Why Most Shoes Are Destroying Your Feet (and How to Fix It)

What If the Problem Isn’t Your Posture… It’s Your Shoes?

We spend our lives in shoes, often without questioning what they’re really doing to our feet.

In this episode of The True Form Podcast, I sit down with Jamie and Faye, founders of BPRIMAL, to unpack the truth about conventional footwear. Also joining us is Mick, a passionate natural movement advocate, who shares his personal transformation through barefoot living.

“Shoes are like casts. They immobilize the foot, weaken muscles, and throw your whole body out of alignment.”

 

👟 The Hidden Damage of Modern Footwear

Stylish? Maybe. Functional? Not always.

Most shoes today are designed for fashion, not function. Narrow toe boxes, elevated heels, and rigid soles restrict movement, damage natural gait, and contribute to pain in the knees, hips, and back.

“You’re not just walking wrong, you’re walking against your biology.”

 

🧠 Feet First: Rebuilding Strength from the Ground Up

BPRIMAL’s mission is simple: help people restore their natural foot shape, movement, and strength.

We explore:

• What makes a shoe truly “foot-shaped”

• The link between foot dysfunction and chronic pain

• Why stronger feet mean better posture, balance, and performance

“When your feet are working properly, everything above them works better too.”

 

🛠️ Making the Switch (Without Breaking Yourself)

Going barefoot (or transitioning to barefoot shoes) isn’t about ditching your sneakers overnight.

This episode breaks down a safe, progressive approach:

• How to choose your first barefoot shoes

• Why foot exercises are key to avoiding injury

• What to expect in the early adaptation phase

“It’s not about running barefoot down concrete streets, it’s about moving with intention.”

 

🧭 Key Takeaways

• Your feet are the foundation, treat them like it

• Conventional shoes weaken muscles and distort movement

• Foot strength = better alignment, less pain, more energy

• Transitioning takes time, but it’s worth it

👣 Ready to Step Forward?

Before you buy your next pair of shoes, ask yourself:
“Am I helping my body move better, or just covering up the pain?”

Explore barefoot options, start slow, and get curious about how your body feels when it’s allowed to move naturally.

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