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Thursday 16 January 2014

Barefoot Running In The Snow





Barefoot Running in the Snow


Barefoot Running Technique


Winter time again,  and as we look out, we see snow. We have heard of running barefoot in the snow, but would we like to give it a go?   For those of you who wish to try, I have some advice which is born of experience.

I AM NOT RECOMMENDING BAREFOOT RUNNING IN THE SNOW, INJURIES COULD OCCUR


However, for those that wish to try, I have learnt the following from experience and now I do not have any difficulties when I run barefoot in the snow


VIDEO: 10 Minute Extract Of Me Barefoot Running In The Snow








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ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS

Be careful when snow melts and then hardens, it is very sharp and you can get some nasty cuts
When running barefoot in the snow, you should only use a route you are familiar with. Snow can conceal items that could hurt your feet, so stay focused, and avoid snow where you are not sure of what is beneath it
Avoid running through slush on roads, because possibly it has been mixed with salt, which would make the temperature of the slush much lower, therefore becoming more unpleasant for you.
Of the different types of outdoor surfaces, i.e  earth, asphalt or concrete, normally earth is slightly warmer. 
If wet asphalt is part of your route, you need to change direction, this surface is very bad for creating blisters.

 

BAREFOOT RUNNING TRANSITIONAL FOOTWEAR

When I started Barefoot Running I build up without minimialist shoes and it was sometimes very difficult. with what I know now I would have made the transition using a minimalist shoe.







YOUR ACTIVITY

Same as when normally running barefoot, Start slowly you need to get used to the cold. Don’t go out when it is very cold, follow your intuition , probably when it has snowed but is only about 0 c degrees, not for example  -10c  this is how I build up every year, Due to the unusual conditions you will certainly experience sensations that are not normal,  but over time you get used to it.
For a new barefoot snow runner, I would build up distance slowly, once again follow your intuition, if you did only 300 meters to start, that would certainly give you a good introduction
If you are serious, I suggest going every alternative day, to harden feet quicker. If you leave to long a break it is like starting again.
The most important thing is not to stop, while you are moving you are generating heat and the blood circulation will keep you warm. But if you stop you will freeze, so keep going.

 
THIS IS PART OF A PLAYLIST OF ME BAREFOOT RUNNING IN THE SNOW




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If one trains continually in the cold weather, to protect the exposed parts of the body, the mind sends extra blood to the feet. This forms a protective padding on the soles. This fat does not have blood cells and the way the fat is made up works to keep the feet warm.   So the body is working with you to keep you as warm as possible. I can genuinely say, that no matter how freezing it is, (I have run in -12c) in the snow, and also on hard melted snow, that between 10 and 15 minutes after I start, my feet are warm and comfortable


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YOUR HEALTH

Running barefoot in the snow means you have to especially listen to your body, if anything starts to hurt, or go numb you need to stop, also any serious color change you should stop.  You need to be very sensible, and don’t take risks
You definitely will experience different sensations, for example for a while you will not be able to feel your feet in the normal way, you will get used to this after a while
Be aware of the skin color, this could indicate frost bite , however, if you build up slow the blood circulation would keep your feet warm, as I have said from personal experience, the feet are warm after about 10 minutes,
After the run, you will need a cleaning cloth and towel, to clean and dry your feet.  Also when you are running barefoot in snow, your feet swell, this factor and the fact that the senses in your feet differ , means it is not easy to put your trainers back on, so I carry a small shoe horn, that makes the task of putting shoes on much easier.
Make sure you are warmly dressed, you need good gloves, hat and lip salve, by keeping your body warm, the warm blood circulates into the feet, and of course that is a major part of the warming process
When you finish running barefoot, soak your feet in a warm bowl of water, with some salt, so if you have slight abrasions, this will act as an antiseptic, and the warm water will warm the whole body
Look after your feet, any cuts, after thoroughly cleansing, spray with anti –septic and put a plaster on. I always do this and I have never had a problem with my feet.

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Connection To The Earth

i was aware that the Tree Stance in Chi Kung was considered to be the most important basis for the whole practice of Chi Kung and is also a key part in Tai Chi.
Additionally, the mountain pose in Yoga is a very important linking exercise between the asanas.
So for thousands of years it has been a known fact that connecting with the earth was essential for increasing the well being and performance of the human body.

I knew this to be the case, however, it was with great delight that i discovered that western science is now certain of the tremendous health benefits of barefoot activity for the human body.
When one walks barefoot in the grass or by the sea you feel really good and that is because you are making a direct connection with the earth.  But in our daily lives it seems very difficult to make this barefoot connection.

Their are very clear physical and scientific reasons why we feel good and science has clearly confirmed this. We have a powerful electrical connection to the Earth and you will be  amazed how this affects every aspect of  your well being. Their is more information about this and how you can benefit a
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SAFETY
I always carry my trainers in my rucksack, so if I have to stop for any reason, I dry my feet and put the trainers on straightaway
Make sure you don’t go out into the wilds and are not too far from a place you can get warm
When you have been running barefoot in the snow, you feel great, and I for one feel that it is well worth it,
However, as I said, Think twice about running barefoot in the snow !! you could get injured, these are tips learnt from experience


I AM NOT RECOMMENDING BAREFOOT RUNNING IN THE SNOW, IT IS YOUR CHOICE!!



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