The New York Times magazine had an article this Sunday (11/06/11) about the benefits of barefoot or minimal shoe running.  It talks about getting back to the way humans ran long ago, and kids run today until we teach them a 'better' way.

Great article.  Shows you how.  They mentioned the first company to come out with footwear that helps.  I went to vivobarefoot.com and saw lots of cool shoes, but they also offer a VEGAN option when searching their line.  Just thought it was worth a shout out.

I have vibram five finger shoes. I am not up to running in them, but I do short hikes in them. They are quite liberating to wear! I was the kind of kid that didn't wear shoes at all during the summer and HATED having to wear shoes again come September. lol

Mary

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