BLOGGING BAREFOOT
Barefoot shoes are better! And, we just love telling people all about it.
Here on "BLOGGING BAREFOOT", you will find great articles and information about transitioning to barefoot shoes, all the benefits of barefoot shoes, and more.
Wide Toe Box - What Is It? Why Does It Matter?
Have you ever slipped your feet into a pair of shoes that look great but feel like they belong in a medieval torture chamber? You know the ones we’re talking about - shoes that have your toes feeling like they’re wearing a straitjacket.
"Wide-toe box shoes, like the ones here at SPLAY, prioritize the anatomy and function of your feet. They’re designed to mimic the natural shape of your foot, giving your toes the FREEDOM they need to spread out."
Lifting Weights in Barefoot Shoes.
Conventional shoes compromise your foundation and even the most rookie of weightlifters know lifting heavy all starts with a steady and strong connection to the ground.
Barefoot shoes, on the other hand, with their zero-drop soles and foot-shaped design, allow your body to work the way it's meant to, from the ground up.
"Switching to barefoot shoes isn’t just about lifting heavier, it’s about lifting smarter. With proper alignment, a stable base, and stronger feet, you’ll not only feel the difference but see it in your progress."
What are the Benefits of Toe Splay?
When your toes are given space to SPLAY, magical things start to happen. Your feet get stronger, like, really strong. We’re talking about the kind of strength that can help you walk further, run faster, and feel more grounded in every step.
"The good news? It’s never too late to give your toes their SPLAY back. The first step is choosing the right shoes. Shoes that let your toes SPLAY naturally. "
Do Barefoot Shoes Help With With Foot Pain?
Conventional shoes with their narrow toe boxes, cushioned soles, and heel lift take their toll on your feet by restricting your foot's natural movement, weakening muscles, and changing their shape.
"If you’ve spent your life choosing shoes based on style rather than what’s good for your feet that, my friend, we’re afraid to say, is the most commonly overlooked cause of so much foot pain."
What Does Zero Drop Mean?
Barefoot shoes are shoes that are foot-shaped, with plenty of room to wiggle your toes.
But part of the secret sauce that makes barefoot shoes so awesome is that they are zero drop.
"Shoes that are zero drop have a zero millimeter difference between heel and toe, aka there’s none of that unnecessary lift. This means no compensation is required from your ankles, knees, or hips. So your feet and body move the way nature intended."
Does Foot Strength Matter?
Imagine being able to run further, balance better, and move with ease.
Guess what! Wearing barefoot shoes and building up your foot strength can lead to all these things and more.
"Have you ever had a body part immobilized for a while? It gets weak fast, right? When you squeeze your toes into stiff, narrow-toed, overly cushioned conventional shoes your feet don’t move the way nature intended. Restricting your feet like this messes with how they function and weakens your feet over time."
Switching to Barefoot Shoes? Here's What You Need to Know.
We’re here to help you on the way to more foot FREEDOM by sharing how to make the transition a sustainable and enjoyable one.
"If your feet have been locked away in regular shoes your entire life, transitioning to barefoot shoes might take a little time. You wouldn’t jump straight into running a marathon or deadlifting 300lb straight off the bat, in the same way, freeing your feet is a journey."
Why Switch to Barefoot Shoes?
"Why should I swap out my trusty old kicks for the barefoot shoes everyone seems to be wearing these days?”
"Get the foundation right. Improve your gait. Naturally, align your feet. And you'll notice your whole body has less dysfunction and pain."
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