Boots vs Barefoot Shoes: A Podiatrist's Pros and Cons

* We filmed this at @GORALFootwear, who make the barefoot shoes we show: https://ktku.co/yc * They didn't pay me any money but I put the sponsored tag on this just in case * Do you live in the Sheffield area of northern England with sore feet?! Visit Colin for all your podiatry needs! https://colpodtherapies.co.uk/ * Full article: https://stridewise.com/boots-vs-barefoot-shoes/ Hey what's all this hubbub about barefoot shoes, those two words literally don't make sense next to each other? Well when I was visiting a boot factory recently, I learned they were also producing barefoot shoes, so it seemed the right place to try and figure out what the difference is. Colin Papworth joins me for a rousing discussion on boots versus barefoot shoes and how it plays into foot fitness! 00:00 What the hell's a barefoot boot? 00:53 Shoes vs Barefoot shoes 02:23 Why podiatrists might recommend barefoot shoes 02:58 Boots or barefoot boots for foot pain? 04:25 How often should I wear barefoot shoes 05:38 Are barefoot shoes important if I don't have foot pain? 07:03 What are the benefits of stronger feet 08:21 Different types of barefoot shoes 09:24 Wrapping up