Running barefoot is better than running with shoes for your working memory which refers to our ability to recall and process information, according to a study.Working memory is used throughout our lifespan. By improving it, we may be able to realise gains in key areas, from school to work to retirement."Working memory is increasingly recognised as a crucial cognitive skill, and these findings are great news for people looking for a fun way to boost their working memory," said one of the researchers, Tracy Alloway, from the University of North Florida in the US.