Should I consider barefoot training?
In recent years, barefoot training and minimalist footwear have become increasingly popular topics of discussion, particularly within the fitness and physical therapy communities. This trend can be attributed to several factors, including the rise of minimalist footwear options such as the Nike Free and Vibram FiveFingers, as well as the influence of the best-selling book Born to Run. The book highlights the indigenous Tarahumara tribe of Mexico, who are known for running barefoot over hundreds of miles with incredible endurance and minimal injury.