Read on to learn what minimalist running shoes are and if they’re the right fit for you. Plus, we asked experts to share their top picks. What Is a Minimalist Running Shoe? Minimalist running shoes ...

Barefoot shoes (also known as minimalist sneakers) are designed to feel similar to walking on the ground sans shoes while offering protection from dirt or debris. They have a zero heel drop, so your ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." It may be time to ditch your shoes, according to some fitness experts and athletes. Well, while lifting, ...

For all of you barefoot runners out there, this one's for you. If you done a good amount of barefoot slipper testing in '12, fasten your seat belt for 2013. So far, next springs looks like it's all ...

The debate over running shoes versus barefoot running continues among fitness enthusiasts. Understanding the benefits and risks can help runners choose the best approach for foot health and ...

Does the cushioning in running shoes do anything useful? That's a bit of a controversial topic these days, with people like Chris McDougall arguing that "cushioned running shoes are a fraud" that ...

Here’s the short list of the possible benefits of barefoot running: (1) Fewer injuries, due to “natural running;” (2) faster speed, due to increased running economy, from zero weight on feet. Here’s ...

If you’ve gone shopping for running shoes sometime in the past decade, you’ve almost certainly come across the term “zero-drop”—a now-widespread buzzword that refers to the difference in cushioning ...