Barefoot Running Shoes

Barefoot Running Shoes

Barefoot running, also called "natural running", is the act of running without footwear. Throughout human history, running barefoot was the natural way to run, and cultures such as the Tarahumara people in Mexico still practice it today. Barefoot running became popular in the latter half of the 20th century, as notable Olympic runners such as Abebe Bikila, Bruce Tulloh, and Zola Budd participated barefoot. Scientific research into the practice of running barefoot has not reached a clear consensus regarding its risks or its benefits. While shoes provide necessary foot protection from cuts, bruises, and the weather, proponents of barefoot running argue that it offers benefits and is healthier for the feet by reducing the risk of chronic injuries (notably repetitive stress injuries) due to the impact of heel striking in padded running shoes. Our bodies are naturally designed for running, as throughout much of history it was an essential skill for survival. Shoes weren’t always around and they were usually non-essential. In the absence of shoes the human body works with the terrain to protect itself, its joints, its skin and to produce the fastest speeds possible. Many people today still find shoes unnecessary for everyday activities, including running. Some of the top award-winning runners in the world win competitions barefoot, and have often gone shoeless all their lives. 

Barefoot Running Shoes

Barefoot Running Shoes

Barefoot Running Shoes

Barefoot Running Shoes

Barefoot Running Shoes

Barefoot Running Shoes

Barefoot Running Shoes

Barefoot Running Shoes

Barefoot Running Shoes