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Good for the Soles is always on the hunt for the latest and greatest in minimal footwear. See upcoming releases here and reserve your pair today! |
One of the best gifts you can give a person is the gift of a happier, healthier body! |
With a great selection of minimalist and natural running shoes, you'll find great brands of men's footwear at Good for the Soles! |
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You'll find the perfect shoe to fit your natural running style in styles just for women or unisex styles great for everyone! |
During the years when your kids are growing and developing, it's more important than ever to put them in shoes that mimic being barefoot, that is, shoes that are roomy, flexible, and unrestrictive! |
Of course, socks are just as important as shoes! Good for the Soles carries a great selection of socks and other accessories. |
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As awareness of the "barefoot" movement grows, it is more important than ever to practice Gradual Progress when transitioning to minimal footwear and to running and walking in that footwear. ChiRunning and ChiWalking methods allow you to move through the world injury-free, no matter whether you're a runner, a walker, or both! We offer a variety of ChiRunning and ChiWalking resource materials and we also teach the methods in our workshops! |
- Pre-Order Items
- Gift Cards
- Men's Shoes
- Neutral Transition Shoes
- Minimalist Running & Walking Shoes
- Barefoot Style Shoes
- Trail Shoes
- Barefoot Lifestyle Shoes
- Women's Shoes
- Neutral Transition Shoes
- Minimalist Running & Walking Shoes
- Barefoot Style Shoes
- Trail Shoes
- Barefoot Lifestyle Shoes
- Kid's Shoes
- Socks & Accessories
- ChiRunning/ChiWalking Resources
At Good for the Soles we have three general categories of footwear to make your transition to minimalism as safe and enjoyable as possible. In the first category we have training models for beginners, those who have injuries, and anyone who wants support in their shoes. Next we have "reduced" shoes for mid-level minimalist runners who have learned the basics of proper form, have strengthened the muscles in their feet through 2-5 months of natural running, and are ready to transition to a shoe with less support. Finally, the last level in the transition process is minimalist footwear. These models are for experienced natural runners with strong foot muscles who desire a high level of proprioception (ground feel) and require a light shoe with no added support.
We also carry casual shoes for those times when athletic footwear isn't appropriate, but you still want the comfort and biomechanical benefits of a natural shoe!
Not sure which category you belong in? Contact us today or visit our retail store on 22 Strong Avenue in Northampton, MA. We are here to assist you!
