Why I Quit Barefoot Shoes
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- čas přidán 8. 07. 2023
- I stopped wearing barefoot shoes
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I have been wearing barefoot shoes for over two years and often wonder what would happen if I started wearing regular shoes again. Well, that is exactly what we are going to find out. in today's video. Enjoy.
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The hardest part about wearing barefoot shoes is not making CZcams/TikTok video's about it
Haha
Barefoot shoe user's must be genetically related to crossfitters and cyclists.
😂😂
Impossible challenge
Dude just found out where the word niche meant
Barefoot shoes make sense to me but holy shit most of their marketing sounds like that of a cult.
Yea your not wrong mate. Anything that is outside the 'main-stream' seems to fall into a 'culty' category.
That't my current perception of the barefoot community. Trying to find out right now whether it actually has any benefits. I'm really not convinced. My ankles are overpronated and I think I need my feet supported.
feet support is a temporarily solution. If you want to solve the issue you first need to remove the cause@@TheSalosful
Well that’s what happens with non mainstream products that tell you “no, but you have to try for a good while to feel the benefits” and a bunch of enthusiasts telling you all the good and barely any of the bad, though I gotta say I do like wide toe boxes, I’m definitely not a fan of the community these shoes have, like just let enjoy my shoes, I don’t wanna talk about them with you
It's not a cult; it's science. If your footwear has arch support, then why do your feet have arches? You were given arches in your feet for a reason. If you support that which was designed not to be supported, then it makes your foot weaker over time.
I am 33 and have had constant back pain for years. I just thought it was because I was flat footed. Had a couple guys at work tell me about barefoot shoes and how it helped them. I decided to try it and i have now been 6 months with zero back pain. It has absolutely changed my life. I can't stand to wear anything else now.
Glad to hear they have helped your back pain
Same with me. I'm a bit younger but had near the same experience
What shoes are you wearing?
Xero HFS. I chose those because I got them 50% off. I have been happy with them so far.
barefoot shoes forces you to walk properly otherwise your feet could hurt more. i learned the hard way so since im walking properly with strong feet my chronic back and neck pain were gone
I was walking up the stairs yesterday and thought, "Oh, yeah, I couldn't do this without pain before barefoot shoes." My body feels better now than 7 years ago.
Thats great to hear! I am still experiencing some dull pain in my foot (I assume from walking so much on concrete) which I am still trying to resolve.
@@PeteOnPurpose Maybe you can use yours Lems Primal Zen on concrete ?
Good idea, I personally find them a little tight for me. Should have gotten a bigger size.
@@PeteOnPurposehow about the barebarics? Don't they have a slightly thicker sole?
They are but they are also very stiff so I don’t enjoy wearing them daily as I walk a lot.
Barefoot shoes completely stopped my knee pain and foot pain and have helped me with stability not only during regular movement but also during weightlifting.
there's a theory floating around that the extra padding in non-barefoot shoes affects your joints negatively because you aren't walking in a way that supports your joints. when you wear barefoot shoes, walking on the ground incorrectly actually hurts so your body adjusts accordingly. when I switch to normal footwear, I notice back pain pretty quickly.
I agree with that. I hate the the extra think soles on many.
I did your experiment by accident. I used to walk in regular shoes my entire life...and was always suffering from knee pain and back pain..since even before i was 16..obviously there was "nothing wrong with me" from the doctors viewpoint besides having "partially flat feet" as one doctor said to me...anyway fast forward to age around 24 to 26, i began walking in flip flops...i even wore flip flops to work with a little back strap to have the excuse that they are "closed" shoe like sandals and not actually flip flops..i wore them at home and basically anywhere i went to..and also almost the entire year besides when rain season started..and after a few years i did that i started noticing that there is absolutely no shoe that i can wear that wont hurt me in some way..so i began researching and found out about "bare foot shoes" and i realize that essentially what i did is walk almost barefoot this whole time and my foot grew wider and healthier...i even thought that my knee and back pain went away because i have gone to a chiropract for a few meetings (which basically happened around the same time i started wearing flipflops) anyway now we fast forward to age 31 and i decided im gonna buy me some other shoes to wear in the hose..basically pink huge cushioned flip flop...and i wore them in the house for about a week...and you know what? my freaking knee pain hit me so hard i almost threw the shoes in the garbage. also any time i had to wear my boots to work in the winter i got the same knee and back pain. so yeah...that's my story about how i accidently discovered bare foot shoes and how regular shoes give me terrible knee and back pain.
Haha that’s similar to how I transitioned, wearing flip flops in Bali for 7 months.
@@PeteOnPurpose imagine my shock when i realized i can't wear any of my shoes anymore xD
Haha the same thing happened to me, I thought my feet had swollen initially. 😅
I have the exact same thing. If I put on regular shoes, my knees and back instantly begin protesting.
We Arabs don't wear shoes indoors. Even in England. Perhaps imitating us could help your feet.
I started watching your videos about a year ago and fully transitioned into barefoot shoes. Literally changed my life. Unfortunately, I'm in the military which forces me to wear boots all day long, so it's a constant foot pain battle on my feet going back and forth from boots to my vivo's. I just wish I could get a barefoot military boot. It would make my life a million times better.
You are about the 20th person to ask me about a work/military barefoot boot, so there definitely seems to be a market for them.
I have the feelgrounds patrol boots and I love them but I am not quite sure they would cut it in the military.
@@PeteOnPurpose I appreciate your response! I looked everywhere for even just a wide toe box military boot but had no luck. I reached out to Lem's earlier this week about creating a military boot and now I'm just waiting for their reply. I'll make sure to let you know if it gets put in the works!
Check out Belleville mini mil boots. Designed to be a minimalist 670-1 compliant boot
@@wesleyhack1745I agree these are one of the very few that are barefoot enough for the military
have you tried Belleville Minimalist Training Boot? They have zero drop and kinda wider than usual toe box
Respect for being willing to experiment w yourself like this, thank you, it's very helpful for someone like me who's new to all this considering taking the journey into barefoot shoes. Thanks!
