Category Archives: ANKLE AND FOOT

Heel Pain

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Brad McIntosh

Heel pain is one of the most common issues in sports medicine. It can be really frustrating, as it’s very difficult to get away from a sore foot! There are probably 5 likely scenarios and I guess the only way … Continue reading →

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Barefoot

Posted on October 7, 2012 by Stuart Baptist

Theres a big trend towards barefoot running and theres been a few articles already written by the staff here highlighting the pro’s and cons. Personally I think it’s a good concept providing that mechanically you are sound PRIOR to starting … Continue reading →

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The barefoot movement: MBT shoes

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Kerry Jacobs

Every now and then I am asked the same question: so what do you think about those “insert name of barefoot running shoe here”. MBT shoes are the original unstable or “barefoot” shoe design, named so after “Masai Barefoot Technology”. … Continue reading →

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Fivefinger running – have you tried it?!

Posted on July 21, 2011 by Ailish Toomey

Vibram fivefingers are designed to recreate the experience and natural sensation of running barefoot Studies have shown that when running barefoot, you naturally land on the forefoot, directly below your center of gravity. This can improve balance, increase stability, decrease … Continue reading →