"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." I was borderline shocked the first time I heard a trainer recommend going barefoot for workouts. As ...

On TikTok, creators are describing barefoot shoes as “life-changing,” very demure, and “very mindful”— all of which are great selling points for footwear. But since the phrase “barefoot shoe” sounds a ...

You never forget your first time. Seeing a pair of barefoot toe shoes, that is. Sporting an unconventional design that resembles gloves for your feet, this style has been kicking around since the ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. When most people go hiking, they reach for stiff, heavy, boots with ...

You take off your shoes every time you get home—and ask anyone visiting to do the same. But is walking barefoot bad for your feet? Even indoors? We checked in with Dr. Miguel Cunha, founder of Gotham ...

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A growing number of trainers say barefoot workouts could be the secret to better balance, posture, and mobility—starting from ...

Barefoot shoes are just shoes without much padding. They're also flat, with no heel rise, which is why they're sometimes called "zero-drop" shoes. The flat, minimal sole means you can feel the ground ...

It's common knowledge that pointy-toed high-heels spell hell for feet (does anyone actually like wearing them?). What's not so well-known is the fact that your cushy running shoes can also negatively ...

The current trend in running footwear is towards shoes with carbon-fibre plates and more cushioning than a sofa. The Nike kicks worn by Eliud Kipchoge when he broke the sub-2hr barrier for the ...

Peter Francis receives funding from Vivobarefoot. It was around four to six million years ago when humans first evolved to walk upright. We continued to evolve into superb long-distance walkers and ...