Been starting to more seriously incorporate running into the workout routine, and this came out the day after I got some cushy-ass running shoes. Lol
My knees are generally the weakest link in my running ability. Do we think splitting running time between normal, cushioned shoes and barefoot shoes would still be a net positive (i.e. better sometimes than never)? Or is it possible that alternating between the two would negate the benefits of using barefoot shoes by making it harder for my body to adjust?
I'm not an expert, but I think any time spent in barefoot shoes is probably a net positive. I'm still not quite at 50-50 yet—I probably spend more time walking in them than actually running—but I can feel the strength building in my feet and legs, if that makes sense.
Makes total sense! I saw the line in the article about not switching to barefoot shoes full-time and wasn’t sure if you meant ALL the time or as your full-time running shoes.
Appreciate the reply and clarification! I’ll probably pick up a pair to walk the dog in and see if I can work up to running in them ~once a week or so. Thanks Chris!
Been starting to more seriously incorporate running into the workout routine, and this came out the day after I got some cushy-ass running shoes. Lol
My knees are generally the weakest link in my running ability. Do we think splitting running time between normal, cushioned shoes and barefoot shoes would still be a net positive (i.e. better sometimes than never)? Or is it possible that alternating between the two would negate the benefits of using barefoot shoes by making it harder for my body to adjust?
I'm not an expert, but I think any time spent in barefoot shoes is probably a net positive. I'm still not quite at 50-50 yet—I probably spend more time walking in them than actually running—but I can feel the strength building in my feet and legs, if that makes sense.
Makes total sense! I saw the line in the article about not switching to barefoot shoes full-time and wasn’t sure if you meant ALL the time or as your full-time running shoes.
Appreciate the reply and clarification! I’ll probably pick up a pair to walk the dog in and see if I can work up to running in them ~once a week or so. Thanks Chris!
Good luck dude! Hope it goes well 🫡
Hell yeah