Barefoot shoes (also known as minimalist sneakers) are designed to feel similar to walking on the ground sans shoes while offering protection from dirt or debris. They have a zero heel drop, so your ...

TikTok has given us an endless catalogue of trends and talking points. It has undoubtedly transformed the way we approach wellness by becoming the new go-to hub for millions across the world. From ...

"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 ...

Galahad Clark, the man behind Vivobarefoot, hasn’t worn regular shoes in years. That’s because he believes the modern footwear industry is a public health scandal. In a recent interview, Clark told ...

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The Z-Trail sandals from footwear maker Xero Shoes are true "barefoot" shoes. The sandals are so thin of sole, so minimal of strap, I routinely forget I'm wearing them. Which is the whole point: ...

If there’s one item of clothing that we tend to be relieved to remove at the end of the day, it’s our shoes. That feeling highlights how uncomfortable modern shoes can be – and why, according to some, ...

It was 2011 the first time I tried to run in barefoot shoes. I was in my mid-20s, healthy and averaging about 20 miles a week. Born to Run was on my bookshelf (of course), and I had a brand-new pair ...

There’s nothing quite like running in minimalist running shoes. They have thin soles, are flexible, and are optimized for responsiveness, so you can get a better feel for the earth beneath your feet.