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Want to know the real deal about fixing feet and unlocking performance? Join renowned functional podiatrist Dr. Emily Splichal as we dive into barefoot living, foot health myths, and how your feet can impact everything from athletic performance to daily movement.
In this episode of The Ready State podcast, Kelly and Juliet Starrett explore why foot strength and sensory stimulation are game-changers for balance, posture, and long-term health. Discover simple exercises, the truth about orthotics, and how to optimize your foot function for better performance at any age. Whether you're an athlete, a parent, or just curious about barefooting, this conversation will change how you think about your feet. Don't miss it!
✅ What You'll Learn in This Episode
- Why your feet are the gateway to brain-body performance
- How modern shoes are de-training your nervous system
- The difference between flat feet and weak feet
- What barefoot stimulation does for balance, posture, and gait
- Why slippers and house shoes are secretly ruining your feet
- The five-minute foot protocol Dr. Emily recommends to everyone
- How sensory stacking supercharges rehab and performance
- Why your glutes, diaphragm, pelvic floor, and feet are one system
- The truth about barefoot hygiene (hint: your feet are cleaner than your hands)
Key Highlights:
00:00 - Intro
00:50 - Laird Superfood
03:14 - Foot Obsession: Why It Matters
07:36 - Becoming a Functional Podiatrist
11:27 - Naboso Technology
17:45 - Understanding Neuroplasticity
20:25 - Sensory Stacking Explained
21:54 - Issues with Maximalist Shoes
25:25 - Use Cases for Maximalist Shoes
28:45 - Foot Care Essentials
32:43 - LMNT Overview
35:20 - Daily Foot Program Benefits
38:31 - Flat Feet and Orthotics Discussion
46:10 - Dr. Emily's New Book: Sensory Sapiens Insights
48:20 - Benefits of Being Barefoot
49:55 - Disease Risks of Barefoot Walking
55:15 - Dosing Barefoot Training
57:30 - Naboso Footbed Features
60:47 - Kids' Foot Health
66:21 - Offense vs Defense in Foot Health
68:00 - Understanding ACL Tears
71:45 - Resources for ACL Recovery
74:00 - Finding Dr. Emily
Sponsors
This episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by Laird Superfood, Momentous, and LMNT.
