Barefoot running is getting addictive,
mainly because it feels good.
For long distance running, the weight of your shoes is a burden.
With barefoot running, it's non-existent.
So legs feel light.
Also, there is a sure feeling that your feet are getting stronger,
and your running form is getting more efficient.
With barefoot running, nothing protects your ankle from the shock of landing.
So all the small muscles around the joint work extra hard to protect it.
As a result your feet get stronger.
As far as running efficiency goes,
barefoot running requires you to minimize the shock of landing.
Otherwise your sole hurts.
Even a small bump on the pavement can feel like a sharp needle
stuck on your sole unless you land carefully.
Naturally, your body tries to minimize up-down movement,
and your strides get smaller.
The form achieved as a result is highly efficient,
and you can run a long distance with a minimum energy loss.
As you can imagine,
the total saving of energy resulting from the acquired running form
becomes staggering when the distance is as long as 26 miles 385 yards.
Tonight I ran 2.5 K in 12 minutes 15 seconds,
which is equivalent to a 4:54 pace.
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