Will minimalist running shoes prevent knee and hip pain? Does Barefoot running cure pain?

[@jonassundqvist5213]

I used to have knee and hip pain and I also have flat feet. Then about 18 months ago I got a pair of Merrel Vapor Glove after watching this channel. It took me about 6 months to build up strength to run more than 10 km but after those months I did a marathon, >100 km per week a couple of times without any problem. Before I could just never run that far because I would get pain somewhere. Now I also use Vibram KSO EVO or just barefoot. Thanks Steve!

[@kalclashfitness]

Thank you so much for such a lovely comment! I'm glad to know I was able to be part of your journey! Keep it up - sounds like you're on top of the world!

[@markwalsh6714]

I’ve worn vibrams for 9 years and have never had hip and knee pain. In fact no injury at all. It’s been amazing responsive running.

[@kalclashfitness]

Thanks dude. I think I'm on year 9ish too!! Never any pain or injuries either!!

[@jonassundqvist5213]

@@kalclashfitness What about that toe? :-)

[@kalclashfitness]

@@jonassundqvist5213 the toe is still a problem unfortunately 😖 I keep meaning to do a video about it in more detail!

[@Cinqlad]

Gday mate, Been running in vibrams/Merrell s for about a year after watching your videos - absolutely changed my life for the better. Nothing beats that free/liberating feeling of flying along on the balls of the feet ! I too suffered from knee/back pain from heel striking in chunky trainers and am now pain free. Also the calf gains are sweet. Cheers mate.

[@kalclashfitness]

Haha calve gains for the win!!!! Glad I was able to help you man

[@charliefischer1936]

I had severe knee, hip and lower back pain that the thought of running was a no go for me. I then bought Vibrams KSO that were on clearance and my life changed! A few years later I now run 5K for fun with absolutely no injuries! I hike mountains in vibrams. Life changing for sure! I also was told I was not a runner because of my flat feet. Now I have and arch and running is my life!

[@oldnotwise71]

Discovered xero sandles nearly a year ago and purchased my first Vibram 5 fingers V Alphas a couple of months ago. I haven't looked back since and at the young age of 49 I'm rediscovering a love of running. So much so that I ordered a pair of insulated V trails as Canada gets pretty chilly for 6 months of the year. Love the content and the information and I'm happy that I found your channel.

[@roylin1539]

I transition to five finger shoes after having massive knee and hip pain running 1 mile with running shoes. Thank you to your video and that supported me with confidence! My first run of barefoot was taking your advice and taking off my runners and running barefoot. That is still my best memory of running! Many Thanks Buddy!

[@mariofernandez7257]

I’ve been doing a good mix of both bare foot running and trainers I’ve felt better when running. I see the improvements of the bare foot running even when running in trainers. This had really changed the way I’ve been running and it’s helped reduce injuries as well

[@michaellortz3766]

It did for me, I haven’t had knee pain ever since I started running in vibrams. It’s been like 4 years and 3 pairs. Ive recently been using the merrell vapor glove too, awesome shoes.

[@kalclashfitness]

3 pairs over 4 years is good going too! Do you keep hold of your old ones for the memories like I do? 😂

[@michaellortz3766]

Kalclash Fitness V haha oh yeah.

[@christianlangfield9303]

Hi Steve, it's been my experience too that switching to minimal footwear has helped to stop the injuries I was getting from running, but it was just one (important) piece of a larger pie. I took up running about 10 years ago and did the standard thing of buying cushioned shoes with too much heel lift and narrow forefoot. I ended up with problems with my knees and the doc referred me to a physio. The pysio helped me realise the importance of strengthening the muscles needed for running and I started learning about good running form which led me to minimal/barefoot running shoes because zero drop, wide and reduced cushion is better for learning that. I realise now that having strong feet that work properly is better than relying on the shoes for cushioning/energy return etc. 'Normal' shoes feel too stiff and cramped now so I ended up selling all my shoes on eBay and switched to Vivobarefoot (for casual and work) and Xero, Altra and Inov-8 for running. I've been injury-free ever since. I started barefoot hiking a few years ago to strengthen my feet and that's become a major hobby, I've built up to doing regular 15 mile walks in the Yorkshire Dales most weekends, about 90% of the time barefoot. I wouldn't go as far as barefoot running, prefer the grip and protection of minimal shoes for that. In summary I think getting stronger has been the key thing, and especially strong feet which is often overlooked. And developing better running form from people who understand the proper mechanics such as yourself.

