How Barefoot Training Heals the Body

[@Strengthside]

What are your thoughts on going barefoot or wearing minimalist shoes? Do you already practice this, or is it something you might be interested in trying? Share your thoughts in the comments below! ⬇ Be sure to check out MSN and use promo code BAREFOOT for 20% off your program 🤙

[@Bywndr-ld5zl]

Already a fan of barefoot shoes!!! Got them for everything: casual wear, gym wear, trail running, indoor court sports, formal wear, cold weather, snow. Only pair I don’t have would be work boots for military since they don’t make them 🙄

[@ItsAMbutyoutubechangedmyname]

I only use bare foot shoes or sandals if I can’t go barefoot never likes socks and shoes since I was old enough to wear them

[@Sunflower2440]

Ok now I'm confused. My podiatrist said to never walk with no shoes because its bad for the feet nor walk outdoors with no shoes to avoid bacteria or parasites going inside the body. What are your toughts about it?

[@balbibou]

@@Sunflower2440 my podiatrist checked my feet because I have "hyper" arches (super high arches) and a small exostose. Nothing fancy, but my balance is sometimes affected. Told me to get a stronger posterior chain to help with stabilization after a few tests. He was flabbergasted by my running technic while I'm just an amateur. He wears vivos like me and also run barefoot from time to time. If you live in a big city you want to protect your feet from man-made hazard stuff imo. If it's natural ground, just go easy and build overtime. I live in a small rural area close to the sea, jumprope, run, strength training and walk barefoot as much as possible, especially on sand. My feet and calves are made of vibranium, never had a single day of back pain on top of that and my job is hard labor. Your podiatrist is a retard. Living in a cocoon makes you weak

[@MattAngiono]

@@Sunflower2440 that it's absolute nonsense based in fear. Been doing this for years out on hiking trails and never gotten sick from it or had an infection. Even when I cut my feet (rare)

[@AutismAddict]

I have been doing 4kms a day in bare feet at my local park. mental health benefits are off the charts. And climbing trees. And hanging. Everything you teach is beautiful!!!!

[@lindacgrace2973]

Barefoot at home all the time. I used to be a dancer and woke up one day to realize that over the decades, my feet were horribly weak, my arches had completely flattened out, I had inflicted plantar fasciitis on myself. I routinely go barefoot inside, and do ballet exercises. I got 1/2" arch back in only a few months. I'm 70 and I am at much reduced risk for falls than most of my contemporaries.

[@macadam678]

Wearing shoes at home ? So gross!!

[@lindacgrace2973]

@@macadam678 Lots cleaner house without shoes!

[@janicealderson4329]

Some of his food balance type of exercises are really good and should put U on a better 'footing'. I have a prosthetic knee and so difficult to keep fit whist being safe!

[@Strengthside]

Amazing! Thanks for sharing the journey!

[@lindacgrace2973]

@@janicealderson4329 Ouch! Also makes it SUPER important to strengthen all the muscles, ligaments, and tendons of your knee.

[@whisperingwings852]

I am a 64 yr old grandmother and have been wearing Birkenstocks for 40+ years. I have also done yoga for that long as well. I love going barefoot!! I do live in a snowy climate so unfortunately that inhibits my year round barefoot walking so my feet are not that tough anymore but as a kid I was barefoot almost year-round, as I lived in a warmer climate. I have been reminded about so much from you. Thank You!!!

[@ericmalitz]

Birkenstocks are no good.

[@castor4357]

Birkenstock are no barefoot shoes

[@whisperingwings852]

@@ericmalitz Well, they have done very well for me.

[@whisperingwings852]

@@castor4357 Nvr said they were.

[@ericmalitz]

@@whisperingwings852 no they haven’t. You just spent enough time outside of them is all.

[@skater_scott]

Do you dudes ever not feel amazing?! Your bodies are a prime example of fit and in shape.

[@Strengthside]

Thanks man 🙏😁

[@ImHavingaCoronary]

Always barefoot at home, around the yard. Barefoot shoes on long walks. I'm obsessed with figuring out the full body dynamics of walking, and its insane how drastically regular shoes interupt the body's proper flow during walking.

