Barefoot Fresca

This is a story of a girl who tried barefoot running. She researched a bit first and then took the plunge. She started her blog and gave herself the name "Barefoot" even before she knew whether she was actually going to be a barefoot runner or not. It's a good story to read if you want to know what to expect. And it's a good story to read if you've forgotten what it's like to be a beginner.

Monday, August 30, 2010

Past 40 Barefoot Miles -- "The Barefoot 2nd Mile"

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Back home again after the nice visit to my childhood home.  I never thought I'd say this, but I kind of miss the asphalt. I'm star...
Friday, August 27, 2010

38, 39 ... not quite 40 Barefoot Miles -- and a Dose of Humility

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I learned something today!  It is not a good idea for a beginner barefoot runner who is developing her soles and feet to run 2 barefoot mile...
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Thursday, August 26, 2010

Mile 36 and 37 Back in the Town Where I Grew Up -- and a wee bit of gravel

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Two days ago, we packed up, got in the car with our dog, and drove the long long car trip to come to the house where I grew up.  I had wante...
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Friday, August 20, 2010

34.9 -- The Summer of "The Barefoot Mile" is coming to a close.

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Well, something different is developing at last.  I had a tight schedule today, and my goal all summer has been consistency.  I have been ve...
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Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Feels SO good! -- Mile 33 and A Plan

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I went back to Kung Fu last night after having taken 2 weeks off.  So I was a little stiff this morning, especially in the hamstrings and th...
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Tuesday, August 17, 2010

The Body Can Adapt to Anything ...

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I often mention that before I started barefoot running, I went to a beginner barefoot workshop in Central Park with Michael Sandler, author ...
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Monday, August 16, 2010

The 31st Mile -- Don't Push off on Those Metatarsal Heads

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After all the excitement and new adventures, I have returned today to my home stomping grounds.  (Whoops -- did I say "stomp."  Do...
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