Monthly Archives: July 2009

30th July — Barefoot run 2

By GC | Published: July 30, 2009

This time I decide to be a little more controlled. Fortunately I have access to a treadmill and so I thought this would be a good way to ensure I didn’t run any further than I had to… Continue reading

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29th July — 5k race in Asics Cumulus.

By GC | Published: July 29, 2009

Feet feel ok.

Increased speed means my feet are a little more sore than I thought, and I’m aware of a correction taking place to protect the sore areas, i.e. my feet are reducing their tendency to land on the… Continue reading

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28th July — Easy 5 mile road run in Asics Cumulus shoes.

By GC | Published: July 28, 2009

Just a gentle run wearing old, cushioned, but not supportive shoes.

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The first barefoot run — 25th July

By GC | Published: July 25, 2009

This was my first run barefoot on a tarmac road.

It’s a country lane with quite a smooth surface, although fairly coarse in places — no loose stones or gravel. The run was just short of 2… Continue reading

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Barefoot Running — Introduction

By GC | Published: July 23, 2009

Why a section on here about running barefoot?

Like many people, I have read Christopher McDougal’s excellent book, Born to Run.

Aside from the fascinating story, the information and ideas contained in the book have been… Continue reading

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