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Question about "Five Finger shoes"
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Question about "Five Finger shoes"


Apr 28, 2012, 11:47 PM

The past few months I've completely went from weight lifting to cardio only, I've heard good things about the five finger shoes, not just for running, but overall. Anyone got any advice about them? I'm thinking about aquiring a pair.

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Loooong break in period.


Apr 29, 2012, 12:00 AM

Not for the shoes, but for you.

Just like lifting, you can't do something new and expect to not get sore. With running, b/c it's sport that overuse injury is very easy to do, switching out of a standard running shoe with midsole heights of 24mm in the heel and 12mm in the forefoot to a shoe with 4mm & 4mm, it's very easy to get injured.

As a step in that direction, I would maybe look at the NB Minimus Trail (works great for running and lifting) since there is a little more protection.

If you decide to go with Vibram though, go with their most protective model and is best for lifting and side to side motion, the Komodo Sport.

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Re: Loooong break in period.


Apr 29, 2012, 12:48 AM

Cool thanks a lot. I've been using the new Reebok running shoes that came out a few months ago, they work really well, very lightweight.

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Re: Loooong break in period.


Apr 29, 2012, 9:48 AM [ in reply to Loooong break in period. ]

Vibram also makes the soles for the Merrel barefoot shoes. They don't have the toes, but like the NB minimus, the are great for trail running and real comfortable.

Merrel does offer a pair that is for road running as well. But like others have said, most of these barefoot shoes are not good for road running. The Merrel barefoot road ones might be a decent compromise though.

http://www.merrell.com/US/en/Men-Footwear-Shoes-Barefoot

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Forget NB Minimalist, go with Merril's Trail Blazer barefoot


Apr 29, 2012, 1:48 PM [ in reply to Loooong break in period. ]

runner. That's what I use. But beware ... do not start off with barefoot shoes running a mile or more at a time. That's what I did and developed a painful neuroma on my right foot that required surgery to remove. I was stupid. I should have been more patient. If anything, barefoot runners teach you proper running form, and that is to run using your forward portion of your foot. Running with a heal strike first is way wrong.

I love my Merril's. They are outstanding and the Vibram sole is as solid as a tire tread.

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Re: Question about "Five Finger shoes"


Apr 29, 2012, 12:48 AM

You'll look like an idiot. That's about all you need to know. lol

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Re: Question about "Five Finger shoes"


Apr 29, 2012, 12:49 AM

I have a couple friends with them, and first time I saw them that's what I thought, but I'll take the chance of looking like a moron as long the shoes help.

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Re: Question about "Five Finger shoes"


Apr 29, 2012, 12:57 AM

Don't try to run on hard surfaces. No support in those things = shin splints very quickly.

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Re: Question about "Five Finger shoes"


Apr 29, 2012, 4:56 AM

UGLY.i wouldn't put them on a coot! ok,yes i would,but just to be mean.

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Re: Question about "Five Finger shoes"


Apr 29, 2012, 6:53 AM

Now I know I'm getting older, back in my youth Five Finger Shoes were the ones someone picked-up and walked out of the store with out paying, but they were called five finger discount shoes

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I think they still carry those at FFSU............***


Apr 29, 2012, 7:34 AM



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Question about "Five Finger shoes"- reminds me of the joke


Apr 29, 2012, 9:33 AM

w the punch line--- "his pants fit him like a glove".

YOu can probably figure out the set up

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Re: Question about "Five Finger shoes"


Apr 29, 2012, 10:12 AM

You guys know I'm in the military. We run every day for PT and not only that I come home and put 3-4 miles on my treadmill. The best shoes that I have came across is the Nike Free's

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RBUsoldier27


Apr 29, 2012, 11:34 AM

Do you ever run in your combat boots?
We always did since there the ones we worked in and if we had to run they were the ones we would of had on
Just asking a question not showing any disrespect
Thank you for serving

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Re: Question about "Five Finger shoes"


Apr 29, 2012, 2:23 PM

You'll need to alter your running mechanics. Our strides are accustomed to a heel first strike, and it's a hard habit to break. If you keep the same form and switch to barefoot style shoes, you're gonna have a bad time

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When I ran cross-country in high school I ran with a pair of


Apr 29, 2012, 4:46 PM

Nikes but got IT Band Syndrome so my physical therapist advised me to get a pair of Brooks that focused on stability.

Helped out tremendously, I've owned three pairs of Brooks and they work great but may cost a little more.

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