Season 2 | Special Guest Series #16: Mick Baker, Co-Founder of Spacer Mobility and Nunorm Shoes

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_____________________________________________________In this episode of the Stretch2Go podcast, host Ian Ray welcomes Mick Baker, co-founder of Spacer Mobility and Nunorm Shoes, to discuss the journey of building a business around foot health and mobility. They explore the importance of strong feet, the development of innovative products like the Rock Mat and ToeSpacer, and the impact of footwear on overall health. Mick shares insights into the challenges and successes of creating a company focused on education and authentic engagement with customers.

Keywords

Spacer Mobility, Nunorm Shoes, foot health, mobility, barefoot shoes, Rock Mat, ToeSpacer, strong feet, footwear, health

• Strong feet are crucial for overall health and mobility.
• Spacer Mobility started by addressing foot issues in CrossFit athletes.
• The Rock Mat was inspired by Hong Kong's pebble paths for proprioception.
• Barefoot shoes offer a sleek, modern look while supporting foot health.
• Transitioning to barefoot shoes requires gradual adaptation.
• Mick Baker emphasizes authentic engagement with customers.
• Spacer Mobility collaborates with experts to develop products.
• Foot strength can prevent common injuries like plantar fasciitis.
• Education is key to changing perceptions about foot health.
• Spacer Mobility's team grew organically through shared interests.

Chapters

• 00:00:00 Introduction to Mick Baker
• 00:03:00 The Birth of Spacer Mobility
• 00:09:00 Innovative Foot Health Products
• 00:15:00 The Barefoot Shoe Movement
• 00:21:00 Building a Community and Team