The return to running barefoot has yet to be embraced by the masses and as a result, many barefoot runners may, at times, feel as if they are alone. Nothing could be further from the truth, as the Barefoot Runners Society is a swiftly growing association which is based on the commitment to bring like-minded barefoot runners together, whether they live around the United States or around the world. Indeed, the Society’s humorous but insightful official motto is: Changing The Running World One Odd Look At A Time.
The Society Has Been A “Run”-Away Success!
The Barefoot Runners Society was formed by Tamara Gerken and Cameron Guthrie based on their love of barefoot running. Tamara had been diagnosed with multiple Morton’s neuromas (painful inflammation of a nerve in the foot) thus had no choice but to ditch the running shoes that were compressing those nerves and not allowing her toes to spread out naturally. Once Christopher McDougall’s Born To Run book was released and quickly became the barefoot runner’s inspiration, she convinced Runner’s World magazine to launch their Barefoot Running Forum. Desiring to establish a non-profit barefoot running club she joined with Cameron to launch Barefoot Runners Society to promote and advance the countless advantages and benefits of the sport. In just one year, the Society has certainly been a “run”-away success!
Barefoot Running Luminaries Hold Executive Positions
The Barefoot Runners Society now has chapters in all 50 states as well as a burgeoning membership of over 1,250 and growing. The legendary Ken Bob Saxton, veteran of 77 barefoot marathons, acts as Senior Advisor to the Society; and Rick Roeber with 52 barefoot marathons is Director of Public Relations. The Society’s Activities Vice President is co-founder Jason Robillard, barefoot ultramarathon runner, and author of two books: The Barefoot Running Book, and Barefoot & Ultramarathon Ramblings. I’m proud to serve as the Society’s Resident Podiatrist, fielding foot and ankle questions from the members on the website. One of my recent answers to a question is
HERE .
The Society’s Website Is Packed With Barefoot Running Resources!
The Barefoot Runners Society will continue to promote the benefits of barefoot running in many innovative and imaginative ways in the future. The website is chock full of resources for barefoot runners, including forum discussions, news, podcasts, race & trail reviews, member maps, calendar of events, and much more. It’s a one stop shop for information, camaraderie, and lively discussions!
With The Barefoot Runners Society You Are Never Alone!
The Barefoot Runners Society was established to assist barefoot runners connect with each other to build a stronger and more enduring sport. You don’t have to run alone, when the hundreds of members of the Barefoot Runners Society are ready to assist and support you and your bare feet!
Check out the
Barefoot Runners Society!
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The return to running barefoot has yet to be embraced by the masses and as a result, many barefoot runners may, at times, feel as if they are alone. Nothing could be further from the truth, as the Barefoot Runners Society is a swiftly growing association which is based on the commitment to bring like-minded barefoot runners together, whether they live around the United States or around the world. Indeed, the Society’s humorous but insightful official motto is: Changing The Running World One Odd Look At A Time.The Society Has Been A “Run”-Away Success!
The Barefoot Runners Society was formed by Tamara Gerken and Cameron Guthrie based on their love of barefoot running. Tamara had been diagnosed with multiple Morton’s neuromas (painful inflammation of a nerve in the foot) thus had no choice but to ditch the running shoes that were compressing those nerves and not allowing her toes to spread out naturally. Once Christopher McDougall’s Born To Run book was released and quickly became the barefoot runner’s inspiration, she convinced Runner’s World magazine to launch their Barefoot Running Forum. Desiring to establish a non-profit barefoot running club she joined with Cameron to launch Barefoot Runners Society to promote and advance the countless advantages and benefits of the sport. In just one year, the Society has certainly been a “run”-away success!Barefoot Running Luminaries Hold Executive Positions
The Barefoot Runners Society now has chapters in all 50 states as well as a burgeoning membership of over 1,250 and growing. The legendary Ken Bob Saxton, veteran of 77 barefoot marathons, acts as Senior Advisor to the Society; and Rick Roeber with 52 barefoot marathons is Director of Public Relations. The Society’s Activities Vice President is co-founder Jason Robillard, barefoot ultramarathon runner, and author of two books: The Barefoot Running Book, and Barefoot & Ultramarathon Ramblings. I’m proud to serve as the Society’s Resident Podiatrist, fielding foot and ankle questions from the members on the website. One of my recent answers to a question is HERE .The Society’s Website Is Packed With Barefoot Running Resources!
The Barefoot Runners Society will continue to promote the benefits of barefoot running in many innovative and imaginative ways in the future. The website is chock full of resources for barefoot runners, including forum discussions, news, podcasts, race & trail reviews, member maps, calendar of events, and much more. It’s a one stop shop for information, camaraderie, and lively discussions!With The Barefoot Runners Society You Are Never Alone!
The Barefoot Runners Society was established to assist barefoot runners connect with each other to build a stronger and more enduring sport. You don’t have to run alone, when the hundreds of members of the Barefoot Runners Society are ready to assist and support you and your bare feet! Check out the Barefoot Runners Society!