Happy you found it helpful. 😊
I used to size up... Now I size DOWN and wear a WIDE WIDTH. I don't think I realized I needed wide before years in barefoot style shoes, because I think my toes spread out. Just bought some New Balance 1540V3s yesterday. While extremely ugly, they are the very best shoes I've ever tried on. I went from Nike Airmaxes in Sz 12 standard width to Sz 10.5 wides. My hip pain instantly felt better. I also went wide width in my Keen work boots, and I have so much more energy at the end of the day now. I honestly want to keep those boots on even after a 12hr work day. I think barefoot shoes may be good for certain activities, but a properly fit conventional show is hard to beat, especially if you forget the style aspect.
I switched to minimalist in 2011 and never looked back. 100% game changing life saver
When I was a kid, I use to wear cheap converse knockoffs. They were to wide and the soles were so thin you could feel every single little pebbles of the ground. And I love those shoes. I bought all the ones I could find until I was 20. I was a good sprinter, long jumper, hurdle runner, javelin and shot put thrower. Then I couldn't find those shoes anymore and struggled to find something remotly close. I tryed barefoot shoes 2 weeks aggo. I am 51 and I feel like I wasted 31 years of my life. I was instantly capable of running 5k again. To be fair I already spend most of my days in socks durring office hours or at home. So shoes were always a constraint. I had to buy 1 to 1.5 size bigger than my suggested size because my feet are wide. So I had shoes with 1 inch of empty space at the front just so I could fit my wide feets in. Zero drop wide toe boxes is the way to go If you already spend most of your time barefoot. Better balance, no more tibial and calf pain. If your body has already been deformed by fashion shoes then it's probably not for you.
Good video! I’ve not yet encountered anyone who’s reverted back to normal shoes after going barefoot. I’m 100% in barefoot shoes or actual barefoot, so normal shoes are now low level foot torture. Super frustrating when going out out sometimes. I look at my old footwear and weigh up the equation of aesthetics x time = discomfort 😂
haha, I am back on the dating scene so thought some 'normal' shoes could work for dates and once we know each other a little better I whip out the barefoot shoes. 😂
@@PeteOnPurpose You never know Pete … I was in a shop wearing my vivos and a guy had some on too. There was a mutual glance and affirmation nod as we acknowledged each other’s shoes 😂
@@anniwilson2534haha I also give other ‘barefooters’ nods of approval when I walk past 😅
do you front foot strike or heel strike in barefoot shoes?
@@multitablez7825 rear to mid for walking, mid to front for running.
I started to get knee pain on a recent trip to Europe when I was walking 7-10 miles a day in Lems Nine2Fives. I'm sure my technique could be better, and I could build up a bit more endurance at home, but I started to get a little skeptical about "barefoot" shoes. But ultimately, the things I like about barefoot shoes are the zero drop, flexible movement, and wide toe box. Changing any of these things feels like I'm walking in Wooden Clogs. I might want a bit more cushioning, especially when walking on pavement 99% of the time.
I have a similar issue just with mild pain in my foot, nothing bad but I can feel it and I’m worried it will get worse if I don’t resolve the issue. So I think I need a more cushioned shoe for all the pavement walking I do also.
Try Altra shoes! They have zero drop and a wide toe box but plenty of cushioning!
Lems has all the same features of "barefoot" shoes except for the fact that the outer sole is decently thick. They have some great shoes & boots!
I don't know about Altra but they're probably worth a look as well.
@@notisac3149I'm liking their Primal Zens so far, though I just recently had to send mine in to get a bigger size. I'm usually a mens 14, but these were almost too perfectly snug, so my big toe lightly rubbed against the front and the sides felt a hair too tight.
The only issue I might have is that I wish they had slightly more vertical room around the toes, but I'll need to see if that's better on the size 15's.
The sole thickness feels good for walking on concrete though. Seems pretty durable too.
COMMON MISTAKES:
1- Minimalist shoes, with zero drop, were designed for those who use the barefoot walking technique, in which the form of support on the ground is done with the half foot and not the heel. It is worth studying and practicing this beforehand. People that want to continue using the traditional method of walking and running, do not wear these type of shoes as you will get serious injuries.
2- If you want to use this type of shoes with the barefoot walking technique, then you will have to learn and practice the technique correctly. It will take a few months for your body to gain new muscle memory and the muscles in your feet to become fit, as well as the entire bio-mechanics of the body, from the tip of the toe to the hip. You should practice calmly and for short periods of time, half an hour a day at the beginning. A sign that we are overdoing it is when we start to feel discomfort with inflamed muscles, just above the ankles, sometimes even on the hips. We cannot change something that was before natural, but due to cultural habits we modified, overnight. This relearning takes time, but for me it was worth it.
It is no coincidence that competitive runners run this way. By cushioning the impact with the muscles and joints of the feet, the reactive force is prevented from having an impact on the body, especially the skeleton, resulting in better use of the force of gravity, more comfort and control of movement and avoiding injuries. This is not a scientific innovation, but rather how we all started to walk naturally, therefore the most efficient.
After a few months of using this type of shoes with this technique, I don't want to go back, and I recommend it to anyone who is willing enough. ;)
PS] These shoes have some differences in the soles depending on use. I use Merrel Gloves for walking in the city, they are fantastic, but for trail runs with a lot of rocks, it's better with insoles, but I'll have to buy more adapted ones.
I went through the exact same thing a few years back Pete. Not to repeat everyone else, but seriously you need to try Altra. Zero drop and a wide toe box, a lot of people wear Lone Peak's as a everyday shoe. I probably wear Merrell Trail gloves, Vibram's and Vivobarefoot like 80%-90% of the time and Altra's the rest.
Cheers mate, yes I’m definitely going to check out some Altras soon, thanks 🙏
Lone Peaks slap, I love mine
Nice, I will check them out.
Got the trail gloves 3 months ago, great shoes
The most helpful comment here
Im not disputing the benefit of walking ''barefoot'' occasionally, but the prices should reflect the shoe. They're basically selling you a piece of rubber for the same price as a regular pair of shoes which have double the materials. There are huge profit margins in this trend. Its not okay, they should be at least 20% cheaper than regular equivalent shoes.
Interesting findings! I've been wearing barefoot shoes for about 15 years. For some works (am a farmer) I need to wear non barefoot safety shoes. The mix is nice and after hours in safety shoes my feet are longing for my barefoot shoes. During long runs I also wear cushioned and wide shoes, because o regularly make 20k+ steps a day and adding a 16 km run for like 36k steps a day is the point where a pillow made of air bubbles under my feet starts to make sense.
