The debate over running shoes versus barefoot running continues among fitness enthusiasts. Understanding the benefits and ...

Barefoot shoes were first introduced in the 1970s, when brands began toying with the idea that cushion and support were not necessary in footwear. The idea was to mimic a more natural and minimalist ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." “Minimalist shoes are footwear that feature minimal cushion, no midsole, or stiff heel counter,” says ...

You never forget your first time. Seeing a pair of barefoot toe shoes, that is. Sporting an unconventional design that resembles gloves for your feet, this style has been kicking around since the ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." I was borderline shocked the first time I heard a trainer recommend going barefoot for workouts. As ...

The best barefoot shoes have thin soles, wide toe boxes and a zero-drop design to help your feet walk more naturally. But do they actually help your feet? Are they even all that comfortable? To find ...

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It's the latest trend in footwear: barefoot shoes. Several companies — Vibram, Nike, Terra Plana — are creating shoes that look sort of like gloves for your feet. They're minimalist, with a little ...

For the growing number of runners who are considering trying "barefoot" five-finger running shoes, researchers at BYU have a message for you: Take it slow! A new study from a team of exercise science ...

At times, the barefoot shoe movement has played out like an all-out unleashing of designers' unbridled creativity. We've seen foam feet, ruggedized socks, foot condoms, half shoes and every other type ...