In this episode of Restore to Explore, we bring to you another "Unboxed with Ruth" episode, where Ruth engages in an insightful conversation with Alex Ward, co-founder of Bahé Footwear. The episode delves into Alex's extensive 15-year journey as a footwear designer, highlighting the evolution of his career and his significant contributions to the industry.It also sheds light on the crucial role small companies like Alex's play in their communities, not only economically but also in terms of community engagement and support. A significant part of the discussion revolves around the importance of customer feedback in enhancing the quality of their footwear products, emphasizing how direct public input is integral to product improvement.Additionally, the episode explores the benefits of outdoor activities, particularly emphasizing how moving and exercising in natural settings can positively impact our physical and mental health. This segues into a broader discussion about the importance of connecting with nature and how it enriches the human experience, reminding us of the joy and simplicity found in the natural world. This episode, offers a multifaceted perspective on footwear design, community impact, customer engagement, and the human-nature connection. TFC Helpful Links: Natural Footwear Finder  Become A TFC Athlete TFC Pro Directory Play Is The Way Challenge (Join The Community) Free Ebook (The Guide To Foot Freedom) Free Training Shop TFC tools and training (Use the code R2E10 to save 10%) Fountain - Earn money while you listen to our podcast Follow us: Instagram TikTok YouTube Facebook Music: Dream Chaser - Lunareh Written By - Wiriyapa Chansuwong Performed & Produced By - Lunareh

This week, we are thrilled to introduce a guest who embodies the spirit of athleticism and innovation - Kadour Ziani. We were also lucky to be joined by Kadour's sports physio and trainer, Azdine Bousnana to gain a deeper insight into their training methods. Azdine has worked with a number of world renown athletes so it was really interesting to learn more about his way of practicing and how it has helped Kadour in his career.Known worldwide as a trailblazer in the world of professional dunking, Kadour has leaped beyond the ordinary, setting world records and redefining the limits of human vertical jump capability. His legendary career in streetball and as a co-founder of the renowned Dunk Elite has inspired a generation of athletes. But Kadour's journey didn't stop at his athletic prowess. He has taken his deep understanding of human movement and translated it into his latest endeavor - a groundbreaking book titled 'Unlock Mobility 7 Postures'. In this work, Kadour shares his insights into enhancing physical mobility, drawing from his extensive experience in high-level sports. The book offers readers not just a guide to better movement but a holistic approach to unlocking their physical potential. Today, Kadour joins us to share his extraordinary journey, from defying gravity on the basketball court to penning his unique philosophy on mobility and wellness. His story is one of relentless pursuit, incredible athleticism, and the ongoing quest to explore and restore the human body's full capabilities.Kadour has a new app based off of his book 'Unlock Mobility 7 Postures' coming out next Wednesday, November 29. TFC Helpful Links:Become A TFC Athlete TFC Pro Directory Play Is The Way Challenge (Join The Community) Free Ebook (The Guide To Foot Freedom) Free Training Shop TFC tools and training (Use the code R2E10 to save 10%)Natural Footwear Finder  Fountain - Earn money while you listen to our podcast Follow us: Instagram TikTok YouTube Facebook Music: Dream Chaser - Lunareh Written By - Wiriyapa Chansuwong Performed & Produced By - Lunareh  

Triumph Over Adversity: Welcoming Tim Schultz, MMA Warrior and Survivor, as our first official TFC Athlete. Tim’s story is as harrowing as it is inspiring. The Australian MMA fighter, on the brink of a big break in the UFC, faced an unimaginable challenge. After a in-grown toe nail in Thailand turned life-threatening due to a flesh-eating infection, Tim's battle transcended the ring. It became a fight for his leg, his career, and indeed, his life. From a critical condition in a Thai hospital to an emergency flight back to Brisbane, Tim's journey has been nothing short of a rollercoaster. Despite the odds, he's battled through, showing the heart of a true fighter. Grappling with the end of his fighting career and an intense battle for his mental and physical health, Tim's resilience has been a beacon of hope and strength and now, we are beyond proud to announce that Tim Schultz is joining The Foot Collective as our first TFC Athlete Ambassador. His journey, marked by incredible resilience and determination, embodies the very spirit of what we stand for at TFC. As Tim steps into this new role as a coach promoting foot function for optimal performance, he brings with him not just his experience as an elite athlete but his insights from a life-changing ordeal. His story is a powerful reminder of the fragility of our health and the strength of the human spirit and you can hear it in full now on the Restore To Explore Podcast. Join us in welcoming Tim to the TFC family. His journey of recovery and adaptation is a testament to the power of the human spirit and the importance of holistic health and well-being. Here's to new beginnings, Tim. Your story isn't just about fighting; it's about the indomitable human spirit, and we can't wait to see all that you will accomplish and inspire as part of the TFC team. TFC Helpful Links:Become A TFC Athlete TFC Pro Directory Play Is The Way Challenge (Join The Community) Free Ebook (The Guide To Foot Freedom) Free Training Shop TFC tools and training (Use the code R2E10 to save 10%)Natural Footwear Finder  Fountain - Earn money while you listen to our podcast Follow us: Instagram TikTok YouTube Facebook Music: Dream Chaser - Lunareh Written By - Wiriyapa Chansuwong Performed & Produced By - Lunareh  