Yes I think everyone needs to work out what works best for them, sounds like you have,.
What cushioned shoes are you using for running? Thinking about getting the altras
Birkenstock makes some safety boots & shoes with a couple of the same features of barefoot shoes, namely zero drop, wide toe box. At the cost of flexibility and ground feel, they're non-slip, resistant to shock, puncture resistant, and some come with steel toes. If you look up the QS 700 model, you can probably find a site that'll ship it to whatever country you're in.
I work 8+ hours a day in a concrete floored warehouse, and I also hike trails, all in my VivoBarefoot shoes. LOVE IT! No pain. I only get pain when I wear my skateboarding shoes; which cramp my feet.
yo have you found any good wide toe box shoe to skate in, since writing this comment?
@@guidemeChrist I have not, but now I know why I used to wear a half size larger when I skated. Makes a big difference.
Be aware that it gets harder and harder to get back to footwear with each step away from it. I experienced the same you talked about at the beginning of my barefoot transition when trying on a shoe with heel elevation again. I then used Altras for trailrunning and slowly transitioned to vibram fivefingers and later to a combination of barefoot sandals and bare feet whenever possible. I wanted to do some beautiful long runs in rough mountainous terrain and because my feet hurt a lot the first time due to the rocks and gravel I bought Altras again. I'm sure they're still fantastic shoes with zero drop and an anatomic toe box but I just felt so unstable and wobbly because of the cushioning I couldn't properly run in them. I instinctively started stomping in order to feel the ground better and I rolled my ankles several times which didn't happen in years. I really tried to make it work but no chance 😂
It’s pretty wild to realize how bad shoes are once you’ve not worn them for a while. It’s the equivalent of having to wear ski gloves on your hands. 😅
I’ve found the less the better for me as well. I even hiked Mt Ranier for 9 hrs completely barefoot and absolutely loved it.
Thats awesome mate
Thanks for the warning. Was considering getting the altras but I've been wearing zero drop for 7 months. I'll try before buying now.
@@Tribuneoftheplebs Altras has plenty of 0 drop jogging shoes just fyi! I noticed the same regarding stability, but if you mix between barefeet and Altras regularily you get accustomed to it. Definitely easier to twist the ankle with shoes vs barefeet ones though! Happens rarely-if ever-with barefeet.
I had knee pain, too, when I did a long bout on the treadmill in regular shoes, but arch supports took the pain away. With everything I've watched, I haven't been persuaded to convert to barefoot shoes. I have a comfortable, wide, walking shoe and am always barefoot in the house. I'm good - for now!
I've watched more than a few of these videos and nothing I've seen has convinced me that just wearing a wider shoe wouldn't solve the problem.
Which comfortable wide walking shoe would you recommend?
Hi!. I think I'm on about my 4th pair of Spira Classic Walkers. Have been using strictly them for longer than I can remember.
I'm glad to see you go back to regular sneakers and test them out. Now I know what I need to do. I have to get barefoot shoes and give them a try. I've tried so many sneakers with all the support necessary and wound up in pain in both my knees and hips. I've fallen more than once in my last pair of sneakers because I was leaning forward to far. Maybe I'll finally get back to my normal self and no pain. I have to try barefoot shoes.
I know I had no idea that it would be so bad, so looks like its barefoot shoes for me.
I quit shoes.
I never went full barefoot, but I went minimal inov9 235. Most of my use is walking as once I get to the gym I switch to more power lifting specific shoes. My 235s had seen better days on the bottoms and my feet were sore having had time off and getting back into stuff, also noticed slight pain in my ankle, more fatigue than pain maybe. Got some Hoka Bombi 8's and Vans Ultrarange Exo, both felt like my toes were being squeezed, couldnt settle on the vans but the Hokas got to a place they were ok. But I also noticed a lot of leaning forward and now even some knee pain. I think we screwed ourselves.
I think I will go back to minimal for day to day walking, use the Hokas for stuff like gigs and things I may be standing in place for a long time, because minimals always make my feet tired for that.
Yes its definitely all about finding the right balance that works for you.
Today I made the jump and bought some xero prio shoes. I have been experiencing a lot of foot pain the last couple of months. I was attributing it to the wrong pair of work boots that I had been wearing. I got new work boots and put a Birkenstock insole in the boot, and that has helped tremendously. I should also mention that I had Recently bought a pair of on cloud running shoes that are full of foam but I have been feeling lately like they are hurting my feet even more. I made the jump to try the minimalist shoe theory because it seems like when I take my shoes off and I walk around barefoot in my apartment, my feet feel better. But as soon as I put my shoes on and go somewhere and come back and take my shoes off, my feet hurt again. So I think I am done with a super comfy cushy shoes as well. If anybody reads this comment, perhaps you guys might be able to suggest a brand that would be better than the Xero shoe line. Thanks! Awesome video by the way! Very informative and thought provoking. Just the kind of video I needed.
I think Xero are one of the most comfortable barefoot shoes you can get, I also like my Belenka's and Based bare foot shoes however they are both very minimal so depending how much walking on hard flooring you do may not be appropriate.
I really like VivoBarefoot. I saw another list that recommended Wildlings in test against other brands and they are more affordable too.
just got my xero prio nio's and wore them yesterday. i could see how people sleep with them on. They are comfortable and I can't wait to buy more shoes/boots from them.
Hey thank you for this very informative video. I didn't feel like you were pushing an agenda or trying to convince me of anything. It just felt like you wanted to explain some things you've learned and share your experience. Thank you!
Thank you, yes no agenda just sharing my experience. 😊
Barefoot shoes seem to make my feet stronger, but I notice I get pain on one of my toes when I wear my jikatabis, which are have the thinnest soles in my collection. I bought some insoles to see if this helps. Minimalist shoes still need to account for how concrete is hard.
It's funny that you mentioned tripping. I've been wearing Xero prio's for a few weeks now, I wore my Skechers which are fairly wide not too high heel and good cushioning. I tripped three times at work and wondered if it was just because I was tired.... I didn't trip once while wearing the prio's
I found regular shoes moved my weight to the front of my feet which make it more difficult to balance.
Honestly, this explains why i found myself tripping as a child. Never tripped playing in the backyard...
