The debate between Running Barefoot (BF) & Running Shoes is a divided and controversial one. In my earlier post, I have described how BF has helped my running both technically & mentally. However, I am not ready to throw-away my running shoes just yet because to me, the pros & cons of whether or not to wear running shoes is far from clear-cut. I enjoy both running types because they each offer me different kinds of highs and lows. I like BF because;

• I don’t have to worry about finding a pair of clean socks
• I needn’t worry if my shoes are the right kind
• It helps me focus on the road ahead

I like running with shoes too;

• I don’t have to worry about a stranger asking me, “Isn’t it painful”
• I needn’t worry if I stepped on broken glass, fish hooks or hot tarmac
• I can run on tough trails

I have decided to improve my skills for both activities of running barefoot and “normal” running so that I can run confidently in both categories whenever and wherever I want. You see, in the end, I love running with shoes but I am in love with BF 😉