Calluses
Who's got 'em? I've been going barefoot full-time for about 12 years now, and the skin on my soles has gotten so tough that I can't even remember the last time I injured myself stepping on something. Gravel, splinters, and even pieces of glass don't slow me down! I feel like this is a natural layer of protection that most people deprive themselves of by wearing shoes so often. We just aren't designed to strap fake leather or rubber soles to our feet!
I totally agree. The last time I injured myself was not on the streets, but home, stepping on a shard of glass. And that happened years ago. On occasion, after rough hiking I may feel a little sore, but it's kind of a nice feeling that goes away in a couple hours.
Who's got 'em? I've been going barefoot full-time for about 12 years now, and the skin on my soles has gotten so tough that I can't even remember the last time I injured myself stepping on something. Gravel, splinters, and even pieces of glass don't slow me down! I feel like this is a natural layer of protection that most people deprive themselves of by wearing shoes so often. We just aren't designed to strap fake leather or rubber soles to our feet!
My feet are pretty tough, but the best was when I was a kid and went barefoot ALL the time (more possible then) - I could walk across hot gravel in the summer! Am I the only one who remembers summers like that bare footed? Good times.