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Whole Body Barefoot: Transitioning Well to Minimal Footwear
- Narrated by: Katy Bowman
- Length: 2 hrs and 14 mins
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Whole Body Barefoot: Transitioning Well to Minimal Footwear
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Publisher's Summary
Many work hard on good posture and better walking and running alignment, but it’s critical to understand how what you put on your feet each day can play a bigger role in the function of your feet, ankles, knees, hips, and spine than you might realize.
“By applying the principles in this book, you will be able to restore your foundation and prevent dysfunction.” Ray McClanahan, DPM Biomechanist and author of Simple Steps to Foot Pain Relief, Katy Bowman offers walkers, runners, and health professionals alike clear, accessible lessons on how the shape of shoes can play a role in painful feet, knees, and hips and what to do about it.
When we have painful feet and weak ankles it seems like stiff, supportive shoes are the answer, but this solution can be temporary, especially if our issues stem from foot and leg weakness. In short, humans come with great “foot technology,” we just need to learn how to use it.
Minimal footwearshoes that protect your feet while still letting them move freely is gaining traction (get it?). Being barefoot is a natural human movement, but research shows simply kicking off our shoe-shackles and releasing our feet into the wild can result in injury. Whole Body Barefoot will help you safely and effectively transition to minimal footwear, reaping the enormous benefits of freeing your feet without injuring yourself along the way. A great book to listen to as you move working outside, during a walk or a marathon training run!
NOTE: Once you purchase this title, an accompanying PDF with exercise photographs and bulleted instructions will be available in your My Library section along with the audio.
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.
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- N.C
- 2023-08-06
Katy Bowman is my new favourite author!
As a parent of a young child I’m thankful I found Katy Bowman’s books when I did. I’m so hopeful I can guide my child towards a life without painful feet with the knowledge about footwear choices and body movement.
Also the bloopers reels at the end really are glorious! A perfect way to end my night shift drive home, giggling all the way.
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- JenH
- 2015-06-15
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This is an amazing book full of practical solutions for improving not only your foot, but also your whole body health. Regarding the PDF, I heard from the publishers that they have given the file to Audible and are unsure of the delay. They are more than happy to email it to anyone who needs it. Simply email them at info@restorativeexercise.com to request it.
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- Cherie
- 2015-06-03
Where's the PDF the author mentions many times?
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The technical information is helpful. The author's reading is excellent. So where's the accompanying pdf the author mentions numerous times during the audio recording of her own book? I'm very disappointed with Audible.com and the author for neglecting the written material and diagrams. As of June 2, 2015, the accompanying pdf is not available.
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- NM Ranch Girl
- 2016-07-23
Terrific Content & Narration
Loved it! The PDF (which I downloaded from "My Library" on Audible.com) helps with visuals.
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- VIss_Tried
- 2015-06-02
Great advice for every person! Katy Bowman A+
If you have pain, Katy is going to be your new best friend. If you ate considering switching to minimal or barefoot shoes, read this first, it will make your transition pain free.
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- sandyjgrant
- 2015-06-02
Fun, informative, a must read for EVERYBODY
Would you listen to Whole Body Barefoot: Transitioning Well to Minimal Footwear again? Why?
Very easy to listen to; varied aspects of foot health. This is not just a rant about not wearing shoes...Katy is very open to all opinions out there and doesn't push anything but facts. She encourages you to think for yourself and to apply ideas to your own body.
What did you like best about this story?
Katy rocks. I'm sure I will never be able to listen to another narrator. This is my first audio book, and I fear she has set the bar quite high. I love listening to her. It's just easy.
What about Katy Bowman’s performance did you like?
She's funny. She sounds full of life. She is confident, knowledgeable and open. Love it.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Yes. But I didn't. It is a lot of information afterall. But I could have.
Any additional comments?
The bloopers at the end were the best (I mean, not really the best, because the book was the best), but you know a Californian 'the best'. If you can laugh yourself silly listening to someone talk about anatomy I think she must be funny.
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- Melissa
- 2015-06-02
So much information
Highly recommend!
Great information for better whole body health!
Information presented in a fun and easy way.
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- Mary
- 2015-06-01
Comprehensive but missing big toe info
I thought this book was very comprehensive and left few questions unanswered. And if you've already questioned the use of orthotics and why in the world athletic shoes have a tapered toe box and a heel, this book will put many of the missing pieces on the table for you.
However, one of the main aspects of foot health and barefoot walking is the correct position of the big toe which gets completely ignored in this book. The big toe should really have its own chapter.
For example, if the big toe is angled and has moved towards the other toes even just a bit, none of the exercises will work or make sense. The big toe acts as one of the end points of your main foot arch. If that aspect is missing, the whole foot becomes unstable.
I still gave it four stars because the author is very analytical and explains other aspects of foot health and barefoot walking extremely well.
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- Vanya Visarionova
- 2015-06-21
The best book for optimal foot health!
it is interesting and educational from the beginning till the end! a must read for everyone!
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- R. A. Tony Poland
- 2015-10-19
Powerful Information, Exercises, & Engaging!
Katy Bowman is the Wonder Woman of kinesiology. She's funny, informed, and succinct in her delivery.
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- Danielle
- 2015-08-04
Katy bowman is great!
This book is great because it takes Katy's philosophy and simplifies it for folks to apply into their everyday lives to become "whole body" healthier
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