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Awareness of the most neglected part of the human body, the foot!
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07/10/2026

What exercises are most appropriate for your foot type?

Generally there are two common foot types or compensation we see; an overly “supinated” or so-called rigid-foot and an overly “pronated” or weak-foot. Depending on what foot type you have it is important to apply a specific set of exercises targeted at improving the specific areas of the foot that will help you re-align your foot posture in a more neutral position, or at-least where you can actively create that position when needed.

Observe the images above and ideally try to take pictures of your feet in the angles shown, in a weight bearing position to see if you foot is more like one or the other.

With a weak foot, we typically see the feet pointing outward, and the ankle bowing inward excessively. Whereas with a rigid-foot we see the forefoot turning inward and the ankle bowing outwards.

There are exercises that may stimulate the foot to further compensate in this manner. For example a rigid-foot that is forced into a position where the foot naturally wants to create an arch, may be more counterproductive than beneficial to start with.

This is why we’ve created specific workshops based on your foot type, where we teach you how to assess your feet, identify where you need to start, and improve your foot function in a progressive, and specific manner to your needs and goals.

Be sure to train your feet, in accordance to their needs. If your lost on what to do, feel free to DM us (after liking this post 😆) & we’ll guide you in the right direction.

03/10/2026

Your footwear truly matters!

This is a comparison we saw, each day during our study in Sri Lanka. When footwear is compulsory, the feet suffer, and boy do they suffer!

Asking the tea workers “do your feet ever hurt” & getting a strange look in return, foot pain was not common.

Among the police & many other communities (future posts), when asking the very same question, we saw foot issues exactly like we face in the west, among shoe wearing populations.

One of the most interesting stories we will begin to share, is that of occupation & how it affects the lives of the people of Sri Lanka.

These 3d images were taken with our partner at Volumental where we can assess the dimensions of the feet and so much more. Stay tuned for more stories from this study as we begin to prepare for publication.

Thank you to our study partners WYDE FOOTWEAR® who helped each step of the way to make this study a reality & another big thanks to the brands who sponsored this study, allowing it to take place!

Sponsors: Feelgrounds Barefoot Shoes AVANCUS® Pyopp Barefoot Footwear PaperKrane | Feet First, Fun Always 🌈👣 RHIZAL MAGICAL SHOES Barefoot Shoes FLEETERS - GET CLOSER

Study currently going through publication process!

Does your work have a shoe dress code?

01/10/2026

“Just buy a size up!”

This is a common thing we hear & sadly it’s not that easy. Regular shoes don’t offer enough space where sizing up will work, leaving you with shoes far too long for you

The illustration is taken from a number of sizing charts, it’s clear to see that A. The shoes don’t fit correctly & even more interesting B. To reduce the restriction of the shoe, you’ll need to size those shoes up, leaving you with shoes only suitable for snorkelling 🤿

Here’s where things get interesting (we think) 😆

Sizing up woman’s US 7 / UK 6.5 / EU 40 to a US 9 / UK 8.5 / EU 42 will give you just 0.5cm additional width across the mid foot (from the big toe joint) & nearly no additional extra room until you reach size 12 on the forefoot area.

Examples of the size charts are common & we’ve gathered this information from 10 major, conventional shoe brands.

So, instead of thinking “size up”, think “foot shaped”.. 🥰

29/09/2026

Shape matters above all else.

This shoe stands out in a league of its own, it is absolutely our sneaker for 2026. The obvious can be seen in the images, but the comfort, ground feel, spacious toe box, & flexibility is unmatched in this category.

Image 2:
You’ve seen images like this a bunch of times.. displaying how restrictive high street shoes are vs shoes we LOVE.

Image 1:
The Soma by WYDE FOOTWEAR® vs a popular high street shoe.. shape is easily visible but this shoe really shines when it comes to flexibility & how connected your whole feet feel to the ground when wearing!

Image 3:
The Soma vs an Altra escalante, a shoe which was offered to many of our clients, the Soma triumphs over the Altra on everything. Many people wear Altra for their every day shoes - these should replace them!

29/09/2026

Why is the taper line important?

In the barefoot world, we’ve obsessed over thickness while overlooking what matters most — shape.

Yes, barefoot shoes are usually better shaped than conventional ones… but sometimes, not by much.

