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* Listen to your feet. A loud slapping sound is a bad sign.
* Find your own style. Most peoples' biomechanics are naturally much better with minimalist running than running in traditional [[Shoes]]. When minimalist running, you can't land on your heel without it hurting. However, don't force yourself up on your toes. Let your body and mind try different things to find out what works for you. Some folks seem to run on their forefoot, but many land on their midfoot.
* People who have a forefoot style for minimalist running will often find their calves become sore. It will take time for these [[Muscle|muscles ]] to build up.
* Keep your [[Cadence]] high. A short, rapid stride is the natural way of running. You'll probably do this naturally, so don't fight it.
* Lean forward. One approach is to stand upright, then lean forward until you have to start running to prevent yourself landing on your face. A slight forward lean seems to work well.