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Calisthenics places different demands on shoes than regular gym training. You are balancing, pushing, landing, controlling your body, and spending a lot of time in positions where stable contact with the floor matters. So when choosing the best barefoot shoes for calisthenics, the most important factors are: good ground feel...

Most people associate barefoot shoes with wide feet, bunions, or cramped toes. That makes sense, because one of the biggest differences between barefoot shoes and regular footwear is the toe box. But having narrow feet does not mean you need a narrow-shaped shoe. Your toes still need space to spread...

BeLenka & Barebarics Shoe Comparison Compare shoe width or length by size. Use filters to narrow down the list. Size All sizes Brand All brands Category All categories Search Sort Highest first Lowest first Product name Width Length Product Values are shown in centimeters.

Standing all day can be hard on your feet, knees, hips, and lower back, especially on concrete, tile, or other hard floors. Most work shoes try to solve that with thick cushioning, arch support, and a raised heel. That can feel helpful at first, but it also changes how your...

Looking for the best place in Sydney to try top barefoot shoe brands like Vivobarefoot, Barebarics, Be Lenka, Xero Shoes, Splay, and Koel Barefoot? Great news! OzBarefoot has moved to Manly, and from 9 April 2026 you can visit our new store in the heart of Sydney’s Northern Beaches. After building...

If you have wide or extra wide feet, finding the right shoes is not always easy. Barefoot shoes usually have a wide toe box, but some are still narrower while others feel much roomier. That is why it helps to know which brands and models are better suited to wider...

Plantar fasciitis can make walking, standing, and even your first steps in the morning difficult. Many people are told to wear cushioned shoes with strong arch support and to avoid flat shoes completely. That advice can help, especially when the pain is fresh or highly irritated. But it does not...

How Barefoot Shoes Evolved (Timeline) about 30,000 years ago - the first evidence of footwear, probably similar to today's barefoot shoes, was primarily to protect the soles from injury; the earliest archaeological remains of footwear, however, date back to about 10,000 years ago; early 19th century - the first types...

Barefoot shoes have emerged as a popular alternative for those seeking a more natural running and walking experience. But how much of the hype is supported by scientific evidence? In this article, we synthesize research findings from various studies to provide a better picture of the benefits and potential drawbacks...

The barefoot shoe market has seen an unprecedented surge in interest and sales over recent years, reflecting a broader trend towards minimalism and natural health practices in global consumer behaviors.  In this article, we will explore the rapid growth of the barefoot shoe market, analyzing the key factors driving its...

Every barefoot journey begins with a single step, but for some, the journey ends with a sore foot, an injury, or just downright disappointment. Don't get us wrong; if we didn't love barefoot shoes, we wouldn't be here. However, every foot is unique, and barefoot shoes can vary in how...

Chunky trainers just don't feel right when you're stepping around gym equipment, especially if it's in a space that you've put together in your home. If you're still clunking your way around the gym in running shoes, it's time you checked out the barefoot training shoe option. If you live...

Barefoot shoes have been around since the early 50s when Japanese runner Shigeki Tanaka won the Boston Marathon in 1951, wearing only canvas shoes that were little more than socks. It’s also no secret that we Australians love going barefoot so much that even the BBC commented on it in...

 In recent years, barefoot shoes have taken Australia by storm, inspiring a new wave of interest in foot wellness. Despite this, some people still hold onto the belief that barefoot shoes are unfashionable or “abnormal”-looking. This couldn’t be further from the truth - nowadays, there’s an incredible range of good-looking...

If you're an avid hiker, there's a good chance you have a pair of sturdy hiking boots. These tend to come with ultra-thick and stiff soles, ankle support, and perhaps even a hard-capped toe. Despite this being the norm, more and more hikers are turning this standard on its head...

Bunions are one of the most common foot issues in Australia. Experts estimate that up to a third of adult Australians suffer from them with the prevalence being more concentrated with older age (1). They can be painful, unsightly, and most detrimental of all, they can be debilitating. Once they...

Did you know flat feet are incredibly common? Most sources state that anywhere from 20-30% of people have flat feet (1). Although most people think having flat feet means they're doomed to wear restrictive orthotics for the rest of their lives, this isn't necessarily the case. People with flat feet...

The barefoot shoe revolution has arrived! More and more people are discovering the incredible health benefits of minimalist shoes, and there's never been more trendy barefoot shoe styles available. We think this recent wave of barefoot shoe enthusiasm is worth celebrating, but it should come alongside a healthy dose of...

Dipping your toes into the world of barefoot shoes can be intimidating. There's a vast array of styles and shapes to sort through and plenty of unfamiliar terminology unique to the barefoot shoe world.To make matters even more complicated, we're not all lucky enough to have barefoot shoes available to...

Are minimalist shoes good for running and walking? Barefoot shoes aim to mimic the natural biomechanics of movement without shoes. They offer a solution to return to natural foot mobility in modern environments by offering the right amount of well-designed protection without restriction. When feet are free of the constrictive...