The argument behind barefoot training is that it can help you activate and strengthen the muscles of the feet better compared ...

The best barefoot shoes strengthen your feet by activating their oft-neglected intrinsic muscles. Some of our favorites are from Vivobarefoot, Merrell, Whitin and more.

I’ve been trotting around town in barefoot shoes from WHITIN. I picked them up on Amazon for less than $50, and I can already see why broad, thin-soled sneakers are such a hit on social media.

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“Begin by incorporating barefoot exercises such as balance work, yoga, or pilates, which allow your feet and fascia to adjust to the change, and start on soft surfaces (like mats, sand, or grass ...

Training barefoot can help strengthen the muscles of the feet, translating to improved functional movement and stability. Experts explain the benefits and risks.

If that’s the case, low-profile, barefoot-style shoes (see our top picks below) may be a better option to still reap some of the benefits, without causing extra stress on the feet.

In the later months of 2024, high-end designer, Balenciaga, shared their latest range of footwear for fall 2025 — a shoe that makes you look like you’re walking around barefoot.

Embracing the barefoot lifestyle, Lems sneakers and boots embrace the natural physique of the foot by letting it work as it’s intended, through a wide-toe box design and minimal platform sole.

Vivofoot, for example, make high quality barefoot shoes for runners, hikers and daily wearers. Pick of the bunch is the Primus Lite 3.5 Womens Shoe - a training 'all-rounder' that starts from £130.