10 reasons to wear FiveFingers 1. support structures Enhanced running efficiency - research has shown that running barefoot results in a 4% increase in efficiency. 2.Decreased blood pressure - as your feet strike the ground at a slightly different angle with each step, multiple muscle groups are activated resulting in greater blood flow back through the venous system. 3.Decreased ankle sprains - better awareness of foot position from direct contact with the ground and reduced leverage and twisting around the ankle may decrease risk of ankle sprains. 4.Lowered risk of shin splints - shin splints, ITB syndrome and peri-patella pain are often caused by altered biomechanical loading of the limbs. Barefoot runners land mid-foot, increasing the work of the foot's soft tissue support structures, increasing foot strength and possibly reducing the risk of injury. 5.Reduce back pain - by removing the heel lift we bring our hips back to their natural alignment, taking the load off the facet joints in the lower back. 6.Enhance proprioception - our feet are able to sense and relay data back to our brain, allowing us to better handle challenging terrain. 7.Stronger foot muscles - if you don't use it you loose it. Wearing FiveFingers engages and strengthens our foot muscles. 8.Diminish risk of bunions - conventional shoes press our toes together. Fivefingers gently spread them and encourages the big toe to work. 9.Optimise balance - superior sensory feedback to the brain means better balance and faster reaction time. Important for athletes and seniors. 10.correct freakish toe--- Women prefers wearing high heels,but If people wearing high heels any time , can be injured of the toes
