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Mar

BAREFOOT RUNNING: 10 things about barefoot running:
Positive:
1.  Barefoot running will strengthen intrinsic muscles of the foot.
2. Barefoot running may be slightly more efficient in some runners.
3.  Barefoot running decreases forces through the hips and knees (although this does not necessarily mean it leads to less injury).
4. The foot and muscles adapt in the air [...]

If you are like me, any gadgets that support running peak your interest.  Especially the new GPS iphone apps: They allow you to listen to music and track running stats at the same time.  Nice!  But which one to use?  Here are some that I previewed after purchasing them, in order of usability:
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While perusing the sports store the other day, I noticed these socks that stated “Runners World Gear” on them and decided to try them out.  I wore them earlier in the day I tested them and noticed that my feet were toasty warm the whole time.  They are supposed to have an “aero-dynamic fit and [...]