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Could Running be Adding Stress to Your Life? 8 Feb 2011 | 07:57 pm
The Downside of Running Is it just me, or do you also experience a wide swing of emotions after running? I know many people experience a “runners’ high” – that rush of endorphins that leaves you happ...
Invisible Shoes – First Attempt 5 Feb 2011 | 01:59 pm
Invisible Shoes Huarache Sandals I have to admit that I really, really wanted the Invisible Shoes huaraches to work out for me. I loved the idea of a thin-soled, open sandal. The idea of running with...
I Got Rolfed! 2 Feb 2011 | 01:10 pm
Ever heard of Rolfing? You read correctly, Rolf. I certainly hadn’t when my CrossFit trainer suggested I meet with his “Rolfer”. I was a bit wary making my first appointment, as Rolfing sounded like ...
Carpe Noctem 25 Jan 2011 | 08:01 pm
We all have the power to motivate. Twitter is great for many things. Like links to good information, humor, and encouragement. It can also be quite a good source of motivation. And that’s what I got ...
Viva Las Red Rocks! 10 Jan 2011 | 12:35 pm
Escaping the Strip I attended the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) for three days this past week. What an experience. 120,000 people (mostly men) descend upon Vegas to see the latest gadgets, accessor...
“I am a Barefoot Runner” 20 Dec 2010 | 08:06 pm
I just came across this video link on twitter (posted by @kentox). It’s an animation of two characters in an office setting talking about barefoot running. What makes it hilarious is not only the stat...
Kigo Footwear – Initial Review 9 Dec 2010 | 05:03 pm
Kigo who? I don’t remember exactly how I first heard of Kigo. I think it was on twitter. What caught my attention was their talk about barefoot running and the virtues of a minimalist shoe. The fact ...
Snowy Creek Trail, Yosemite 21 Nov 2010 | 04:57 pm
A dream come true. For a lucky few, an 11 mile run in the mountains, including 6,000 feet of elevation change and a mile running on snow is normal. For me, this was a very significant event. It was n...
The 5 Elements of Good Barefoot Form 11 Nov 2010 | 06:56 pm
A Means to an End In my mind, running barefoot is a means to an end. And that end is a better running form. A form that leverages what I was born with, reducing the risk of injury and increasing my o...
So Cool in Wool 8 Nov 2010 | 03:21 pm
Review of Icebreaker GT Run Gear It might come as a shock to you that to remain cool on the trail, or wherever you run, you might want to try wearing all wool. It certainly sounded counter-intuitive ...
