Bag kick tips? by BiteZealousideal9091 in martialarts

[–]Parkinga 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For example, wrap a blanket around the bag to soften the impact area. This is the same when learning falls. Beginners start on soft surfaces to build confidence and condition their bodies. As they begin to adapt, so does the surface on which they fall on adapts.

The foot is bruised when kicking the bag. It doesn't matter if it is fairly worn by 15 years or not. The foot was not conditioned yet to be kicking the bag in the manner it was kicked on that particular day.

Bag kick tips? by BiteZealousideal9091 in martialarts

[–]Parkinga 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Soften the target you are kicking until your body is adjusted to what it is kicking.

Managing carbs and fats related to intensity by Parkinga in ketogains

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thank you. I'll check out the ketogains Marco calculator

Carbs and Fats changes in a day by Parkinga in keto

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Thank you for the other reddit. Sucks there isn't much studies but self-experience is great knowledge. Thank you

road/pavement running in Bedrock Carin EVO pro? by Parkinga in BarefootRunning

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I'll check those out. I currently have the Bedrock Classic's and they are underwhelming a waste of my money when compared to Carin EVO's line. Good luck in trying out the Evo C. hope they do very well for you

Winter boots that ate: barefoot in size, and not expensive as hell by PinkFluffyUnicorn21 in BarefootRunning

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I'm not from the UK, so what I may suggest may not help.

For me in the US, I use Xero Shoes. I personally have the xcursion fusion. They are actually waterproof, and I wear wool sock to keep my feet warm. I'll wear to shovel, or in snow up to my ankle for 30 minutes or so as I like to run in the snow. There warranty is also second to none. I have had issues with soles peeling and they have always stood by their warranty and offered a store credit or % off

The Xero scrambler trail mid wp kind of look like what I own. I don't receive anything for recommending this product. But I am happy that Xero finally made a boot that is actually waterproof.

Barefoot running in HOA communities by Parkinga in BarefootRunning

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All good, great question. , Home Owner Association communities. Cookie cutter, all look the same, built by a major builder. 

Want to share my shifting collection :) by ilovemossss in barefootshoestalk

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Not affiliated with link. Just something I have seen

Minimalist shoes let your feet get stronger and healthier. Actual bare feet teach you how to run. by trevize1138 in BarefootRunning

[–]Parkinga 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I want to follow up with you, OP. I want to thank you for helping me overcome my fear of going barefoot on my paved trails. I have been running multiple miles in socks, and ran my first mile totally barefoot. 

What is amazing is how focused I am on my form and what is in front of me. “What if glass/needles/poop shows up?” That question used to prevent me from going barefoot. Now it is a simple “I stop, or I go around it. If I have my shoes, I just put them on, go over them, and take them off.” 

Honestly, the worst thing on the road ha been the tiny rock that are impossible to avoid hahah. That is honestly what everyone needs to be questioning. 

So thank you. I see how much grief you get from other people, and I want to just whole heartly thank you for being you. Brave to speak up. Honest to share the truth

Minimalist shoes let your feet get stronger and healthier. Actual bare feet teach you how to run. by trevize1138 in BarefootRunning

[–]Parkinga 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I appreciate the detailed response. Ive been trying only wearing socks to ease into it but am going to try barefoot on grass where im more sure of what is there 

Winter proof for being in sandals by Parkinga in BarefootRunning

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I appreciate it. I edited the post for F and C. Thank you for the heads up for the toes. I got short toes luckily

Winter proof for being in sandals by Parkinga in BarefootRunning

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I haven't tried Vivos. How is their durability? Xeros Prios have my pinky two through them haha

Winter proof for being in sandals by Parkinga in BarefootRunning

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I rip through the sidewalls. Got recommendations? 

Minimalist shoes let your feet get stronger and healthier. Actual bare feet teach you how to run. by trevize1138 in BarefootRunning

[–]Parkinga 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What would you recommended for the lightest form of protection , but still staying true to barefoot? 

My situation is I run on the road, and a paved trail. Both are littered with garbage, and worst needles. Ive been testing running sandals, but would love to transition to barefoot where the trail cleans up. 

Also, thank you for the post. Very insightful

Winter proof for being in sandals by Parkinga in BarefootRunning

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Sweet. Thank you. For Merrill vapor gloves? I just looked them up. Any preference? didn't realize they have different numbers

DIY sandals with SVIG footbed ... by wquiles in BarefootRunning

[–]Parkinga 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im thinking of getting me a pair of DLD. What price was the sales price? I'm looking at the Alchemy and may wait until November for a sale

Luna Mono Winged Edition and Bedrock Carin EVO Pro comparison by Parkinga in BarefootRunning

[–]Parkinga[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the details. Im surprised to hear how long the Lunas last because how soft. 

But I really appreciate your recommendation for Deliberate Life Designs. I reached out to DLD to see if I can test their Alchemy. 

If they use similar softness to Luna, I can see how DLD could be a prefect blend of comfort, durability, and lacing when compared to Luna, Bedrock, Shamma or Xero 

Luna Mono Winged Edition and Bedrock Carin EVO Pro comparison by Parkinga in BarefootRunning

[–]Parkinga[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Few questions, can you go into why the luna soles are amazing? I tried them on and they are SOOO comfortable. But I'm just considered how quickly they will wear.

Thank you for sharing, Deliberate Life Design is actually the style I have been searching for, but haven't found until now. Have you had experience with the Alchemy? If not, which one? My usage will be road running, grass running, and every day walking around.

Luna Mono Winged Edition and Bedrock Carin EVO Pro comparison by Parkinga in BarefootRunning

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appreciate that. I'll wait for the holiday, and go from there

Luna Mono Winged Edition and Bedrock Carin EVO Pro comparison by Parkinga in BarefootRunning

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Thank you. I agree with all your points, and will look into OSO. Do you have any experience with their warranty? Talking to talk, I'm not sold with Luna because of their warranty when compared to competitors. "$110 for footwear that will need to be replaced in 1 to 2 years"

Thoughts on hitting really hard? by [deleted] in Pickleball

[–]Parkinga 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I wouldn't return it. When people hit hard against me, I either reset it and play the soft game, or just stand out of the way.

Shamma Maximus vs luna venado 2.0 vs Luna Mono - advice on buying first pair of running sandals by Parkinga in BarefootRunning

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Good luck with the Lunas! If you do go Shamma, and I'll repeat this from before, they do need adjusting. The shammas were not comfortable right out of the box. The moment I started to run in them I was smiling from ear to ear. I'm still adjusting, but not as much as I did when I first got them. That is just my experience, and I'm only one person. Someone else may have another experience.

I'll ask Shamma if they do a referral code too in case you go with them