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We have already talked about nearly the benefits of walking barefoot. If you still don't know why it is good for your health, then watch the article, being suggested to you. 2 health benefits of walking barefoot on stones. Contrary to popular faith, walking barefoot is not a cause of colds or flu, and it is also recommended by doctors. Did you know that?
According to the experts, taking your shoes off to walk helps keep the equilibrium, and improves motor skills, posture, and stability. This is even more important when done by children who are taking their first steps since walking barefoot is necessary for the development of feet and walking.
Besides that, walking around barefoot allows the child to sharpen their touch, and responses to temperature, and textures, which is important for growth. Do you have the rule of walking barefoot? Did you know that bare feet secrete less? If you are hurt by mycosis or fungus on your nails, being barefooted is a natural way to avoid them.
Benefits of Walking Barefoot on Stones
This may seem silly, but you better understand it: walking barefoot on irregular stones can work wonders for your health! This is a very ancient Chinese practice. According to them, when you walk barefoot on stones, the acupressure cases of your feet are stimulated. And because the nerve endings on your feet are intertwined with many organs, it can:
1. Improve your body tonus
Walking barefoot over stones, or even paving stones, works the muscles involved in taking a step. It improves balance, stability, and even speed while reducing aging effects.
2. Regulate blood pressure
According to research published in the Journal of American Geriatrics Society, done with elderly patients, regular walks on paving stones help lower blood pressure. After a 2-month follow, with 3 to 4 hours of exercise a week, the patient's blood pressure was lower than the blood pressure of those who walked over regular surfaces or didn't practice any physical activity. Isn't it amazing? So, if you live on a street with paving stones, do the following:
Firm your heels first while walking, and take small steps to reduce the impact on your joints and soles. After that, put your weight on your pinky toe and, then, on your big toe. It will strengthen your knees and the muscles of your legs and feet. And remember, it is normal to feel a certain discomfort in the beginning. If that happens, use ice packs to soothe the aching.
