The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. This minimalist movement advocates for walking and running ...

A new year means the Runner’s World test team is in the throes of road—and trail—testing all the latest running shoes for our summer RW Shoe Awards (we start early!). Once results trickle in, we’ll ...

Have you heard of ‘barefoot’ shoes? This minimalist movement advocates for walking and running without traditional shoes, instead using barely-there footwear designed to promote natural foot ...

16, the New Zealand woman dashed across a Christchurch running ... right helped her prepare for her record-setting barefoot Lego run. (Submitted by Gabrielle Wall) But to truly prepare for ...

Why the history lesson? Because the argument in favour of barefoot running is rooted in the idea that human beings are, and always have been, born to run. Speaking of which, the barefoot running ...

Whether you’re on your feet all day, enjoy casual walks or jog a few times a week, having the right shoes is essential. I tested women's running shoes, focusing on foot shape, width, cushioning ...

Background Advocates of barefoot running suggest that it is more natural and may be a way to minimise injury risk. In contrast, opponents believe shoes are needed to adequately cushion and support the ...