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There has been a lot of talk recently about five finger shoes, but what exactly are they? Five finger shoes are exactly what they sound like. It is footwear that has exactly five specific toe openings for every toe. This type of shoe has huge advantages over the traditional sport shoe. The five finger shoe has exceptional grip on surfaces that other shoes do not, because of the separate toes and the type of material the sole of the shoe is made of. It's a non-scratching or marking material that can be worn on the court or on the street. As you may have noticed these shoes are unique and the style a little different. Many people are skeptical when they first see these shoes but once they slide their foot into the shoe they realize that if feels natural. One of the many advantages to this shoe is that you have a better foot planting whether you're sprinting, strolling or running. You'll have better balance and alignment after wearing this shoe for a while. There is quite a selection of five finger shoes; they come in both men and women's sizes and styles. These shoes will fit people who have wide feet because of the stretchiness of the material that is used and also because this stretchy material covers the larger portion of the shoe. There are currently 9 models of these eye catching, attention grabbing shoes. This shoe is certainly a conversation starter because of the uniqueness of the shoe. You will find that random people on the street or in the gym will ask you about the shoes and where to find them. These shoes are designed to be worn without socks and also provide the ease of just tossing them in the washer when they start to get dirty. The inside of the shoe is made out of an anti microbial micro-fiber which allows the comfort of a sock. These shoes seem a lot more like sock than your regular running shoes. They are skinny and lightweight, and when you wear them you'll think your running barefoot but with all the protection of a shoe. The shoe still offers stability with a strong sole. When you walk barefoot, your feet, hips and legs and upper body all walk more naturally. The design behind this shoe was to allow the same feeling as walking barefoot but still offer the same protection of a normal running shoe. The five finger shoes can be worn comfortably for many activities rather than just running. They can be worn for physical activities such as hiking, kayaking, rock climbing, weight training, trekking and many similar outdoor experiences. They've been designed for everyday use and for those people who wish to strengthen their feet and ankles.
