Barefoot Running

In recent years, the growing trend of barefoot running has started a debate among athletes and doctors.

• Doctors and athletes agree on the issues about barefoot running.

• Barefoot running has gained popularity.

Some experts note that certain injuries that are common to shoe wearing athletes are rare among barefoot running athletes.

• Barefoot running athletes get less injuries.

• Shoe wearing athletes run more safely.

Researchers say that running barefoot encourages runners to land more on the front part of the foot rather than the heel, which is most people do when they run in shoes.

• In running with shoes, there is more pressure on the heel.

• In barefoot running, the pressure is on the heel.

According to a study, the level of energy saving in barefoot running is equal to what can be achieved after six weeks of training in running shoes.

• Both types of running wastes the same level of energy.

• Barefoot running saves more energy.

• Shoe wearing running saves more energy.

Persistent pain in the heels and lower back might be a sign that your running form needs adjusting.

• Stop running if you have any pain.

• Wear shoes if you have any pain.

• Change your running style if you have any pain.