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August 3, 2011

Should You Be Exercising Barefoot?

A recommended 5,000 to 8,000 steps a day can seem like a daunting quota to fulfill, especially if these steps are painful ones. But saying good-bye to foot pain might be easier than you think.

Contrary to popular belief, the answer doesn’t lie in expensive shoes or insoles. By exercising barefoot, you can actually promote your sense of balance, improve muscle alignment, reduce orthopedic pains, and lessen the chance of injury. Dr. Emily Splichal, podiatrist and national fitness expert gives us a few things to keep in mind when it comes to exercising shoeless.

Should You Be Exercising Barefoot? - FoxNews.com

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