Barefoot sports and leisurely activities can be a lot of fun. But, many people routinely struggle with balance, and skidding while they are partaking of such activities.
Even worse is the fact that, with the millions of superbugs and antibiotic resistant microbes in the world now, going completely barefoot in public spaces all in the name of staying fit has become increasingly risky.
The average outdoor space is contaminated with millions of microbes. The body is naturally built to combat these through the protective layers of the skin. In 99.9 percent of all cases, contact with some of these microbes may not result in any harm or health danger.
But in the 0.1% scenario, people with just slight cut can be exposed to these microorganisms which enter the bloodstream and go on to cases severe health challenges. However, would we because of these possible dangers, stop enjoying our outdoor, barefoot sports? Well, not necessarily.
You can either risk it and hope nothing happens, or protect yourself by wearing an adaptable footwear that protects your feet, but is light enough so you feel you’re actually barefoot. Even better is the fact that this footwear is made from adaptable materials that can help you build stronger, well balanced feet in the process.
Introducing… the PigaOne, the world’s first minimalist footwrap solely designed for outdoor barefoot sporting and leisurely activities. While it does act as a protective barrier against germs, its sole purpose is to help ensure stability and support in all barefoot related sporting activities.
While it’s neither a sock nor a shoe, this footwear works even better for sporting activities like yoga, barre, surfing, martial arts, pilates, dance and overall fitness exercises.
As interesting as the footwear concept sounds, it’s not available for public use and order just yet. PIGA, the company producing this footwear is currently trying to raise funds to be able to start producing it commercially.
The PigaOne Fundraising Initiative
Available on Indiegogo, interested individuals can check out their offers and decide if they want to “invest” in the fundraising required to help the product go from concept to every retail store.
The company claims their foot adapting technology is proprietary, and have therefore, applied for a patent that will ensure that they get the sole inventor rights to the product.
Interested persons looking to give to the fundraising drive will find anywhere from paying just $5 for a shout out and a high five, to as much as $488 for 10 pairs of the PigaOne footwear.
Now, yoga practitioners as well as other barefoot sportsmen and enthusiasts, can now get this footwear to help them with their balance, strengthening and posture during these workouts.
Benefits of the PigaOne
- Reduces Fatigue and Prevents Injury. This is a major plus for all barefoot sport enthusiasts. Because the feet are exposed and undergo a lot of stress during these activities, there’s a real risk of suffering from muscle fatigue and injuries.
The PigaOne helps prevent or reduce this by simply providing your feet’s muscles and bones with the necessary support required to keep them safe and injury-free. Its adaptable tech makes it easy to adapt to your feet whenever you contract, relax or strain the muscles.
- Straightens and Realigns Your Posture. All barefoot sporting experts know that form is just as important as the exercise or activity itself. Poor form often equal little or sub-optimal results.
This is particularly important when it comes to barefoot activities such as barre, yoga and dancing. This footwear helps you correct your posture by ensuring your feet’s muscles are properly aligned. Once your feet are great, posture and alignment becomes easy.
- Allows for Free Range of Foot Muscle Motion. You’d think the footwear would limit free range of motion –after all it looks somewhat tight. But, the reality is that it doesn’t. It actually works with the feet so there’s free range of motion when you need it.
Other popular benefits of this footwear are the fact that it strengthens and supports the muscles on your feet, and can be used in watersport activities -thanks to the non-slip sole.
If you are interested in getting some of these for your use or for loved ones who need them, or just want to know more about the PigaOne footwear, visit their Indiegogo fundraising page. You’ll find all the information you need as well as a means to get in touch with the inventors.