[@kalclashfitness]

What an amazing comment. You're absolutely right as well. The strengthening of your feet, as well as your ankles and lower legs in general really make up the difference that protects against injury and makes you an all round better runner! Sounds like you're absolutely smashing it dude!

[@christianlangfield9303]

@@kalclashfitness thanks dude. Yeah strength and mobility are really important for performance and injury prevention in most sports, I didn't realise how important for running until I got injured so that's one suggestion for your channel, to do more strength and running technique videos, there's an endless amount of material there! By the way I've seen some other people mention Altra, if you try them I recommend the Escalate Racer, I think you'll find all the others too squishy (as I did) especially if you're used to very little cushion from Vibrams etc.

[@eilonrusso2276]

Keep going this is what I have to say! Waiting for your videos all the time

[@kalclashfitness]

Thank you so much for the support ❤️💪🏼

[@TirnanHealy]

I was concerned you stop making videos, so glad you’re still doing them, and making gains too! I’ve been running in barefoot shoes for years, I’m trying to add Altras into the mix, to engage more of a variety of muscles. Recently I had one of my first injuries in a long while, maybe they are connected. If I get injured again I’m going to go exclusives minimalist again!

[@kalclashfitness]

Ah man sorry to hear that. Yeah it's worth going back to minimalist to see if it gets you back on track

[@juanverde88ify]

Barefoot running style changed my life and the way I see running ... one of my biggest fitness discovery .

[@kalclashfitness]

Glad to hear it Juan! So many people go their entire lives without realising there's a better way

[@Lenny1656]

Currently transitioning to barefoot running using the merrell vapour glove & loving it. Your videos have been a massive help to me. Cheers Steve. 💪🏼

[@kalclashfitness]

Thanks dude, hope the transition goes well!!

[@aqasanu1992]

Solid advice as always. You've shared that life got 'turned upside down' and 'inside out'. I hope it's all coming together for you, 'keep it rolling'.

[@annclev3462]

Great to see you back. I run barefoot on the treadmill. Had to send my Vibrams back as I couldn’t get the right foot to fit properly. I use Merralls foot glove and love them - bought them after seeing your video

[@kalclashfitness]

Good to hear you run barefoot on the treadmill! The merrells are a great shoe but for some reason I can't get them to fit me properly 🤦

[@chrisclark4640]

Great news on the Minimalist running videos to come Steve look forward to it stay safe mate cheers

[@kalclashfitness]

Thanks dude, lots more to come

[@johnwood124]

hello Steve...... please please carry on...... i'm lucky enough to own vibram v trail, kso evo and v run plus others from merrell which i love and most importantly cured my plantar facia pain i had in both feet for a couple of years...... so i personally have a lot to thank you for cos if it wasn't for your enthusiasm and commitment i'd still be spending out trying to find my cure...... well done Steve!!!!!!!

[@kalclashfitness]

Thanks John, that's awesome to hear! I'm glad I was able to be part of your journey!!!

[@aladinmarkseaforth8112]

I was about to give up running due to knee and ankle injury. I'm a heal strike runner but I'm going to try bare feet running in park. Will keep you posted. Many thanks Aladin

[@spang1e858]

Happy to help out mate. Thanks for the content.

[@kalclashfitness]

Thank you! 🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻

[@giovannigica559]

Totally agree from Italy! No more back and knee pain since 1 and half year now since I started run with fivefingers. Thank you very much for sharing your tips and valuable experiences.

[@paulomarques1795]

I just found your channel while trying to persuade a friend to try minimalist shoes, after he complained about shin splits. Thank you for what you're doing!

[@dennisjr3335]

Great video ! Keep them coming ! I’ve been running on and off with barefoot shoes these past years, the transition from cushioned sneakers was rough , but it was well worth it! I have more control of my feet and running now , it’s like going from automatic to manual with a car !

[@kalclashfitness]

That's a good analgy dude - although I recently switch from manual to automatic on my car and I'm never going back!!

[@skyler696]

Great video, keep the content coming! I transitioned to vibrams, currently using vivobarefoots, been running in minimalist shoes for a couple of years now as my feet get stronger I get better. I wear minimalist smart shoes for my day work wear too now, they look a bit odd compared to "normal" shoes but can't go back to wearing foot prisons :)

[@kalclashfitness]

Foot prisons! Love that!! I really need to check out more of the Vivo range

[@freljunggren]

Great video, keep going! :) I would love a diet video/current fitness schedule video.

