Living Barefoot | 2011 February

Archive for February, 2011

Mistakes I’ve made on the way to becoming a barefoot runner Run Natural | Run Natural

By Al Gauthier ⋅ February 21, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

Spending time barefoot can be one of the most freeing and natural feelings you can experience. To new barefooters it’s often hard to hold back the excitement of the wonderful new sensations and far too often they go a little bit farther than they should have. We’ve all been there! Here is a post from [...]

For Women: The Barefoot Running Truth

By Al Gauthier ⋅ February 20, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

This article was originally published on: RunBare Barefoot Running School http://www.runbare.com For Women: The Barefoot Running Truth: “ Barefoot running on the golden Engineer Trail in Durango, CO. Let me first begin by assuaging a few common female concerns. I often get asked by women, ‘So, what do your feet really look like?’ with the [...]

Soft Star Shoes Annual Clearance Sale – Now 50% off! … and 70% off next week, Tuesday at Noon!

By Al Gauthier ⋅ February 16, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

Soft Star Shoes Annual Clearance Sale – Now 50% off! … and 70% off next week, Tuesday at Noon! There are still over 450 pair of beautiful shoes left in our annual clearance sale of one-of-a-kind custom kid and adult custom shoes, boots and moccasins! Prices drop today to 50%, and will drop one last time to 70% [...]

STEM Footwear Sneak Peek

By Tina Dubois ⋅ February 15, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

STEM Footwear Primal Origins Sneak Peek This is not a full review of the new STEM Footwear but a sneak peek of what’s to come. I am really excited about these new shoes. I couldn’t wait to share it with our readers. Although I haven’t had the opportunity to wear test the provided samples (they [...]

The Imprecise Art of Foot Orthotics

By Al Gauthier ⋅ February 13, 2011 ⋅ One comment

This article was originally published on: America’s Podiatrist http://www.americaspodiatrist.com The Imprecise Art of Foot Orthotics: “ The Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ) is continuing its laudable focus on foot issues with the publication of a feature article on orthotics. The review of the effectiveness of orthotic devices was highly balanced and fair, as is usual [...]

My-Happy Feet Review: “Turn Achy Feet into Happy Feet”

By Al Gauthier ⋅ February 13, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

This article was originally published on: Blog http://www.inbetweenmytoes.com/blog/ My-Happy Feet Review: “Turn Achy Feet into Happy Feet”: “ For those who go shod, My-Happy Feet are a gift to cramped up feet, helping to realign them. For those who are transitioning to minimalist shoes or going barefoot, a good stretch can provide immediate relief to [...]

Barefoot Runners Society is Back

By Al Gauthier ⋅ February 13, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

This article was originally published on: ‘Toe Girl’ Tina’s Barefoot Alternative Adventures http://toegirltina.blogspot.com/ Barefoot Runners Society is Back: “The BRS went offline for a few weeks for upgrading but it is now back online to the public. I really do enjoy reading the Gear & Footwear Forum (go figure ) and am so glad that [...]

Long Review – VFF TrekSport

By Al Gauthier ⋅ February 13, 2011 ⋅ One comment

This article was originally published on: ‘Toe Girl’ Tina’s Barefoot Alternative Adventures http://toegirltina.blogspot.com/ Long Review – VFF TrekSport: “My VFF TrekSport review just went online on Living Barefoot. Here’s the link:http://www.livingbarefoot.info/2011/02/review-vibram-fivefingers-treksport/ I am really surprised at how much I’ve worn these shoes since I got them. Usually I don’t wear VFFs that much in the [...]

Review: Vibram FiveFingers TrekSport

By Tina Dubois ⋅ February 12, 2011 ⋅ 4 comments

Review of the VFF TrekSport The TrekSport is a vegan version of the KSO Trek (made of kangaroo leather) with the same aggressive tread designed for trekking and trail running. It is made of a stretchy coconut active carbon fiber material with TPU toe protection. The TrekSport upper also features a number of padded areas [...]

