A few years ago, barefoot running shoes were hailed as the latest ... for your soleus and gastrocnemius Stand with the ball of one foot on the edge of a stair or step. Keep the leg straight ...

A strong, pliant foot is a runner’s friend. While it’s a moot point how you go about creating such a foot, certainly time ...

Background Advocates of barefoot running suggest that it is more natural and may be a way to minimise injury risk. In contrast, opponents believe shoes are needed to adequately cushion and support the ...