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Minimalist Footwear to Maximize Your Workout

As resolutions have petered out and summer approaches, it’s a good time to visit a gym… and look at shoes.  Gym shoes for years have been your clas...
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4 Tips for Strengthening Your Feet

If you've worn conventional footwear all your life, chances are your feet are weak. Conventional shoes act like a cast- they restrict the natural m...
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My Sense of Motion

When shoe maker Olie Marchal decided to create his own shoes, he didn't search for the latest technology or come up with any marketing gimmicks. In...
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