Title

Running Barefoot or in Minimalist Shoes: Evidence or Conjecture?

Authors

Authors

C. Rothschild

Comments

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Abbreviated Journal Title

Strength Cond. J.

Keywords

barefoot running; shod running; running training; minimalist shoe; LONG-DISTANCE RUNNERS; RECREATIONAL RUNNERS; FOOTWEAR AFFECTS; RISK-FACTORS; INJURIES; ANKLE; MUSCLES; KINEMATICS; PREVENTION; STIFFNESS; Sport Sciences

Abstract

Running barefoot or in minimalist footwear has become a popular trend. Whether this trend is supported by evidence or conjecture has yet to be determined. This article will review the biomechanical differences between running barefoot and in shoes that have been identified in the literature. It will also provide an evidence-based preparatory exercise program for the individual transitioning to the barefoot style of running.

Journal Title

Strength and Conditioning Journal

Volume

34

Issue/Number

2

Publication Date

1-1-2012

Document Type

Article

DOI Link

http://dx.doi.org/10.1519/SSC.0b013e318241b15e

Language

English

First Page

8

Last Page

17

WOS Identifier

WOS:000302138600002

ISSN

1524-1602

Recommended Citation

"Running Barefoot or in Minimalist Shoes: Evidence or Conjecture?" (2012). Faculty Bibliography 2010s. 3216.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/facultybib2010/3216