[@kalclashfitness]

You got it!!! ❤️💪🏼

[@CSWells-uq4jx]

I’m currently gearing up to start wearing vibrams after about a year of running in super supportive brooks adrenalines. I have suffered from runners knee in my right leg, Achilles pain in my left, and foot pain in both. Not to mention sprained ankles about 2x yearly since I was 14. I kept putting more and more inserts in my shoes hoping to make the pain go away, and nothing worked. So, for the last three months I’ve been working on changing my foot strike to a forefoot strike from the heel strike I had been using. This alone has already decreased my pain tremendously. Knee pain, gone. Achilles pain, gone. However my forefoot keeps going numb like it’s not getting circulation after about 2 miles. So, I’m going to try vibrams to see if my toes being able to move helps with that. We will see. Thanks for the videos.:)

[@tri4arda]

Barefoot running re-learned me how to run, even in traditional shoes i now run differently than i did. I looked in to them after a knee problem and felt like i ran heavier than an OX.

[@kalclashfitness]

Nothing beats then for learning correct technique!!

[@samuelhearn8601]

Can I ask what your knee problem was?

[@BishopIsJustHappyToBeHere]

I am doing my part by leaving a comment! Also, minimalist > leg breaking shoes

[@kalclashfitness]

Thank you for the comment - it really does help!

[@andrewfox2002]

Two months into barefoot running in my vibrams and I love it. Thanks for the awesome content

[@kalclashfitness]

No worries, glad to hear it's all working for you!

[@alastairpeat2142]

glad to see more content

[@kalclashfitness]

Thanks dude 🤙🏻

[@SallaKaarinaS]

January this year I registered to first 5k mid night running competition with my collegues with no running experience whatsoever. I just thought it would be easy as just put sneakers on and run but little did I know it wasn’t as simple as that... My story is VERY similar to yours how I got into minimalist running shoes or barefoot shoes. I got lots of hip, shin, knee, achilles, heel pains and then got super padded shoes with pronation support that was recommended to me and it got even worse and had to have couple of weeks recovery after every run and finally after almost half an year I tried to run with my barefoot shoes that I’ve been using mainly just for walking around as my therapy and recovery shoes and my eyes have been opened since then. Almost instantly I got rid of running pains that pretty much prevented me enjoying running at all. Now it’s my new favourite hobby and I’m NEVER going back to conventional running shoes!

[@fintanmcalister4173]

Love your videos mate

[@kalclashfitness]

Thank you so much!

[@ignacio2763]

Comment for comment. Seriously though, I just started running seriously and your channel has helped a good amount. I've owned vapor glove 3s for about 2 years and walked around a lot with them so I'm somewhat used to barefoot/minimalist activities. Plus since I'm just started running, my cardio isn't high enough to over strain my feet/legs due to wearing the vapor gloves. Current goal is to go under 25mins for 5k within next month or two and hopefully in less than a year break 20mins. I am a 20 year old male, good nutrition (vegan for almost 2 years and mainly whole foods), so I'm hoping I'll break 20mins within a year.

[@kalclashfitness]

Hey dude, sounds like you're doing awesome! Good diet, solid running and minimalist! Keep it up!!!

[@beyond990]

Dude some serious bulk being laid down mate! Currently I’m running 5 fingers or zero drop shoes Astra’s for the longer run, definitely has helped me keep rolling and i always have the biggest smile after a 5 finger run :-D

[@kalclashfitness]

I'll have to try the Astra's mate. Do you recommend them?

[@beyond990]

Kalclash Fitness V Mate I hate auto correct what i meant to type was Altra and i use the Escalante 2.0, i use these for my longer runs over half marathon, they are light weight and zero drop with about 18mm of padding. You still have to run with good barefoot form as there is not enough heel padding to heel strike. The outsole rubber seems to be hard wearing and grippy all together a good shoe. Would love to hear your thoughts i them if you get the chance.

[@jackfrancis1475]

Great video. Funny to see the retrospective video analysis

[@Maccalad]

Started minimalist running in Xero prio after watching your videos about 6 months ago and loving it. The calf pain that was there for the first month has completely subsided and now no injuries. My favourite part is feeling your feet get stronger and adapt every run

[@kalclashfitness]

Ah that's great to hear! Yeah it's awesome knowing that with every run your body is getting stronger rather than your joints taking a bashing!

