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Question asked by Angela Cordoni 362 days ago

Where can I find these new "toe running shoes"?

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I heard they are really great and give you the same benefits as running barefoot. Is this true? What are the pros/cons? Cost? Best brands? Best distributors?

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Answered by Sue Conrad 360 days ago
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Some fitness professionals swear by them. They fit your feet like a glove and can be worn for various athletic activites. If you are interested in finding out more information, check out www.vibramfivefingers.com. They are the leading brand. The website should help you find the nearest distributor. Prices average between $75-$125.

" Vibram FiveFingers® footwear is different than any other footwear on the planet. Not only does it bring you closer to your environment, it also delivers a number of positive health benefits—by leveraging all of the body’s natural biomechanics, so you can move as nature intended."



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Answered by Jennifer Butler 356 days ago
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Not sure where you are located but I have seen them at Road Runner Sports and REI here in San Diego, Ca.
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Answered by Revvellicious 347 days ago
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Their called Vibram 5-fingers and, I'd suggest you check sporting goods stores in your area before purchasing... or, check the site as stated above and find a location near you. Currently, here in SoCal, pretty much every sporting goods store carries them.

Try them on, walk in them. Don't purchase from the site. They've come up with some delicious new styles yet, they're not made for all feet.

If you're not walking barefoot a lot, or running barefoot, go slowly then slow down and break in your feet. They've most likely lost a lot of padding and support from shoes and if you go too quickly you could injure your feet.
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Answered by Stephen Landrum 319 days ago
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I run barefoot every chance I get. The 5 fingers are amazing at keeping the pointies out of your feet; especially on trail runs. Most sports stores are carrying them now.
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Answered by Joanne Duncan-Carnesciali 310 days ago
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Angela,

The attached link is a review I was able to locate on the American Council on Exercise website.

I hope it is helpful to you.

http://www.acefitness.org/reviews/review-detail.aspx?reviewitemid=89
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