Stepping into Wild
For feet that have never worn minimal shoes, those first few steps in Wildlings can feel a little unusual. All the characteristics of the ground can be sensed, activating the more than 400,000 nerve endings in the soles of the feet in a different way. The muscles and tendons also play a much more active role in balancing the foot naturally.
It's important for our feet to gradually get used to this new feeling.
While we’re much more conscious of each step we take in Wildlings, our feet also experience an array of completely new movements. Wild changes like this take a little time and some extra sensitivity.
Es ist wichtig, die Füße schrittweise an dieses neue Laufgefühl zu gewöhnen.
Il est important d'habituer progressivement les pieds à cette nouvelle sensation de marche.
Es importante aclimatar gradualmente los pies a esta nueva sensación al caminar.
È importante acclimatare gradualmente i piedi a questa nuova sensazione di camminata.
Feeling, what our feet are made for
It’s in our nature to go barefoot most of the time, as Prof. Zech from the University of Jena has demonstrated. Numerous recent studies further confirm the benefits of going barefoot. Depending on the season or our surroundings this isn’t always possible, but the feeling of walking in Wildlings simulates going barefoot thanks to their thin soles and the light, flexible materials used in making them.
As little shoe as possible
With their wide toe box, Wildlings provide the space needed to support the natural shape of the foot. When toes have enough space, foot problems can be prevented, and pain can be alleviated. They support what’s known as the Windlass Mechanism, when the big toe automatically pulls upwards and expands the entire arch of the foot to provide the stability needed for the next step or jump.
Nature supplies our feet with everything they need for healthy, natural movement.
Wildlings join us on your journey, with as little shoe as possible and as much shoe as necessary. #ThatWildlingFeeling
Credits
Images: Ramona Mahrla, Caro Filger