[@victorarnott]

I used to suffer from stiffness in the ankles with traditional trainers. Changed to the Merrell Trail Glove 5 and have not looked back. Rediscover the joy of running

[@kimwarner6050]

I'm here from your other video. My knees have started to bother me after 25 years of running. I've been wearing altras to work and on 10 mile walks. I'm convinced it's my shoes giving me problems. A lttle after I started to run in max cushioned shoes is when my problems began. My barefoot journey will begin next week.

[@aussie-luke]

Hi mate, just seen this video and "the" other one. I started running in merrell vapor gloves and vivobarefoot shoes recently that a friend gave me to try. I LOVE them and it's almost instantly fixed my knee pain. It also makes running FUN - especially when running on slightly rough trails where you have to really look where you're stepping to dodge rocks and sticks. I am still doing some faster runs each week in my regular cushioned running shoes, but the plan is to get some zero-drop, lightly cushioned Altras to use for this instead.

[@martijngeven4898]

I haven’t run for 10 years due to bad knees and hip. So I started running again 3 weeks ago on vibram fivefingers. No problems with my knees and hip but boy oh boy do my calfs hurt as a mother....... I’m hoping that will clear up soon But thanks for the video’s it tipped the scale for me going the barefoot route. Thanks from Holland.

[@bpg201]

I love minimalist shoes. Vibrams were my first love. I don't run in them exclusively anymore. I actually like Xero shoes better now....and I alternate between them and Altras (not quite minimalist...but still zero drop and very comfortable.) Even just for casual use I wear Xero shoes/sandals as much as I can to keep my feet strong.

[@kalclashfitness]

I'll have to try the Altras at some point. The big thing for me is that they're zero drop - as long as the padding isn't too much...

[@rcfromtx9358]

I switched to Xero HFS shoes several weeks ago and have been really happy with them. Like you mentioned, I wouldn't say that going barefoot or wearing barefoot shoes is a miracle cure. But I think it can help tremendously. In the past couple of months, my feet to grow stronger and my running form has improved. No more overstriding, heel striking (which HURTS in barefoot shoes), etc. The things combined seem to have made me much less injury prone.

[@sallylancaster340]

I moved to minimalist shoes about 7 years ago. I had been having constant shin splints issues with ‘normal’ running shoes but these vanished when I changed to minimalist shoes. I used to run in Vivobarefoot but their style doesn’t fit my wide feet anymore and I finally braved VFF this year and I absolutely love them! I run mainly trail and was meant to do my first trail marathon this year (cheers Covid for postponing that one 😒) but running in my new V Trek, thanks to your video recommending them, is great fun!

[@sazji]

I started running several years ago and at the advice of a runner friend, got fitted with “good” running shoes. When I started I really didn’t think I’d enjoy it. But I did, and went in a few months from being unable to run a mile to running 5. My cardiovascular system loved it but my knees did not. I tried reducing it but it didn’t let up, so I ended up stopping. Luckily I still walked and biked a lot. So now I learned about “barefoot” shoes and got a pair since I spent most of my youth barefoot, and they are wonderful. After a month or so I started wondering if I could run in them. I started very slow; short distances to get used to a new way of running. At first I still heel struck, which I stopped very quickly. 😅 Then I overdid it a little in the forward direction and had sore/tight calves. Eventually I did get a good stride and worked on my cadence, and was careful to do short distances at a time. Really short, like half a mile. But I had some pain in my left calf, about halfway up. I went back to walking and it cleared up in a day, but I still held off for a week. Today I went out again for the first time and was careful, but it’s back. Not debilitating, I can walk with it no problem, but no way am I going to run with that. I’ll try and get it checked out soon. On the other hand, the knees feel great. :-)

[@60698cr]

The community will held you out mate! Keep it up 👍🏻

[@kalclashfitness]

I'm very overwhelmed by all the support to be honest!!

[@anthonyderrane6403]

Hello bigman. Keep up the good work 📽

[@kalclashfitness]

Thank you dude 🤙🏻

[@jiteshkumar-fz9fj]

Hi , firstly thank you and a great video. I ran good 6 months barefoot (just wanted to give it a try, I had no pain issues). My personal opinion Pros are that my form got better, the cadence improved by a good 5-6 steps per minute, lesser stress on the knees for sure. Cons i believe is the Achilles are a bit extra strained, maybe a little extra strain on the calves too. Presently I mix it up slow recovery days are barefoot days, fast tempo days are with running shoes.

[@kalclashfitness]

Hey man. I think the key is finding what works for you personality and sticking to it. It sounds like you've done that. Also sometimes the Achilles can hurt because of ill fitting shoes. For example the vapor glove hurt my Achilles

[@rikstam6903]

i work in a running store so sometimes i still try normal running shoes from time to time and I always get pain in my knees and achilles. NEVER had these problems in my merrels and vivo's so yeah.

