As a child, many people ran barefoot through the grass on a warm summer's day. Those were amazingly free and unencumbered days of joy and exhilaration. Our ancestors evolved barefoot, and walked the expanse of the Earth without shoes. Nowadays, shoe wearing is the norm. But a lot of people are moving back to running barefoot to feel their ground beneath their feet and their connection to the earth. You might think that sounds a little crazy. Running down a city sidewalk without shoes might not be something you would like to do. But Vibram 5 Fingers shoes are a shoe that gives you the ability to experience being barefoot without stepping on glass.
A marvel of evolution, the human foot is a complex machine consisting of 26 bones, 33 joints, 20 muscles, and hundreds of ligaments, sensory receptors, and tendons. Stuffed in our shoes, the foot doesn't get the exercise it needs to be as strong as our ancestor's feet. Modern feet become weak because they don't use their working parts properly. If you work in a steel mill, you will probably need some work boots, but the foot still needs the stimulation and exercise from being bare foot some of the time. Five Finger shoes look a little funny if you have never seen them or thought about barefoot shoes. They look like a foot with a little toe pocket for each toe to increase strength and agility. The souls are contoured to allow natural movements of the foot. This all gives feet the flexibility and sensitive connection to the ground that you would experience while being barefoot. There is a trend toward barefoot running, and Five Fingers has a whole line of shoes suitable for running. Barefoot runners run lightly compared to running in traditional 5 Fingers Speed Shoes . Barefoot, runners land on the outer part of the midfoot and roll inward.In running shoes, runners run heel to toe which can often cause injuries and pain. Barefoot shoes are great for other fitness activities as well such as water sports and hiking.
Kayakers, surfers and fisherman like these shoes because they have the flexibility of being barefoot and the excellent traction of shoes. Hikers enjoy being in touch with the natural environment and the connection to the ground beneath their feet. Yoga practitioners will like these shoes because they allow for yoga anytime and anywhere. They won't need a mat and can do yoga on the go and even outdoors. They give traction on slippery mats and protect the foot while outside. Cardio, lifting and stretching are great with barefoot shoes because these shoes give additional flexibility, added comfort, sense of control, lower center of gravity, and greater balance. The ankles, feet and lower leg will also enjoy greater muscle stimulation. When transitioning to Vibram 5 Fingers it is important to consult a physician if you have any history of foot or leg injuries. It is also important to take it slow and not over do it. The feeling of being barefoot can be very exciting, and many people over do it. Remember, your feet have been in traditional shoes all your life, and your body needs time to build up its natural strength. A great way of pacing yourself is to run barefoot with 5 Fingers in your hands, and when your skin is tired, put the shoes on and walk home.
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