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Try running barefoot on grass (or, if you live near a beach, sand) instead of concrete -- much better on the joints!
by bcantrill 12y ago
Try running barefoot on grass (or, if you live near a beach, sand) instead of concrete -- much better on the joints!
- kazinator 12y agoSure, until you step on something sharp hiding in that grass, like broken glass.
- nl 12y agoIf that's stopping you, try something like the Merrell Trail Glove or the New Balance Minimus. You get good sharp protection but pretty much zero padding and very minimal heel drop.
- moron4hire 12y agoBarefoot running is mostly just a trade off of one type of injuries for another. And it's not just "use no/special shoes". It requires learning a different way to run. If you run "normally" you're going to severely hurt yourself.
- lwh 12y agoAvoiding road/sidewalk can make a huge difference for beginners.