👉 Comment “shoes” to explore how we review footwear and check out our latest reviews.

Now, onto one of the most important factors in our world: the taper line. We talked about it years ago — and it’s finally starting to get some attention (thankfully 😅).

Here’s why it matters:

If the taper line starts too early, you’ve got two choices:

- Size up 1–2 sizes so your big toe isn’t squashed (do not recommend), or
- Wear true-to-size and force your toes into unnatural positions (do not do this) 😉

✨ The good news? Today there are plenty of options. A simple test when choosing a shoe:

1. Grab your toe spacers.
2. Remove the shoe liner.
3. Stand on it.

If your toes hang over the edges, the shoe doesn’t fit — no matter what the label says.

Happy weekend, and thanks for being part of this journey with us! 👣

25/09/2026

Why train ankles?

Ankles only seem to really be focused on when something goes wrong.. but what if we told you that doing a few exercises like this daily will not only prevent future injuries but could in fact make you stronger & more mobile!

As the videos demonstrate, grab a basic resistance band (the one used can be found on our website), & perform each of these exercises for 90seconds, morning & evening.

Top tips;
No need to try and push, it is far more important to focus controlled movement, feeling into each rep & allowing a controlled amount of resisting.

Choosing the right resistance band is key.. and chances are after a few weeks you’ll progress to a stronger band.

Good Luck!

24/09/2026

Why do we lose movement over time?

We are born to move - to squat, crawl, climb, run, all done smoothly whilst barefoot.

Then… chairs and stiff shoes enter the picture.
The result? Lost movement, stiff hips, weakened feet and this all starts very early on.

But it doesn’t have to be this way.

👣 Let them play freely.
Yes, safety matters — but constant “slow down,” “be careful,” and “put your shoes on” adds up.
We mean well as parents, but overprotecting movement can limit how kids develop naturally.

🔁 Let them explore barefoot
🌿 Encourage ground play and roughhousing
🪑 Balance sitting with squatting and crawling
👟 Ditch poorly shaped shoes — use the shoe bed test and compare them to their foot shape

And as adults? We can fight back too.
🧘 Morning mobility
🏃‍♂️ Walking, squatting, playing
🦶 Choosing shoes that respect the foot

Movement is our foundation.
Let’s protect it, not restrict it.

23/09/2026

Once masters of hunting & tracking!

But much of that way of life has been taken from them. Access to ancestral land has been lost or restricted, and traditional hunting has become increasingly difficult or prohibited in some areas for the San People.

When we spent time with San communities in on the boarder to Botswana in April this year, we saw some of these changes firsthand.

Some now earn money selling handmade crafts and taking photos with tourists, for many, this is as good as it gets, while many of the men leave their communities for conventional labour when it is available.

The men, spending more time in conventional footwear, often showed greater changes in foot shape. The women, who generally remained closer to the community and spent more time barefoot, had more naturally shaped feet, the difference was eye opening!

Interestingly, almost the opposite of what we often see in the West, where women’s footwear tends to be more restrictive.

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21/09/2026

Five simple moves to start the week!

Trust us, your feet will feel amazing. Maybe not right away, but stick with it, and you’ll wonder why you didn’t start sooner!

Elevate your daily foot training routine and make it a habit that your feet will celebrate. Bookmark this post as your monthly reminder!

Pro tip: These movements can be mixed up in any order and will only take 5-8 minutes a day with practice.

1. Toe Stretch: Use a band to gently stretch and align your big toe. Feel the tension release as your foot relaxes.

2. Ball Rolling: Roll a ball under your foot from heel to toes. Increase the pressure as you get more comfortable, and for an extra challenge, lift your toes while rolling.

3. Pain Management: Find any sore spots and press with your thumbs for 20-30 seconds while gently moving your toes up and down. It might sting a bit, but it’s part of the healing process.

4. Toe Splay: Use your fingers to spread your toes apart, or focus on separating a few at a time. Marvel at how your feet become more flexible and free from the confines of shoes.

5. Top Foot Massage: Massage the areas between your toe bones with your fingers or thumbs. Start from the top and work down to the joints, encouraging your toes to spread and break free from years of tight footwear.

Commit to these moves for just 14 days and feel the difference!

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