Comments on: Stories of Success Running in Vibram Fivefingers: Sgt. R. and Bob H. https://runblogger.com/2011/01/stories-of-success-running-in-vibram.html Running Shoes, Gear Reviews, and Posts on the Science of the Sport Fri, 13 Jun 2014 18:47:06 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.7.11 By: Sharienne Weidner https://runblogger.com/2011/01/stories-of-success-running-in-vibram.html#comment-1129695717 Fri, 13 Jun 2014 18:47:06 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=520#comment-1129695717 I apologize for commenting at such a late date but I wanted to share my pronation journey. I have not run since the day I hit puberty but I can identify a bit with the injuries. At 32 I was getting damage to my feet from cycling. My podiatrist (a devoted marathon runner) put me in orthotics and because I have worn them since I was 5 years old I complied without question. Without going into too much detail I ended up spending 3 months in a wheelchair and years of physical therapy. Finally I tried a product called yoga toes that separates each toe similarly to the fivefingers. I remember laughing at the picture of the foot with each toe separate and none turned or underneath others. By going slowly I eventually had feet just like those on the front and I haven’t worn orthotics in 10 years. Not once have I had more than a twinge in my heel but a few days of the separation sets it right every time. Unfortunately, I am still not a runner but I am considerably more comfortable now than I ever was with orthotics – – even as a kid. Please keep telling people that they aren’t as great as we thought they were.
Thanks for a great entry.

]]> By: Charlie https://runblogger.com/2011/01/stories-of-success-running-in-vibram.html#comment-124171012 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=520#comment-124171012 Barefoot Running University posted a review today of the Merrell Trail Glove coming out in February. From the review it looks like they are a fivefinger without the individualized toes. They might be a great option for the women that is in the military in the first story that is not allowed to wear fivefingers with her uniform.

Both of the stories are very inspiring.

]]> By: todd https://runblogger.com/2011/01/stories-of-success-running-in-vibram.html#comment-124312414 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=520#comment-124312414 What about the vivobarefoot Evo as an alternative to Five Fingers in the military? They’re basically the same thing without the toe pockets.

]]> By: Scott_migliore https://runblogger.com/2011/01/stories-of-success-running-in-vibram.html#comment-124352629 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=520#comment-124352629 The Terra Plana Evo would also be a good choice. I’ve been running in them for a while now and it’s been great. I don’t know what the military shoe requirements are but the Evo’s look like a normal shoe but have the same minimalist concepts as the Vibrams. They are a little pricey though but they are supposed to last a very long time

]]> By: gait analysis equipment https://runblogger.com/2011/01/stories-of-success-running-in-vibram.html#comment-133713787 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=520#comment-133713787 Hi,

Nice stories, It is a nice article, I really liked it.

Thanks

]]> By: Surfing Vol https://runblogger.com/2011/01/stories-of-success-running-in-vibram.html#comment-124324498 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=520#comment-124324498 In reply to Kevin.

What the heck?!

Is there any rationale behind the ban or is this just another stupid regulation? This reminds me why I left the service (Navy).

]]> By: Pete Larson https://runblogger.com/2011/01/stories-of-success-running-in-vibram.html#comment-124172448 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=520#comment-124172448 In reply to Charlie.

Charlie – keeping my fingers crossed – my Merrell review pair is supposed to
arrive tomorrow. After reading Jason’s review, I can’t wait to try them!
You’re right, they would be a perfect option for her.

Pete

]]> By: Scott https://runblogger.com/2011/01/stories-of-success-running-in-vibram.html#comment-124340650 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=520#comment-124340650 I wonder if the new Altra shoe would meet the military requirements? Since she likes the VFF I would think the Sgt would like the Eve. I realize that the shoes don’t go on sale until March but this shoes seems great.

Don’t know if I am more excited about the NB Trail Minimus or the Altras. Choices, choices, choices.
Scott

]]> By: Pete Larson https://runblogger.com/2011/01/stories-of-success-running-in-vibram.html#comment-124324023 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=520#comment-124324023 In reply to todd.

Thought about that, but not sure if it’s considered to look enough like a
traditional sneaker. Depends what the exact regs are I guess.

Pete

]]> By: Andrew McGregor https://runblogger.com/2011/01/stories-of-success-running-in-vibram.html#comment-124934333 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=520#comment-124934333 Two great stories of how VFF’s have benefited people. I think everyone that purchases VFF’s do so to take a risk in order to attempt to get more from their running. For me, I am back into running for the first time in 6 months due to a hip flexor injury. VFF’s are the reason as they have taught me to run properly with the correct form.

]]> By: david https://runblogger.com/2011/01/stories-of-success-running-in-vibram.html#comment-201602494 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=520#comment-201602494 Sorry to be so late, and I hope you read this Sgt. R. Thank you for your service to our country. It is because of people like you that we can worry about running.

]]> By: Pete Larson https://runblogger.com/2011/01/stories-of-success-running-in-vibram.html#comment-124323520 Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000 http://localhost/runblogger/wordpress/?p=520#comment-124323520 In reply to Kevin.

Thanks for posting this suggestion!
Pete

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