Vibram Five Finger Shoes- I Don’t Get it! Why Not Five Toed Shoes?
Have you had the priviledge of seeing these new fangled shoes? Vibram Five Finger Shoes were created to use during any sporting activity to create a “barefoot experience.”
[No, you won't win any fashion awards but these shoes aren't for the ballroom.]
To learn more about why anyone would think it worth the embarrassment to wear these read on…
Apparently, for these shoes, you either love them or you hate them. It is definitely a big adjustment from the standard shoe. Your feet will feel weird when you wear them. They feel like a glove for your feet.
Even the factory tells you that you need to break them in slowly. Your feet will take some time to adjust, but once they do, running or walking in Vibram five finger shoes is supposed to be a healthier alternative.
They look very wimpy but the soles are supposed to protect your feet. The soles are made from a material that should be able to resist any sharp object .
What makes these shoes a better choice?
The Pros of Vibram Five Finger Shoes
Once you get past the initial breaking in of your new foot gloves, your feet are free! Some reviews claim to feel more at one with the earth. They feel their feet and lower legs getting stronger and their running abilities improving.
This quick video will give you the run down of what Vibram Five Finger Shoes are all about.
There are currently seven different models. The models differ for their use. Some are for watersports, some are for sprinting, and the classic is for everyday use. They come in many different styles and fabrics for men or women, so anyone can own a five finger shoe.
The philosophy is that you were born barefoot and that is how nature intended it. For the strongest and healthiest feet, it would be best to walk around barefoot. However, technology has changed the surface of the earth and so comes the need for Vibram Five Finger Shoes.
The Cons of Vibram Five Finger Shoes
There have been plenty of positive reviews for these shoes but their have also been a few complaints about the wearability and durability of these shoes.
Apparently, where the protective material on the bottom meets the fabric on the top there is a weak spot. The material can come apart and a hole will start to spread.
Of course, the same happens with any other shoes but the quality of Vibram Five Finger shoes would depend on the amount of time it took for the fraying to begin.
Vibram Five Finger Shoes run between $75 to $110 American Dollars. This is about the same as a high class pair of running shoes.
The Verdict
Vibram Five Finger Shoes makes a lot of claims. Whether they are true for you or not, you can only tell through experience. I can see where the experience can be liberating to be wearing shoes but “not” wear shoes. I can also see some of their science making sense about the increased balance and agility of the foot.
However, the Vibram Five Finger Shoes is not for everyone. It isn’t for every occasion, either. I would never go out in the wintertime with these flimsy shoes.
I think they would be fun to try everyonce in a while when I feel adventurous. Whether you are one that loves them, or one that hates them, you’ll never know until you try them!
If you have tested Vibram Five Fingers PLEASE COMMENT below… would love to hear from you.
If you are interested in creating a stronger foot, then you are definitely interested in creating a stronger body as a whole. Check out our review of Turbulence Training for great exercises to do just that.
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#comment-1
I just got my Classics in the mail! It took me about 10 minutes to get them on! I couldn’t separate my toes! But, they feel good so far and I look forward to seeing the benefits considering the bottoms of my feet have been aching for some time now.
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@Lailah- I just bought mine about a week ago and I LOOOOVE them. Yes, it was a challenge to get my right foot in, but now it fits like an extension of my own skin. It took a little while longer to get my pink toes to comply on my left foot but I’ve learned how to do it now.
I’ve also done two big workouts and went for a couple sprints…. my calves are not impressed with me, but I can already feel where my legs are stronger and more stable.
Come back in a few weeks and let me know how you are liking, or not liking, them.
btw- I bought the Bikila model for running and athletics.
thanks for commenting!
#comment-3
The first time I put these on it took me more than 10 minutes, I bought the KSO (keep stuff out) model.
But now I can put on my classic’s in less than 30 seconds, and my KSO’s in under a minute. I really like wearing them and feel the difference when I run and hike. Highly recommended.
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I got my vibrams about 6 months ago for running and i absolutely love them, they were hard to get used to at first. But, after a few days i had no problems at all, i definitely recommend them for everyday use also.
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i won’t run in running shoes again!
i bought the KSO’s for running and although it has taken me a while to build up some mileage, they have improved every aspect of running for me!
i do not experience anymore pain in my knees or feet, my gait is relaxed, natural and strong.
I LOVE to run in these more so than i did in my normal running shoes.
I have also gained mass amounts of strength in my legs.
I reccommend these shoes to everyone for running as well as walking around!
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I love my KSO, just got them last night and been wearing them since. I am wearing them when I work today and so far my feet feel great. I am a nurse and have a lot of walking around to do on hard tile floors and not having any problems.
#comment-7
finger shoes
The typical human foot is an anatomical marvel of evolution with 26 bones, 33 joints, 20 muscles, and hundreds of sensory receptors, tendons and ligaments. finger shoes are like the rest of the body, to keep our feet healthy, they need to be stimulated and exercised.
#comment-8
Do you ever know about the funny vibrams five fingers and what do the vibram five fingers looks like?Do you realize the making principle and function of vibram five finger shoes? Now I am very happy to talk about vibram five fingers shoes with all of you because I just know somewhat about five fingers vibram.The rubber sole of vibram fivefinger shoes are quite soft.You may feel strange when you wear vibram five fingers shoes at the first time.But you will feel very comfortable after you wear vibram fivefingers several time.Then you are supposed to know that vibram five fingers can protect our feet to a great degree.
#comment-9
i bought my five finger kso style 5 months ago,i love them. i walk about 10 miles a day and they are so comfy. i just orderd the bikila style for a second pair cant wait to get them…they have helped my feet and calves so much..cant say nothin but good things about them….. adam