by Running with Susan, RUNNER’S WORLD

Have you seen the alien shoes spotted on celebrities recently? Matthew McConaughey and girlfriend Camila Alves wear them to work out, actor Channing Tatum runs in them, and Heisman Trophy winner Eddie George sports them for beach football.

Just what are these funky, rubber glove toe socks? They’re Vibram FiveFingers—shoes that are meant to mimic the experience of running without shoes, yet protect your feet from dirt and debris. Why would people want to run without their cushy trainers? Running without shoes can strengthen your feet, ankles, and lower legs and improve balance. Some say modern running shoes are to blame for injuries. And one man wrote an immensely popular book that concluded as much.

The 10 laws of injury prevention

Read more: http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/health/baring-it-all-the-barefoot-running-trend-2337336/

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  1. Body Workout 101 on August 19, 2010 5:31 pm

    Baring It All: The Barefoot Running Trend…

    I found your entry interesting do I’ve added a Trackback to it on my weblog :)

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