Running a marathon wearing supportive running shoes is an accomplishment, and so is crossing the finish line barefoot. Running is a high-impact form of exercise, and the right running shoes can ...

He tells Sportshour’s Shabnam Younus-Jewell about his story of addiction, recovery and transformation though sport and how his latest challenge saw him set another world record – this time running ...

Pawel Durakiewicz sets the Guinness World Record for the fastest time 21km barefoot run on ice at the Lulea Sea Ice Marathon, one of the world's toughest races. Durakiewicz finished the race in Lulea, ...

Recently, Barefoot Bobby from India completed marathons and races of varying distances without wearing any shoes. Over in Kenya, another dedicated runner won a marathon in carbon-plated sandals.

Background Advocates of barefoot running suggest that it is more natural and may be a way to minimise injury risk. In contrast, opponents believe shoes are needed to adequately cushion and support the ...

running barefoot for 16.9km across Chatsworth to visit seven temples in one night. This first time Comrades Marathon runner's innovative approach to the sacred night has merged athletic dedication ...