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Various Non-Bald Discussions => General Discussion => Topic started by: Laser Man on August 22, 2012, 08:17:31 PM
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I tried the Vibram Five Fingers running shoes (they're basically like gloves for your feet - thin nylon fabric, no sole, grippy little lines and dots on the bottom for traction, and of course, individual pockets for each toe). I took the salespersons advice and walked around in the house for a few hours a day for a week to let my feet adjust. Tonight, I tried them on the treadmill at the gym. They take some getting used to - my stride felt awkward for the first few minutes and my feet didn't feel very comfortable, but after a short time, everything seemed to click into place. The only noticeable difference was that my hamstrings felt like they were being stretched more. I'll have to see how I feel in the morning, though.
Has anyone else tried these "shoes"? I'd like to hear about your experience with them.
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Those shoes are an interesting concept And everyone I know who has a pair likes them but I'm not sure I could get used to having the fabric between my toes.
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I have the kso bought them about a year ago....you cant tell anything is between your toes I love them....keep wearing them more each day and soon it will be second nature :)
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Thanks! I'll keep at it and see how I adjust to them. Supposedly they help you develop a more natural stride that is less punishing on the joints over the long run.