[@nebamelago8049]

Barefoot is the way to go, minimalist shoes for city life. Last winter I had a situation at work that I couldn't see my way out of - until after I went on a walk through the woods and followed my instincts to just take off my shoes and walk on the trail and through the stream. Later that day, the solution came to me. My feet took my out of my head, grounded me, so I could see clearly.

[@Zalissa35]

I switched to barefoot/minimal shoes around 3 years ago after getting a plantar fasciitis diagnosis. Healing has been slow for me, but I’m finally seeing some progress. I have a mobilization routine I do before each CrossFit workout I do. I recently did some running in a workout, and for the first time in 3 years, I did NOT have heel pain the next morning. I regularly go barefoot in my home too, and have been sporadically strengthening my feet. I’m cautiously optimistic about this progress.

[@greymatters7039]

I always exercise with bare feet. (At home. Not yoga). I’ve noticed a huge improvement in posture and balance

[@softhaus4485]

thats really exciting gonna do the same

[@ericmalitz]

Isn’t yoga the one exercise “modality” where barefoot is encouraged or even required?

[@deepforestenergy60]

Very good! This is the basis of my practices. Thank you for your experience.

[@tx.tactical3165]

Born to Run is a great book, R.I.P. Caballo Blanco...

[@drSamovar]

AMAZING!!......i was over 60, with a lifetime of horrible shoes, ingrown toenails, bunions, foot pain....i did a good bit of research on a friend's recommendation, and BAM.....the first 100ft in my Altra Lone Peak trail runners was life changing!!.... ive grabbed a few used pair that i like better than the latest versions of those, and always scouting for one's i'll try once i wear my current 3 pair down......continuing to work on foot repair and upkeep.....3-4 footbaths per week, with massages, and now more toe raises and other things.....THANKS for your extension of that!!

[@RagnarHoff]

9 years now and i've never looked back. Struggled with Plantar Fasciitis for years and never found a cure until i learned about the importance of strong feet. I walk 8 hours on concrete in my fivefingers every single day with no issues anymore.

[@lapatrie6568]

Avoid concrete , asphalt. I wear Moccasins. Great for balance. Excellent video🥃

[@bmarshy]

I bought my first pair of Vivos around 9 months ago, and it is the one thing that I can honestly say has changed my life. There was an adjustment period in which I had some mild knee and hip discomfort, as well as soreness on the soles of my feet after walking, but after just a few weeks, my knees and hips adjusted and I built up callouses on my feet to resist the hardness of walking around without any cushioning. I now only own barefoot shoes and wear them for training, hiking, working (in forestry, I use the Vivobarefoot Tracker Forest ESC and they're excellent work boots), rock-climbing, and just day-to-day wearing them. And I have never felt so strong when I train. My girlfriend works in a running shop which analyses the way people run to prescribe the right kind of running shoe for them, so I know that for long distance running conventional shoes are still the correct shoe to wear (despite what some enthusiastic barefoot advocates or even the barefoot shoe companies themselves might want you to believe), but for all other forms of training, wearing barefoot shoes or just simply being barefoot has drastically improved my fitness, strength, and performance across the board.

[@loidamaisonet2906]

I order my Vevos a few months ago, I even used them for dance class until I was told I need to get dance shoes. I no longer use sneakers for my walks and training. Either barefeet or my Vevos. Like one the ladies mentioned, I used to be barefeet and play until it was dark when I was a kid. I developed the plantar fasciitis once I started using heels, for work as I used to walk miles in heels. Didn't realize that until a few years ago when the plantar and metatarsalgia were acting up. It happened recently due to the dancing, so I just stretch my feet and use the golf ball and walk barefoot in the house. Spreading the toes does feel nurturing. I will incorporate these new exercises. Thank You.

[@KVee12311]

I started running barefoot in 2006 (long before Born To Run came out). I am injury free now for almost 2 decades! I would not still be in the running game had I not ditched the shoes. I was injured all the time with shoes.

[@MattAngiono]

Nice! I can't trail run like that, but do hike regularly barefoot. One of the best things I've ever done for my body

[@jonathanschadenfreude9603]

cold dew on the high school soccer field walking it 15-20 mns every morning.....its amazing ho much water the lawn holds in the morning.

