My first barefoot half was in february and it went well. I averaged just under 9mpm. Tried to be very conservative because it was 35 degrees and I didn't know how the cold would affect my feet over that extended period of time. The race was along the seacoast in Hampton NH and it was great. I really enjoyed the course and the temp didn't end up bothering me at all. Ended up having no ill effects from the race and am looking forward to my next half in April. Planning on taking off the gloves and seeing what my body can do. Hoping to at least run 8mpm.
Everyone was very supportive at the race and there was lots of questions and cheers. It was actually very fun for me. Leading up to and since the race I have been averaging 30miles per week and all the miles have been either barefoot or with vibram five fingers. I can't wait for the weather to be over 40 degrees all the time because I can barely stand to even wear the five fingers at this point.
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Ben Ibey is a freakin' BAD ASS!!!
I just got my first pair of Vibrum 5 fingers and am going out in my first run in them in about 5 minutes.
I can't wait. Ben - you're an inspiration!
-Tellman Knudson
The Vibram Five Fingers Rock!
http://www.youtube.com/v/0IYEsflsO58&hl=en&fs=1
sorry - here is the link again:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0IYEsflsO58
Did you see the article on barefoot running in the Boston Globe?
Here it is:
http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/magazine/articles/2009/04/19/what_ruins_running?s_campaign=8315
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