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Welcome! This is a grand experiment we're testing here at the BRS. Essentially, this forum will be used for barefoot coaches to discuss all things related to... well, coaching. The ideas kicked around...
View ArticleCoaching vs. mentoring
I don't think I'd be up for a coaching gig, it would be cool but I can't dedicate the time and schedule that would probably be necessary to be successful. I would however consider a mentoring type...
View ArticleHow Coaching Services Are Set Up
Sharing how we handle the logistics of our coaching may be useful. I prefer to use two methods that fit my nomadic lifestyle- one-time in-person coaching and monthly online coaching. The in-person...
View ArticleCoaching Sprinting
So most of my training/reading has been focused on distance running. One area I've really neglected is sprinting. Just wondering if anyone had any tips on where to start learning about sprint training...
View ArticleSuggested Readings, Websites, and Videos
Here's a list of books I usually recommend to people interested in coaching. If you have anything you'd like to add, including articles, videos, websites, or any other resources, add as a comment. I'll...
View ArticleIndividualization: The Most Important Concept in Coaching
Steve Magness wrote an excellent article outlining why some training programs work for some but not others. In essence, a coach has to tailor the training plan to the runner....
View ArticleHow to stop over striding?
If I go further than 3 miles barefoot I begin to get blisters. I have not been able to break past this limit. At this time I believe it's over striding because the blisters form at mid foot on the...
View Article10% Rule
So, this has come up now and again... Does the 10% rule that applies to conventional shod running also apply to barefoot and minimalist running? Is following or recommending the 10% rule even a safe...
View ArticleRating system for coaches
This is something Jason, I, and others have talked about. Should there be a rating system for coaches? Is it important to have a rating system? If so, how should this be done to ensure fair...
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Getting started as a coach
I'm interested in getting into coaching barefoot running, but I haven't done any coaching before. I'd love to know how any coaches out there got started, and hear any tips that you might have for a...
View ArticleThe Running Form Thread
How do we run? This fundamental question is a great unknown. There are many perspectives, even among methods that seem very similar (ChiRunning, Pose, barefoot, etc.) We'll use this thread to explore...
View ArticleMinimalist Just Starting Advice
Whether you are an official coach or not, there are many of us who know friends or in my case my son, who is just starting minimalist running. What do you tell someone who is just starting? From my...
View ArticleSore Toes
Has anyone any advice on keeping the tips of my toes from getting sore? I've tried drawing my toes up as I run and on landing but there's still a little abrasion at the end of my stride. It doesn't...
View ArticleVideo Analysis: A Fun Little Game
For anyone that may be interested in getting some opinions on your running form, post the vid here. For the coaches that comment, share freely. I'm hoping this will be a good opportunity to see other...
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Evidence Based Fitness Academy Master Instructor Program
Evidence Based Fitness Academy Dear Health & Fitness Professionals: Do you consider yourself a leader in the health & fitness industry? Do... Evidence Based Fitness Academy Master Instructor...
View ArticleBarefoot Running Instructors Map
Barefoot Running Instructors Map Find a Barefoot Running Instructor near you. View Barefoot Running Instructors Map in a larger map. Since no one stepped up to organize this data, we're going to let...
View ArticleLee Saxby project after Vivobarefoot
After 4 years of working with Vivobarefoot, Lee Saxby has now left and setup his education system under the brand Lee Saxby's Born To Run Coaching. There are offerings for both runners and coaches....
View ArticleRecovery run advice
Hi all My all runs are on road asphalt . Which kind of surface shall we do our recovery runs on especially after a long 40-50 kms road run Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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My First Barefoot 100K , Finally !!
Hi Folks So delighted to share that I completed my First 100K which was “Barefoot “ at a Stadium Run event concluded today morning . Loops of 400M clock and anti clock wise every 3 hours Proud of being...
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