Wow. I didn't realize it's been yet another month since I've posted. Life sure does have a tendency to get away from us.
As of late, I've been on a bit of a running kick. I guess it's because it's where my whole journey to health and wellness began. Before weights, before the gym, and WAY before Crossfit ever entered my life... I ran. And I ran for various reasons, 1 being that it was the only time I got to go and be on my own to "think", and the 2nd reason being that I thought I was being "super fit" by doing so.
As the years have gone by, I've learned a lot about running. The 5K's and 10K's of the past where I ran with the most ridiculous shoes, are gone, and minimalist/barefoot running has become my norm.
Recently I came across a great article on the benefits of barefoot running and wearing minimalist shoes. I can say 1st hand that making the switch was one of the best things for my body (my knees and ankles especially) and I can't seem to bring myself back to wearing the "old" shoes. Take a gander at the article here: Wellness Mama - Barefoot Running
My favorite brand of Barefoot running shoes is by far the offerings of New Balance. They offer a Road Running, Trail Running, and a Walking shoe - all within their minimalist family. Check out their offerings here: NB Minimus
Here's to a Spring/Summer full of the open road with nothing but your two feet to carry you down it.
Enjoy! :-)
