In my quest to become a better runner, I decided to take the
Crossfit plunge back in June. If you've read my blog or just know me in general, you will know that I'm quite addicted, enthused, engrossed to/with Crossfit. However, as I got deeper into Crossfit, I have run less and less. But I want to apply my gains w/Crossfit to running and get after my goal of a sub 2 hour half marathon at some point. I also just want to become a better runner and stop suffering from so much pain when I train for distance races.
A handful of Crossfitters with whom I work out wear the
Vibram Five Fingers shoes in hopes of becoming a more efficient runner. As silly as these shoes look, everyone I respect who wears them swears by them.
I've taken the plunge.
I'm hoping for the following:
- Stop heel striking.
- Stop pronating.
- Eliminate knee and lower back pain after training for long distance running.
- Become a more efficient runner.
Monday night will be my first workout with them, so stay tuned for a report of how things go.
Looks freaky! Can't wait to hear how they work for you!
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Be VERY careful... I have stress fractures in both of my feet from running in the 5 Fingers! You have to be super conservative as you start or you might wind up like me... crippled!
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Ang
How are the five finger shoes? Did you run in them yet?
ReplyDeleteJodi....sure did....check out my post titled Griff for the first run in them. However, the day after, I'm really sore in place I never knew existed in my feet. I recommend taking it slowly in them.
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