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Back to EpisodesThe Right Way to Start Wearing Barefoot Shoes (Without Hurting Yourself)
Description
Thinking about switching to barefoot or minimalist shoes?
This clip from our chat with @bprimal_footwear breaks down how to transition safely — and why it’s not just about the shoes.
You’ll learn:
– Why most people are disconnected from their feet
– How your nervous system relies on foot input
– 3 simple foot exercises to build strength
– Why toe mobility is key for posture and pain
– Tips for finding the right transitional shoes
– How to listen to your feet and build gradually
👣 Your feet have a quarter of a million nerves in them — they literally tell your body how to move. If your shoes (or lack of strength) are blocking that feedback, you’ll feel it everywhere: hips, knees, posture, balance.
🎧 Full episode: Why Most Shoes Are Destroying Your Feet (and How to Fix It) — now live on The True Form Podcast.
Bprimal:
Website: https://bprimal.com.au
Instagram: @bprimal_au
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bprimalAU/
Mick Breen:
Instragram: https://www.instagram.com/natural_born_running/
Natural Born Running: https://natural-born-running.mn.co/landing
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