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How Regular Exercise Can Lessen The Effects of Depression

How Regular Exercise Can Lessen The Effects of Depression

by Kat on Jul 07, 2014 0

Statistics show that one in four Americans will suffer from clinical depression at some point in their lives. While pharmaceutical research has found many types of medication that can help treat depression, some people aren’t able to take those medications, or worry about the effects the drugs can have on the body. Though it’s not […]

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Chronic Hamstring Pain? You Might Suffer from Sleeping Glutes

Chronic Hamstring Pain? You Might Suffer from Sleeping Glutes

by Kat on Jun 24, 2014 1

Today is the one year anniversary of the pain in my butt. Literally. I’m no marathoner, but I love running and tend to rack up about 20 miles per week (3-5 miles per day). About a year ago, I felt like I pulled something in my upper hamstring/lower glute area while playing tennis with a […]

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Spring 2014 Giveaway Winner

Spring 2014 Giveaway Winner

by Kat on Apr 11, 2014 2

Congrats to the April 2014 winner of our Vibram FiveFingers giveaway… Hillary Evans Please message us on our Facebook page by Tuesday, April 15th and we will follow up to get your shipping address and sizing information. Our Sincerest Thanks Thanks for being such a loyal fan of Vibram FiveFingers and the minimalist community. We […]

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Springtime Giveaway

Springtime Giveaway

by Kat on Apr 03, 2014 0

The sun is shining, the birds are chirping and it’s that time of  year when going for a run outdoors is a surprisingly pleasant experience. For the truly hardcore runners out there, winter weather is never an excuse to stop exercising, but when it finally warms up, people emerge from the woodwork and pound the […]

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How To Scare The Crap Out of Your Neighbors…

How To Scare The Crap Out of Your Neighbors…

by Kat on Jan 14, 2014 5

Great picture on the front page of Reddit today… had to share with this funky shoe loving community. You can read about the artist and check out more of his “live” shoes here. As Vibram wearers, we tend to leave behind barefoot prints in the snow or sand. But imagine leaving behind a footprint like […]

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Maintain An Active Lifestyle As You Age

Maintain An Active Lifestyle As You Age

by Kat on Dec 04, 2013 1

Depending on your athletic prowess, you might be a natural runner, or you might be the type of person who has to work harder to achieve the same goals. Many runners turn to barefoot running after years of aching joints, pulled muscles, and general running dissatisfaction. As we age, it becomes increasingly important to stay […]

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And The Winner Is…

And The Winner Is…

by Kat on Nov 27, 2013 0

Congrats to our November giveaway winner: Bob Custerer Bob – You are the lucky recipient of a new pair of Vibram FiveFinger shoes. To claim your free pair, simply email kat@myfivefingers.com with the style and size of your choosing. Thanks so much for being a loyal FiveFingers fan! We look forward to seeing some pictures […]

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ANNOUNCEMENT: October VFF Winner

ANNOUNCEMENT: October VFF Winner

by Kat on Oct 30, 2013 4

And the winner of this month’s  Vibram FiveFinger giveaway is… Lisa Mcintosh-Green It’s your lucky day, Lisa!! You’re our October winner! Email kat@myfivefingers.com with the size and style Vibram FiveFingers you’d like and we’ll get them shipped to you ASAP! Thanks for being vocal on our Facebook page. Tell your friends all about MyFiveFingers.com and […]

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Vibram FiveFinger Giveaway

Vibram FiveFinger Giveaway

by Kat on Oct 04, 2013 9

October Giveaway Don’t forget to like us on Facebook this month for a chance to win a FREE pair of Vibram FiveFinger shoes. Share our latest post with giveaway details to increase your odds of winning. We’ll announce the lucky winner on our Facebook page on Wednesday, October 30th. Stay tuned for more information!

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There’s A Time and A Place for Going Barefoot

There’s A Time and A Place for Going Barefoot

by Kat on Sep 23, 2013 1

In the professional world, there are all sorts of office rules and guidelines workers are expected to follow, but the severity of these policies tends to vary by industry. The Range of Work Attire Many corporate offices require male employees to dress up in a full suit and tie every day, while young start-ups are […]

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