ASICS Mexico 66 / Minimalist Shoe Updates

By Al Gauthier ⋅ February 12, 2011 ⋅ 2 comments

We’ve had the opportunity to discuss minimalist products with ASICS today. We contacted ASICS in the hopes that we could review the Mexico 66. This shoe has had a lot of positive response from our readers and listeners and we have been contacted on several occasions asking us to review the Mexico 66 as it [...]

Rob Lowe Vibram Five Fingers Video – Watch it while it lasts!

By Al Gauthier ⋅ February 9, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

This article was originally published on: Vibram Five Fingers News, Reviews, and Fan Forums – Birthday Shoes http://birthdayshoes.com/ Rob Lowe Vibram Five Fingers Video – Watch it while it lasts!: “ Rob Lowe gave a shoutout to Vibram Five Fingers on NBC’s Parks and Recreation. Lowe – No those are sports sandals. They are for [...]

Impulse & Footwear

By Al Gauthier ⋅ February 9, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

This article was originally published on: Blog http://www.inbetweenmytoes.com/blog/ Impulse & Footwear: “ What does impulse have to do with footwear? Sure, there is that urge to buy fancy new shoes that are on for a bargain, but I am thinking more scientifically. Impulse, the kind that 12th grade students study in Physics 30, is the [...]

Christopher McDougall: Restoring Playfulness, Joyfulness, Nakedness through Running

By Al Gauthier ⋅ February 9, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

This article was originally published on: Blog http://www.inbetweenmytoes.com/blog/ Christopher McDougall: Restoring Playfulness, Joyfulness, Nakedness through Running: “ I had to email you to tell you that I couldnt believe what I found this evening from Christopher McDougall on TED Talks. I felt like I was hearing parts of your presentation this morning all over again. I [...]

U.S. Army Outlaws Vibram Five Fingers

By Al Gauthier ⋅ February 9, 2011 ⋅ One comment

This article was originally published on: Vibram Five Fingers News, Reviews, and Fan Forums – Birthday Shoes http://birthdayshoes.com/ U.S. Army Outlaws Vibram Five Fingers: “ Here is the policy that our anonymous source forwarded us: “… Commercial running shoes do not include mininalmist shoes, light weight track/road racing flats, racing spikes, toe shoes, or shoes [...]

Soft Star Shoes is Having a Sale!!!

By Al Gauthier ⋅ February 5, 2011 ⋅ One comment

Soft Star Shoes Annual Sale has Started! 25% to 70% off – prices drop each week It is time for our annual clearance sale of one-of-a-kind custom kid and adult custom shoes, boots and moccasins! This is a great time to buy ahead for your kiddos, stock up on gift items, or treat yourself to a special [...]

The Living Barefoot Show: Episode 27: We Interview VIVOBAREFOOT – What’s New for 2011

By Al Gauthier ⋅ February 3, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

Living Barefoot Show for: Feb 1st, 2011 Episode 27 An Interview with the VIVOBAREFOOT Team: Sabra Ellingson, US Operations Director, Amy Schrader, Director of US Wholesale ,Michelle Hinsvark, US Marketing Executive. We talk about what’s to come from VIVOBAREFOOT an an exciting lineup for the spring / summer, and fall of 2011 [Audio clip: view full [...]

VIVOBAREFOOT 40% Off Sale!!!

By Al Gauthier ⋅ February 3, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

VIVOBAREFOOT Semi-Anual 40% Off Sale! VIVOBAREFOOT is having a season-end SALE. MOST Models are 40% Off. Click the banner below to visit the site, then use the discount code: SALE40 The sale ends February 21, 2011 GMT. Offer excludes VIVOBAREFOOT Neo. Discount code only applies online for customers within the US and Canada. This is [...]

The Easiest Way to Learn How to Step Lightly

By Al Gauthier ⋅ February 1, 2011 ⋅ One comment

This article was originally published on: Naturally Engineered http://naturallyengineered.com/blog The Easiest Way to Learn How to Step Lightly: “Run quietly, step lightly. Whether you are running or walking, barefoot or in shoes, it should be your goal to take lighter steps. Lighter steps mean you are impacting the ground with less force. Think of [...]