Do I Need To Wear Barefoot Shoes With Thin Soles?

While thin flexible soles have benefits, you don’t need to start out with them if you don’t want to. In fact, a little cushion at first can make the transition easier as you relearn a more natural way of moving. In the Barefoot Shoe Finder quiz you can select the sole thickness you prefer and browse your options that way.

For your convenience, here is a list of barefoot shoe brands that carry options in 10mm thickness or more. Keep in mind that 10mm is still thinner than most athletic sneakers on the market today.