Upon further observation Müller realized that the particular clay soil in the mud fields of Korea were the perfect walking environment. After the rainy season, the soil would dry out and become elastic with just the right amount of spring that makes walking easy on joints and muscles. From there, Müller spent years working to replicate this ideal walking environment all within the confines of an everyday shoe. 

In 1997, the first MBT shoe was put on the market. Masai Barefoot Technology has gained worldwide attention as the world’s smallest gym. They are often referred to as “anti-shoes” because they retrain your body how to walk. One must be careful when first trying on a pair as they purposely keep you slightly off balance to evenly distribute your weight. MBTs are designed to be easy on your body once you get used to wearing them. After a couple days, new MBT foot wearers will become accustomed to adjusting their balance and start to notice the benefits. 

In addition to alleviating aching joints and muscles, MBTs are also designed to help you loose weight, increase blood flow, assist with healing tendons, and reduce the presence of varicose veins. Throughout the years, dozens of celebrities and professional athletes have added MBT shoes to their collection. While you may not find the design of these unique shoes as attractive as more traditional brands, that is because other shoes are not designed with the comfort of the entire body in mind. 

For more information about getting started with your first pair of MBTs, contact Conreco Shoes today! We are always happy to assist with questions and helpful tips for walking in your MBTs