The Guide to Barefoot Training w/ Dr. Emily Splichal

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Emily Splichal, a world-renowned podiatrist and human movement specialist who has taught her unique barefoot training approach to 20,000 professionals in more than 35 countries. 

In our discussion, we cover the four types of flat feet and how to fix them. Dr. Splichal describes the connection between the glutes, core and feet, and how getting all three to work together leads to movement proficiency and longevity. We also delve into the scientifically-backed reasons for which exercising on various surfaces, such as concrete, increases our risk of developing injuries.

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Everything mentioned in this video:

Chapters:
0:00 Start
1:14 Dr. Emily Splichal and Her Work
1:50 The Connection Between the Feet, Core and Glutes
5:15 How to Activate the Glutes through the Feet
13:55 The Four Types of Flat Feet and How to Correct Them
22:53 When Orthotics Should Be Used
26:54 The Problem with Modern Footwear
30:21 How to Transition to Minimal, Barefoot Style Shoes
34:44 3 Daily Foot Maintenance (Reset) Techniques
40:22 The Effects of Training on Artificial Surfaces
45:45 Using Surface Variability to Reduce Injury Risk
49:24 Naboso Technology Inner Soles
54:35 Conclusion

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