How running changed taking off the shoes and going barefoot

This pretty much sums it up

Positive side effects of BF Running

• My balance improved, Core work helped there too
• Chronic Shin Splints went away after 7 years steady
• Calf trigger points have disappeared, better hydration may be helping as is foam roller
• Knee pain is gone. Have bad knees, meniscus tears. No pain now
• I smile when I run
• My form has dramatically improved. I am a puller not a pusher
• Oddly, my shoulders don't hurt after long runs. Probably form related
• My heart rate during running is 20 beats lower than when I wore shoes. Could be I run more now.
• Having the time of my life

Negative side effects of BF Running

• Ankles are still adjusting. Posterior Tibial Tendon still inflames occasionally but getting better. Too much too soon did some insult that is not clearing quickly
• People think I am weird, but I guess that was pre-existing

AKA Scooter- The Barefoot Buddha

via Have a medical condition or running-related injury that somehow cleared up when ditching the shoes? Please share! | Barefoot Runners Society.

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