Can barefoot contribute to overall well-being (physical and emotional)?

Our feet are the foundation of everything, they are the only point of constant contact between our body and the earth, and yet for years we have enclosed, compressed and disconnected them. The barefoot movement seeks to reverse this disconnection, not only from a physical perspective, but also from an emotional, sensory and vital one.

But what real impact can barefoot have on our overall well-being? Without a doubt, barefoot footwear, by respecting the natural shape of the foot and allowing a freer and more conscious movement, offers benefits that impact both the body and the mind.  Below, we explore how this approach influences both the body and the mind.

Physical well-being

• Better posture and body alignmentby activating the natural musculature of the foot, the body recovers its axis and balance.
• Increased stability and strength: walking barefoot stimulates proprioception, improving control and connection with the environment.
• Pain prevention: by avoiding rigid structures or high heels, stresses on joints such as knees, hips and back are reduced.

Emotional well-being

• GroundingBarefoot: by being closer to the ground and allowing for a more natural contact with the earth, barefoot promotes connection with the environment and reduces the stress load of everyday life.
• Body awarenessfeeling the movement, the footsteps and the ground underfoot invites to a way of walking more present and in tune with the body.
• Feeling of freedom: returning to a natural gait releases tension and brings a subtle but powerful feeling of lightness.

In short: barefoot is not just a way of walking, but a way of living more connected. At Libertas, we believe that every step counts, because we take care of your feet, your body and your well-being. It's not just shoes: it's a lifestyle of freedom.

📚 Chevalier G. The effect of grounding the human body on mood. Psychol Rep. 2015 Apr;116(2):534-42. doi: 10.2466/06.PR0.116k21w5. Epub 2015 Mar 6. PMID: 25748085.