footwear
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It’s Fine, You Can Lift Weights in Running Shoes
Maybe this is just me being Extremely Online, but whenever I see someone squatting in running shoes, a comment section goes off in my head. “Ditch the shoes!” “You’ll hurt yourself!” “You don’t want cushions under your feet when there’s a heavy bar on your back!” There’s some truth behind those knee-jerk reactions; when squatting…
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The Easiest Ways to Waste Your Money on Running, According to Reddit
Running is pretty darn expensive for a cheap sport. In theory, all you need is a pair of shoes, but somehow, you’ll inevitably find yourself spending a ton of money on a lot of gear. (And even the shoes seem to get pricier every season.) Recently a redditor asked: “What’s the biggest waste of money you’ve…
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The Best Way to Pack for an Extended Trip
Whether you’re taking a long vacation away from the cold winter temps or your employer is sending you on an extended trip overseas, you need to pack and you need to do it smartly. Living out of your suitcase seems fun for a while, but it can get old fast. I once did it for…
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Is It Really Safe to Lift Barefoot?
Years ago, the idea that you could run barefoot, instead of in running shoes, shook the running community. (The ultimate result: The market exploded with expensive shoes meant to mimic barefoot running, met by a backlash of expensive shoes with as much cushioning and structure as possible.) A similar debate is now simmering in the…