There's compromises when it comes to running shoes and luckily there's a variety of shoes to choose from from full on barefoot to full on way to much support and an elevated heal make you feel taller to boot. I prefer running shoes without the elevated heal and plenty of toe room. I like the support and a cushion is ok too. Part of it is that if it's not broken don't fix it. I've had pain from running over the years and my current shoes seem to work. I like barefoot shoes for around the house and light walking but anything that you could consider long distance - I am looking for a shoe with more support just to be safe.
Had a similar journey to you, every so often I think I can go back to narrower shoes (eg. I’d really like a slightly cooler trainer or boot for going to this gig or party or something) but when I try to squeeze my foot into ‘normal’ footwear I feel like I’m trying to put hobbit feet into some sort of pointed doll shoe. But I also find that Xeros and Vivos don’t give me enough protection from the ground, particularly as I walk a lot in cities; so the best brand I have found is Lems - wide toe box, zero drop, more flexibility than standard shoes but a thicker sole and slightly more rigid - Lems Outlander Boots and Primal Zens if you’re after more to review. Good luck with the channel, enjoying the content.
I do have a pair of the primal Lems I find them good but not as comfy as some of my other shoes (probably due to the thicker sole) The outlander boots look nice, I have added them to my list.
Try Altra Escalantes, wide toe runners with decent shock absorbance, zero heel drop, and they look 'normal'
cheers mate, will do
Xero trail IIs are what you want
Great video, man. I've recently started jogging. The shoe situation has been confusing. Hearing anecdotes like these is really helpful.
Thanks mate, I don’t do much running myself as its causes old knee injuries to flare up
@@PeteOnPurpose I hear ya. Seems like an incredibly injurious hobby. Still, running around outside feels amazing.
I get shin splints, but I'm hoping I can work through it.
I'm also considering swapping out some jogging with rucking. Maybe that'll help balance out the impact on my shins.
@@BonytoBeastlyI think shin splints are caused when you are new to running so they should dissipate over time. I am a big fan of unintentional rucking, literally always have a heavy bag with all my gear in. 😅
@@PeteOnPurposeknee pain isn't an actual knee issue most of the time. Search for IT band syndrome, some simple exercise will likely fix your issues
I’ve started the journey from narrow toe box shoes to wide toe box barefoot shoes. So far I’m wearing Altra Escalante 3 running shoes because I don’t think it’s a good idea to run in barefoot shoes with 0 cushioning. My next step is to continue using Altra running shoes for running and barefoot shoes like Vivo’s or LEMS primal 2’s for everyday walkabouts. I’ve ordered as well correct toe spacers after trying a cheaper pair indoors which feels good but hurts a little if I wear them for too long. And for the past 3 months I’ve been walking barefoot indoors on laminate flooring and carpet while doing some occasional strength exercises on my feet and ankles. Taking a different path isn’t easy when you see so many experts contradicting themselves. At the end of the day you have to listen to your own intuition and use common sense. Nobody knows your feet better then you. 🦶 👣
I have two shoes right now, both normal, and im looking for a wider toe box, but im also disabled, and the one with less cushioning is harder to stand in. I need to swich to the padded shoes after a while because i cant stand all day in the harder ones for too long without a moblity aid.
Ive been looking for a wide toe box but im worried that the bearfoot shoes will lead to a cane where ive worked so hard to be able to walk the short distancees i can now
Have you tried Altra shoes? People keep suggesting them to me in the comments, they have a wide toe box but also have some cushioning. 😊
@@PeteOnPurpose not yet, I'll look into them, thanks for the suggestion.
I use barefeet summer and winter shoes, and absolutely love them for the ground feel and weight. Plus Altras jogging shoes with 0 drop and wide front for hiking in the forest, and it's been generally solid all around. Only downside was city setting + barefeet could be problematic on the heels if walking fast. 0 drop is a life saver for our posture!
Do you wear any ASICS or New Balance?
Ive been wearing barefoot shoes for almost 2 years now myself... and i live in a city and walk on a lot of concrete, when my feet feel overworked, i will temporarily switch from Vivo's or Xero, to my Lems bolder boots mids and Altra Escalante's in order to give them a break. This is what works for me I alternate between barefoot shoes and mildly cushioned minimalist shoes. I wear my 4-3 mm thin barefoot shoes 70 percent of the time and my mildly cushioned minimalist shoes 30 percent of time... or maybe more like 60/40 some weeks.
Interesting to hear, it sounds like I need a pair of more cushioned shoes for days when I’m walking a lot on concrete
do you front foot strike? or do you heel strike? while wearing barefoot shoes.
I second this, my Lems are what I wear if I’m doing a lot of concrete city walking or need more cushion. I run in altras. Still barefoot but a bit more cushion. Vivos for hiking or natural surfaces. Also I recently discovered Northsole insoles, barefoot insoles with two dif cushion levels. Really nice
@@techno31everyone in replies only talks about the brand they wear and not specific shoes. Is it because the fot and sole is the same for all of them?
Was trying to find your shoes research them, but found so many versions.
Searching for shoes to wear when doing long trials, that also work for climbing, and other shoes to wear in the city
Try getting a volumental scan of your feet done, I got mine done at Red Wing Shoes in Canada, its pretty cool and can tell you a lot about what type of shoes you should be wearing
Oh cool I have never heard about this, I will have a look into it. Did it change the type of footwear you use?
I struggle to even try thicker barefoot shoes like Lem’s, anything remotely cushy feels odd. I do wear practical bricks for mtbing where there isn’t much option, but a few steps and then riding is far different than living in a pair of shoes… I’ll never go back
You said you had foot pain while wearing barefoot shoes while walking on concrete. I have found that you have to use a new way of walking when using barefoot shoes.
Because there is nothing in a barefoot shoe to make the cushioning, you have to do it yourself. When I started absorbing the shocks of the impacts with my leg muscles instead of my feet, the pain has gone away and never came back.
It takes a little while to make it a habit, but once it is, you'll never have to think about it again.
