Is barefoot life ideal as it sounds, or is it the beginning of barking dogs?
It may even lead you to wonder: are shoes bad for your feet?
But is going barefoot actually so bad?
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Here’s what experts have to say about spending so much time sans shoes.
But if you love barefoot life, there is good news: it does have some health perks.
All that said, moderation is key.
Meanwhile, people with high arches require more cushion to function correctly.
Of course, shoe choice matters.
“Whenever you walk barefoot, you expose your feet to these risks,” he notes.
It provides a solid foundation for your body from the ground up.
Don’t ditch shoes entirely.
One exception to the exercising rule?
(See:Why You Should Consider Training Barefoot)
Invest in supportive indoor shoes and slippers.
“This is a very good indication that it’s not supportive enough,” says Canuso.
(Try any of theseslippers and house shoes made for WFH life.)
Rotate through your shoe collection.
Add some foot-strengthening exercises to your repertoire.
(Or try one of these otherfoot massagers that people swear by.)
Listen to your feet.
If pain develops, listen to your barking dogs and reduce or modify your foot-strengthening strategies.
“Overuse is a common cause of injury,” says Pinker.
