Episode SummarySteven Sashen, founder of Xero Shoes, discusses the various advantages of natural movement running, minimalist shoes and how to transition to minimalist runningShow Notes00:55 – Steven introduces himself and creating Xero Shoes04:55 – Do running shoes prevent injuries?13:35 – ‘Natural movement running’ and its advantages18:15 – Big shoe companies and minimalist shoes29:55 – Limitations to introducing true minimalist shoes by big shoe companies33:25 – Advantages of Xero Shoes37:05 – Xero sandals 39:30 – Transitioning to minimalist running44:25 – Calf/Achilles soreness and minimalist running47:25 – Xero Shoes and plans for Asia/India49:50 – Final thoughts from StevenFollow/Contact Steven and Xero ShoesWebsite: https://xeroshoes.com/Instagram: @xeroshoesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/xeroshoesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/xeroshoes/Twitter: @XeroShoesOther relevant earlier podcastsEpisode 35 with JF Esculier - https://www.buzzsprout.com/273726/7121353Contact Details for Running and Fitness with RajWebsite: runfitraj.comJoin WhatsApp Group:https://chat.whatsapp.com/KUa5ddQDDlf22imAFJNcqhemail:runningandfitnesswithraj@gmail.comFacebook Group:Running and Fitness with RajInstagram:Instagram @runningandfitnesswithrajTwitter @RunningRaj Listen and SubscribeThank you for listening and supporting "Running and Fitness with Raj". If you enjoy the show, please subscribe, spread the word and rate & review on iTunes or wherever you are listening to your podcast. AppleSpotifyJioSaavnGoogle PodcastsStitcherCastboxTuneInPodcast AddictPodchaser