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Finding a good pair of shoes for your little ones is so important for their growth and development. As a Paediatric Physiotherapist and a Mother myself there is a certain set of criteria that I look for when introducing shoes to your baby or toddler. They should have a soft, flexible sole which is thick enough to protect the foot, a nice wide toe box to allow for a natural foot position, they should be easy to adjust, ideally with a velcro strap, and also offer grip. All of these features can be found in the Dodo and Tip Toey Joey shoes by Go Barefoot. These are the only shoes I have found that tick every box for me!’
-Yasmine
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As an Osteopath, I am always observing and assessing the feet with my clients. The feet are the first contact point to the ground in upright function and are considered the “switch” that turns on the chain reaction of motions up into your knee, hip and spine. Your feet not only require the freedom to move, but also the stability to propel you across the ground.
I have personally tried these shoes for the last month, the quality of the shoe is clear. You just need to make sure you measure your size correctly. The first day I wore them I could feel my feet working to support my body, this is a good thing! I wore these for half my day before switching to my spongey regular shoes and I could immediately notice the difference. I always recommend shoes as a tool to mold your feet, so if you have been told you need to strengthen your feet, are suffering with long standing knee or low back pain, then barefoot shoes like these can be a valuable tool on your journey to recovery.
By the way, if you are worried about that wide toe look, these actually look great!
– Zain
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Gobarefoot offer a local brand that are lightweight and even offer improved protection fit for hiking.
-Amy
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– Erika
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When I come to clinic the first thing I am changing my shoes. Barefoot shoes are giving amazing comfort and space for my toes. It is super light and it feels like really walking barefoot with elasticity.
As a chiropractor, we believe that feet are too important part of our body because if your feet don’t feel comfortable or don’t feel enough contact with ground it can cause to problems with n your knees, hips or spine as well.
My experience is very positive with barefoot shoes and I would recommend to my patients, friends and family.
– Ali
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– Maike
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As a fitness coach and barefoot training specialist I have been wearing barefoot shoes for a decade. Once you make the change to barefoot shoes and regain correct function of your feet, you will never go back to restrictive shoes.
The Freet Pace sneakers have a little more support with the insole than other brands I’ve worn before, great if you enjoy a little more padding, and has the option of removing that if you want more ground feel. I enjoyed being able to have the additional padding on long days standing, and being able to remove the insole for when I train and want more connection to the ground.
– Jesse
Palo, Kynesiologist and Movement Therapy coach
BodyHackCODE
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As a personal trainer and health specialist, I’ve embraced barefoot shoes as an essential part of my daily life. I literally do not wear any other footwear.
The unparalleled design of these shoes has made a significant difference in the overall health of my feet. And therefore whole movement apparatus.
I see results of using these shoes on my clients as well. It changes quality of your life if you regain the natural connection and start strengthening and using your feet as nature intended.
Freet FLex shoes are amazing. They look great and are surprisingly durable – I really put them through some rough terrains and activities.
For anyone prioritising both style and foot well-being, these barefoot shoes are a game-changer.
-Palo
