Ginevra Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 I've dabbled with barefoot running a little. (I am a pretty newbie runner; I started running in March this year.) I find running barefoot very energizing. I ordered Merrill "barefoot" shoes, though. I don't know if these will really work for running or if nude barefoot is really a lot better. The shoes I ordered look sort of like Mary Janes. I'm planning to run in my first 5K Aug 11th. I don't know if I will run in the Mary Janes or with my standard running shoes. I'm sure I don't have the nerve to race truly barefoot! Anyone have any thoughts on barefoot running or "barefoot" shoes (which sounds oxymoronic anyway)? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 My feeling is that barefoot is best, but only on natural surfaces. We are not meant to run/walk on hard surfaces. Our foot muscles try to adjust to get a grip on the firm surface by pronating in, and it just does damage. And I LOVE going barefoot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 I have those exact Merril shoes. I wear them hiking and have never had foot pain. For running I have a slight pronation and need something else. That said, I hate running, but I try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 Those look great. I was imagining those toe shoes when you mentioned it, but I can't wear those. I love going barefoot. I do it so often I probably could run barefoot without shoes. LOL Those are interesting looking. I have thought about it, but I can't seem to buy them. DS wants some. It's one of his latest ideas. First I have to convince him he does not truly wear as big of a shoe as he thinks. I went ahead and bought his tie shoes in the size, but I think he'd be disappointed if he tried the size with toes. He wouldn't be in the toe part. Isn't that odd? The Merril shoes really are washable. I put mine in the washing machine a few times already. I went up half a size. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 Some people at the gym wear them. I really need another pair of the Merrels. Now I need to go shoe shopping :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedmom4 Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 I've dabbled with barefoot running a little. (I am a pretty newbie runner; I started running in March this year.) I find running barefoot very energizing. I ordered Merrill "barefoot" shoes, though. I don't know if these will really work for running or if nude barefoot is really a lot better. The shoes I ordered look sort of like Mary Janes. I'm planning to run in my first 5K Aug 11th. I don't know if I will run in the Mary Janes or with my standard running shoes. I'm sure I don't have the nerve to race truly barefoot! Anyone have any thoughts on barefoot running or "barefoot" shoes (which sounds oxymoronic anyway)? Thanks! Do u have a link for the shoes? I am on week 7 of C25k and still having some shin splint issues. Wondering if "barefoot" shoes would help. Thanks, Elise in NC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 Do u have a link for the shoes? I am on week 7 of C25k and still having some shin splint issues. Wondering if "barefoot" shoes would help. Thanks, Elise in NC I have these ones: http://www.amazon.com/Merrell-Women-Barefoot-Pace-Glove/dp/B00358TPNW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I.Dup. Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 My friend is a runner and she wears Vibram Five Fingers every.where. She even gave birth to her last child while wearing them, LOL. She loves them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 Here is the shoe I ordered. My feeling is that barefoot is best, but only on natural surfaces. We are not meant to run/walk on hard surfaces. Our foot muscles try to adjust to get a grip on the firm surface by pronating in, and it just does damage. And I LOVE going barefoot. I agree. The portion of my run where I've been barefootin' it has been mostly through the baseball field, so grass or sand. I love it. The moment my feet enter the grass, I feel like I could run for another hour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YaelAldrich Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 (edited) I run barefoot and do not have (although I have thought about getting) any minimalist shoes. I usually run on a treadmill, but I do run outside occasionally. The Merrell shoes look cute and comfortable but last night I read a review about a shoe from Altra called the Eve. I'm contemplating getting a pair as I am not sure I will have the ability to run on a treadmill next year in Tokyo, although I don't worry about glass as the Japanese are obsessive about cleaning public spaces! I go barefoot in the house and around as much as possible, but wear a New Balance "lifestyle" shoe with a thin sole when I have to be shod. To switch can take some time and you will be sore as you start to use different muscles than with big, clunky shoes. I love it! Edited August 2, 2012 by YaelAldrich oopsie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaffodilDreams Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 Do u have a link for the shoes? I am on week 7 of C25k and still having some shin splint issues. Wondering if "barefoot" shoes would help. Thanks, Elise in NC I got shin splints easily wearing normal running shoes, too. I switched to vibram five fingers and have not had shin splints again. I love my vibrams! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan C. Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 Ds23 runs and LOVES his Vibram Five Fingers shoes (be sure to get the toed socks to go with them). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foster_sk Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 I have Merrill barefoot running shoes and have flat feet. I LOVE these shoes. They are SO comfy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dinsfamily Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 I wear minimalist shoes to do most of my workouts (Crossfit and boot camp) and short runs. It is hard for me to give up regular running shoes for my long distance running (5K-1/2 Marathon). Dh has given up running shoes, but he's also strictly Crosfitting, so not much distance running. He did just run a 5K in his last week and did a 10K in them earlier this year. I'm interested in those who use them for longer distances. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gwen in VA Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 Ds2 runs and takes walks barefoot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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