How to Transition to Minimalist Shoes

By A Mystery Man Writer

Many people are aware that a transition period is required when switching from conventional shoes to minimalist shoes (now sometimes referred to as “functional footwear”). In fact, this is one of the most common topics we hear about from patients and customers. Most people want to know the proper protocol for transitioning to men's or women's foot-healthy footwear—shoes, boots, or sandals that are widest at the ends of the toes, have flexible soles, are lightweight, and possess no heel elevation, toe spring, or artificial arch bumps or props. Though every individual is different and has unique factors or circumstances to
Many people are aware that a transition period is required when switching from conventional shoes to minimalist shoes (now sometimes referred to as “functional footwear”). In fact, this is one of the most common topics we hear about from patients and customers. Most people want to know the proper protocol for transitioning to men's or women's foot-healthy footwear—shoes, boots, or sandals that are widest at the ends of the toes, have flexible soles, are lightweight, and possess no heel elevation, toe spring, or artificial arch bumps or props. Though every individual is different and has unique factors or circumstances to consider, we’ve come up with eight general suggestions to heed that are important for everyone making this transition.