[@SuperPuns]

I was recently hiking on a wet and rocky path and met this old guy with a sizable beer belly walking in the other direction. When he saw me walking barefoot he started ranting about how it is bad for my feet and dangerous. Then i saw that he was wearing crocs and just started laughing^^

[@Yes_Anastasia]

lol. People love to tell me that I will suffer permanent damages from wearing minimalist style shoes at work. I work out barefoot, I’m conscious of my feet, how I walk, balance, etc. I practice yoga. I’m 45 and I feel great.

[@WYKLO]

​@@Yes_AnastasiaI love how MOST people are delusional about the body. You shouldn't need such absurd medications at a mere 30

[@normanquednau]

Born to run is an amazing book!❤Great video! I want to recommend you all the book of Kadour Ziani " the 7 postures". I walk barefoot almost the entire summer😊Grounding and barefoot walking healed my knees. Often people and especially children often would ask me why am I walking whithout shoes😊One man even offered me to buy me a pair of shoes as he thought I am poor and homeless

[@mattcobb01]

I am 74 & I have always walked barefoot in the house. You introduced me to barefoot shoes a couple years ago & I have been enjoying them ever since. I will be starting these foot exercises tomorrow. Thank you 🤓

[@robbstark8275]

People in my village tend to think I'm crazy seeing me walking around barefoot :D Fortunately I dont care.

[@zinntarapata6358]

Ayyyyy!!! Same here let's be crazy together! Haha nah but that's cool if they ask be prepar3d to tell them why in hopes they start to appreciate the foot aswell!

[@Strengthside]

Love that!

[@perrycoffey5410]

​@@zinntarapata6358no is a word wish you people will stop using this pathetic word crazy too describe every fucking situation it's a stupid horrible lazy word too describe someones mental health

[@NeoArmstrongJetArmstrongCannon]

I always run my sprints on a football field while barefoot. It's an amazing feeling.

[@dhruvwork]

I started going barefoot on my morning walk around a lake near my house. I was inspired by a lot of people doing that on the lake - old and young. Now wearing a shoe or even slippers feels unnatural and restricting. It almost feels claustrophobic in a way, especially when I wearing them on the same path. My body just wants my feet to be free, feeling the ground. I once stayed barefoot for 21 days while attending a Yoga program in an Ashram (which I wish Josh attends one day). Life altering experiences! Less is more. Fortunate to be living in such a culture. 🙏🏼 Funny to see this video published a few hours I ordered my first pair of barefoot footwear - Luna sandals. My friends will not believe how much I paid for them. 😅

[@Skans-Gustav]

In Sweden we always take off our shoes while in a home, just like they do in South East Asia. Have now been using comfortable minimalist shoes this summer and I really enjoy feeling pebbles massaging my feet as I walk.

[@carl13579]

I have been using barefoot shoes for several years for trail running - Altra Lone Peaks - and I strengthened/rebuilt my arch with them. But with the "7" model, I began developing metatarsal pain. It was only by going to a more padded shoe with 5mm drop (Topos) that I was able to begin to recover.

[@pragmatik5305]

Funny this video came out yesterday. I've noticed recently that I enjoy walking barefoot indoors, and today I tried bouldering barefoot too. Actually sent a project that I couldn't do in climbing shoes. My feet and even legs felt more flexible. Definitely going to keep testing this.

[@amyholms5379]

Barefoot, with and without toe separators. Most of the time at home. And I now only wear “minimalist” shoes, sandals, even a cute pair of Shapen boots. It’s made SO much difference in the strength of my feet. Still trying to work my pinky toes out from under my 4th toe, but the rest of the toes have gotten way stronger!

[@Hallucitania]

I wear the Vibram toe shoes, They've been GREAT at strengthening the whole system. I had both bunions removed (professionally!) and this footwear and going barefoot has redeveloped the muscles lost to surgery and convalescence - I was nearly a year off my feet, as I did one at a time so I could at least get around a little bit. I move much more naturally in them, with great proprioceptive connections. I have to take shorter steps, natural, and deliberate landing o nthe balls or center of the the footpad as needed or desired esp. on hard surfaces. So much more control and conversation with the ground and I don't worry so much about debris lacerating my feet. I'm stable, nimble and strong in my footwork when I can go minimal/barefoot - even on slippery surfaces that present themselves. Everything is better when our feet aren't muzzled.

