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Barefoot school shoes improve natural movement, agility and flexibility – starting with feet, but also for bodies and minds. Back to school shouldn’t be about BEING the same.
Bringing some Tarahumara spirit to the UK
I’m a runner. I run marathons and running is part of my life, but when I had the chance to run with someone from the Tarahumara tribe in Mexico’s Copper Canyon, to say I was left eating dust would be an understatement.
Every child deserves access to nature
Born and raised in South Africa, Nelita knows from personal experience what growing up in poverty is like. Now determined to make a difference, she set up UK2SA to help kids back in her home country.
The Oxygen Project Stop Harmful Algae Blooms
We have teamed up with The Oxygen Project to create action and awareness around the growing problem of harmful algae blooms that put waterways around the world under serious threat.
ESCape to the Wild with Tracker Forest ESC
Explorer Ed Stafford on where he will be taking his latest Vivobarefoot wilderness boots: Tracker Forest ESC.
Prepare to ESCape – with the help of Renapur
Wilderness expert explains why the Tracker Forest ESC comes with a tin of Renapur - and how to use it.
Why do I ESCape?
Sarah Leighton (@fitforadventure_) is an inspiring outdoor adventurer based in Wales. She talks to Vivobarefoot about why she is so passionate about roaming free in nature.
The story behind the wildest boots we’ve ever made
Behind the scenes with Vivobarefoot product designer Lee Spiteri for the story behind the Tracker Forest ESC - the ultimate outdoor footwear.
Plan Your ESCape outdoors
Explorer Ed Stafford on how to plan your ESCape outdoors - stay lightweight and minimalist!
Sheltering togetherness: update from the Kalahari
In the Kalahari Desert in Namibia the Ju'/hoansi San people are once again producing the hunting sandals their ancient ancestors wore.
A year of podcasting: looking back, moving forwards
Earth Day provides a moment for regenerative action, for Viviobarefoot and for people and organisations around the world. It is a rallying cry to celebrate Earth, unite as a global environmental movement, emphasise the need for urgent action and show how perilous ‘normal’ ways of life can be.
Foot strength: behind the science
We were both stunned and inspired by Dr Kris D’Aout and PhD student Rory Curtis’ recent research showing that wearing Vivobarefoot for 6 months improved foot strength by a whopping 60%.
The future is fragile; handle with care.
We’ve joined forces with @Culturunners & @WHO to install pioneering environmental artist Agnes Denes' flag artwork on the roof of @TateBritain.