[@kalclashfitness]

Sometimes you need to go back just to realise you were in the right path in the first place!

[@robertleo3561]

I just started using the skinners, best minimalist shoes I've tried so far!

[@kimhall50]

I had a knee injury in my early 30s that never healed and was gradually getting worse and my other knee was starting to hurt. 20+ years later I switched to barefoot running shoes to walk my dogs an hour everyday. It took a few months but my knee pain went away completely and is still gone at 60. I do have tired feet muscle soreness causing me to stretch my feet a lot but that's good, means I'm giving my feet a workout. Also I notice I walk much more quietly now, accidentally creeping up on people in the grocery store or whatever

[@PandemicalShade]

Posture training and barefoot walking (later barefoot running, too) fixed all of my biomechanical problems and massively increased my physical health and fitness. But the transitioning from decades of shod to a barefoot lifestyle is a slow and steady process and it took me about 2 years of almost daily "training" to reach a state of leisurely barefoot running on any kind of ground. In the end, however, the path to greatness has to be tread barefoot!

[@kalclashfitness]

Ah mate, 2 years is a long one! Well done for preserving - it sounds like it was worth it!!!

[@CarnivoreCole]

Hey mate 👋 your the reason I switch to vibrams a few years back. Because your story is very similar to mine with the shin splints...ect I gave it a go and haven't looked back. Keep up the great work, all the best 👍

[@junglisttt]

All love for the one like Kalclash!!!! Ever tried Altra shoes? I am hooked!

[@kalclashfitness]

Thank you! I never have but I need to try!

[@madmantronixx7998]

I’ve ran in Bikila Evo’s for the past 5 years, no issues at all. I get 1000 miles out of a pair too so well worth the investment.

[@kalclashfitness]

Nice! That's a bloody good amount of mileage from one pair!!!!

[@ericniedzielski5259]

madmantronixx do they still make bikilas? Kalclash gives super good reviews and they seem to be more durable than the v run they sell now. But for $130 I wanna make sure I get a good dirabale VFF

[@madmantronixx7998]

Eric Niedzielski they are now the V-Run. They rebranded the model. The V-Run will last you ages mate.

[@rbndmmr]

In my case absolutely Yes! I couldn't run more than a few 100 meters before. Physicians and physiotherapists couldn't help me. Barefoot running changed everything for me.

[@kalclashfitness]

Very pleased to hear that! People reading the comments will be encouraged to hear your story!!

[@juanmanuelmb6881]

Thanks man, just bought my first fivefingers after watching your videos. Let's see how they go. Cheers

[@Chrissummerill]

Found a video on Facebook from 5 years ago last week, it was my first run in Vibrams and my kids filmed it. So many naysayers in the comments section at the time. I reposted it. 21 miles is now my furthest run in Vibrams. Whilst training for a 42 mile ultra marathon, which I then ran in Altra zero drop minimalist running shoes. I Made sure I tagged all the doubters in it. Hahaha. The ultra marathon was almost a year to the day after I came out of a spinal brace too. Got hit by a car, double spinal fracture. 15 months later I ran a 42 mile Ultra through the Brecon Beacons, in 50 mph winds in minimal shoes. Imagine how much ‘better’ I would have done in shoes with ‘support’. Ha! #barefoot #minimal

[@nathanrothwell8972]

Video on the lifting/running breakdown?

[@kalclashfitness]

Will do good sir! I'll try to get something up within the week

[@broly4544]

More running tips please especially for Barefoot shoes please.

[@kalclashfitness]

Will do!

[@seidshot]

Your videos are very helpful. Thanks to your videos, I wear 5 fingers, trail glove and newton distance 9.

[@kalclashfitness]

Oh nice! What are the distance 9's like?

[@seidshot]

like you described previous generations of newtons, the front lugs propel you. I love them!

[@kalclashfitness]

For sure, they're always my go to race shoe! Love them!!

[@crookedsonglines]

...absolutely...if you are experiencing knee, shin or hip pains, a careful transition to barefoot will make a huge difference. i have been running in vibram 5 fingers for 2 years and all my pains disappeared as soon as i shifted from cushioned shoes. but definitely start slow.

[@kalclashfitness]

For sure you're absolutely right. It's all about a careful transition if you want pain free minimal running long term!

