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  1. BareFootBC

    One Hour Self Challenge

    Anybody interested in setting the timer for an hour and seeing what you can do. It’s not a competition, it’s more about challenging yourself then posting the results. If you post give a little background (shod/barefoot, running/walking/something else, was it road/trail/beach/something else...
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    My go to meal for longer runs...

    I’m finding that a half cup of oatmeal, a couple tablespoons of chia seeds, a small banana sliced in, and a tablespoon (or two) of peanut butter about an hour before I run is easily sustaining me for 3-4 hours- no sense of fatigue, no crashing, no muscle soreness. This is running trails with a...
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    Big Toe versus Big Root

    Big Toe versus Big Root By BareFootBC The Root wins pretty much every time. It’s kinda comical (in a masochistic way)- cruising down a winding trail, leaping and bounding as required, a bit of mud here, some grass there, a section of hard pack, maybe some water crossings. Sorta in the zone...
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    Article regarding Barefooting (a few years old)

    As you requested TJ. I found that there wasn’t really anything new to learn when I read it BUT I was amused by... ‘...Doug Richie, Jr., DPM, says the vast majority of his patients have “no interest in running barefoot and look at the movement as a silly fad with potential dangers.”...’. I’ll...
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    Member Reintroduction

    I used to be BareFootHeath, I’ve asked to switch to BarefootBC (thanks for doing so TJ). I’m not certain if the “BC” part is meant to reflect British Columbia or Back Country (maybe both) but I do know I’m getting excited to tackle British Columbia’s Back Country BareFootStyle again this...
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    VivoBareFoot Tracker FG

    I’m pretty surprised to find myself writing a boot review but for those of us who encounter periods of time where Barefooting is not an option due to winter here’s an option. I’ve used my VivoBareFoot Tracker FG’s for several weeks now. I’ve been out in -30C/-22F in them, have kept my feet warm...
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    Winter...

    I’m missing outdoor Barefoot time. It’s been a weird combination of wet n’ cold this year so I’ve been sticking to my insulated FiveToes and have been giving VivoBareFoot Tracker FG minimalist boots a go in really challenging conditions. What I really need is a minimalist style ski boot for...
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    Downhill Running Dilemma

    Some of the trails I’m running are getting a little tougher on the downhill hill stretches as fall is moving into winter. Lots of leaves make for much softer running but they tend to leave a little to be desired for traction when I’m trying to keep the speed up downhill. Muddy stretches are...
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    Whoo Hoo- Snow :)

    First decent snowfall of the year and it’s heavy. Ran home from work barefoot and shoveled the walk- feet were a bit tingly. It’s a wet -2C/28F, don’t think I’d want to try a long walk or run but a short trot is definitely doable.
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    Random Running Plan For Potential Barefoot Marathoners...

    The words “Random” and “Plan” might not be synonymous but I thought I’d throw this idea out there for you to contemplate. I use an app called Walkmeter to record the majority of my walks, runs, and hikes. I use the paid version (yearly subscription) as it allows me to send an email link to my...
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    Why don’t they make these?

    I’d get a couple of pairs... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    HEM Ankle Rehabilitation

    Any input regarding this as a healing technique? Six months after a category 2 (almost 3ish) Ankle twist I’m still experiencing swelling. My ankle is feeling strong, minimal soreness, the ache I had has pretty much vanished but I’m still experiencing swelling.
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    Sharing Barefooting

    Had a pretty cool experience with a coworker (actually a Supervisor). A few weeks ago he had asked me about barefooting and mentioned wanting to try out some VFF’s. I suggested he just try barefooting at home and a couple of short walks first to see how it felt first. This week he told me that...
  14. BareFootBC

    HEM Ankle Rehabilitation

    Has anyone tried this? Six months after a category 2 (almost 3ish) Ankle twist I’m still experiencing swelling. My ankle is feeling strong, minimal soreness, but I’m still experiencing swelling.
  15. BareFootBC

    Observations while running...

    I was running along a trail after a hike yesterday and made observations that I found interesting... 1). Form. ‘Lifting’ my knees to advance has become so ingrained as a habit that when I tried to push off on the balls of my feet I couldn’t do it- it felt clumsy, stiff, and unnatural. 2)...
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    Canada Day Hike

    WonderfulWife said “ Go get your hike on” so I took off for nearby Hornaday Pass. 18 miles of varying terrain, elevation, and scenery. Seems like the 9-10 mile point is still my limit for barefooting. I reached the turnaround point and had to shoe up (FiveToes) for the return due to my feet...
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    Foot Art

    Some a couple of neat photos of foot art. Reminds me of how my feet feel in shoes...
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    Fitletic Hydration Belt

    I’ve been using this belt for about two years now... ...I was looking more for a way to easily carry a small bear spray canister than a hydration bottle and this works perfectly for my needs. The zippered pouch fits my iPhone 6+ with waterproof case (it’s snug, a smaller phone is in the...
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    OMG- Gotta get this!

    Whoo-Hoo, they come in different sizes!
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    Wildlife Encounters

    The majority of my barefoot trekking is in the mountains. I follow a lot of game trails in addition to more established routes- the game trails are easier on the soles of my feet and typically get me to elevation much quicker. Yesterday’s trek gave me a couple of interesting encounters. The...
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