[@MattAngiono]

Agreed! I love my toe shoes. But I love being barefoot on the trails even more! I strap the shoes to my shorts and hike up trails here in Colorado, then put on the 5 fingers to RUN down. It's a blast. Don't discount the feeling of dirt on your feet either. Even though some rocks are painful, mostly you get used to it and the surface textures feel great. Something get healing about it! And you're certainly strong enough already with what you've been doing

[@Hallucitania]

@@MattAngiono I was quite inspired to push further when I saw you bounding over the rocks. There are many parks here in Ontario that will be quite accommodating. Thanx for the pep!

[@MattAngiono]

@@Hallucitania not me in the video doing that, but it really could be lol. That's exactly what I'm talking about. I can't really climb effectively or full on trail run barefoot, but I do like rock hopping quite a bit! Glad to hear it! Have fun!

[@bloodnthuner]

I've been doing grounding all this summer and recommend it.

[@MattAngiono]

It's so amazing

[@marlenabenson]

I used to always walk around barefoot at home, but unfortunately I ended up with problems in both feet, most likely from wearing the wrong kind of shoes at work. Now it can be painful for me to walk barefoot unless it's on a natural surface. Wooden floors and tile are still not great for bare feet especially with arches like mine. I do think that walking barefoot on natural surfaces is super beneficial. It's so important for people to wear proper shoes that give their toes space to move. I've already had one foot surgery, I'm doing my best to avoid another one. Thanks for the information, you guys are amazing!!

[@nicorellius]

Been sportin the Xeros for a couple years. I love them so much that I started wearing them as my main shoe. Barefoot or minimalist flip flops at home and around the house and yard, etc. The only time I wear padded shoes is when I'm doing a long run or something that would beat my feet up. But I'm working on transitioning those activities to barefoot as well.

[@herbaceousboredom9584]

Good foot exercises that have pretty much kept me mobile despite poor foot-ware choices (I never seem to win this war) and persistent injury are: - ballet foot exercises (life-changer for me, not gonna lie) - 'pen and penny' exercise (physio) - splaying my toes like I'm a new-born Laugh if you want to but go check them out :D

[@sfkid57]

howdy guys, so far i have liked your video's. i am 67yrs old and still train with weights, run, hike, golf, etc. i am in great shape for any age, but this Barefoot thing, don't buy it. i still work everyday doing building maintenance, then go to the gym, golf, hike, etc. who has time to walk around barefoot, also i have never had any foot problems after being an athlete all my life. also being into fitness all these many years i have seen so many fitness trends come and go. when they first come they are the best ways for fitness, until a new one comes and then this is the best one. i believe in movement and just never stop and we will be ok.

[@RogerKindKristiansen]

How long have people walked on this earth, and how much of that time have we been wearing padded, narrow footwear with elevated heels? I'd say that is more of a trend 😊

[@jujubrooke]

I have started running and I just finished a 10k in barefoot shoes 1st in my age group. I’ve been strength training barefoot as well. I still have a way to go but I will be incorporating you foot exercises. Thank you so much. I really enjoy your videos.

[@jon1867]

I've been on the barefoot shoes train for a little over a year now and I'm not going back. It's been great for my knees more than anything. You've gotta check your running technique though, or you'll destroy your knees pretty quickly, specifically your barefoot running technique.

[@elisagaytan2914]

Joined the barefoot community a few years back. I had weak feet,hammer toes and a bunion. My feet are stronger and noticeably rehabbed. It was not an overnight success but one worth the commitment. My bunion is gone.

[@dianecuthbert3146]

I transitioned to bare foot shoes a year ago I have 3 pairs and wear them as often as I can for work and training I have bunions on both feet and find traditional shoes too narrow I love my bare foot shoes and am working to strengthen my feet with your help thank you 😊

[@DoughnutDragon]

All these foot training excersizes I've been doing naturally for years without knowing. I just found it alleviated ankle pain as a kid. Probably why I've never been injured by a rolled or sprained ankle. When i was very little i genuinely thought that people were just faking sprained ankles to get out of stuff because i could recreate exactly what they did without any injury or pain.

