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

When it comes to barefoot shoes for everyday wear, Lems Primal Zen rose to the top as our favorite shoes in the testing pool. They’re lightweight, stylish and extremely comfortable, and make an ...

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.

Barefoot shoes will have a wide toebox that allow your toes to spread out naturally.” Toe splay is important for both balance, creating a tripod with your big toe, pinky toe, and heel, and forward ...

Walking barefoot—also called “earthing” or “grounding”—may seem like a simple act, but it’s gaining popularity as a natural way to reconnect with nature and boost overall well-being. Whether you’re ...

Feel the ground beneath your feet. Inside, explore our editors' 8 best barefoot shoes, from brands including Merrell, Teva, Vivobarefoot, and more.

Having never worn barefoot anything before (unless you count my 12-year-old Haviana flip flops that really need to be retired), trying on a pair of barefoot boots for the first time was a pleasant ...

Peluva, a new contender in the barefoot shoes space, is on a mission to bring its “five-toe shoes” into everyday wear. Launched in 2023, the brand promises comfort, foot-strengthening support ...

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.

“Barefoot shoes allow us to get as close as possible to being barefoot while still protecting the bottom of our feet,” Dr. Irene Davis, PT with a Ph.D. in biomechanics, ...