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  1. Tender Toes Mark

    How fast does the Grim Reaper walk?

    This is for the geeks who enjoy reading published scientific literature about exercise and health (I must confess to being one, myself) ... Finally! A team of clinical scientists determined the walking speed of the Grim Reaper. And guess what? He (it?) is reported to walk a leisurely pace of...
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    Bike pedaling form change after barefoot running

    So, I'm finally starting to get on the bike to prepare for my annual local sprint tri, which will be the last Saturday of June. I noticed that my pedaling form has changed since I've been barefoot running. My pedaling rythm is faster than it used to be, just like my running rythm is faster...
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    First 'Official' BF HM

    On Saturday, 9/11/2010, I ran my first 'official' half marathon barefoot! It was a nice accomplishment for me, in that I met both of two goals for the race, and one goal for the year (to run a HM). My goals for the race were to run it all barefoot, and within a 9 min/mile pace. I completed...
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    Celebrating one year anniversary of barefoot running

    Today (August 15, 2010) is my one year aniversary for starting barefoot running. It's been an amazing journey. The RW barefoot forum was where I first found the inspiration, and it was a great place for info, instruction, encouragement, help, and fun! Many of you are here at BRS, so, thanks...