Goal #87 – Toe Shoes

Goal #87 on my 101 Goals in 1001 Days list was “purchase a pair of Vibrum 5 Fingers”.

Well, I didn’t end up getting Vibrums, but I did get a pair of Fila Skeletoes, which are almost the same thing.  I found a pair for 50% off a few weeks ago and couldn’t pass them up.  They even include laces to cinch the shoes around my feet, a necessity since I have narrow feet.

Now that its winter and dark at 5:00, I don’t know how much running I’ll get in with them before spring, but I have been wearing them to the gym to do my regular workout.  I did get a chance to go on a mile and a half run with them last week and I really enjoyed the experience!  I know it will be a slightly slow process, working up to my typical running distance in the spring, but I’m anxious to give it a try.  By changing my running style, I’m hoping to finally heal a nagging hamstring strain that’s been popping up off and on for the last 2 years.  I’m also planning to train for the Denver half-marathon next fall so along the way I’ll test out the Skeletoes on a few shorter races and see how they do.

Check out the bright turquoise pair below!