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 ...

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 ...

Most modern-day runners have long subscribed to a sole belief: The more cushion in their shoes, the less impact on their feet when they strike the ground, the better it is for their bodies. It’s only ...

"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, ...

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 ...

Can fat-soled shoes that appear to have been constructed in part from marshmallows help you run better? The first study of a new kind of thickly cushioned running shoe suggests that this type of ...

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 ...

It's common knowledge that pointy-toed high-heels spell hell for feet (does anyone actually like wearing them?). What's not so well-known is the fact that your cushy running shoes can also negatively ...

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 ...