The idea that running barefoot might be good for you took off in 2009 when Christopher McDougall, a journalist, published a ...

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I grew up doing ballet and currently attend dance class four to five times a week, alternating between hip-hop, modern, and high-energy-cardio classes. I prefer to dance barefoot when I can because it ...

I’ve been wearing barefoot shoes exclusively for over a decade, on everything from thru-hikes to winter overnights to hours-long urban hikes. Over the years, my feet have become accustomed to the ...

I've been a fan of barefoot-style shoes since I first tried them years ago. There is something primal about walking barefoot outside – the sensation is like no other. However, as much as I like the ...

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