You don’t actually need to run in them to benefit. In fact, wearing them when not running might be the better option.

Explore the surprising benefits and trade-offs of barefoot running and whether this popular trend truly builds stronger legs.

Barefoot running involves foregoing modern heavily-cushioned footwear, and either running completely unshod, or with barefoot running shoes that let you feel the ground beneath your toes while ...

Barefoot running has been an on-off trend for decades. It’s also a subject with two sides: those that believe barefoot running is good for you and others who report the opposite. We take a look at the ...

For a long-shod population, shirking the shoes and incorporating barefoot running into a workout routine has become an attractive option for both competitive and part-time athletes. However, it's not ...

Barefoot running and minimalist shoes offer less heel-cushioning. It is postulated that when an RFS runner changes from a traditional shoe to a minimalist shoe (or no shoe), landing on the heel will ...

DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I read your response to a runner who complained of heel pain, and I was appalled that you gave advice that would only worsen his situation. "Well-cushioned shoes and heel inserts" do ...

LONDON (Reuters) - Despite the cold and many other potential hazards, naked from the ankle down is the way Anna Toombs likes it, and she gets plenty of catcalls in the street as a result. The ...

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With the increasing popularity of minimalist footwear and barefoot running, it is imperative that clinicians understand running mechanics and the potential implications of these footwear options.