This week I’m back with Tom to explore the concept of Osteoarthritis which is the most common type of arthritis. Throughout the episode we discuss what Osteoarthritis actually is and what the symptoms are. We go through the current best practice for managing it and we explore what kind of strategies you should focus on in your rehab process. If you’re struggling to make progress in your rehab, please feel free to reach out as we can either help you directly with our online training or can point you in the right direction of other practitioners or resources that can help you.TFC Helpful Links:Become A TFC Athlete TFC Pro Directory Play Is The Way Challenge (Join The Community) Free Ebook (The Guide To Foot Freedom) Free Training Shop TFC tools and training (Use the code R2E10 to save 10%)Natural Footwear Finder  Fountain - Earn money while you listen to our podcast Follow us: Instagram TikTok YouTube Facebook Music: Dream Chaser - Lunareh Written By - Wiriyapa Chansuwong Performed & Produced By - Lunareh

This week on the ‘Restore To Explore’ podcast, we’re taking you on a journey through the evolution of footwear. From the earliest sandals to modern high-tech shoes, the episode explores how shoes have been influenced by cultural, technological, and fashion changes. Key topics include the importance of footwear that complements natural foot mechanics, the myths surrounding running shoes, and the impact of different shoe types on body health. The episode also delves into the barefoot versus shoes debate and offers practical advice for choosing footwear that promotes foot health and supports body mechanics. Throughout the episode we offer insights to help you understand the intricate relationship between footwear and overall well-being, encouraging informed choices beyond fashion and marketing hype. We also define the five F’s to ensure their footwear decisions contribute positively to their overall foot wellness and mobility. TFC Helpful Links: TFC Pro Directory Play Is The Way Challenge (Join The Community) Free Ebook (The Guide To Foot Freedom) Free Training Shop TFC tools and training (Use the code R2E10 to save 10%)Natural Footwear Finder  Fountain - Earn money while you listen to our podcast Follow us: Instagram TikTok YouTube Facebook Music: Dream Chaser - Lunareh Written By - Wiriyapa Chansuwong Performed & Produced By - Lunareh

This week I have the honour of interviewing Zach Bush. We kick off the conversation by talking about Zach's current work and the projects he’s currently working on. We speak a bit about regenerative agriculture and what insights it might offer with regard to a regenerative health approach. We also chat about the value of kids spending time in nature, the meaning of truth and community, natural as a decentralized health network, the importance of soil health, the flaws of centralized medicine and the opportunities that companies have in the years ahead to be part of the solution, not the problem. We talk about the sad reality that doctors and farmers are struggling within a paradigm dominated by chemicals and the potential that can be unlocked for human healing if we reconnect with the natural world and restore biodiversity in our soil, ecosystems and in our communities. Zach finishes by sharing his definition of health which he was able to condense into 3 powerful words which I really appreciated. I really enjoyed speaking with Zach and hope you enjoy listening to our conversation.Here are some links to where you can find Zach's work: ZBMD   http://zachbushmd.com/   https://www.instagram.com/zachbushmd/  ION* https://intelligenceofnature.com/   FARMER’S FOOTPRINT:  http://www.farmersfootprint.us/   THE JOURNEY OF INTRINSIC HEALTH:  https://journeyofintrinsichealth.com/  TFC Helpful Links: TFC Pro Directory Play Is The Way Challenge (Join The Community) Free Ebook (The Guide To Foot Freedom) Free Training Shop TFC tools and training (Use the code R2E10 to save 10%)Natural Footwear Finder  Fountain - Earn money while you listen to our podcast Follow us: Instagram TikTok YouTube Facebook Music: Dream Chaser - Lunareh Written By - Wiriyapa Chansuwong Performed & Produced By - Lunareh    

