Are You Following The Barefoot Running Debate?

As many of you likely know there is a big debate these days as to whether or not "minimalist running shoes" or "barefoot running" is better for your body. Some believe the barefoot running movement will prove to be a fad, others believe it will be the way of the future. Today... all running shoe manufacturers produce one or more models of minimalist shoes.

Regardless which side you agree with, it is an interesting discussion, and more scientific research is being devoted to the subject. The following are links to a few articles...

http://www.sportsscientists.com/2011/06/barefoot-running-shoes-and-born-to-run.html

http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/blog/2011/nov/22/barefoot-running-science-guardian-sport-network

http://www.barefootrunners.org/

http://sweatscience.com/tag/barefoot-running/

http://www.therunningfront.com/wp-content/uploads/Science-of-Barefoot-Lieberman-Davis-Cucuzzella-AMAA.pdf

http://www.vibramfivefingers.com/barefoot-sports/barefoot_running.htm

Let us know if you've given barefoot running a try!

PMC Science Fair Fun Run Set to Race in 2012!

The PMC Science Fair Fun Run is pleased to announce the date for the run has been confirmed for 2012. Mark your calendars! The 13th annual edition will take place on Sunday, May 27th starting at 9 am sharp.

This run is the largest timed 5k in B.C. and an excellent goal race for all runners - whether you are looking to run your first 5k, warm up for a 10k race with some speed training, or run your fastest 5k ever. The course is flat and fast, and the race atmosphere is fun and family friendly.

There is also a Mini Fun Run for young runners!

All proceeds from the run go to The Dr. Michael Smith Science Fair Endowment to support the promotion and development of Science Fair Programs throughout British Columbia. Science Fairs will ensure that young British Columbians will have the skills needed to succeed in a fast-paced, knowledge-based world.

We hope to see you out on race morning!