Edit: specified "leg muscles" to clarify on what muscles I'm talking about. Could be obvious for some people, not for others
Nice one, I will give it a go. 😊
In Indonesia, barefoot shoes are kinda hard to find. I had to purchase my vibram and vivo's abroad. And during the occassion where I need to use conventional shoe, I found skechers are the most comfortable of all conventional shoes. But still, after prolonged use my knee and hamstrings started aching
Hello my Indonesian friend. There is an Indonesian barefoot shoe brand called Pyopp Fledge. Check them out. ❤
Kayaknya banyak yg make pyopp bwang... Sering liat waktu ikut event HM selain CFD reguler Sudirman-Thamrin sama di trail sekitaran sentul dan GePang
@@kakikudua6154 yup sering make juga, tapi kadang buat casual occassion enak sepatu. Sayang pyopp fledge sepatunya belom produksi lagi
Great video with great humour 😂 I switched to Altra Escalante two years ago, never looked back. For tough terrain Altra Lone Peak is a good alternative providing good protection.
Thanks for the suggestions I will check Altra out, everyone in the comments seems to support them. 😊
Wide toe box is always a must
Ive been wearing my bare foot shoes and boots at least 98% of the time, everyday for the past year and I can say that the only downside is the transition from regular shoes.
Could you please recommend shops where to buy them??
After just two months I put on old normal shoes and I was like... Well, picture a dog you put dog shoes on his paws. I struggled walking.
haha wow, incredible it happened that fast
Hey im gonna buy my first barefoot shoes and im focused on Vapor Glove 3. But i have some worries bout size. Just as i read in instruction, measure ur feet and pick the right shoe size. My example feet 27,5 sooo according to Merrell table its 43,5 but someone said my feet wont fit in 43,5 i should add 1cm to feet size then pick a shoe number. Never bought shoes on internet so i dunno how its done i always try them on in stationary shops and here i dont have such possibility. Could U confirm me that size picking info ? Thx in advance.
Hey bud, the sizing seems to differ with each barefoot shoe though usually the company has a sizing guide on their website? If you are in-between sizes and there is no sizing chart you could always order the two sizes you think may fit and return the ones that don't? Hope that helps.
I went the exact opposite direction for footwear but with the exact same results... really weird lol. PNW boots are about as far from barefoot shoes/boots as one could get but I keep wanting to try out the jim green barefoot AR's. Any thoughts on those for someone thinking of trying out barefoots but still wants to keep the actual toughness of boots?
During the summer this year I did the same thing, but ended with the opposite result. I started wearing barefoot shoes 9 years ago to help with knee pain when running, and that massively helped, forcing me to land on the ball of my feet instead of the heal. Then 3 years ago I moved all my footwear to barefoot shoes. Unfortunately my knees seemed to get a lot worse over the past 3 years, with pain kicking in after only 60-90 minutes of casually walking around. 6 months ago I moved back to Nike's for walking and my knee pain has pretty much gone. I loved the feel of barefoot shoes and the close contact with the ground, but not the knee pain that went with it. So I'm now barefoot for running and air-cushioned for walking.
Yes I think long term barefoot seems to take a toll on feet and knees, well it seems to have for me. I have just got some Altras and I feel like I am walking on clouds
Basically for me I feel the same way. most of the casual shoes I have I can't wear anymore because of wearing barefoot shoes for so long now. I still run and do CrossFit in runners/ cross trainers most of the time. Unless I am using a Flux Footwear shoe which walk the line of minimalist and regular shoes.
Yes, barefoot shoes should come with a warning saying that you wont be able to wear your old shoes. 😅
Have you tried the Nike Free Run 2018? They're the most comfortable shoes I've ever had, except the toe box doesn't feel wide enough. I haven't tried barefoot shoes though.
No, I haven't but if the toe box is too narrow for a non-barefooter my fat feet wouldn't stand a chance. :P
A solution I found for the pain of barefoot shoes on so much flat concrete(unnatural) is to use 3mm Lululemon yoga mat and cut my own insoles. 1 or 2 layers of this material provides a firm but pliable cushion that got me over the hump of foot bone bruising and fat pad contusions. I started out needing 2 layers, now I only need 1. I put an odor eater insole on top as the foot needs to slide a bit vs the excess grip of the yoga mat. Also, roomier shoes such as Xero shoes or 1 size larger Vivobarefoot allows for the extra height these insoles require. Too much insole lifts the foot and narrows the shoe width.
Or ........walk lighter. Think cat or Ninja 😃.
I’m glad you mentioned about living in a city with lots of concrete. Yes, hundreds of years ago humans were primarily barefoot, but there was all the concrete terrain everywhere. I don’t believe we are supposed to be walking barefoot all the time on concrete. I’ve been wearing barefoot shoes daily for a little over a year now and my feet ache much more than they did before my journey with barefoot shoes. I love them for hiking, when i’m not on solid concrete, etc. I think I am going to reintroduce myself to more traditional footwear for certain activities and do the 80/20 rule.
Yes i am going to try another pair of cushioned shoes but with a wide toe box and see how i get on
@@PeteOnPurposeplease update us if you find a good one!
Will do mate
The main problem with traditional shoes is not cushioning, it's the narrow toe box. Regardless of how hard the surface is, traditional shoes are going to crush human toes and do a lot of harm in a long term. If you want more protection there are a lot of barefoot options with thicker sole. You also can use insoles and thick socks. I personally started with Merell Vapor Glove (2 mm outsole) and wore them on hard concrete in the city. It was absolutely fine after a normal adaptation process.
@@PeteOnPurpose which pair did you go with? I got a pair of Altras that have a wide toe box. It feels practically as wide as my Vivo Barefoots. So far I’m loving them
To be fair I also mix it up.
I’ve got converse shoes that I wear about 10% of the time, always been a fan but I do size up.
I do love converse I find them so narrow though, does one size up really make them comfortable?
@@PeteOnPurpose they do have a wide option on the classic converse.
When you tried the Nikes, did you go with extra wide versus a normal width shoe? I wonder if that would have made any difference.
No, I didn't realise wide versions were an option?
they are on like 1 or 2 pairs and normally an ugly fat shoe@@PeteOnPurpose
If you want more cushioning but still want low/zero drop and a nice wide toebox your options are basically Lems (not super padded, but thicker soles than most barefoot shoes), Altras, or - my personal favorite - Topo Athletics. I think theyre built bettee than Altras and have a wider toebox too.
Cheers mate will check them out
Could you review Saguaro? I'd like to get into the barefoot shoes but they are all quite expensive. Saguaro shoes seem to be cheap (and for obvious quality reasons) but I've seen videos of people actually saying they feel better than most shoes regardless.
