Bear Intentions, 34, gave up his shoes and socks back in October and has been going through life barefoot ever since.

The argument behind barefoot training is that it can help you activate and strengthen the muscles of the feet better compared ...

I’ve been wearing barefoot shoes exclusively for over a decade, on everything from thru-hikes to winter overnights to hours-long urban hikes. Over the years, my feet have become accustomed to the ...

There’s a reason Hoka running shoes continue to fly off the shelves, and the newest Mach X 2 model delivers on all fronts, especially for beginners. The cushioned bed offers just the right ...

Best Lightweight Option: Topo Athletic Magnifly 5, $135 Best Barefoot Pick: Xero Shoes HFS II Lightweight Road Runner Shoes, $120 Best for Zero-Drop Newbies: Altra FWD Experience, $140 ...

The Hoka Clifton might be the most popular and recognizable running shoe of the last five to ten years. At a time when minimalist (i.e., barefoot Vibram) shoes were trending, the brand introduced ...

In this video, I test my vertical jump and dunk performance in four different options: basketball shoes, running shoes, barefoot, and heavy designer boots (Alexander McQueens).

Peluva, a new contender in the barefoot shoes space, is on a mission to bring its “five-toe shoes” into everyday wear. Launched in 2023, the brand promises comfort, foot-strengthening support ...

To find the best running shoes for beginners in 2025, we spoke with experts, then tested popular pairs from Brooks and other brands for ourselves.

That’s why I decided to try the Vivo Barefoot Running Shoes (£170). With so many people raving about them, I couldn’t resist seeing if they lived up to the hype.