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I switched to barefoot running after an IT band injury sidelined me for 8 months. That was 6 years ago. I’ve tested 60+ pairs and coached 200+ runners through the transition. No brand deals. Just what actually works.

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Riley Kane

Riley Kane

RRCA Certified Running Coach · 6 Years Barefoot-Only · Austin, TX

An IT band injury at 28 sent me searching for a different way to run. I found barefoot shoes, rebuilt my gait from scratch, and haven’t worn a cushioned shoe since. I’m an RRCA-certified coach and I’ve helped 200+ runners make the transition without getting hurt.

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