They look very similar to these shoes I have already reviewed, maybe this will help you? czcams.com/video/R3YcIKDqpeU/video.html
Great experiment this Pete. I’ve been trail running for a few years exclusively in barefoot shoes and sandals, I don’t think I’d have a chance of getting them in any normal shoes now. Do look cool those Nikes though, maybe they could be an unhealthy treat for your feet, like a foot KFC.
You should have a wander over to Helsby or Frodsham sometime, only 1 stop on the train from Chester and some great walks/runs.
Haha, KFC for your feet I love that. Cool I will have to check them out, always up for a nice walk.
Guys are local. Nice to see that. I just started to look into barefoot but are there also barefoot shoes without rubber sole, so you are barefoot and grounding at the same time? Like actually walking bare?
I've only heard of barefoot shoes today, thanks for this video it's really informative.
I came across your video because I did a search for barefoot footwear. I'm older, not as mobile as I used to be, and am mostly looking for something to wear around the house as flip flops just aren't cutting it for me anymore. That's neither here nor there though although I do appreciate your point of view and it was an informative video; but I'm commenting specifically because of your brief "Story Time" segment in the video. That was great. Got "stuck" in Bali for 7 months during the pandemic. Man, of all places to have to get "stuck" at. Then explaining why you went barefoot all the time. "Because I was in Bali". Yup. Greatest most concise, most logical explanation I've ever heard. Man, I spent most of my 20 years in the military in Hawaii. I can relate. It was "rough" duty, but someone had to do it. Cheers and best wishes for a prosperous and peaceful 2024.
Haha 20 years in Hawaii sounds like a tough gig
its def the raised heel, when i wear nike romaleos while squatting i always get knee pain vs when iam using my nike jordan 1s it has a heel but its less than the romaleos maybe try out some jordan 1s they have a wide toe box vs de airmax and have less of an heel and more of a flat hard base
No way! I used to love Jordans as well (but for some reason, I thought they would be worse) Do you experience knee pain when wearing your squat shoes? I squat in barefoot shoes but I assumed squat shoes would be better?
@@PeteOnPurpose ive tried multiple times to wear squat shoes and every time i experience knee pain from it and i feel unstable and on my toes losing balance etc ive heard it from alot of People Who had the same problem even elite powerlifters who said the same thing.
Try out some Nike Jordan 1s low for just casual shoes i think you have no knee pain in those because the heel is lower and the toebox is wider.
What you also can do is take the insole out of the jordan 1s and then it feels kinda barefoot ive done that too for some time because i was wearing barefoot shoes every day for some time and needed nice shoes some times so i walked in my jordans without the insole
Oh sick, yes I’m definitely going to get some Jordan’s. 😀
Have you tried Altra’s? They’re zero drop shoes with a wide toe box and some cushion. I like to wear them on some of the harder hikes here in British Columbia, so my feet don’t feel completely wrecked. Otherwise I’m wearing barefoots.
I have not tried them but I have had several people mention them so I will have to check them out. Thanks
@@jdelarunzcheers for the suggestions, I will check them out. 😀
I bought a pair of Altras and they fell apart rather quickly. Hoping my Xero Prio Neos will last awhile at the gym.
I ran for a year in altras and couldn't get rid of plantar fascitis - they are meme shoes to me.. regular arch shoes are possibly better for forefoot striking. Having to work in steel toes all the time put a stop to my running but I might start again
I only wear barefoot shoes since one year. Last week I wear for one entire day my Puma (no barefoot). I cause me knee pain and pain in all the muscles of the leg, for 4 days. Never going back to normal shoes again.
Haha yep, once you adapt there is no going back. 😂
I’ve always worn red wing boots for work and currently have 4 pair in various stages of decomposition. I need a level of safety and support for construction yet I don’t want to be entombed into boot’s anymore. Any suggestions?
Thanks so much !
The only boots I could suggest are the Feelgrounds winter patrol boots however I don't know if they are suitable for construction. I have many messages asking about barefoot work boots and I am yet to find a solution.
@@PeteOnPurpose appreciate the response. I’m hopeful that model is right around the corner in development.
Birkenstock QS 500 or 700
I stopped wearing “normal/regular” shoes 2 years ago. Best decision of my life ! I should’ve did this 15 years ago !!
Nice, what is your 'go to' barefoot shoe?
do you heel strike or frontfoot strike?
front strike
@@PeteOnPurposeShamma sandals for outdoor adventures, Xero Sandals for the Beach, Birchbury for Formalwear, Vivo Gobi3 for travel, Wildlings Flying Fox for casual, Xero Alpine Boots for the Snow. I have a pair for every occasion I find myself in. It’s been a great experience switching to Barefoot minimalist zero drop shoes. It’s helped me reshape my entire way of life in a positive way !
Bloody hell you must have a serious collection there mate
Great video. I have low heels shoes and more padded ones. I don't experience major knee pain but it is food for thought and I am really considering expensive bare foot shoes over £25.00/35.00 TKMax shoes offer. My issue is that i am very active and I consume soles very fast
Yes the biggest negative of barefoot shoes is how quickly they wear out. I’m also experience some pain in the front of my foot which I think is due to walking a lot on concrete so I’m try to resolve that.
@@PeteOnPurpose i have been wearing lems primal 3's to work for about 7 months, and I walk on concrete for eight hours. the first month was rough, a lot of foot pain after 6 hours, so I went and bought a cheap pair of flat foam shoe inserts, that helped immensely. I ended up replacing them after a month or so but haven't had to again, in fact, I think I could just take them out.
and as far as them wearing out, the soles have almost no wear and they are in very good shape. With regular shoes like Hoka's the soles would wear down on the outside because I pronated that way, and I'd have to get a new pair. Now I walk evenly and knee and back pain are gone.
@@scottcunningham5425yea I have contemplated some insoles for long days on my feet but not sure which ones. Will have to look into it. Appreciate the tips
Nikes are narrow, but they will stretch out.
I also went up half a size since mostly wearing barefoots and sandals
Could you try with crocs? just want your opinion on it.
I started using barefoot shoes 4 months ago and I'm really enjoying it so far. This said, i miss the style of common shoes and the cushioned soles for long days walking on concrete and in the office. But whenever I feel my feet sore due to lack of cushioning, I adjust my walking (almost walking on tiptoes) and I'm good again. I couldn't do this in regular shoes. I'm not going back to regular shoes any time soon. Right now I just really want some "meh-kind-of-nice-looking" barefoot winter boots, to go for a few walks while keeping myself warm and comfy. Barefoot comfort is like cozy sweatpants for your feet (and some are even office approved!)
belenka bro
I have always had a pretty high arch, I used to do a lot of stuff with my feel when I was a toddler and I'm the only one in my family that actually has an arch. I can even fist my feet.
