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The art of nothing special
A Yogi's approach to running
I am a yogi first and a runner second. I happen to be a ChiRunning Instructor, Iyengar yoga student with 15 years experience and a keen tour cyclist. I do 'stuff' to keep myself fit, mentally, as well as physically.
Read more…03 September 2011
06 September 2011
CNN interview with Christopher McDougall
Author of Born to Run
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05 September 2011
Barefoot in Clapham
Clapham Common barefoot running club
by Gray Caws
On Saturday I rose early and, leaving the security of north London, headed off to the deep south – Clapham Common. I was meeting up with David Robinson and Anna Toombs of Barefoot Running UK. Every month they organise a free barefoot ‘club run’ around Clapham Common.
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01 September 2011
Barefoot runner completes epic challenge: The interview
Anthony Band has just completed an epic 1000 mile barefoot run from John O’Groats to Lands End. He arrived at Lands End on 29 August, just 29 days after setting off. Gray Caws caught up with him for a phone as he relaxes on a well-earned holiday.
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01 September 2011
Can potatoes reduce blood pressure?
Source: American Chemical Society (ACS)
28 August 2011
Barefoot runner completes epic challenge
1000 miles in 29 days on two feet
Anthony Band has just completed an epic 1000 barefoot run from John O’Groats to Lands End. Anthony arrived at Lands End early this afternoon, just 29 days after setting off.
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04 August 2011
Are you a Mini?
A snappy name for the minimalist shoe runner
Let's have your ideas for a snappy name for the minimalist shoe runner.
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01 August 2011
Top of the Pops
Our popular forum topic on the realbuzz website
Although barefoot and minimalist shoe running in the UK is rare at the moment, runners are eagar to learn more about it.
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16 July 2011
A quick Walkington
Minimalist runner Chris shares his experience at the Walkington 10k on 8 July 2011
15 July 2011
Brand new 30ml CherryActive Shot Pack for an on-the-go Antioxidant Fix!
Bursting with powerful antioxidant anthocyanins to boost wellbeing and improve muscle recovery after sports and workouts
by Gray Caws
15 July 2011
Changing the running world, one odd look at a time
by Martyn Candler
Martyn Candler explains how he became president of the UK chapter of the Barefoot Runners Society and started Fast and Fresh, a Vibram FiveFinger stockist that offers a unique ‘try at home’ service.
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11 July 2011
Does the minimalist shoe fit with the specialist running store?
by Gray Caws
The minimalist running shoe looks set to become a big player in the UK market. How will specialist running shops adapt to this growing trend as runners look to a shoe that allows a more natural running style?
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30 June 2011
Join ‘Team A’ and help take the pain away
Secure your place in this year's Bupa Great North Run
If you’re still looking for a place in this year’s Bupa Great North Run, to be held on 18 September, Arthritis Research UK have a few places available. But hurry, entries close 8 July.
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29 June 2011
Interview with Certified ChiRunning Instructor Michelle Muldoon
By Peter Papadopoulos
Pete Papadopoulos speaks to Michelle Muldoon, one of the few certified ChiRunning instructors in the UK.
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25 June 2011
Runner's survey
Calling all UK runners. We're doing a survey to see just how popular barefoot and minimalist shoe running is.
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14 June 2011
'Beet' the new superfuel?
A natural stamina enhancer
The Beet It organic shot is increasingly being regarded as the new ‘superfuel’ for athletes and is recommended by some of the world’s top sports nutritionists. Research has shown that it works as a natural stamina enhancer.
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10 June 2011
Why is Barefoot Ted going Luna?
The ‘barefoot’ shoe debate
by Graham Caws
10 June 2011
Minimalist here I come!
by Peter Smith
Peter Smith ran the London Bupa 10,000 in his Luna Sandals. He came in with a great time of 47:51 to lots of amazed looks from runners and spectactors. Here’s his story on the transition into minimalist running shoes.
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10 June 2011
Easy on the OJ
A recent study by Hans-Peter Kubis, of Bangor University’s school of sport, health and exercise sciences, calls for fruit juice to be taken out of the five-a-day health message but is this sending out an irresponsible message?
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09 June 2011
Is this the definitive barefoot running guide?
A new eBook by Lee Saxby
31 May 2011
BUPA London 10,000 – 2011
a stunning run through London
by Graham Caws
This year I ran the BUPA London 10,000 in my minimalist Vibram Bikila shoes. Find out how I got on. Oh yes, and Mo and Paula were running as well – how did they get on?
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28 May 2011
An Evening with Barefoot Ted
updated with video clip 12 June 2011
by Graham Caws
Barefoot Ted is probably best known through Christopher McDougall’s best-selling, and some runners would say life-changing, book Born to Run. Graham Caws, founder of runNatural.co.uk, attended a free talk given by Ted and organised by running specialists Run and Become.
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25 May 2011
Updated: 1000-mile barefoot run
from Lands End to John O'Groats in aid of Help the Heroes
Updated 28 July
On Sunday 31 July Anthony Band will raise money for Help for Heroes by running from John O’Groats to Lands End. As if that isn’t enough of a challenge, Anthony will also be running barefoot.
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26 October 2010
The Exercise Theory of Relativity: E=CM2.
A new paradigm in modern sport by Mike McInnes
Q. What is the Exercise Theory of Relativity, and what relevance, may it have for modern athletes?
A. The Exercise Theory of Relativity states that the most important, the absolute and overriding fuelling parameter in any exercise or recovery protocol, is that of optimal provision of cerebral energy.
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08 October 2010
Over-breathe and under perform
by Robin McNelis
Many people over-breathe when they run, either deliberately as they wrongly think it will give them an advantage, or unintentionally due to the multiple trigger factors that come along during heavy exertion. A normal breathing pattern is an essential foundation to achieving your running potential.
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07 October 2010
Muscular endurance training
The short- and long-term benefits
Muscular endurance training is crucial for certain kinds of athletes who must resist fatigue over prolonged periods, such as distance runners, rowers or swimmers; however, muscular endurance is also an important part of maintaining overall physical fitness for any individual.
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22 July 2010
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06 July 2010
Confessions of a barefoot runner virgin
by Eric Vouga
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