10.09.2026 • 6 Min.

This Podcast in English is AI generated.Autumn is just around the corner and with it, the start of school. Most federal states have already begun the new school year, the days are getting shorter, and suddenly, it’s time to put on sturdy shoes again! But what if that’s exactly what restricts the natural development of little feet?Children’s feet are still malleable. They consist largely of cartilage, which only ossifies over time. Up until the age of 12, feet are still developing. Traditional children’s shoes with thick soles and rigid materials often restrict this development.Barefoot shoes are different: They protect against cold and moisture without hindering natural movement. The thin, flexible sole allows for a natural rolling motion. This strengthens the foot muscles and promotes healthy posture. At the same time, the toes remain free crucial for balance and coordination.Especially in autumn, when temperatures drop and the ground gets colder, barefoot shoes are the perfect solution. They combine protection with the feeling of walking barefoot.I still remember visiting dozens of kindergartens many years ago. After the children had playfully and pedagogically engaged with the topic of barefoot walking for a week, there was a parents’ evening.SOLE RUNNER Online Shop: https://www.sole-runner.com/Wissenswertes um unsere Barfußschuhe: https://www.sole-runner.com/inhalte/WissenswertesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@SoleRunnerBarfussInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/solerunner_barefoot_shoes/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/solerunnerminimalfootwearPinterest: https://de.pinterest.com/sole_runner/