Choosing winter footwear is quite a challenge. Especially in our weather conditions. Winter can take us by surprise at any time; instead of snow, the usual rain and mud can be waiting for us, and salt spread everywhere does not help even the most sturdy footwear. Often our choice is determined by the best price or shoes from well-known brands, and the next season we have to buy new ones. What is worth looking out for, and why do we recommend quality minimalist footwear? You can read about this in our article.
What should winter footwear be like?
Whether you buy your boots from chain stores or prefer more expensive brands, your choice of winter boots should be based on a few pillars:
- The boots should be warm; after all, they will protect our feet from often extreme weather conditions.
- Good winter boots should last more than one season.
- Everyone wants to look good, so good-quality winter shoes should be chic and elegant in addition to providing thermal comfort.
- Winter boots are perfect for both icy pavement and worse off-road conditions.
- Winter shoes are often heavy due to their construction and thermal barrier, so you need to balance functionality with comfort.
If, on the other hand, you are looking for winter boots that combine comfort, a nice look, and, on top of that, can handle any weather, minimalist winter boots are ideal here.
Why take an interest in minimalist winter footwear?
Minimalist winter footwear is the perfect combination of thermal comfort, comfortable wear, and, above all, healthy living. Why?
Barefoot shoes do not put pressure on the toes and have a flexible sole, which makes the foot imitate a natural gait. You don’t have to completely shut yourself off from nature and the ground; your foot can remain completely comfortable without tiring and at the same time be protected from snow, water (when properly waterproofed), or dirt.
The men’s winter footwear we have created at Magical Shoes is created exclusively from high-quality, natural materials. Suede and grain leather with natural texture can last for many years, as long as you take good care of the footwearls. Suede and grain leather with natural texture can last for many years, as long as you take good care of the footwear. A very warm, natural wool lining with a water-repellent membrane will provide your foot with adequate protection against the weather.
The women’s winter boots will delight every woman with their beautiful design, high-quality materials, and durability. The fact that the boots are minimalist does not mean that they have to be less elegant and outgoing. We have used the same materials in them as in the men’s boots.
What effects does wearing minimalist shoes have?
Walking in barefoot footwear has an increasing number of proven health effects, such as:
- Plenty of toe space and a flexible sole allow the toes to actively work while walking and strengthen the transverse arch. The muscles of the foot need active engagement, strengthening, and stretching to perform their functions properly.
- The anatomical shape of the toe cap provides sufficient space for the big toe, which is not pressed against the other toes but, on the contrary, moves away. On the one hand, it serves as a stabilizing element, and on the other hand, it strengthens the longitudinal arch when actively engaged during walking. In addition, we avoid the possibility of problems such as halluxes.
- A thin sole allows the foot to feel the surface better; if the body is used to this, it is more attentive to how it moves on the surface and is therefore less prone to injury.
- A well-developed transverse and longitudinal arch and the correct position of the big toe then translate into good alignment of the ankles, knees, and hips, as well as the shoulder blades and cervical spine, and affect the occupation of the diaphragm and abdominal muscles.
Doesn’t the fact that the shoes are minimalist make them less durable?
Absolutely not; in fact, quite the opposite! Nowadays, big corporations focus on so-called fast fashion and even encourage you to buy new shoes every season. Not only is this bad for your wallet but also for the environment as a whole by creating piles of trash.
Like all shoes, barefoot shoes also need to be properly waterproofed for winter and worse weather conditions. Special waterproofing preparations are used for this. Take proper care of your shoes, and they will protect your feet for years to come.
What about children who love to go wild in the snow?
The correct development of the foot during the early years is one of the factors that determines possible health problems for years to come. Therefore, it is worth taking care of the correct development of your child’s foot in the winter by choosing barefoot shoes.
Such shoes will help to maintain the correct development of the foot for years to come. By imitating barefoot walking, this ultimately translates into stable “support” for the whole body in adulthood. Children’s feet are particularly vulnerable to pressure, mismatched size, or the wrong instep. This results, for example, in flat feet, hallux valgus, or excessive supination of the foot in both directions.
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