Running

To avoid shin splints, barefoot shoes can help as part of a holistic strategy in combination with stretches and healthy movement habits.

Does cold weather discourage you from getting your miles in the winter? Follow these tips to stay dry and safe, and to make your icy runs more enjoyable!

Softstar is proud to feature this guest essay by Jennifer Gwirtz, Mind/Body Professional, Facilitator and Teacher (Pilates, GYROKINESIS®, performance and therapeutic movement). Over her 15+ years of experience, Jennifer has delighted in exploring the relationship between mental and physical balance, particularly at the origin of stability: the foot.  Understanding Resilience: Follow the Bouncing Ball… Resilience has […]

A New Study From Harvard and PolyU Reveals Minimalist Shoes Make Your Legs and Feet Stronger, Decrease Chance of Injury The public debate over minimalist shoes has been on a roller coaster for several years now, but perhaps not for much longer. Although minimalist shoes for kids have been popular for several decades (we’ve made a business of it […]

Did you (like us) overload on cookies this holiday season? Feeling a bit sluggish after marathoning the complete Star Wars saga last week? Are you entering the new year with resolutions to get active and undo some fruitcake damage? We know the feeling, and we want to help you bring out your best. Before you […]

Walking on the beach is a luxury, but did you know it also has health benefits? Learn about why it’s good to run and walk barefoot on sand.

Why rarajipari just might push ultrarunning to the next level.  I sincerely enjoy running. Not ultra-running mind you, but I regularly log 8 miles before heading to work in the mornings and those miles are often the most serene part of my day. Corvallis, Oregon is a beautiful little city by any standards, and I […]