So, most of you who are involved in the various forms of running will have heard of this. Especially amongst trail runners, barefoot running seems to be generating intense debate. Some love it, and some seem to be unable to do a decent amount of mileage without the help of a cushioned shoe.
While I agree with many of the principles of barefoot running, you will not see me running on the road barefoot!
However, there is enough literature and talk out there to intrigue me. So I've decided to give it a try.
According to the fundis, the way to do it is gradually, concentrating on a very short stride and a forefoot strike, and with absolutely no footwear whatsoever. So my return to training will be perfect, and if it works, the barefoot running should be a great way to rehab my achilles tendon, which took a battering during Dusi training.
I'll post more as I progress, and will be sure to give a verdict.
And if you want to join me out training, the Kings Park Outer Fields and Windsor Park Golf course it is!
While I agree with many of the principles of barefoot running, you will not see me running on the road barefoot!
However, there is enough literature and talk out there to intrigue me. So I've decided to give it a try.
According to the fundis, the way to do it is gradually, concentrating on a very short stride and a forefoot strike, and with absolutely no footwear whatsoever. So my return to training will be perfect, and if it works, the barefoot running should be a great way to rehab my achilles tendon, which took a battering during Dusi training.
I'll post more as I progress, and will be sure to give a verdict.
And if you want to join me out training, the Kings Park Outer Fields and Windsor Park Golf course it is!
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