Started reading a book called Born to Run by Christopher McDougall. Absolutely fascinating read about crazy ultra runners, a remote Mexican hill tribe, the origin of our species and how running barefoot is much better for us. The foot is a brilliantly designed part of the body that is built for long distance running. Putting cushioned shoes on causes the very injuries they are meant to prevent because they stop the foot feeling the ground, making them weak and unfit for purpose. Bloody marketing.
I am inspired by this and have decided to go for the marathon after all - perhaps Paris in April and a gentle 3:15. I need to start training now but my foot is still sore. Maybe I should try barefoot....
