Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. When most people go hiking, they reach for stiff, heavy, boots with ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." “Minimalist shoes are footwear that feature minimal cushion, no midsole, or stiff heel counter,” says ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." I was borderline shocked the first time I heard a trainer recommend going barefoot for workouts. As ...

It was 2011 the first time I tried to run in barefoot shoes. I was in my mid-20s, healthy and averaging about 20 miles a week. Born to Run was on my bookshelf (of course), and I had a brand-new pair ...

Love them or hate them, barefoot shoes are polarizing. But they are becoming big business, both for fashion (a subject in which I am, admittedly, not an expert) and for health and wellness. This is a ...