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As I got older I had injuries to my hamstring. I found that wearing shoes gives me more support and protection from injuries.
Coming from a farming background, I saw nothing out of the ordinary in running barefoot, although it seemed to startle the rest of the athletics world. I have always enjoyed going barefoot and when I was growing up I seldom wore shoes, even when I went into town.
I can drink tea until the cows come home and I love the atmosphere in tea-shops.
I found them uncomfortable... (more Zola Budd quotes)
Athlete who competed in the UK, and became famous for running barefoot.... (more Zola Budd trivia)
| Zola: The Autobiography of Zola Budd by Zola Budd and Hugh Eley |