For me wearing shoes has always been an issue, I know my feet are way wider than the "normal", I used to get hurt and bled so much wearing converse as a teenager 😂. I finally got some barefoot shoes that in my country are very difficult to find and I'm happy my feet are no longer strangled. I can be sure that I will not return home with a huge blister in random places.
No more plantar fasciitis
That’s great, I’m happy you managed to resolve your problem
Makes sense, how i'm always tripping in that specific pair of shoes
Thanks for sharing! What's the brand and model of the black barefoot shoes you're wearing during the comparison?
They are the belenka - stride. I reviewed them here - czcams.com/video/aEBy_2ueXsI/video.html
You should’ve try the New Balance 990v6. A bit pricey, I’ll give you that. But worth it all the way. Nice vid, peace ✌🏽
Cheers mate I will check them out alongside the Altras people keep mentioning 😀
I worse skateshoes from 14 years old to 34 years old (current age) I got my first pair of barefoot shoes in September, and never looked back, its been only a few months but ive already ordered a pair of barefoot boots from the snow
Coming from skateshoes I was used to the flat, but the wide toe box is a game changer
Skate shoes are not made for walking because they are focusing on how you can have the best grip on the skate board surface. Eventually, for succeeding this kind of grip, they can't have an anatomic shape for having a comfortable walking experience. But of course for some people they look very cool and they wear skate shoes even if they have never touched a skate board. Any kind of good quality pair of sneakers made for walking would have been a game changer compare to skate shoes.
I used to wear a pair of plain black work vans to work. After working for 7 days straight one week (I work at a movie theater and that was the opening week of Barbie) I started feeling pain in my calves and heels around day 5. I've never had pain there, mostly my neck and shoulders. So I decided to head to Sketchers and pick up some shoes that had heel support. I noticed that these shoes were even more uncomfortable than my vans (they were also just a tight fit and I got my regular size.)
Turns out wearing flat vans and converse my whole life kept my calves and feet strong enough to have no issues with uncomfortable shoes, that was just a really hard week lol. I wear my converse now just cause they look nicer.
I have parially knee pain and since 2019 back pain and will try now barefoot shoes.
I recently bought zero-drop Altras and walk barefoot at home and after 20 days I noticed my knees don't click any longer when I squat or bend down after clicking and cracking for nearly 15 years. I always thought it's due to the sports that I train, but it wasn't. It was all because of improper footwear. So I'm getting Lems Chillums now because they have 10-13mm soles and I don't want to go barefoot completely, I just want shoes that are WIDE, thin soles and no drop and you can't get them regular.
Yes until you wear barefoot shoes it’s hard to realize how coffinesque regular shoes feel.
@@PeteOnPurpose I WFH and had to go to the office today and I noticed that my right foot pronates (never noticed it before) and I wrote it off to a lifetime of wearing improper footwear and panic-bought orthotics (insoles) online until I came home and took my socks off. I looked down and saw that I wasn't pronating at all. This was the moment for me. I cancelled my Chillum order and will go for the thinnest shoes I can buy. All these years with knee pain, weak ankles, uncurable shin splints and posture/neck problems...it was all shoes. All my problems came from improper shoes. /lifestory off I appreciate these kind of videos, people need to be more aware of the problems that can arise from not knowing how to buy shoes correctly.
You’re more brave than me to try out the regular shoes again.
haha I know, didn't know what I was letting myself in for to be honest. 😂
Wondering what to do.
I like walking barefoot, did Isle of Skye trial 30km barefoot and rest with shoes. But pretty sure when wearing a heavy backpack, I need the cushion.
Mostly dont want to carry 3 pair of shoes
I spend a lot of time on hard floors and concrete, and I've found Lems and Altras to be my happy middle ground. Still get the wide toe box and zero drop (some models of Altra), but with some extra cushion :)
Oh Pete you naughty click baiter 😂
Had the same thought and decided that my city commutes would be in wide toebox Inov8 F-Lite Fly G 295 which have 8mm drop.
Most running in Vivo Primus SG which have rubber lugs which slightly cushion on concrete and grip on mud.
Other walking and running in Xero HFS, but not too much concrete.
It works for me 😊 No pain.
Sounds like you have a shoe for every occasion! 😀
Barefoot shoes make sense because humans have toes and we had them for a long time so they need to move😂
Wearing Xero Prio since a year now but starting to have some minors issues on my heel and anckle :/ I walking all the day with them and do my crossfit training. Can't really know if the problem came frome the barefoot but I'm confuse now because il love them a lot :(
Can be so many factors, can be hard to diagnose. What kind of surfaces are you walking on? Are you stretching out after your Crossfit Training?
Thanks for your answer. I'm in a city so I walk on the bitumen majoritarly and do some stretching not really after my training but the morning. My weakness sensations are the morning too or after a static position and not during my walking. @@PeteOnPurpose
If you need something to walk in the cities, Lems makes boots & shoes with all the same features as barefoot shoes, except for the fact that the soles are about as thick as most normal shoes. They're still zero drop, lack arch support, have a wide toe box, are pretty flexible, etc. Pretty nice for hiking honestly.
I myself start to feel my knees, feet and back hurt within 30 mins of walking in normal shoes, I can't go back anymore lol.
edit: I hear Altra has some decent cushioning as well but I haven't checked for myself, just throwing that out there.
Cheers mate appreciate the input, I actually had some Lems but felt like they were too tight I should have probably sized up. My foot and knee pain has completely gone since I got my Bahe shoes but I am looking into checking out some Altras in the future.
@@PeteOnPurpose I have some Lems too, got myself a half size up as was recommended for the boulder boots. They fit great now but run a little large without the insole. Hope you have some luck with Altras!
Am I the only one who thinks he looks like Maximus from Gladiator?
I've had someone tell me that once before, so no. 😅
I apologize for the ‘click-baity’ title I’m just trying to play the game.
fair play
Atleast you’re honest
No worries, it was worth the watch.
