Guest Writer
Run Commuting: Save Gas, Lose Weight, Get to Know Your Neighborhood
Today’s post is Kevin LaFleur’s first guest post here at BRU. This article is of particular interest to Shelly and I as we’ve been doing quite a bit of run commuting lately. I regularly walk to work and run to our gym, and can attest to the benefits Kevin discusses. Please share your run commuting experiences in the comments!
My love for commuting by my own power began in the 2nd grade. Per the Vermont norm, a wicked snow Read More...
Are Trail Runners Happier?
This isn’t an article about whether “trail runners” are better than “road runners”. I have long learnt that this is a topic more controversial than religion or politics – I admit that my title is a little misleading. I am more interested in the theory relating to depression and nature; or to be fair, the theory that those who have more access to nature suffer less depression and if so, why? So, okay, Read More...
Branca Leather Sandal Review
By Jesse Scott
BRU Staff Writer
Running is a simple activity. Throw on some shorts(or not), some shoes(or not), and head out the door. In recent years, people have begun to re-question the merits of cushioned running shoes and expensive gadgets. Ironically, this paradigm shift toward the basics has brought about a myriad of choices to sift through. Vibram Fivefingers, NB’s minimus, Merrell’s Barefoot line, and countless other styles of footwear have surfaced to cater to those Read More...
Five Things Designers Can Learn From Barefoot Running
[ The following post was written by Richard Knobbs. Richard is a designer/writer/illustrator/teacher originally from the UK but now residing in Tokyo. I've known Richard for a few years, and he played an instrumental role in helping me develop Barefoot Running university and The Barefoot Running Book. In this post, Richard offers some excellent advice to new barefoot runners. Check out Richard's design site Storm From The East and his barefoot running site Two Feet Two Wheels. ]
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Is it Better to Buy Organic or Local? Top Five Reasons…
[the following post was written by Vanessa Rodriguez. Vanessa is a nutrition expert and shares her thoughts on organic and locally-grown foods. Check out Vanessa's blog here, and read more about her at the end of the article.]
I find most runners eat well. And many are very picky about their nutrition. The question of whether to eat local or organic is an advanced one, beyond just getting in your fresh fruits and veggies. It’s for Read More...
How to Spot a Crazy Person – Why One Man Simply Can’t Run
[The following is a guest post by Pete Kemme. I frequently mention Pete here and finally convinced him to make a guest appearance. I regard Pete as one of the leading experts on functional fitness. His crazy-ass brutal crosstraining workouts have helped me finish run ultras on relatively low mileage. Check out Pete's fitness site http:kemmefitness.com. To see what he does, check out this YouTube vid. Pete, being the humble guy he is, wouldn't mention Read More...
The Ultimate Survival Guide to Barefoot Skeptics
The following post was written by Zoé Bazilchuk. Read more of her great stuff on her blog “Anotheronerunwild.”
We all know that they exist. That overwhelmingly large part of our population that believe that our feet are broken, that evolution (or God, for you religious types) simply forgot to adapt our feet to living on land. They’ve tried to take into their own hands by putting enormous cushions under them (because squishy, high density Read More...
How I’ll break Out of a Rut- Lets Fight the Late Winter Doldrums Together
[The following post was written by Jesse Scott. Jesse is one of the writers I recently recruited to occasionally write for BRU. Check out his blog "In Search of Solid Ground" to read more of Jesse's writings.]
Something I dislike doing is explicitly telling others what to do. We’re all individuals with our own wants, needs, and feelings. The best way for me to help others is by giving an example, or in most Read More...
