Barefoot running has become a growing trend among Americans focused on healthy lifestyle habits, fitness, and functional training. Coaches and wellness experts agree that running without shoes, when ...

It was 2011 the first time I tried to run in barefoot shoes. I was in my mid-20s, healthy and averaging about 20 miles a week. Born to Run was on my bookshelf (of course), and I had a brand-new pair ...

Modern running shoes deliver speed and comfort via carbon fiber plates and towering midsoles. When you strip all that away, you’re left with almost nothing separating your feet from the ground—a.k.a.

It may be time to ditch your shoes, according to some fitness experts and athletes. Well, while lifting, at least. Want to know more about barefoot training and whether it's right for you? Below, ...