went against doctors orders

Still a good job, Steve!

I am going to run the Grey Ghost 5k again this year for sure, and maybe another one if I can.

I actually just ordered some Vibram FiveFingers shoes and am gonna give them a try and see what they are like.  I haven't run in months, so since I will have to start slow and build back up with these new shoes (Essentially running barefoot) no time like the present, right?


Edited by -DRM- - 02 June 2010 at 2:49am

-DRM- wrote: Still a good job, Steve! I am going to run the Grey Ghost 5k again this year for sure, and maybe another one if I can. I actually just ordered some Vibram FiveFingers shoes and am gonna give them a try and see what they are like.  I haven't run in months, so since I will have to start slow and build back up with these new shoes (Essentially running barefoot) no time like the present, right?

NOT4HWY wrote: That's right David-get running! I saw several people with shoes like you have and wondered how they would feel -report back with an update. My plan for the race was just to run a 10min/mile until the end and step it up for the .2 - cleared mile 5 right at 50min., but I had nothing left in the gas tank for the last mile.

I read the book "Born to Run" last spring (I recommend it, BTW), and ever since then the concept of barefoot (or nearly) has really intrigued me.  After a lot of research, I decided the VFF's might just be the ticket for my uses.

Not just running, I was looking for a good lightweight river/kayak shoe, as well as some light trekking.

I will definitely report back how it works when it comes to running.  Our bodies were designed to run - and I just can't see how current running shoes are promoting proper foot placement or use.