World of Barefoot

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.

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.

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.

Explorer Ed Stafford on escaping to the wilderness – barefoot!

Explorer Ed Stafford on where he will be taking his latest Vivobarefoot wilderness boots: Tracker Forest ESC.

Wilderness expert explains why the Tracker Forest ESC comes with a tin of Renapur - and how to use it. 

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.

Behind the scenes with Vivobarefoot product designer Lee Spiteri for the story behind the Tracker Forest ESC - the ultimate outdoor footwear.

Explorer Ed Stafford on how to plan your ESCape outdoors - stay lightweight and minimalist!

In the Kalahari Desert in Namibia the Ju'/hoansi San people are once again producing the hunting sandals their ancient ancestors wore. 

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.

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%.

We’ve joined forces with @Culturunners & @WHO to install pioneering environmental artist Agnes Denes' flag artwork on the roof of @TateBritain.

Sustainable is no longer enough: not for people or planet. It’s time to build a regenerative business: for feet, people and planet. 

For B Corp™ month, we catch up with Asher Clark, Design Director and Founder of Vivobarefoot and Head of Sustainability Emma Hamilton-Foster to talk about what’s keeping their feet on the ground...