maybe I should try some minimal shoes without the toe sock look.
More info here:
- Applications to Running Barefoot or in Minimal Footwear
- Barefoot Running: How Humans Ran Comfortably and Safely Before the Invention of Shoes
- Barefoot Running