Minimalist Running Shoes.

Red Ryder

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So I've read on a few different threads here about members wearing minimalist type running shoes and was wondering what people are rocking these days. Also what types don't get any scrutiny during formations or squad PT so I can get a better idea of what I could wear once in the Army. Thanks.
 
Gotcha. I used the NB MT10 for a while and I really liked them. However, I recently switched to Nike Frees because anything over 2 miles in the NB would leave blisters everywhere on my feet.
 
I like the products from Inov-8. http://www.inov-8.com/New/Global/Product-Catagory-SelectUS.html?L=27

They have different stuff for off road, more "crossfit" like stuff, or road work.
Those look good, and they have "introductory" shoes which will be good for me.

Gotcha. I used the NB MT10 for a while and I really liked them. However, I recently switched to Nike Frees because anything over 2 miles in the NB would leave blisters everywhere on my feet.
Thanks, I was just looking at those on Zappos.
 
I think the Inov-8 are overpriced if you're looking for just a running shoe.

Possibly, but I tend to do everything in my shoes. I like the build quality of them, and have no issues lifting or doing anything else in them.
 
Squat & DL day, yes.
I also wear them any time I'm doing any kind of Oly lifting or CF-type WOD.
 
Yeah, I noticed they have the Inov-8 230 (which I would NOT recommend for running) for $80 in a few colors...
 
1 thing to keep in mind. Please, please, please follow the break in period recommended for the shoe. Don't take them out of the box and go on a 4 mile run.
Also, be prepared to stretch more. You're going to be using muscles you haven't previously used when you run with any minimalist shoe.
 
Will do. I laid off of running over winter and focused on getting stronger. Seems like the perfect time to get into minimal running and learn pose.
 
I've been rocking a pair of Merrell Trail Gloves for a while (at least when my VFFs aren't "welcome")... They were on the pricey side, but I've been shocked at how well they hold up.
 
Lifting, oly style/CF/MA/etc, shouldn't be done in running/heavily padded shoes. Optimally you should wear a shoe that allows you to "feel" the floor, something akin to a minimalist/5-finger.
I learned that real quick. I am just getting into oly style/CF workouts and plan to start MA once I'm strong enough.
 
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