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Running Barefoot or in Minimal Footwear

1 October, 2011 In Daniel Lieberman's Skeletal Biology Lab, we have been investigating the biomechanics of endurance running, comparing habitually barefoot runners with runners who normally run in modern running shoes... [READ MORE]

Foot strike patterns and collision forces in habitually barefoot versus shod runners

28 January, 2010 Here we show that habitually barefoot endurance runners often land on the fore-foot (fore-foot strike) before bringing down the heel. [READ MORE]

Why Running shoes do not work: Looking at Pronation, Cushioning, Motion Control and Barefoot running.

1 January, 2010 Why Running shoes do not work: Looking at Pronation, Cushioning, Motion Control and Barefoot running.
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Running Shoes May Cause Damage to Knees, Hips and Ankles, New Study Suggests

1 December, 2009 Running, although it has proven cardiovascular and other health benefits, can increase stresses on the joints of the leg. [READ MORE]