I get this question quite a lot, so I have decided to talk about it a little bit :)
So, simply as it may sound. Going barefoot can strengthen muscles, enhance stability and improving proprioception for better balance.
From my professional view, as a PT, I do believe,
'The highly sensitive receptors of your feet can become dulled when supported by heavy shoes. Doing barefoot exercises may help enhance sensory stimulation and build stronger, stabler feet and ankles.'
Benefits of going barefoot while working out.
- Barefoot exercises and stretches done during activities such as cardio and dynamic strength workout can improve the flexibility and strengthen the muscles the muscles in your feet and ankles.
- The nerves on the bottom of your feet are very sensitive, but those same receptors are deprived of sensory stimulation when shoes are worn, leading to a potential weakening of the muscles in the feet.
- Also, doing barefoot exercises and stretches strengthens your feet and ankle muscles - improving their overall flexibility, dexterity and reactivity, as well help improve stability in the ligaments that support your ankles and feet.
- Being barefoot allows for better control over the position of your foot as it strikes the ground, improving balance, proprioception and body awareness. This, in turn, leads to improved mechanics and alignment in your knees, hips and core, which can prevent or reduce low back and other joint pain.
Sounds right no? :)
'Going barefoot during a workout session can help reduce heavy impact on joints too :).'
To memorise it all, working out barefoot can,
- Improve balance and posture
- May protect your joints
- Can make you more resilient to injury.
So if you are in your 40's ( as I am ;)), this really may help you perform better in all directions.
And remember - for a better performance in your daily workouts, you should always add some foot flexibility and resistance exercises & be always sure to stretch the muscles of your feet prior to any physical activity.
Let's go barefoot together, send some pics and share your thoughts on it.
Until next time, Sassa.
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