Think you can’t run an ultra-marathon? Well, think again. Maybe your limitations aren’t what you imagine them to be. I just had a great chat with ultra-runners, Jonathan Sinclair and Melissa Gosse that I know you’ll love, whether you ever plan to run an ultra or not. Watch the webinar and you’ll learn: Do you […]
Even though Xero Shoes cost MUCH less than any similar product, especially with our 5,000 mile sole warranty, I know that for some people the price of Xero Shoes is more than they have. Well, here’s a way you can get a pair for free š Let us know how you do with this “magical […]
The recent “Special Report” inĀ Men’s Health about barefoot running has inspired me to help you make a career change. You, too, can write an article about barefoot running that will appear in a major newpaper, magazine, or television show, if you do the following. Ten Steps to writing a popular barefoot running article Open with […]
I had an intense sprinting workout 2 days ago, followed by an even more intense weight lifting workout and this morning I can barely walk. Even more, I did a minor tweak of something in my ankle which I’m noticing as I walk on my treadmill (I have a treadmill desk). As I’m walking, I […]
Which of the shoes, below, have you worn? I’ll never forget my first pair of Nike Waffle Trainers. I can’t recall exactly how old I was, 10-12?, but I remember putting the red nylon shoes on my feet, walking out of the shoe store (wow, remember when you used to go to ONE shoe store […]
Ande has a fun, funky no-toe, no-thong tying style. (Actually, she has two, and this is the first). Note the added bling withĀ beads
Okay, it doesn’t get more minimal than this (hence the name). Arguably, this is even more minimalist than the Ultra-Minimalist Hitch since there’s no knot. Our first customer service manager, Bill Babcock, came up with this idea, and he uses it for running 100+ miles/week. To make this style, you’ll need 2 “Crow Beads” (available […]
I’m a total fitness geek. I’m always on the lookout for a new workout, a new exercise, a new challenge. I’m also an efficiency geek. I like things that give the maximum bang for the minimum buck, if you will. And, I’m a sprinter, so I pay the most attention to anything that will make […]
I got a call today from someone asking: I’m a triathlete, and I love the idea of barefoot running, or using your sandals… but how quickly can I put these on and then run with them? The time to transition between biking and running is important to me. And once they’re on, will they fall […]
It is estimated that around 10% of the population suffers from heel pain caused by plantar fasciitis. Interestingly, though the condition is quite common, we donāt know as much as you might expect about what causes it and how to treat it. I often hear from runners who have switched to barefoot-style running that they […]