A lot of people tend to use Minimalist shoes to help treat Plantar Fasciitis. The theory is, that if you bring your foot to a more natural state it will help cure the plantar fasciitis. I am not a big fan of the Minimalist treatment for Plantar Fasciitis. I think orthotics, insoles, NSAIDs, and cortisone …
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Finding the right minimalist shoe that will be comfortable when you have flat feet can be difficult. And let’s face it these are barefoot running shoes. They are not going to provide much in the manner of arch support. What you want is a shoe that will mold to the shape of your foot and …
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So, you believe in minimalist running and want to see what other shoes are available in minimalist. Do they make a Golf Shoe? The answer is yes. Vibram Five Fingers does make a golf shoe. The Golf shoe provides the same comfort you get from five fingers while running and transfers it to the form of …
Can you wear orthotics with minimalist shoes? The answer is yes. But only certain minimalist shoes can tolerate and have the room to comfortably fit an orthotic. What you want is a minimalist shoe with a removable insole. If the shoe does not have a removable insole, you will be unable to fit an orthotic …
You are probably thinking since I have minimalist shoes, I cannot wear an orthotic or insole. For the most part you would be correct. The size and thickness of most orthotics makes them almost impossible to fit into a pair of minimalist shoes. Now would you be defeating the purpose of minimalist shoes by purchasing …
Barefoot running or minimalist shoes are the latest running fad. The thought process behind them is to give the gait a more natural flow to decrease injuries. But, what if your feet are wide? What barefoot or minimalist sneakers or shoes are options? Below I have listed some of the best minimalist shoes for wide …
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Barefoot running or minimalist running is the latest running craze. The theory being that having a natural flow to your foot will reduce running injuries. I disagree with this assesment and recommend regular running shoes. But, if you want to give minimalist running a try, go for it. A lot of barefoot runners have bunions …
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Barefoot or Minimalist running is the recent fad in running circles. I am a Podiatrist, and personally disagree that this is the best way to run or jog. I believe a traditional running shoe is safer and more biomechinically sound than a minimalist shoe. But I digress, I wrote this article to give my opinion …
