Serious runners agree that wearing the right shoe is very important. Wearing the wrong shoe can cause discomfort and even injuries. But what if wearing no shoes while running was an option? Common sense tells us that wearing shoes protect and support our feet. Believe it or not, some runners are now choosing to run without shoes. These runners believe that barefoot running provides several benefits such as reducing foot injuries, strengthening the feet, arches, and knees, and also providing the satisfying natural feeling of your feet on the ground. Do a search on the Internet and you will quickly discover that barefoot runners are very passionate about their decision to leave their shoes at home!
Barefoot running is just now becoming more popular in the United States, but Kenyan runners have competed barefoot in marathons for several years. Although Kenyan runners have had much success with barefoot running, podiatrists are not yet ready to give all patients the OK to run regularly barefoot. Even the most advanced runner in a safe environment can be the victim of an unexpected sharp rock. The benefits of barefoot running may seem tempting, but there is simply not enough research that compares the long term benefits and risks of running with and without shoes.
Barefoot running is not for everyone. For instance, diabetics and patients who experience numbness of the feet should ALWAYS wear proper shoes when running. If you want to know if barefoot running is a safe option for you, set up an appointment at the Affiliated Foot & Ankle Center, LLP. We can examine your feet and provide you with professional advice to help you make a better choice about barefoot running. The Affiliated Foot & Ankle Center, LLP has locations at Howell, Edison, and Monroe, New Jersey.
Remember, like most exercises, barefoot running is something that will require practice, so be patient and ease into the technique. Keep in mind that there are also new types of shoes such as Nike Free and Vibram Five Fingers that can give you that natural feeling without going shoeless. No matter how you feel about the subject now, barefoot running is certainly a trend to watch. With continued interest and more research, barefoot running may prove to be a safer, healthier, and cheaper alternative to running with shoes.
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