Glad you liked it mate. 😀
No problem bro we use adblock
I'm a sneaker head and do a lot of walking. Having the perfect arch support is key to comfort. Of all my shoes my premium Jordan 1s, Jordan 2s, Jordan 11s and 90s combat boots are the most comfortable. Some of my shoes have too little or too much arch support. Room in the toe box is not an issue. Shoes without arch support make my feet hurt a lot.
Been wearing BF shoes for a year now, I tried to wear my converse one day and I immediately took it off because it made my feet quite uncomfortable. BF or not is totally a personal choice, for me as long as my feet don't complain, Im a good.
Try using arch support inserts in your Converse sneakers. That’s the only way I can comfortably wear them now after my podiatrist suggested it.
Unlucky for you brother, you forgot to try the best sandal there in Indonesia. Swallow sandal! 😁
I guess I’m just going to have to go back to Bali and check them out
Literally millions of years of biomechanical evolution versus fifty years of some lumps of rubber and marketing designed to improve athletic performance in very specific range of motion.
The odd thing is how we have culturally accepted specialised sports footwear as normal.
I've been in barefoot for about 6 months. Fairly straightforward transition as only ever worn minimal trainers like Gazelles and Converse, or cycling cleats, or thin sole brogues for work.
I tried on my last remaining pair of Gazelles last week and they feel like someone elses shoes, look ridiculously narrow, and basically didn't fit.
Not really a case of 'would' I go back, but 'could' I?
haha yes one your feet have adapted to barefoot shoes, there is no going back.
Litteraly millions of years of evolution of our ancestors walking on soft undergrounds….we live on concrete cities………….
@@cryptonian7706 True, but concrete has been around since the Romans, and tarmac pre-dates Nike Air Force Ones
@@duncanhamilton5841 and the romans wore shoes and sandals
@@cryptonian7706 yeah, which were strips of hardened leather with no lift or arch support... the Legions weren't all decked out in Reebok Pumps.
Ok but let's be real here, you didn't really quit wearing barefoot shoes.
I’ve got a lot of knee pain. Being rough as a kid and military has kinda shot them out. Will barefoot shoes help knee pains like mine? I’m barefoot most of the time already except when I go into public, which is not often.
Fwiw I never wear shoes that cause any foot pain, I never have. I have wide feet and thankfully my mom was a good one that put effort into finding me good shoes, so I’m kinda surprised people have pain in their feet from shoes.
I am not sure if barefoot shoes will alleviate your knee pain? I think the issue is that non minimal insoles, slightly raise our feet and put our body in an unnatural alignment (more forward over toes)
You could always try some out for a month or two and see if your pain goes away?
Thanks, Pete. I also don’t think it’ll help me much but I’ll give it a try anyway. 👍. My knees make crunching noises when I kneel or squat down, I’ve been told I have some sort of arthritis in my major joints, don’t remember which.
Oh no, arthritis is no joke mate! I hope you can get it sorted out.
Thanks bud. I do and take things to help it. I reckon it’ll be alright. When you’re a teenager and young 20s you don’t think about being 40 and beyond. 😅. Honestly, I’m still perplexed by people wearing shoes that hurt, I can’t imagine the foot problems that could cause.
can u make a video of u wearing 6 inch heels for a week to see how u feel? 👍👍
😂😂😂
Also when it comes to concrete if you want to wear barefoot shoes on concrete that are actually comfortable ... you want a barefoot shoe with a thicker sole... thats like 7mm. The most comfortable barfoot shoe that i owned that had a perfect blend, of ground feel and comfort while walking on any surface.. esp concrete/cement, where the Xero 360s... and they had a 7mm stack height. When you go below 7mm that's when walking on concrete for extended periods of time can get uncomfortable and exhausting. The next pair of barefoot shoes i get will be 7mm in stack height then, i wont have to swap back and forth between shoes as much.
That is a very good point, most of my shoes are so minimal the stack height is 5mm or below
i disgree. the most important thing, if in barefoot shoes, is to NOT heel strike, and frontfoot strike.. i took the small soles out of my barefoot shoes.. they are barley 1 or 2mm thick now.
I feel the same. I want to find a wide toe box and zero drop, but maybe not as thin as barefoot shoes typically are. I have been wearing barefoot shoes for three years and am generally happy, but I would like to find some middle ground since sometimes my feet feel sore on very long days. The only option I have found so far are altra but of course they are hiking shoes. Thank you
I now have some Altra lone peaks and have been loving them
I recommend Saucony Jazz or Saucony Jazz LowPro. I get them a 1/2 size big for extra toe room.
Cheers mate, I will check them out.
Try zero drop and wide toe box rather than barefoot. I've recently bought Altra Lone Peak and love them. You need to transition shoes slowly -- round the house at first.
Another one for Altra shoes, I will definitely check them out.
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i live in Indonesia, there is 1 local brand barefoot shoes and most likely gonna re stock every 1-2 years.. the problem with barefoot shoes if you wear it almost daily is “addicting” 😂 also the cons is the outsole easily wear out so you need to buy new one every 2 year. i really want to get a vivobarefoot shoes but it crazy expensive to import it to Indonesia with sone tax and other fees
Where abouts in Indonesia are you bud?
Years ago a had a random pair of random Kurt Geiger shoes which had a really flat and quite thin cushion and wide cut with a simple suede top to them.
I wish I could find shoes like that again. Almost like a barefoot shoe but with a few mm of cushioning and looking like nice casual shoes too.
What can you say about the keen brand? I don't have a chance to experience barefoot shoes in my country. Most of the manufacturers are in America and I don't have a chance to bring them.. There is a brand called Keen and will this shoe help me at least in terms of accessibility?
I have never tried Keen shoes out mate, so I am not much help I'm afraid.
Honestly the move would be some kind of skate shoe or like a Puma low top. The are way more even compared to the Nike Airmax. So you'd be way closer to being flat on the ground but with the little bit of protection you need on the pavement.
Thank you bringing out a fair comparison. Barefoot shoes seem excellent for everything health related, when you cannot really go barefoot, but let's not forget the main advantage of regular shoes which is some look really cool.
Yeah wearing barefoot shoes in the city where it's all concrete really REALLY hurts.
I couldn't walk any more than less a mile in my barefoot. It hurt a lot in my left Achilles.
Yes, we possibly need a little more cushions for the concrete jungles we live in.