[@rodperottoni]

One of the things I love about Australia. Barefoot walking is so common no one would even look at you for going grocery shopping barefoot. You probably seen the memes around 😂 but yeah we love the barefoot culture here

[@leoniefisher7915]

I purchased a pair of vivo barefoot shoes about a year ago and now I literally don't want to wear any other shoes I own so am investing in another pair of these ... I absolutely love how much better my feet feel, aches and pains disappeared not only in my feet but also my knees, my posture has improved too, can't race about them enough tbh. I did transition into wearing them everyday ... I started with just wearing them for a 20min walk outdoors each day ... Then I started wearing them out when I was shopping and now I wear them to work too ... I literally don't wear my other shoes anymore 😅 I have also put in place a no shoes in the house policy as I was wearing soft slippers a lot but found they made my feet ache and I was constantly spending buying a new pair of slippers every season as they would wear out so fast ... Now I save money and my feet cope fine being barefoot at home ❤ thank you strength side for inspiring me into my natural barefoot life ... I love it ❤

[@pranavanrithyalaya9186]

hey my name is shalini and we have been following your channel at our dance academy in india and our dancing is always on barefoot, we practice all your stretching on barefoot at home and class, it feels wonderful and helpful as our style of dancing involves lots of thumping on floor, and your exercises have helped my girls to strengthen the feet and stay away from injuries, yes barefoot training is very very helpful for us. keep up the good work. thanks

[@notarabbit1752]

One thing is that if you go on trails barefoot or with something like vibrams you gotta be extra careful about stubbing your toes. I hit a rock on a trail run right in the gap between my pinky toe almost two years ago and its still not completely healed. That said I still go barefoot as often as possible and only wear minimal/barefoot shoes and wouldn't ever go back.

[@MattAngiono]

Yeah, having the shoes is almost worse for stubbing your toes, because it makes you less mindful of stepping (speaking from painful experience lol). I don't run barefoot on the trails, I usually hike up and then put the Vibrams on to run down. Running on rocky variable terrain is always going to be risky. Hope it heals up for you! So nice being barefoot in the dirt and on rocks

[@mary.fitnesstmpl]

I love this theme! I always try to walk barefoot at home. ❤👣

[@jayjaynee1]

Barefoot is the one for me.. Thanks always for your great exercises.

[@tomvincent30days]

I’ve been training outside barefoot with rings and it is an amazing combo. Grounding, workout and improve feet strength at the same time

[@deejaytracksuit88]

great video, thank you. Spent 5 days in Portugal at a festival recently mostly barefoot and my body never felt better than after that. will be doing these stretches, poses and exercises

[@Motherkuen]

I love being barefooted!!!!!!! I either was born with my feet this way or the shoes I word as a child made my big toe curve inward and my little toe curve inward as well. I'm 58 and never have had a problem with and pain. I also have very high arches in my feet as well. I have done a lot of different sports over the years and still now take the time to exercise even going through chemo treatments. I was working on the toe spreading with my hands and some other exercises, but I know that I don't do it as consistently as I should to see any change. I wish I could go barefooted all the time!!!!!!!! Hope you all are doing well !!!! cheers!!

[@danielvillarreal6610]

I’m an American expatriate in Taipei, Taiwan and I take an early-morning Qigong class in a beautiful park near my home. When the grass is dry, I will often do the class barefoot for Earthing (grounding) purposes.

[@hughcarpenter8462]

Always barefoot at home, and especially in the summer am barefoot everywhere. It's great to be able to walk on hard, uncomfortable surfaces and it not bother you. Also, it just feels great to have your skin in contact with the ground. Grounding is definitely legit in my books!! 🤙 Thanks for the great content guys.

[@boossersgarage3239]

started this year. no shoes at home, inside and out, bare foot shoes, stand up desk, balance board. I love the changes....

[@KG-gk4yw]

I'm so thankful for your page🙏 As soon as I get a notification, I literally get ready to do these exercises. My 15 year old Chihuahua often looks at me before going to get in his bed like, "Mom's doing weird stuff again"😂😂🤷‍♀️

[@jayyusi]

What about people with flat foot and/or fallen arches?

