Should We Be Raising Kids Barefoot?

What is a benefit for children who spend most of their time barefoot?

• They develop weaker foot muscles.

• They are more likely to get lower limb injuries.

• They build stronger, more flexible foot muscles.

• They are more prone to flat feet.

What is the longitudinal arch in a human foot?

• The part of the foot that touches the ground completely.

• The natural upward curve or bend in the foot.

• The space between the toes.

• The heel of the foot.

What did a study in India find about children's foot development?

• City kids were less likely to have flat feet than rural kids.

• Rural kids who wore shoes often had stronger arches.

• Barefoot rural kids were three times less likely to get flat feet than city kids.

• Wearing sandals caused more flat feet in children.

How does running barefoot typically change how a person's foot lands compared to running in modern cushioned shoes?

• Barefoot running encourages landing heel-first.

• Modern cushioned shoes encourage landing on the ball of the foot.

• Barefoot running encourages landing on the ball of the foot.

• Both methods encourage the same type of foot landing.