A Podiatrist's Barefoot Running Blog (Part 5)

Another short update from Dr. Randy Beckman and his experience running in the Vibram Five Fingers:

I was in the country with my wife this weekend and we decided to go for a short run, kinda slow, but in the hills. I wore the five fingers from the beginning of the run and we ran for 2 ½ miles. I certainly felt some soreness in my right Achilles after the run. It was interesting to feel more pain when going downhill vs uphill. Also, the next 2 days my feet were pretty sore, making Monday’s run difficult.

Beckman out!

You can learn more about Dr. Beckman at www.TxFootDoctor.com. I thank him for continuing to share his experiences and look forward to more.

A Podiatrist's Barefoot Running Blog (Part 4)

Another quick update from Dr. Randy Beckman and his experience running in the Vibram Five Fingers:

Went running this weekend in the Hill country of Texas. Got in 2 pretty good runs and wore the Five Fingers for 1 mile each of the runs. No real foot/leg problems yet, except for Saturday morning early, when running in the park, I saw 1 armadillo, 6 deer, and one skunk!! Yes, I got sprayed by the skunk! After washing myself 3 times, and my clothes 2 times, I finally got the smell out. I also used a local concoction of peroxide, baking soda, and Dawn on my shoes. Will keep on running.

Beckman out.

You can learn more about Dr. Beckman at www.TxFootDoctor.com. I thank him for continuing to share his experiences and look forward to more.