With the increasing popularity of minimalist footwear and barefoot running, it is imperative that clinicians understand running mechanics and the potential implications of these footwear options.

For a long-shod population, shirking the shoes and incorporating barefoot running into a workout routine has become an attractive option for both competitive and part-time athletes. However, it's not ...

You've probably been hearing a lot lately about barefoot running -- e.g., this article from yesterday's New York Times-- especially from runners who have tried it and become downright evangelical.

There’s dopamine in dirt. While she’s quick to correct herself from a scientific perspective, that’s one of the ways April Pitroff Varellas puts it. “There’s chemicals in dirt that connect to dopamine ...

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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- An abrupt switch to minimal shoes or barefoot running can put youth at greater risk for injury, according to a new study from researchers at Oregon State University–Cascades's ...

I initially began pursuing the act of running barefoot and wearing more minimal running shoes over six years ago. After a series of injuries in high school, a well-meaning podiatrist convinced me that ...

Placing third at the Tiger Invitational cross-country meet last Friday was impressive enough, but Rhiannon Broyles drew a whole bunch of post-race attention because she lacked something most runners ...

If you’ve been looking to improve your running form, it might be time to check out the best zero-drop running shoes. Unlike the majority of running shoes, zero-drop shoes do not have any extra cushion ...

It's fair to say that most trail running shoes are beefier than the road variety, as they're designed to take on roots, rocks and other trail debris. Many runners use them as a winter running shoe as ...