[@evenaughton7820]

Am just beginning to look at minimalist footwear and how it might help with hip issues - going to give barefoot running a go 👍🏃‍♀️

[@dieselchick1]

I know you haven’t added a video for a little while, but will you be reviewing more barefoot shoes? What are your thoughts on the Xero HFS running shoe. Of course my all time fav’s are my vibram five fingers, but when I’m feeling like a change, I thought I would try those. You’re my favorite on KZbin!

[@ianball9354]

Just bought a pair of barefoot walking boots... not for running.... interesting to hear but I’m discovering I’m probably arthritic so not sure they will make a difference to what is a degenerative condition.... but I’m leaving a comment as requested..... liked the warmth of presentation. Thank you.

[@MegaWholeMilk]

I’m going back to my Vibrams. It helped my knee pain when running, but I got lazy and stopped wearing them. Low and behold, the knee pain came back. Hopefully I’ll stick with it this time.

[@RossNixon]

Your sound is fine. Don't know who said you need a better microphone.

[@kalclashfitness]

Thanks dude, that's good to know!! I think I obsess over the small things like that

[@piotrwronka8739]

Totally agree. Barefoot running feels so good. Minimalist running is a good substitute.

[@kalclashfitness]

That's right dude. Both are good and both are far better than your 'traditional' shoe

[@Damian-rl7bz]

Im using barefoot shoes now for 3 years and some months, and it has changed a lot of things in beneficial parts ! The only thing i'd advise is that it kindoff enlights ur physical problems where u never had any idea u had them ! (happened to me when i wanted to give a go to running after 6 months in them and i had to stop 2 days after and have 3 months of legs recovery coz actually, i didnt know my glutes and lateral legs muscles were so weak ! (the ones that helps u stabilize the legs and feet posture actually) But that problem was already there before the shoes switch, but kinda hidden. Further example, i use casual non barefoot flip flops for inside the house and after too much time into it i started to have back pain. Then switched to having inside amazon barefoot shoes (that are just for inside and held good for winters) and instantly i felt a relief ! So... to sum it up, yes, it can helps alleviate pain and get rid of some, make you grow super muscles in feet, calves etc, but in my opinion, the issues u had previously u gotta be aware and tend to them in order to have a balanced physical body. Thanks for reading xD

[@mosheklasovsky1176]

Great content!

[@colinfrost1239]

Great info👍

[@kurtwostyn1110]

My first comment on the internet ever! I walk around barefoot in my house and use Merrell Vapor Gloves as regular shoes (work, shopping ...). They may not be the nicest looking but they work great for me. I used to run in minimal shoes up to marathon distance. The Merrell Road Glove was my favorite shoe. I do not like the staring when running in FiveFingers or having to explain why I run in them. The tread pattern of the Trail Glove feels like pebbles on the road and I find the Vapor Glove too minimalist for off-road running. Still looking out for minimalist shoes to go back to. So I transitioned back to regular shoes (for my running only) and found I ran faster in them as I no longer feel every twig on the ground.

[@maddacheeb808]

These are a bit beefier from most minimalist shoes but you could try New Balance's Minimus Trail 10. I had them for a short while but I bought too small a size and stopped wearing them.

[@kalclashfitness]

I feel honoured to receive your first ever internet comment! I totally get the reluctance for wearing VFF and the comments that come with them! Ultimately you have to go with what works for you!

[@anderskallstrom1635]

Sounds like you are looking for Altra running shoes. My friend loves them. They are wide and have zero drop, but with a thicker sole.

[@kimjakobsson8395]

Maxx gainz gym, where can i get a membership? 😉💪👍

[@kalclashfitness]

You've got a lifetime membership my man! ⚔️

[@kimjakobsson8395]

@@kalclashfitness perfect! 👌🏋️‍♂️

[@familymediacablevasquez8563]

Im gonna take my shoes off tomorrow - feeling inspired

[@kafsoftware]

In the past, I have suffered from a myriad of running-related injuries and have tried many different types of shoe. About 3 years ago I started running in Altra (zero-drop) shoes as a means to transition to Vibram Five Fingers soon after. This worked well and for over 3 years I have suffered from most of my old injuries. Within a couple of months of purchasing my first pair of Five Fingers I ran a hilly half marathon with no problems. Some time ago I was diagnosed with arthritis in one knee (caused by fell racing) and advised not to run by the Doc; that was not going to happen! Running in minimalist shoes (Five Fingers and Altra Escalante Racers) has kept this injury under control and it has even improved it. I am currently running at least 50kms per week and I am in my late 50s. PS They are really comfy for any use.

