Season 2 | Special Guest Series #17: Delaney Smith, Founder of Minnemals Barefoot Shoes, Gait Analysis and Muscle Activation Technique Practitioner

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Summary

In this episode of the Stretch2Go podcast, Ian Ray interviews Delaney Smith, the founder of Minnemals, a brand specializing in barefoot shoes.

Delaney shares her journey into the barefoot shoe industry, discussing her background in muscle activation techniques and gait analysis. She explains the design process behind her shoes, emphasizing the importance of foot strength and sensory stimulation. The conversation also covers the challenges of transitioning to barefoot shoes, the growth of her business, and the future of the barefoot shoe industry. Delaney highlights the need for greater awareness of foot health and the benefits of minimalist footwear.

Takeaways

Delaney's journey into the barefoot shoe industry was organic and driven by client experiences.

Foot strength and stimulation are crucial for overall body mechanics.

The design of Minnemals shoes aims to be aesthetically pleasing while maintaining functionality.

Transitioning to barefoot shoes can vary greatly among individuals.

Delaney emphasizes the importance of educating clients about foot health.

The barefoot shoe industry is seeing a resurgence towards more natural footwear.

Delaney plans to expand her product line to include kids' shoes.

Partnerships with local sports teams have helped grow her brand.

Social media is a key tool for raising awareness about Minimals.

The future of barefoot shoes involves more education and gradual adaptation for users.

Titles

Exploring the World of Barefoot Shoes

Delaney Smith: A Journey into Minimalism

Sound bites

"Strength with every step"

"I want to have a kids line"

"The foot has been neglected"

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Barefoot Shoes and Delaney's Journey

05:30 Benefits of Barefoot Shoes

11:11 Business Growth and Partnerships

16:06 Creating Awareness for Minnemals

You can follow Delaney and book a MAT session by contacting below:

Insta: @minnemals @mnmuscleactivation

Website: www.minnemals.com, www.mnmuscleactivation.com

Email: [e-mail], [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

Location: 4570 W 77th St #223 Edina, MN 55435

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