Here are the best barefoot shoes we recommend for walking, running, hiking, lifting and everyday wear. Our top picks include ...

When it comes to barefoot shoes for everyday wear, Lems Primal Zen rose to the top as our favorite shoes in the testing pool. They’re lightweight, stylish and extremely comfortable, and make an ...

Here are the best barefoot shoes, according to podiatrists’ insights and staff firsthand testing. Top barefoot shoe brands include Xero, Vivobarefoot, and more.

Compared to running shoes, training shoes are flatter, firmer and less cushioned, which makes them better for activities like weight lifting. Olivia Ott / NBC News The best training shoes of 2025 ...

The Case for Working Out Barefoot For all their virtues—protection, comfort, and, of course, style— shoes are messing up the way we move, according to some experts. From a mechanical ...

We train barefoot.’ So I started training with them barefoot, and at the time I couldn’t walk, I was ready to retire. And they got me back healthy.” ...

They mimic the feeling of being barefoot while still protecting your feet. One study found that adults who switched from supportive footwear to minimalist shoes saw a 57% increase in foot strength ...