[@lorie9360]

I’ve been flat footed most of my life. Been going barefoot and wearing barefoot shoes exclusively for the past two years. I now have a nice arch on the bottom of both feet. I didn’t expect this at my age 63. I only started going barefoot to help with plantar fasciitis pain, so this was an unexpected bonus. The human body’s ability to recover is simply amazing!!!

[@MarcelClementi]

Thank you guys!

[@SuperPetril]

Thats amazing guys ,i love ypurs videos ,are you brothers?! Its fantastic to see such a jung mans so conect with the body 🙏greatings from czech republic Pedro ❤

[@freemindedfamily]

Love this video, Barefoot or Minimalist Shoes definitely the way to go ! It was awesome running into you guys at the curtain a few weeks ago, I notice the forest in the background now I go there all the time lol! Definitely want to visit your guys's Warehouse! Don't forget to come for Yoga at Blue Lotus in Henderson Center 🙏💚

[@dropelaves]

I don't know how, but I don't think I've ever watched a video of yours before. I've been missing out, this is great content. Love it, subscribed!

[@markszablewski6619]

33yrs in work boots, retired now for nearly 1yr, I hate wearing shoes at all, so I spend as much time barefoot as I can; interested in the vivobarefoot, but at $180; would like some feedback on how they fit & feel..thanks..

[@slady7072]

Thanks for the info. I love walking the ground barefoot

[@ghanashyamdixit3005]

Great content 🎉

[@benshelton7529]

I Absolutely love StrengthSide. Probably my favorite fitness channel! However i have to admit it feels like they consistently draw inspiration from kneesovertoes which is my other favorite YT channel. Could be a coincidence or could be the algorithm 🤔🤷🏾

[@Chris-hr3fc]

I love watching you move. You’re like a work of art.

[@Joshua-qs3rh]

You always motivate and energize me to get going.

[@deepforestenergy60]

Great exercises and useful video!

[@andredtek2636]

Since being a kid, I never wear shoes at home. Now for the last few years I'm also wearing zero drop or barefoot shoes and my feet feel so much better. I have wide feet and so most shoes don't really fit and get uncomfortable quickly. So it's a relief for me to have a growing number of barefoot shoes available.

[@tx.tactical3165]

I'm always barefoot at home....great info.

[@pressnpink]

you are my mentor and i thank you

[@MattAngiono]

Been barefoot hiking for years and I LOVE IT! There's something so special about connecting through the ground into nature! I can't really run this way, at least on trails, but i do love being barefoot for volleyball. What's most interesting is just how many people will comment to you while hiking like this... Always gets a comment and can start a conversation. People are always surprised that you can do this. Anyone will surprise themselves too, if they've never tried it. It's actually a lot easier than people think. Your feet are tougher than you realize at first. And there's so much room for improvement! ... Another suggestion i have for people starting out is to get one of those flexible padded wire ties that's about 6 inches long and as thick as a finger, and bend it up in a zig zag between the toes. Because it's got wire in it, you can bend it just right to push outward on the toes and just walk around with it. It's an aid to help the flexibility while you walk around the house. Of course, it's just a tool and should be ditched to go outside (just like the shoes), and won't be needed once the toes learn to spread naturally. But if you're anything like me, so many years of shoes still have mine pointing in, even with the hiking I do. It's all a progression... we've handicapped ourselves for so long! Cheers, and great video! Can't believe the dudes climbing hard routes like this!

[@karariekstins366]

I developed plantar fasciitis a few years back. I was a dirty little child amd went everywhere barefoot when I was a little girl 😁. But over the years people's disgust with me has made me strive to fit in. So, after my plantar fascis ripped, I wore custom arch supports and fancy sneakers to heal the tear, but then my right foot ALSO developed plantar fasciitis. I knew something was wrong and did my own reading. The people with the healthiest feet in the world are from Zimbabwe....because they don't wear shoes. I switched to working in flip flops. A lot of yuppies think flip flops are a red flag for louses, but hot damn flip flops actually work your feet! I am regaining my ability to walk around barefoot. Foot health all the way!!

[@Strengthside]

its amazing the things we did as kids are usually the most healthy :)

[@mightbefire]

0:30 bonus down dog lesson

[@Iamtheoverlander]

I took my shoes off a year ago for grounding reasons and will go barefoot for the rest of my life. ❤ The m gong to do those exercises, thx bud.