[@kalclashfitness]

Ah mate I absolutely love hearing stories like this! I'm so pleased to hear minimal running has extended your running and your health! Long may it continue

[@sbali182]

Great to see you back,Steve! Would love to see your review on the vff v-alpha! Are u still plant based? Cheers

[@kalclashfitness]

I am mate. Also v alpha review is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZPFiamEqNyYmZI 🤙🏻

[@sbali182]

@@kalclashfitness Awesome, mate! Really looking fwd to your daily meals videos! Keep them coming!

[@Brunitobrunon]

I suffered numerous sprained ankle back in my younger days (basketball) due to not resting enough and then it became a chronic instability (meaning my ligaments are loose, prone to injury and feeling of unstability), which im still suffering in a way (my fault for keeping on dancing while in pain- the swing fever). Anyway, now, 25yo ive retaken running (i used to do 10k and halfM.. decent timing too, sub40 in 10k, 19yo) but noticed that regular shoes didnt feel quite right so I bought the 5fingers, used them twice and no signs of instability for now. Still early to tell but i have good vibes.

[@kalclashfitness]

Nice dude! Hopefully the VFF will help to build your stability! Just take things slow and steady to start! Enjoy!!

[@zacharyfaulkner8503]

Would love a video on transitioning to barefoot shoes if you already run high mileage in high stacked shoes

[@nioxic77]

regarding athritis. a lot of people have it. For most it's caused by inflammation, in the joints. remove inflammatory foods, from your diet CAN help it. (Worth a shot, if you suffer from this!) :) Anyways. great lil' video! interesting for me, looking for some "barefoot running info" i'm still very much in doubt. should i run in "minimalist shoes" ?ACTUAL barefoot? Run on what? sidewalk? asphalt? grass?

[@nathanramirez3989]

I just switched to Vivo shoes and I love them. No pain so far and I run on pavement

[@bpg201]

...Highly recommend the Xero HFS or Speed Force models. I think they blow the Xero Prio away....

[@kalclashfitness]

I like the sound of the speed force!!!

[@Katsumato0]

same experience. I had to switch back to regular shoes due to gross work environment and the problems came back. No longer work there and I can wear finger shoes. No pain now

[@kalclashfitness]

Nice! I'm glad to hear you were able to switch back!!

[@RealOrbit-Australia]

Hello, great vid. Good job

[@robertgallagher2226]

I keep getting extensor tendinitis from minimalist sandals.

[@kalclashfitness]

I've never tried the sandals. A lot of people have recommended them. Are you sure it's caused by the sandals? Maybe the fit of them?

[@robertgallagher2226]

@@kalclashfitness I think the super- thin sandals might be the problem. I'm trying some thicker trail sandals now.

[@TERROR-FPS]

I’ve got super wide and flat feet, running in running shoes is extremely painful for me, been running in barefoot shoes for a week and 0 pain atall so far. I was wondering if you could review the shoes I got, they are 30 quid of amazon, to see if they are actually any good “WHITIN Unisex Wide Toe Minimalist Trail Running Barefoot Shoes” subbed!!

[@dancooney377]

Loving the content Steve, do you own Amy barefoot lifestyle shoes? If so what’s your favourite? What your go to road running shoe these days? My only barefoot shoe is the vapour glove 4. I’m in love but want to purchase some different shoes for different occasions.

[@kalclashfitness]

Hey man, Ive not come across the Amy barefoot shoes - I'll have to check them out. The VFF v-run will always be my first choice I thknk

[@glenscott8367]

I’m in 2 minds, I have knee pain and get shin splints easily, I’m not a beginner runner by any means but I have flat feet and it always causes me issues it’s so frustrating

[@kalclashfitness]

Just take the shoes off and run in socks mate. See how it feels...

[@glenscott8367]

Kalclash Fitness V definitely gonna give it a go see how I get on, cheers

[@plplplpl9558]

hey, thanks for your videos , it really help to make a transition. Besides, it is nice to listen a british accent for ones ;)

[@katerinastruncova611]

Hi again! So today I ran for the first time in my brand new five fingers. This is how I feel about them. They do not affect my bunion at all, since being soft like socks they do not put pressure on it. However, I find the big toe area quite tight. It's ok so far, but I have space around all toes, except the big toe. Maybe I would need one size up. I am not sure, but it was quite nice to take them off after two hours. Overall, I love them and will try them out as often as I can! I can feel pain in my calves after the run, which is exactly as described in your videos. Nothing major, but I can see how new muscles are engaged in a new way. I have my hip pain back.. Awful! The cause won't probably be the shoes.

