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What are Vibram Five Fingers?

There is a long held view that correct running form is essential to reduce potential risk of injury. This correct running form involves utilising the natural shock absorber of the ball of the foot not the heel. Based on this, there are growing numbers of people who have adopted the style of bare foot running. This might mean running bare foot on the beach or grass or for the more committed “bare footer”, running on the road.

Vibram Five Fingers are a running shoe that offers the exhilaration of running barefoot with the protection and security of a Vibram® sole. They have received glowing reviews in publications such as Vogue.

Vibram Five Fingers work to bring you much closer to nature in a way that would not exist with normal trainers. Because they promote correct running technique, Vibram Five Fingers can help strengthen legs and improve balance. They are a versatile shoe that can be used for a multitude of activities including;

· Running
· Walking
· Yoga
· Free Running
· Sailing
· Climbing

There are many benefits that can be derived from wearing Vibram Five Fingers including;

· Less chance of Injury - Because they force the wearer to adopt correct running form, Vibram Five Fingers can reduce the chance of running related injury.

· Improved Efficiency - Landing on the heel results in pushing away from the direction you are running in. This wastes energy and actually slows the runner down.

· Optimise balance - Correct running form results in a better balance.

If you want to experience barefoot running but are not brave enough to take of your trainers, Vibram Five Fingers are for you.