Barefoot running promotes a more natural foot strike, characterized by landing on the mid-foot or forefoot instead of the ...

Methods Ground reaction force data and kinematics were collected from 22 highly trained runners during overground running while barefoot and in three shod conditions (minimalist shoe, racing flat and ...

There’s nothing quite like running in minimalist running shoes. They have thin soles, are flexible, and are optimized for responsiveness, so you can get a better feel for the earth beneath your ...

In today's fashion-conscious world, wearing proper sportswear for workouts is common. However, experts suggest that going ...

Ermias came up with the idea of hiking barefoot and, eventually, he ran barefoot in the Predator 5km race - organised by the ...

Background Advocates of barefoot running suggest that it is more natural and may be a way to minimise injury risk. In contrast, opponents believe shoes are needed to adequately cushion and support the ...

are adorned with detachable rubber toes — called “Superfingers” — that mimic the decidedly uncool barefoot shoes made for running. Did Adidas and AVAVAV just put toe shoes back on the map?

Sulatha Kamath, a 73-year-old from Mangaluru, defies age norms by participating in marathons and track events barefoot. She took up running later in life, finding it both therapeutic and empowering.