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My 2013 Famous Potato Partially Barefoot First Half Marathon

Before this first-ever half marathon, I had run the distance (or slightly more) a few times.  But I had never felt that I had conquered those last 4 miles.  They always seemed to take a lot of mental effort to complete, mostly because my legs would be giving out.  Over half of these longer training [...]

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The Accidental Barefoot Runner – From Zero Running to Barefoot Marathon in 10 Months and Beyond

When 15 year old Chandler Prohl’s mom signed him up for the 2012 Race to Robie Creek half marathon (13.1 miles) he was not a runner.  His mom had run several races, including a couple of half marathons, though, and would give him training guidance. But Chandler had always hated shoes.  Since he thought he [...]

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Barefoot Runners Compare Soles in Idaho on International Barefoot Running Day 2013

Sunday, May 5, 2013 at 1 PM was the largest known gathering of barefoot runners and walkers in Idaho.  A wide range of  experience was represented.  The group of 9 people spent most of the hour exchanging barefoot stories, then completed a 1/2 mile run.  The run was across grass in hard packed soil and [...]

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How Fast Can You Run Barefoot

Will you or I ever be able to run fast when running barefoot?  This is a question asked by basically two categories of people:  those who picture all bare feet as soft and tender, and those who are just beginning to run with bare feet.  The answer is:  It depends.  Does the person have the [...]

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The Idaho BRS Chapter International Barefoot Running Day Event at Osborne Park in Nampa

May 5, 2013 is International Barefoot Running Day (IBRD). Barefoot running and minimalist shoe running enthusiasts all over the world will be meeting a various locations to run, inspire, and offer information to those who might be interested. The Idaho Chapter of the Barefoot Runners Society (BRS, see link in sidebar) will be meeting at Osborne [...]

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