[@kalclashfitness]

Hey Kate, I would say just take things slowly. Really focus on technique and see how your body reacts. The toe area might loosen up a bit through wear.

[@jezlucas3878]

Cheers steve

[@FedericoLancerin]

Omg Steve I followed your videos for a little while about 2 years ago. You're so ripped now! You look like you could kill someone with 1 punch XD. Saitama approves. More on topic, I started running in 5-fingers after running my first 21km with regular high heels Asics shoes and having one of my knees hurt for about a week! I have been running with 5-fingers and Altras ever since and the knee pain is completely gone! (Now some minor inner-tight pain came out on longer runs, but I think it's just because I'm not training so regularly, so when I push beyond my fitness level I feel the consequences :P)

[@kalclashfitness]

Haha thanks dude, hopefully I won't be launching anyone any time soon 😁 Glad to hear minimal running has helped you! Just make sure you listen to your body and recover well!

[@htfcm]

Besides Vibram’s what are your favorite minimalist shoes?

[@HenryTheBoilermaker3rdYear]

I've gotten blisters using them. Vibrams shoes never again. And the insole durability is terrible in the toe area. I can't believe people still use them. And I did get knee joint pain using them.

[@kalclashfitness]

Blisters can be prevented, but can't argue the 2nd point to be fair the durability is not good considering the price.

[@eilonrusso2276]

Well maybe use socks to prevent blisters and learn to run to prevent pain just on this channel there's great videos to learn technique, I've learned my own technique through this channel and I'm doing great no knee and lower back pain that I had anymore

[@HenryTheBoilermaker3rdYear]

@@eilonrusso2276 I do use 5 toe socks.

[@HenryTheBoilermaker3rdYear]

@@kalclashfitness how you prevent blister when I use sock. And don't tell me to use tapes because people don't have time for that. I don't even need tapes for normal running shoes.

[@kalclashfitness]

Have you tried talc? Also sometimes I found having them too big caused blisters

[@machotk3664]

Halo

[@kalclashfitness]

Hey 😁

[@cordboyette3804]

I can’t wear vibrams but I love Xero shoes

[@kalclashfitness]

Xero are good man, not my first choice but a really solid shoe. I know loads of people that swear by them

[@katerinastruncova611]

Hi, thank you for uploading the video in order to answer my question. The only thing you did not cover was the problem with a bunion. Are the shoes too narrow? I have bought a pair now, waiting for it to arrive. I will test it and see how it goes. It might be useful info for many people who suffer from bunions. And I will see whether my knee and hip pain improves or not. Thank you a lot for this 😊

[@kalclashfitness]

Hey, sorry I did mean to mention this. It will depend on the size of the bunion. As long as you can get the shoes on, then hopefully it shouldn't cause you any discomfort

[@katerinastruncova611]

@@kalclashfitness the bunion isn't that big, but any narrow shoe causes it to ache. I am so keen on trying thoes shoes out, even just for walking. I will soon know and then can give feedback on it if someone is interested 😊

[@wuxi8773]

same for me

[@kalclashfitness]

Nice! I think a lot of people find it helps - the hardest part is actually trying it out!!

[@RossNixon]

Interesting. My ITB pain comes on even with walking 1 km now, wearing shoes. I'll do a 3.5km barefoot run in about 4 days time to see what happens.

[@kalclashfitness]

Are you used to running barefoot? If not I'd recommend starting at 1km and then building up from there...

[@RossNixon]

@@kalclashfitness One jog last year. One 5km race on March 7th, and I *loved* it, well apart from the calf muscle DOMS afterwards, haha!

[@kalclashfitness]

Haha in that case I think the 3.5k might give you doms too. My advice would be take it slow and you'll thank me later!!

[@treyjones5240]

Where is the old shed that you used to film from? The one where all the old wore Vibrams were hanging? Did your old lady make you give it up? No more man cave?

[@kalclashfitness]

Hey dude, thank you for the message. I covered all my life changes and ups and downs in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/moPTZKCNgL-jbck the shed is gone for now

[@geraldinegranado3386]

Interesting.. will this work for growing teens who have hip & knee issues?

[@rkaptynable]

Thx

[@alasdaircarstairs9767]

Do you do any maintenance on your feet and calves between runs? Stretches, massages, treatments, exercises?

[@kalclashfitness]

Hey dude try this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fquQpJRjZ62DbZI