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Gait 101: Learning to Run More Naturally 27 Aug 2013 | 08:43 am
by Dr. Phil Maffetone. Many beginning runners remark about how much they enjoy the new experience. They care little about the nuances regarding form, technique, or proper gait. As long as they are mo...
The Media Want You to Believe that Barefoot Running is Bad for You! 22 Aug 2013 | 11:41 am
The mainstream media’s love affair with barefoot running was short-lived. Coinciding with the success of Born to Run, when chronically injured runners began kicking off their coffin-like kicks, and go...
Documentary on Mountain Runner Anton Krupicka; and Freedom’s Run 20 Aug 2013 | 05:18 pm
I am looking forward to seeing the new documentary, “In The High Country”, which is the result of a yearlong collaboration between mountain runner Anton Krupicka and filmmaker Joel Wolpert. The 30-min...
Shoe Review: Racing in the Newton Running MV3 20 Aug 2013 | 01:17 pm
by Nick Pang, NRC Shoe Review Editor. I recently reviewed the Newton EnergyNR, a bridging and transitioning shoe for runners who want to experience the unique technology platform and ride found onl...
Quick Tips: 10 Ways Barefoot Running Resets the Body 7 Aug 2013 | 02:01 pm
1. The feet become thicker and softer. 2. The skin, muscles, bones, and tendons have become more resistant to injury. 3. The skin becomes tough and pliable so it can shape around objects. 4. Running a...
Early Look at New Running Shoes from Summer Outdoor Retailer Show 5 Aug 2013 | 02:30 pm
Summer Outdoor Retailer 2013 trade show in Salt Lake City just finished and most shoe companies have announced their Spring 2014 models. Some of these models won’t be available until December or Janua...
Natural, Minimalist Golf: New Book by Dr. Phil Maffetone 5 Aug 2013 | 01:11 am
As a recreational golfer, it was with great anticipation that I received Dr. Phil Maffetone’s new book in the mail. In a departure of Phil’s previous titles, this one was centered on golf. Phil’s wor...
“Naturally Respect Your Feet”: Interview with Podiatrist Dr. Ray McClanahan 31 Jul 2013 | 04:33 am
Portland, Oregon-based Podiatrist Dr. Ray McClanahan is a rarity in his profession. He considers conventional treatment such as orthotics and surgery as a final-resort option for his patients. Instead...
“Posing” the Question of Proper Running Form: Natural Running vs. Pose Method 30 Jul 2013 | 06:34 am
Natural running is not some ideal, archetypal running form; it’s what happens when you let your own body figure out what works best for you when you minimize interference between the foot and the grou...
The Split-Toe Running Shoe: Topo Athletic RR Racing Shoe Reviewed 22 Jul 2013 | 04:38 am
by Nick Pang, The long awaited product launch of Tony Post’s (ex-CEO of Vibram FiveFingers) new company, Topo Athletic, which was previewed last April, is finally here. Topo Athletic called their appr...
