While these industry insiders are in favor of a barefoot approach to footwear over more traditional shoes with built-in cushioning and support, others note the trend may not be beneficial to everyone. Barefoot & Minimalist Shoe Movement HistoryThe barefoot or minimalist footwear movement is not new to the industry; it was introduced to consumers in the mid-2000s by brands including Vibram with its FiveFingers styles, New Balance’s Minimus styles, Merrell and Lems. Experts and Insiders Have Different ViewsThere are industry insiders who agree minimalist shoes may not be for everyone. Weisenfeld advises individuals who want to embark on the minimalist footwear trend to do it gradually. He added runners who want to wear minimalist footwear should consider retraining to run in this footwear type.

Source: Ethiopian News March 20, 2019 18:14 UTC