How to transition to barefoot shoes?
Start gradually
• Begin by wearing your Barefoot Shoes for short periods
• Start with low-impact activities, such as walking around the house
• Alternate between your regular shoes and Barefoot Shoes at the beginning
Increase wear time slowly
• Gradually increase the amount of time you wear Barefoot Shoes each day
Focus on posture and gait
• Pay attention to your walking style
• Slow down and shorten your stride. Land softly to minimise impact
Listen to your body
• Pay attention to any discomfort or pain
Strengthen your feet
• Do exercises to strenghten the muscles in your feet
• Walk on natural, uneven surfaces like grass, forest floor and sand
Tools
• Use Toe Separators to encourage proper toe alignment and improve blood circulation
• Roll a tennis ball under your feet to stretch the plantar fascia to promote foot mobility