You don't need more coffee, you need to go barefoot

I recently read that racket sports stimulate the brain. Tennis, padel, ping pong...

They're amazing because they force you to think fast and make split-second decisions. Basically, they get your brain working like in its best years.

Makes sense.

But who plays tennis or ping pong every day?

What if I told you there’s a simpler and more consistent way to stimulate your brain?

Yes, effectiviwonder:

Walking barefoot or with barefoot shoes.

Look.

What you wear on your feet also speaks to your brain.

Even if you don’t notice it.

When you walk in shoes like Nike, your feet go on a trip through cushioned foam: soft and comfy… but disconnected.

The result: sleepy sensors, poor balance, and a sluggish brain.

But with barefoot shoes (or totally barefoot), every step is a chat between your feet and your brain.

Textures, uneven ground, temperature… all that info triggers new neural connections.

The best part? Your balance improves, your body aligns, and your mind stays sharp as a bonus.

Boom.

Just by wearing barefoot shoes.

Just by letting your feet act like feet.

And watch out! For kids, it's vital.

They’re in development, and every stimulus matters.

Walking in barefoot shoes is like giving them wireless brain boosters.

And the more stimuli, the more brain development.

And for you? Or for your parents?

Daily brain stimulation galore.

If you're already greying (or on your way), this might be the next big barrier against dementia and Parkinson's.

Instead of doing sudoku on the couch, go for a walk in your barefoots.

Alright.

I’ve just received something new for your kids.

From Merrell.

Barefoot.

They're like the Trail Gloves, but for summer.

Sizes from 28 to 38.

• Merrell Hydro Quest

And for you, I’ve also got something from Merrell.

If you don’t know them yet, you’ll fall in love the moment you put them on.

That’s what happened to Carmen. Check her Instagram:

• Merrell Vapor Glove 6 (Women / Men)

That’s all, but don’t forget:

Getting older doesn’t mean disconnecting.

Health starts with your feet

Antonio Caballo

P.S. The Vapor Glove now comes in a BOA version, for lace-free fitting, no fuss, and the precision of the BOA Fit System. Scroll down for more.