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  1. jmcadams

    Vibrams and Proper Fit

    PB Junkie wrote:You might If that's the case, I may need a recommendation. I run a lot of races that include creek crossings & I like that the vibrams don't hold water. NB Minimus don't do nearly as well. Is there anything else that might work well?
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    Barefoot in Nebraska... in December?

    I will check out the Omaha I will check out the Omaha Marathon. For some reason, people seem to like the Lincoln one better. It would be cool to meet up with other bf runners around here.
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    Back problem @ NSAID [non running related]

    Dr. Gangemi_SockDoc And now you take away my beans.... Holy Hell! ;-) Just kidding. Thanks for the advice. I've recently started getting into crossfit & a lot of the crossfitters are into the Paleo diet. I'll check it out. Thanks again.
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    Vibrams and Proper Fit

    How can I tell if my vibrams are a proper fit? I usually wear size 11 or 11.5 shoes, but I just noticed my Bikilas are 44 which = 10 in the US. I have pain for a day or two after I run right at the base of my toes on the balls of my feet. The shoes feel comfortable when I put them on...
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    Boycotting businesses based on values?

    janson wrote:ajb422 I love this idea. I'm over 2 years with no fast food. However, there is a small, family owned BBQ place near my house that has a drive through window for takeout. They are the real deal and their brisket is amazing, so the blanket rule won't work for me. Real food FTW!
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    Lower back & hip pain

    Thanks.  I just started doing Thanks. I just started doing Yoga to see if that would help. So far, not so much.
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    Back problem @ NSAID [non running related]

    Dr. Gangemi_SockDoc wrote:I This is interesting. I have been having back/hip pain for about a month & ibuprofin helps a lot. I assume that would indicate inflamation. I try to stay away from the ibuprofin, but I take it when it gets bad. I take fish oil supplements, I never cook with...
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    Lower back & hip pain

    This is frustrating. I feel like I'm going from one problem to another. It's tough to stay active when I'm in constant pain!!! My latest problem has been going on for about 3 weeks now. My roght lower back hurts & the pain travels down my right hip. It's usually a dull ache, but there...
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    Invisible Shoes January Giveaway - Expires Sunday, January 8, at midnight

    It must be a sign.  I just It must be a sign. I just stumbled across the Invisible Soe website this morning & spent about an hour reading & watching videos. Then I logged into BRS & saw this thread. Thank you in advance for picking me.
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    Barefoot in Nebraska... in December?

    There was a guy last year who There was a guy last year who ran the Lincoln marathon barefoot. I'm in Omaha & I'll be running some races this summer bf or in my VFFs.
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    The Top 10 Workout Songs For Winter 2011 By RunHundred.com

    Hmmm... Kelly Clarkson made Hmmm... Kelly Clarkson made that list. Ironic because it looks like she hasn't had a workout since she was on American Idol.
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    I just want to run.

    I'm in the minority here.  I I'm in the minority here. I love my tunes.
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    Ugh, I just broke down and bought a pair of VFF Bikila LS

    I like my Bikilas, but I've I like my Bikilas, but I've never had any other VFFs. I do prefer going totally bf, but they are a far cry from a regular running shoe. I like them on a lot of my trail runs & I've never had a problem with them holding water.
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    Anyone else getting fat this month?

    I'm gaining weight right I'm gaining weight right there with you! I'm still running & lifting, but the beer & Christmas cookies have been getting to me lately. I need to clean up the diet.
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    WARNING: Rated R - May not be suitable for all audiences -- Hottest Female Athlete?

    I don't have any names right I don't have any names right now, but, for some reason, the hottest female atheletes seem to always be pole vaulters.
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    So it's true?!

    They haven't given a date or They haven't given a date or location, but Tough Mudder's website says they'll be coming to Omaha in 2012.
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    Minimalist Court Shoe

    Thanks man!  I'll check them Thanks man! I'll check them out.