My FiveFingers

Depending on your athletic prowess, you might be a natural runner, or you might be the type of person who has to work harder to achieve the same goals. Many runners turn to barefoot running after years of aching joints, pulled muscles, and general running dissatisfaction. As we age, it becomes increasingly important to stay […]

Are you a forefoot runner or a heel striker? Maybe you fall somewhere in between? Well, this video shows how your shoe affects your stride and explains how the different strikes can lead to injury over time. Barefoot running isn’t always the best option, but in many cases, running in a minimalist shoe can drastically […]

When it’s hot outside, do you DARE to go BARE? We’ve officially made it to the halfway year mark and the temperature is ramping up across the country. Death Valley hit nearly record-breaking highs last week – reporting 128 degrees F. It’s no secret that on the first of each month we give away a […]

The Vibram FiveFingers fan base is extremely loyal. We all feel like our lives have been changed (almost unanimously) for the better by switching to a minimalist shoe. But, the data surrounding minimalist running shoes seem to indicate something new every day. Some studies conclude that barefoot running is the natural way to move and […]

Vibram FiveFingers offer runners the chance to experience the feel of barefoot running on a variety of surfaces. While most running experts advise transitioning slowly to barefoot running from the traditional supportive running shoe, Vibrams, when used correctly, can be an intermediary shoe. Or, they can be a healthy end result! Vibrams might be the […]