[@markospolar1577]

Hi guys, Thanks for the great video! I have yet to include barefoot walking into my everyday routine, currently it is only "every now and then". I hope it is like having cold showers: stressful at first but when you get used to it, you can't live without it. Thanks again and have fun! :) BR, M

[@corposant]

What should one do about Achilles tendonitis as a consequence of switching to zero drop shoes? I used to have plantar fasciitis, but this solved that issue only to move it down the kinetic chain.

[@stevenwelp7165]

In a perfect world, barefoot best, but issues of concrete, glass, nails, solvent contact...Birkenstock more practical on a work basis...taking barefoot vacations frequently.

[@MattAngiono]

Find some good dirty trails. That's where the benefits really stack up

[@DoughnutDragon]

If you're in the city you have the issues of stray knives and needles on the ground in any public space as well.

[@MattAngiono]

@DoughnutDragon that's a pretty big exaggeration of "any public space" It all depends where you are. Just about everywhere is fine outside of the dirty parts of cities. The whole point is awareness anyway. You WATCH where you step, instead of being oblivious

[@DoughnutDragon]

@@MattAngiono I wish it was an exaggeration. It is just straight up the case here unfortunately. Large homeless and druggie population here. But i agree it is good to be aware of where you're stepping anyways.

[@MattAngiono]

@DoughnutDragon I can believe that is true in some places, but not most. Here in Colorado, you pretty much don't have to worry in 99% of places. Broken glass is always a thing, even in nature on trails, but again, it's just awareness. Sharp rocks are a thing too, and gravel can really suck sometimes, but most trails are potentially good. Also, barefoot shoes can get you a lot of the benefits

[@user-bf3pc2qd9s]

Oh my. I've roughed it before quite a bit, including in short life housing (twice) but these days I'd say that *walls around the toilet* should be a minimum standard.

[@BristlyBright]

In Sweden you just don't wear shoes inside. So that's a good start. 😂 Started using shoes with a wider toebox. Feels amazing. But as said, inside no shoes!

[@bondedcarbon]

I love my barefoot shoes for walking and exercising at the gym (weight lifting, boxing, kickboxing). However, as a larger human, I definitely suffer if I try to go for a run on pavement in them. I think these amazing tribal hunters able to run hundreds of miles were (1) lighter, (2) highly adapted over their entire life, (3) benefited from the asymmetry of the earth beneath them (softer, uneven terrain). So, I'd highly recommend barefoot shoes for daily life... but don't be surprised if you go for a 2 mile run and your ankles or knees hurt!

[@andrewpankiw2144]

I climbed cadair idris barefoot (2nd highest mountain in wales). I loved it. Absolutely no need for hiking shoes! The shoe composite must make billions of wealth convincing us we need shoes for everything. We only mainly need them in places where glass and needles is a problem which be most urban areas. Everyone walking past me said they can't believe i forgot my shoes even though i didn't. I once saw a documentary where congolese loggers carried huge logs down rocky terrain barefoot. They didn't need fancy hiking boots.

[@theetravelhippie]

this was brilliant and well timed, thanks!

[@mrdwan77]

tried the 3 tests and can do them all even while I"m in shoes most of the time! had a conclusion and dont know if there is a real link or not but as a muslim i have to pray 5 times a day and do wuduu" before each prayer and both of the acts involve motion and flexion in toes, heels and knees espicially when preforming sujud ( you can watch videos of muslims praying to know what i mean)

[@KeithTharp]

Going on three years barefoot and barefoot shoes

[@sw6118]

To get rid of Morton’s neuroma, use your big toe and first toe and pick up a piece of tissue that you have conveniently dropped on the floor. Do this about 10 times a day for a week or two and you may recover with shots or surgery.

