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So, are all running shoes evil? There is amble evidence that for most people, shoes are a significant evil, causing a variety of injuries. For a few, they are able to run correctly in traditional running shoes. But even for those people, they are probably slower and less efficient due to the extra weight.
== Barefoot Running and Primal Minimalist Running ==
The alternative to running in traditional running shoes is barefoot running and primal minimalist running. Barefoot running is pretty obvious; it's running without shoes. Primal Minimalist running is inspired by the Tarahumara Indians in Mexico, made famous by the book 'Born to Run'. The Tarahumara run vast distances in sandals made of deerskin or sections of car tires. Primal Minimalist running is to run in shoes that are very minimal, with no cushioning. Both barefoot and primal minimalist running create a running style that is natural and efficient. The body then absorbs the running motion in the way that it has for millennia. This barefoot/primal minimalist running style is very similar to Chi Running or the POSE method. The Chi/POSE methods teach the conscious mind a new way of running, which you then practice. The barefoot/primal minimalist running approach seems to bypass the conscious mind and taps into the instinctive ability to run correctly.
== What does this mean to you? ==
If you are a runner and had any running injuries, I would strongly recommend that you try either barefoot or primal minimalist running.
If you are a runner who has never been injured, I would suggest you try either barefoot or primal minimalist running. You may find that it improves your speed, efficiency and more importantly, your love of running.
If you are not a runner, but would like to get fit, lose weight or live longer, running is a great way of achieving these goals. Just remember that barefoot and primal minimalist is a better way.
== What's next? See Also==* [[Minimalist Running Footwear]]* [[The Journey to Minimalist Running]]* [[Toughening Feet]]* [[Minimalist Running Links]]* [[Modified Nike Free]]
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