Walking barefoot—also called “earthing” or “grounding”—may seem like a simple act, but it’s gaining popularity as a natural ...

Walking is one of the simplest and most effective ways to stay active and healthy. But when it comes to walking barefoot vs. wearing shoes, opinions are divided. Some swear by the natural feel of ...

First, let’s start with a definition of barefoot: According to the Cambridge Dictionary — and experts ranging from podiatrists to dermatologists — walking barefoot means having no shoes or socks on.

The freedom and flexibility of walking barefoot — with some added protection and light support — is exactly what the best barefoot shoes aim to provide. Barefoot shoes, or minimalist shoes ...

Now, over a decade later, a growing body of research continues to demonstrate that going barefoot or wearing minimalist shoes can help to restore foot strength, increase muscle size, and improve ...

The best barefoot shoes are designed to align with the natural shape of your foot as closely as possible—and to mimic the sensation of walking barefoot on the ground. Unlike traditional footwear ...

There are at least a few scientifically-supported reasons to walk or even run barefoot, podiatrists say. But there are things to know before you lose the socks (or strap on minimalist shoes).

Barefoot shoes, designed to emulate the feel and benefits of walking (and running) barefoot, have gone from niche to ...

I wore Peluva’s barefoot toe shoes everywhere for a week to see if there’s more to these five-toed shoes than their eye-catching design.

There’s something oddly comforting about the soft tickle of grass under the feet during early mornings. It reminds us of ...

Walking shoes tend to be a bit more flexible underfoot to promote a natural stride that mimics barefoot walking. Running shoes are often stiffer, especially when you’re looking at performance ...