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How to Transition to Running in Vibram Five Fingers — Let Your Skin be the Guide!

How to Transition to Running in Vibram Five Fingers — Let Your Skin be the Guide!

Pro-tip — Before you take off in your brand new Vibram Five Fingers, seriously consider going barefoot first. Build stronger feet and diminish your risk of injury. Chances are you’ve just purchased your first pair of Five Fingers, or are conside…

Pants on the Ground? A cheap and quick fix to stop jeans from dragging behind your heels while wearing Vibram Five Fingers and other Minimalist Shoes.

Pants on the Ground? A cheap and quick fix to stop jeans from dragging behind your heels while wearing Vibram Five Fingers and other Minimalist Shoes.

A quick fix/minimalist shoe or Vibram Five Fingers hack to keep the hem of your pants from dragging on the ground behind your heel, a common problem when you take away the heel as is the case with most barefoot-style shoes.

An Introduction to ChiRunning®A Natural Running Form

An Introduction to ChiRunning®A Natural Running Form

An introduction to ChiRunning, a natural running method that be used in conjunction with minimalist or barefoot running, written by Certified ChiRunning instructor David Stretanski.

Cut the Cord - Vibram Five Fingers Classics Strap Removal [modification]

Cut the Cord - Vibram Five Fingers Classics Strap Removal [modification]

Some have wondered how a pair of Classic Vibram Five Fingers would function if you removed the elastic bungee cord strap that cinches behind the heel — is it possible? Advisable? Will the Classic Vibrams stay on your feet? Learn more about this permanent modification.

Vibram Five Fingers Reviews 'round the Web

Vibram Five Fingers Reviews 'round the Web

A comprehensive list of Vibram Five Fingers reviews gathered from around the internet including reviews on Classic, Sprint, KSO (Keep Stuff Out), Flow, KSO Trek, Moc, and Performa reviews.

Barefoot Running Ultramarathons: Possible? Of course!

Barefoot Running Ultramarathons: Possible? Of course!

Jason Robillard discusses the advantages (and disadvantages) to barefoot running (or minimalist shoes running) an ultramarathon -- things like moisture control, proprioception, and injury prevention!

Vivo Barefoot Evo Barefoot Running Shoe Review

Vivo Barefoot Evo Barefoot Running Shoe Review

A review and first look at the new barefoot running shoe from Terra Plana, the Vivo Barefoot Evo, which provides a minimalist shoe with no arch support that fosters a natural running form.

The Pose Method of Running - An Introduction

How to Run in Minimalist Footwear (a.k.a. "Barefoot Shoes")

The Pose Method of Running - An Introduction

A overview and introduction to Dr. Nicholas Romanov's Pose Method of Running by Barefoot Benny. Includes tips and common running errors as well as an introductory drill and links to additional resources.

Reviewing the Vivo Barefoot Aqua from Terra Plana

Reviewing the Vivo Barefoot Aqua from Terra Plana

The market for "barefoot shoes" is small. It's in this context that it doesn't take long to discover the main minimalist footwear options and manufacturers. You've got Vibram Five Fingers, but you've also got companies like FeelMax or perhaps you're he…

Meet Tuck's Shoes. Custom Russell Moccasins / Minimalist Shoes

Meet Tuck's Shoes. Custom Russell Moccasins / Minimalist Shoes

Custom minimalist shoes based on an almost forgotten, foot-friendly last — the Munson Last.

the Beginner's Guide to Vibram Five Fingers

the Beginner's Guide to Vibram Five Fingers

How-to guide to Vibram Five Fingers for beginners, this free PDF talks about the background to the barefoot running movement; the standard Vibram shoes - Sprint, KSO, and Classics; sizing and fit; where to buy; and links to user reviews and photos.

Results of Daniel Lieberman Barefoot Running Research

Results of Daniel Lieberman Barefoot Running Research

Daniel Lieberman's research into impact forces experienced while forefoot-striking or heel-striking, full round-up coverage of all the press surrounding the research release.