How much do you know about toe shoes and their controversy?

• The toe shoe is a type of minimalist shoe with a thin, flexible sole and five compartments to separate each toe.
• It was invented in 1999 by Italian design student Robert Fliri and first marketed by Vibram in 2005.
• It is primarily used for minimalist running but can also be used for other activities like yoga and martial arts.
• Some argue that toe shoes promote a more natural running posture and reduce the risk of injury, but this is not a consensus view among scientists.
• There have been lawsuits against Vibram for making false claims about the health benefits of toe shoes.
• Advantages of toe shoes include better ground feel and improved balance.
• Disadvantages include increased risk of foot injuries and blisters.
• The popularity of toe shoes is due in part to the trend of barefoot running and the book Born to Run.
• Other companies have entered the market with their own versions of toe shoes, including Nike, Adidas, and New Balance.
• The market for toe shoes has grown significantly, representing 10% of all running shoe sales in the US, but the US military has banned their use in training.

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