[@karlbuttler]

Two or Three years ago I got the idea to start walking and Hiking bare foot, I started in Grass and worked my way up the Hiking trails every where I went, it was Pain full at first, but I was amazed how tough they Got, walking in Mud, sand, rocks, leaves, even trekking off trail thru the woods, until I stepped on some thorns one weekend, But I recovered soon, I started out Good this spring, but as summer has rolled in have not been on the trails as much, P.S. any one starting out, Golf Courses feel Great to walk Bare Foot on....K

[@swilhelm3180]

So much truth in this video. I can't believe I'm see it on KZbin. Barefoot is the best. Always has been, always will be. In the winter use Mukluks which are like leather socks. People use them comfortably down to -20c without socks! If it's rocky and your feet aren't tough enough use minimalist sandals with a very thin sole. To toughen your feet walk/run on very smooth concrete that is pebble free. Because the pain of landing on a pebble is just no fun at all. The rubbing motion of your foot against the concrete will encourage callus growth. Be patient. It takes months and months to really toughen your feet. Monitor your foot bottom when going barefoot and always have a bandaid in case you cut your foot on something.

[@AjaychinuShah]

You sure are a source of reliable knowledge. 😮

[@chibay99]

Cool video! Instantly had to click on it haha. I love walking barefoot, at home always and i sometimes take walks or run in forests. Sometimes finding thorns i have to get out later on :D And the grounding effect is more than obvious as soon as your feet touch natural ground! Just an awesome feeling!

[@tobiassoar]

Thank you for your videos, your training tips and philosophy have been great for me! Been training barefoot/in Vibram Five Fingers for over 2 years now and my feet, knees, and posterior chain are much much stronger. A few months ago I switched to Vivos as my daily shoe and I’m really happy. Now I’m searching for my next pair of shoes. Maybe some Onitsuka Mexico 66s are a good choice? Happy to hear people’s suggestions that won’t break the bank!

[@j.f.almeida9081]

I miss growing up in the farm. I used to walk barefoot on raining days because I had no gumboots, the sensation of the mud stretching my toes was relaxing.

[@anthonysakin1151]

I live in Asia. Barefoot at home and Vivos 75% of the time.But Barefoot outside is asking for trouble. Parasites such as hookworm. Plus... sanitation even in park areas isn't great. But I do the best I can.

[@gsica2097]

Great info. Thank you. I do squats in the gym barefoot. To me this is non negotiable. Love your content

[@PdIng-rd3hn]

I found so much of this information really hit home. Did you have a sponsor for this podcast?

[@MattAngiono]

LOL that comment at the end is EXACTLY what you hear endlessly if you're out hiking barefoot! I always tell people to just try it! You'll surprise yourself what you're capable of!

[@softhaus4485]

I get that feeling of wanting to go barefoot. i obviously dont wear shoes inside (thats not hygenic if anything), but i often don't wear shoes and i dont suffer from cramped feet. Also for the shoes i usually wear nowadays I have made an unconcious decision to buy shoes that are alot wider, and often when i traverse around i can really feel my toes spread and bend. I didnt always know that it was good for you, i always preferred it. But nowadays I'm thinking about it alot more and i'm 100% gonna buy these shoes you guys were giving tips about

[@chrisbaylis4733]

I grabbed some groundies formal minimalist for work. Get to wear wide toe box for work all day. Love it...us kiwis love the no shoes at the supermarket

[@MyNiagaraGarden]

Barefoot gardening is a must! Strengthening my feet, while connecting my body to the nature that grows my food! 🥬 Win-Win!

[@LeJimster]

Ever since I was a kid I prefer to be barefoot at home. Still I'm taking it easy with my new barefoot shoes, slowly building up the amount I do in them as I seem to easily injure myself doing the most basic exercises. The only thing I'm not really sure on is if my walking pattern is right. I seem to be striking the ground fairly neutral possibly towards the heel still, I thought the idea of barefoot was more forefoot and that you would naturally adapt when wearing the right shoes.

[@jumboon]

It's a few years now I only use barefoot shoes. At work formal barefoot shoes, the important is they need to be black and polishable, and they are. Casual, gym, outdoor. Sometime I am so surprised about the body reactions when you walk on uneven surfaces. Not very expensive, you can find some super durable shoes at good prices. A bit of search for the joy of you 👣

[@Dinu-1959]

🔴 I was born to live barefoot : 🦶🏼☺🦶🏼 !

[@andymat7359]

Flip flops are a pretty good happy medium for me, I miss my surfing days, used to be able to walk on granite chippings and not feel anything.

[@danskmand2723]

Barefoot slackline is great excercise!

[@queunlimited4779]

I do the squat thing in evey yoga class I lead.