Movement is life—and the right footwear can transform the way you move.

At Groundies, we believe that natural movement begins at your foundation: your feet. Whether you’re training at the gym, running errands around town, or venturing off the beaten path, our barefoot shoes are designed to keep you grounded, strong, and connected to your surroundings. Featuring zero-drop soles, anatomical toe boxes, and flexible construction, Groundies active shoes support healthy biomechanics while delivering the comfort, performance, and freedom you need to move your way. 

Get Grounded and Go

Why Choose Barefoot Shoes for an Active Lifestyle?

Conventional athletic shoes often rely on thick soles, raised heels, and restrictive designs that interfere with your body’s natural movement. Barefoot shoes take a different approach—one that prioritizes freedom, strength, and connection. With Groundies, you benefit from:

  • Zero-Drop Soles: Keeping your heel and forefoot aligned supports natural posture and helps reduce joint strain.
  • Anatomical Toe Boxes: Spacious, foot-shaped toe boxes allow your toes to splay naturally, enhancing balance and stability.
  • Flexible Soles: Ultra-thin, pliable soles improve proprioception (your awareness of body position) while encouraging stronger, more resilient feet.

Simply put, Groundies barefoot shoes don’t do the work for you—they empower your body to move naturally. Every step feels lighter, stronger, and more efficient.

Active Essentials from Groundies

For Gym and Fitness Training: Active Knit (Men & Women)

When it’s time to train, you need a shoe that keeps up—and keeps you connected. The Active Knit fits like a second skin with its lightweight, breathable, sock-like construction. Our ultra-flexible TrueSense® Active Sole offers the perfect balance of grip and ground feel for strength training, HIIT, CrossFit, yoga, and more. Sleek, modern, and performance-driven, it transitions effortlessly from the gym to your daily routine.

Best for: Gym workouts, strength training, bodyweight exercises

Why you’ll love it: Maximum breathability, lightweight feel, unbeatable barefoot experience

For Everyday Movement and Light Activity: Balance 2.0 (Men & Women)

Meet your new go-to for everyday movement. The Balance 2.0 combines a sporty look with barefoot freedom, making it ideal for errands, light activity, and travel. Crafted with sustainable bamboo viscose and recycled materials, it’s lightweight, breathable, and designed to keep up with your lifestyle—all while supporting natural foot function.

Best for: Everyday errands, light jogging, travel days

Why you’ll love it: Sporty aesthetic, eco-conscious materials, natural barefoot comfort

For Trails and Outdoor Adventures: All Terrain Series (Men & Women)

All Terrain Low 2.0

Designed for life beyond the pavement, the All Terrain Low 2.0 combines trail-ready durability with barefoot flexibility. The GH2 TrueSense® hiking sole provides reliable traction and responsiveness, while a breathable upper and removable insole keep you comfortable mile after mile.

All Terrain High 2.0

For added protection and support, the All Terrain High 2.0 is your ultimate barefoot hiking boot. Built with waterproof recycled materials, a rugged sole, and enhanced ankle support, it delivers durability and grip without compromising foot freedom.

Best for: Hiking, trail running, outdoor exploration

Why you’ll love it: Lightweight design, breathable comfort, maximum grip, waterproof options

The Benefits of Training in Barefoot Shoes

Moving naturally means training smarter. Barefoot shoes promote:

  • Stronger Feet & Lower Legs: Engaging your stabilizer muscles helps build strength and resilience.
  • Improved Balance & Agility: Better ground connection enhances coordination and responsiveness.
  • Reduced Injury Risk: Natural movement encourages healthy alignment, minimizing strain and overuse injuries.

From lifting weights to hitting the trails—or simply navigating daily life—Groundies barefoot shoes help you move stronger, smarter, and more naturally.

How to Transition to Barefoot Shoes

If you’re new to barefoot footwear, a gradual transition is key:

  1. Start Slowly: Introduce barefoot shoes during shorter walks or light workouts.
  2. Strengthen Your Feet: Incorporate exercises like toe spreads, calf raises, and barefoot walking.
  3. Listen to Your Body: Expect some soreness, especially in your calves and arches—it’s part of the adaptation process.
  4. Stay Consistent: Over time, your feet will strengthen, and your movement will feel more natural than ever.

Get Ready to Move Naturally

At Groundies, our mission is simple: to help you reconnect with the way your body was designed to move. Our active footwear collection is engineered to support every step, stride, squat, and adventure—bringing you closer to the ground and closer to your potential.

Whether you’re pushing boundaries in the gym, chasing trails under an open sky, or simply moving through your day, Groundies barefoot shoes move with you—naturally.