This week Nick, Jim and Mac dive into what it means to be a TFC Pro. For those new to our community, a TFC Pro is not just a title; it embodies a commitment to the foot health revolution we’re helping forge. It signifies a dedication to understanding, promoting, and practicing the principles that have been at the heart of TFC's journey from its inception. Our mission has always been to shift the paradigm of foot health, turning away from quick fixes and towards holistic, foundational wellness. A TFC Pro is someone who stands with us on this mission, guiding and supporting others on their journey to foot freedom. We launched the TFC Pro Membership in June of 2023 - as a way of uniting like-minded health and movement professionals around the world and connecting our community with people they can trust will help them put their best foot forward. In today's episode, we unpack the ethos behind a TFC Pro, through the 'Ten Tenets of a TFC Pro’. These tenets underline the commitment of every TFC Pro, not just to advise, but to lead by example, embracing natural movement, advocating holistic health, and prioritizing lifelong learning. For TFC Pros, it's about living the values, embodying the mission, and setting the bar in foot health. Whether you're a health or movement professional yourself or someone just getting started on your foot health path, this episode promises insights into what makes our TFC Pros stand out and why you should connect with one. To learn more about the membership or find a TFC pro in your area through our global directory - head to the link in our bio. Now onto the episode."   Helpful links: TFC Pro Directory Play Is The Way Challenge (Join The Community) Free Ebook (The Guide To Foot Freedom) Free Training Shop TFC tools and training (Use the code R2E10 to save 10%)Natural Footwear Finder  Fountain - Earn money while you listen to our podcast Follow us: Instagram TikTok YouTube Facebook Music: Dream Chaser - Lunareh Written By - Wiriyapa Chansuwong Performed & Produced By - Lunareh

This week Nick, Mac and I explore the Evolution of our training philosophy and approach over the years, from where Nick started in his physio practice all the way through to our latest SoleMate training systems. Along the way we discuss the Protect - Correct - Develop framework, the integration of hardware and software, the concept of Restore to Explore as well as, of course, the importance of play-based training for building a more adaptable and resilient body and mind. Towards the end we discuss the Seven Days of Play challenge, which we’ve actually decided to call the Play Is The Way challenge, but it does start with seven consecutive days exploring one of our beginner SoleMate Sessions each day. We have also created a Proof of Play log that will guide you every step of the way and help you track your progress. The idea is that you start with the seven days in a row, get hooked on the process and the progress and continue this as a daily habit. We already have a bunch of legends leading the way with this challenge and supporting each other but of course the more the merrier so if you’re keen to get involved the next step is to join the community (we’ll put a link in the show notes) and download your Proof of Play log. Otherwise we hope you enjoy the episode today, if you do find value in it or in any of our podcasts you can help us spread the word by sharing it with your family and friends and also by leaving us a review wherever you are listening! Helpful links: Play Is The Way Challenge (Join The Community) Free Ebook (The Guide To Foot Freedom) Free Training Shop TFC tools and training (Use the code R2E10 to save 10%)Natural Footwear Finder TFC Pro Directory Fountain - Earn money while you listen to our podcast Follow us: Instagram TikTok YouTube Facebook Music: Dream Chaser - Lunareh Written By - Wiriyapa Chansuwong Performed & Produced By - Lunareh

This episode is a deep dive into our core company values which are Truth, Fun and Community. This is the first in a series of podcasts that we recorded while we were on tour in the US, where we were having a lot of deep discussions about the evolution of TFC, our current philosophy and approach as well as where we’re heading in the future - and so these podcasts are our attempt to distill all of that into a digestible conversation that you can tune into. We figured, what better place to start than with our core values which essentially guide everything that we do and also bind us together both as a team within our company and as a broader collective. We’ve been delving into the meaning of these values for the best part of a year since we identified them in November 2022 and have realised how deep each topic can go as well as how interrelated they all are. So this is our first attempt at communicating that officially and somewhat concisely which was a really helpful process for us to go through and we hope that you find value in the discussion as well - we’d love to hear your feedback on what resonated with you and any questions you might have about the concepts so that we can elaborate in future episodes. Helpful links: Free Ebook (The Guide To Foot Freedom) Free Training Shop TFC tools and training (Use the code R2E10 to save 10%)Natural Footwear Finder TFC Pro Directory Fountain - Earn money while you listen to our podcast Follow us: Instagram TikTok YouTube Facebook Music: Dream Chaser - Lunareh Written By - Wiriyapa Chansuwong Performed & Produced By - Lunareh

This week Nick speaks with Rina Harris who is a natural podiatrist from the United Kingdom They start by talking about Rina’s story about why she became a podiatrist and her journey towards discovering natural podiatry as an alternative to conventional podiatry. She talks about how her experience with pregnancy impacted her and reinforced the innate intelligence and capacity within her body. That insight led her to think differently about feet and ultimately shift how she practices podiatry. They talk about natural footwear, restoring function at the feet and how her current approach is based on education instead of orthotics. Finished with Rina sharing some words of wisdom with conventional podiatrists who might be looking to take a different path in their profession. Rina is a great storyteller. Nick really enjoyed this conversation with her and hopes you do as well. Helpful links: Free Ebook (The Guide To Foot Freedom) Free Training Shop TFC tools and training (Use the code R2E10 to save 10%)Natural Footwear Finder TFC Pro Directory Fountain - Earn money while you listen to our podcast Follow us: Instagram TikTok YouTube Facebook Music: Dream Chaser - Lunareh Written By - Wiriyapa Chansuwong Performed & Produced By - Lunareh