Mar 9, 2023

Are you tired of feeling like your feet are trapped in a pair of foot coffins all day? Crocs, flip flops, Danskins, Converse - everyone seems to have an opinion on what the best type of shoe is for people with foot pain.

Instead of just recommending a bunch of brands that may or may not work for you, I want to empower you with the knowledge to choose the best type of shoe for yourself.

Because the minimal and barefoot style shoe world has come a long way from the five-finger Vibrams. Believe it or not, you can now be stylish while also improving your walking pattern, improving balance, and dynamic stability.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How traditional shoes restrict normal foot and ankle mobility
• How to shop for minimalist shoes (and what to look for)
• The best way to break in new shoes without getting hurt

All the links:

• Modifications in lower leg muscle activation when walking barefoot or in minimalist shoes across different age-groups, Gait & Posture. 2018
• Walking barefoot vs. with minimalist footwear – influence on gait in younger and older adults. BMC Geriatr 20, 88 (2020)
• Barefoot Shoes and Style - Anya’s Reviews
• Flux Footwear | use code BODYNERD10 to save - www.aewellness.com/flux/
• Earth Runner sandals
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• 30 days to more strength + flexibility with the Mobility Mastery Toolkit
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