Comments on: Seminal Resources for Understanding the Barefoot Movement

By: samantha

samantha — Wed, 30 Jul 2025 19:53:29 +0000

In reply to Cailleux. Hi Denise, I have some resouces to help you find what you're looking for: Best Beginner Barefoot Shoes (with cushion) Best Wide Toe Box Shoes (without a barefoot sole) Brands by Region (find brands and retailers near you!)

By: Cailleux

Cailleux — Sat, 05 Jul 2025 18:21:27 +0000

In reply to Anya.

Bonjour.
Merci pour toutes vos informations !
Depuis ce printemps je suis passée aux Barefoot, pour leur grande boîte à orteils, l’absence de talon, et la souplesse de la semelle. Mais j’ai un gros problème d’arthrose des genoux après une grosse fracture et hanche (celui-ci commence).
J’ai donc besoin d’un amorti, donc d’une épaisseur de semelle conventionnelle (voir plus) et non super fine. C’est très difficile à trouver, surtout en France (ou Europe). Il n’y aurait que certaines sandales de course américaines, mais j’aimerais les essayer avant d’acheter et j’aurais préféré plus local…
Depuis que je porte des chaussures Barefoot je n’ai plus mal aux orteils, mais j’ai plus mal aux genoux et une douleur à la hanche est arrivée, même en marchant plus lentement…
Les fabricants prévoient-ils d’épaissir leurs semelles pour les personnes souffrant d’arthrose ? Pour le 3e et 4e âge où les orteils ont tendance à se déformer et ont besoin de plus de place ? Bel été à vous. Denise

By: samantha

samantha — Wed, 26 Jun 2024 16:39:19 +0000

In reply to Kari. Hi Kari! Definitely give it more time. Some people can transition quickly, but most take longer. Read more transition tips here to help you navigate this path.

By: Kari

Kari — Tue, 25 Jun 2024 16:09:49 +0000

Hi! I have dealt with planter fasciatis for years and am just learning about barefoot shoes! So in the past week and a half I have been doing foot exercises and going barefoot a lot. I ordered Shamma sandles and they arrived yesterday. I wore them for 1 hour yesterday and last night my planter fasciatis was really hurting. Do you have any advice on this? Are the Shamma sandles not right for me or do I need more time?

By: Anya

Anya — Sat, 15 Jul 2023 17:16:33 +0000

In reply to Lien. Great question! I am going to get an answer added to my Barefoot Shoes FAQ soon for the future, but what I can tell you now is that it's best to save exfoliation for trouble areas and avoid removing calluses when possible. Definitely if a crack is forming it's good to shave it down (I use a natural pumice stone after soaking my feet in hot water) and then I moisturize at night before bed. You can also put socks on after applying moisturizer to help it soak in instead of getting rubbed off on the ground or your sheets. Personally I love Cetaphil lotion on my feet. You can apply it liberally every night and let it absorb as you sleep.

By: Lien

Lien — Fri, 14 Jul 2023 06:19:11 +0000

Hi Anya!
Thank you for all your reviews and resources! I looove being bare foot and am so glad to find well-researched shoes that support that! One things I’m looking for guidance on (and maybe I’ve just missed it) is foot care- my feet and toes get so dry and sometimes my heals crack. I use a nail brush, exfoliating brush, and lotion, but how can I keep my nail beds and skin from drying out? Thank you!!

By: Anya

Anya — Fri, 19 May 2023 21:40:41 +0000

In reply to Fraval.

Hi Valerie. I would start with the articles here: https://anyasreviews.com/tag/health/
And the FAQ here: https://anyasreviews.com/barefoot-shoes-faq/

By: Fraval

Fraval — Fri, 19 May 2023 10:33:48 +0000

Bonjour,
Je suis sujette à me déséquilibrer dès que j’ai de l’épaisseur sous mes pieds !!
Ce n’est pas simple à gérer
Je fais appel à vos bons conseils pour m’orienter !!
Merci d’avance et à bientôt
Valérie