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June 9th, 2014 archives

Let’s Explore: Barefoot Running

June 9, 2014 by ActionPT
Barefoot running is simply running in thin-soled shoes or without shoes. The most common justifications for barefoot running are that it is the "natural" way of running, it prevents injury, it makes you run faster, and it strengthens the muscles of your feet. So are these claims true?