It might be surprising in a world full of cushioned trainers, gel inserts, and carbon-plated soles, but one of the best things you can do for your body might be taking off your shoes. Barefoot ...

Going barefoot trains the soft tissues of your feet far more effectively than wearing shoes, says Simmons. It strengthens ...

Barefoot workouts can provide many benefits once your body gets used to them. But they’re not without risk, and they’re not about going all in. If anything, they require you to slowly unlearn certain ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." It may be time to ditch your shoes, according to some fitness experts and athletes. Well, while lifting, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." It may be time to ditch your shoes, according to some fitness experts and athletes. Well, while lifting, ...

With picks from Nike, Reebok, and brands that might not yet be on your radar, these workout and gym shoes are designed for every type of activity.

There’s nothing quite like running in minimalist running shoes. They have thin soles, are flexible, and are optimized for responsiveness, so you can get a better feel for the earth beneath your feet.

Whether carrying heavy tools, climbing ladders, managing wildland terrain or moving patients, your job’s activities require the ability to stand and walk safely. The foot is the base of support for ...

Okay, people, we get it. You love your minimalist running shoes. You have a pair of Nike Frees in almost every neon color imaginable, and fingers crossed there’ll be a pair of New Balance Minimus ...

A few years back, barefoot running was red-hot. Thanks to the book "Born to Run," soon to be a movie starring Matthew McConaughey, thousands of runners cast their shoes aside in the hope that the ...

The best cross training shoes provide a stable foundation for lifting, the flexibility for action and moving between activities, and are nimble enough for a bit of running, allowing you to tackle the ...