How Should a Barefoot Shoe Fit?

Thumb width shoe fit

Buying shoes. You either love it or hate it. I get it. I used to work in a running shoe store and had unlimited choices, but I still needed help choosing a suitable model. The main deciding factor comes down…

Barefoot Nike’s! But only for babies?

Sloped toes

When I first read the press release from Nike mentioning they’re launching an “early walker shoe” I was very cynical.  Of course they are; it’s a market they don’t own yet….  But it was only when I continued reading when…

Step 2 in Barefoot Running

Step 2 in barefoot running

If you’re reading this post, I hope you’ve read Step 1 in Barefoot Running first, as it’s essential to understanding how to stave off injuries when first dipping your toe into barefoot running. But since you’re here, I’m going to…

The Best Barefoot Road Shoe – For You

Barefoot Toe exercises

Today I’m going to try and find you the best barefoot road shoe for your feet. Not every shoe brand and model will fit your foot perfectly. Some won’t be wide enough, some won’t be deep enough, and some will…

Step 1 in Barefoot Running

standard arch

So, you want to run barefoot? Or at least run in minimal shoes.  You’ve heard all the hype about a stronger foundation, a reduced injury risk, and transitioning to a more natural way of running…you know, the type of running…

Barefoot Running Exercises

Barefoot running exercises

I’m big on barefoot running. If you don’t believe me check out “Are you running shoes causing your injuries?” and you’ll see why. For most people, the biggest hurdle to barefoot running is transitioning from traditional shoes into minimal shoes.…