1. | Jun 13, 2014

Hi Kip,This is a great question. I don't beileve there is a right or wrong answer other than what works best for YOU. Much will depend on Why are you transitioning? Personally, I don't recommend it. Barefoot running is a totally different form than shod running. Improving form is the best way to prevent long term pain and injury, and lengthen your running life. You cannot train form and conditioning at the same time. I discuss all of this a little bit here:Running in shoes will reinforce your old running form making it harder to develop a new, healthier, bullet-proof form. If you have made the decision to transition, I recommend taking a few months off running for conditioning to focus on form. Anything you lose will be quickly regained.Good luck.Jesse James Retherford