I thought i would post a blog all about Barefoot Running! Although i am not a huge advocate on running, at the end of the day most of us do it in every day life whether we feel we do it or not. Also, a lot of people REALLY enjoy running. Some say its the runners high, some say it makes them sweat alot and that is the feeling of getting into better shape. Nonetheless, it needs to be addressed in a manner in which is most beneficial for us.
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When it comes to running (jogging, sprinting, Long walks etc) we mostly think of the sidewalk or treadmill runs we are all used to seeing everyone perform. The first thing someone thinks about when they want to "get back into shape" is either running or a walk. Now i cannot say this is a terrible choice, it is still a choice for someone to get off there butts and start making a better an improvement into the way they move. The only big problem with walking/running is most people do not understand how important it is to be READY for running/walking. I wish it was as simple as putting a pair of your old kicks on and going for a 5k stroll.
When it comes to getting ready for running their are many factors we must look at for the health and safety of your joints and RESULTS.
First, you must make make sure your gait is in correct order. Now i am not a foot specialist but i do know that one must make sure they are placing the proper weight distribution on their feet when running or walking (especially the runners!). I would strongly suggest seeking out a foot specialist or someone that can help you understand more about the bio mechanics of the foot before just running erratically. We must understand that the foot is the first contact with the ground and if it is not contacting the ground properly you could be putting sheer force on your tendons,ligaments and joints rather than the supporting muscles. Judging by 90% of the population i am almost sure you stand more on the insides of your foot and less on the outsides. If this is you then you MUST be careful when running/walking. This is a DISASTER waiting to happen!
If you would like more in depth information about running and the foot please go to my buddies website and check out the following articles he has laid out! These articles are all on Barefoot running because that is exactly what we are meant for. The information in these articles are IN DEPTH and a little hard to understand at some points. They sure do get the message across though!
http://markyoungtrainingsystems.com/2010/04/the-science-of-barefoot-running/
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I also have a video that i thought was very interesting! I am sure you will like it! Although running seems so easy we must make sure we are fully aware of how to run to fully maximize our results and decrease our potential for injury.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iIT7t2jtdP0&feature=fvw
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I am sure with all of the above information you will find yourself running long and alot more pain free. With repetitive motion such as running we must make sure we are following it up with proper stretching and FACIAL release. The biggest one we must look out for is the IT Band. This is a big sheath of fascia attached to the side of your hip down to your knee. Unfortunately, running causes pressure on this sheath of fascia and increases pressure on the joints.
The big take home point in this article is to not take walking/running lightly and make sure you find some professional help before you decide to take on a program for this kind of activity!!
I hope this article helps build awareness and maybe everyone will be able to run or walk with a bit less pain and a lot more effectiveness.
In health and success,
Eric Daye- CFP-PTS
TruBody Fitness- owner
BodyBlitz Bootcamp- co-owner
Physique Transformation specialist
www.trubodyfitness.com
www.bodyblitzbootcamp.ca
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