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Shin Splints were the reason I found barefoot / unshod running. After my first half marathon, and not being able to run for 3 months after that (due to stress fractures) I started up again just to have the pain come back. So I unshod and ran. I have not had ANY shin pain since.. I have screwy feet and a screwy landing. Running Barefoot / Unshod corrects that! How? Well try taking off your shoes and running on your heels or outer foot! Doesn’t work!! I also thought I would throw in some info on Shin Splints since there are many this will be a major reason to try barefooting! Continue reading →