Barefoot Running is Less Efficient

From: Eric D.

Sent: May 19, 2012

To: undisclosed recipients

Subject: Fw: Barefoot Running is Less Efficient

I'm a runner and always wondered if barefoot running was better. I see now that it might not be. Well here's to your feet :-) . Eric

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For decades, barefoot runners have dominated long distance events, leading many to believe barefoot running is more efficient. A new study from the University of Colorado says cushioned shoes actually do a better job of conserving a runner's energy.