I threw on my old shoes because I wanted to cover some distance without getting blisters after mile 2..
10 miles at a 7:30 pace. If I can keep it up, I will be able to join the 2:00:00 club at the Grand Rapids River Run. I've come to the conclusion that it is unlikely I will be wearing the Vibrams for this race. I ran a few miles in them the other day when it was about 80 degrees out. The sun heating the blacktop just made my feet blister more easily. I am going to continue to run my short runs in the vibrams when my feet are feeling up for it.
In other news, the slight change in form that I mentioned earlier, has made all the difference. My shins feel fine, and my feet don't cramp up in the Vibrams. Again, I'm just leaning slightly forward during my runs so my feet land under my hips and are not reaching in front of me.
Full run details here
http://connect.garmin.com/activity/30252584
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I just got a pair of KSOs last week. I've been walking with them a mile or two everyday for the past week. Never was a runner because I always get a sharp pain on my sides. I can bike and am a great swimmer, but when it comes to feet on land, I suck. Tried to run a bit between my walk today and the ball of my feet really hurts. Looks like this will be a long process. Thanks for all your tips!
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