VivoBarefoot Shoes: Stylish and Good for Your Feet

There’s a trend slowly building up steam here in the United States and abroad and that trend is barefoot.  This is not just going around barefoot for the sake of not wearing shoes.  This is walking and running barefoot to prevent foot injuries and various other aches and pains that science is slowly uncovering is caused by our fancy athletic shoes, high heels, and ultra-mega-cushioned shoes.

The science says that our body’s feet were built and developed to go around shoeless.  By covering them up especially with extra cushioning and support we rob our feet of sensing the ground which opens our body to more sprains, strains, and other foot injuries.

What are the Benefits of Barefoot Walking/Running?

1. Builds up and strengthen muscles in your feet (adding more support for your body)
2. Fixes and helps realign your natural posture
3. Allows you to feel the ground which increase sensory perception (ie Spidey Senses)
4. Flexes your feet as God and nature designed

While I’m all for going shoeless (I’ve sprained my ankle at least a dozen times and have shin splits – which I blame on unable to find good shoes or now shoes in general) the problem is that it just isn’t practical.  I don’t know about where you live but the streets are filled with gravel, glass, dog poop, and used hypodermic needles.  I love the functional nature of the Vibram FiveFingers barefoot running shoes, but unfortunately they look like plastic gorilla feet and I won’t be wearing them on dates anytime soon.  Luckily, I just learned about TerraPlana’s VivoBarefoot shoes.

VivoBarefoot shoes give you the health benefits of barefoot walking, protection from the junk in our streets, and are pretty stylin’.  Prices average over $100 for a pair, but compared to the other designer brands I’d rather have comfortable sprain-free feet than Calvin Klein’s name printed all over it (no offense Calvin).

Here are some of our favorite Terra Plana VivoBarefoot Shoes:

VivoBarefoot Root

“The Root is another classic in the Vivo Collection. A fun style loved for its convenience factor and adjustable fit. The Velcro closure adds to the flexibility of the shoe and offers great highlight colors for extra appeal.”  Learn More

VivoBarefoot Aqua

“The combination of VivoBarefoot technology and athletic inspired design style make for a perfect trainer or street wear classic.”  Learn More

VivoBarefoot Dharma

“The Dharma is an all year round classic. The Black and Brown are commonly worn for work whereas the fun colors are perfect everyday shoes. The combination of VivoBarefoot technology and simplistic design make for ultra comfort.”  Learn More

FuncFash-ness:  8/10

• Functional:  4/5 (makes your feet feel good AND gives you Spidey senses)
• Fashionable:  4/5 (good materials and a good look)

Where to Buy:

• Endless.com:  VivoBarefoot various styles ranges from $114 and up (last updated 8-8-09).  Currently offering free overnight shipping, free shipping on returns, and a limited $20 of $100 orders (enter code “bts2009″ at checkout).

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