Trust in evolution.
Discover the benefits of barefoot shoes.
Evolution is rarely wrong. Walking barefoot is the oldest form of locomotion. For hundreds of thousands of years, our ancestors moved through nature without shoes - or with the simplest footwear. For your information: shoes with heels were only invented in Persia around 1,000 years ago. Our organism is simply designed for walking without shoes. However, dirt, broken glass, bad weather and social aspects limit walking barefoot in our modern society. This is why barefoot shoes exist. These imitate walking barefoot very realistically and allow you to benefit from the health advantages of walking barefoot in everyday life.
Features of barefoot shoes:
- Flexible, thin sole: For a natural rolling motion and a finer perception of the ground.
- Zero-drop or flat, heelless sole: gait and posture become more natural and balance improves.
- Wide toe space: Feet and toes have enough space to expand freely and stabilize the body.
Below you will find out how barefoot shoes can have a positive effect on your health. However, please note that the extent of the effects depends on your physical predisposition and the length of time and intensity of wearing your barefoot shoes. Although the health benefits are scientifically and confirmed by orthopedists, they always have an individual component.
Natural movement sequence
Barefoot shoes encourage movement as nature intended. Like running without shoes, barefoot shoes result in a shorter stride, a flatter heel strike (some barefoot enthusiasts prefer a ball strike) and an adjustment of the foot mechanics. The result is a more natural gait that has a positive effect on the entire body posture. This can help to eliminate back and hip problems as well as muscular imbalances.
Strengthening the foot and leg muscles
By regularly wearing barefoot shoes, many muscles and ligaments are stimulated and strengthened. The foot muscles, the muscles in the ankle area, as well as the calf and shin are particularly activated. There are also effects on the muscles in the thighs and back.
Prevention of injuries
Barefoot shoes can prevent injuries. There are two main reasons for this. Firstly, the more natural movement can lead to a reduction and correction of foot misalignments. In addition, stronger muscles and tendons make the musculoskeletal system more resistant to injuries.
Improved sensor technology
The thin soles of the barefoot shoes enable a nuanced perception of the ground and give the brain feedback about it. This improves proprioceptive perception, i.e. the feeling for the perception of the body and its position and movement in space and time. In short: the sense of one's own identity is promoted. This in turn improves coordination and balance.
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