Is it better to walk on the beach in shoes or barefoot?

Many people prefer to walk barefoot on the beach, but if you're going to be out for a while, shoes should be worn. And we don't mean flip-flops! Wearing flimsy sandals or no shoes at all can increase your risk of injury since the feet and ankles aren't supported.



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Many people prefer to walk barefoot on the beach, but if you're going to be out for a while, shoes should be worn. And we don't mean flip-flops! Wearing flimsy sandals or no shoes at all can increase your risk of injury since the feet and ankles aren't supported.

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If you are going for a longer walk, you should wear protective and comfortable water shoes, athletic shoes, or athletic sandals that will support and guide your feet. Footwear will also protect your feet from glass, metal, or sharp rocks that may be hidden in the sand.

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Another consideration: Should you go barefoot? Kennihan suggests running with shoes on if you're just starting beach runs. Shoes provide the ankle support and stability you will need on the constantly shifting sand, she says.

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Walking barefoot on sand and taking breaks while standing in the water will massage the soles of your feet. The motion activates venous and lymphatic circulation, making your feet feel nice and relaxed. No need for a fancy foot scrub. Walking on sand will exfoliate dead skin cells and make your feet feel softer.

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Similar to how sticking a single foot out of the sheets can help cool you off in bed, keeping water shoes on your feet can help keep your feet warm and take a bit of the bite out of a cold swim. Similarly, if the beach is too hot, water shoes have great breathability and can help keep feet cool.

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All this sunlight causes your body temperature to increase, and since your body is working hard to stay cool, you're losing fluids and salts through sweating. Which leaves you dehydrated — one of the primary symptoms of which is fatigue.

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Walking on sand will exfoliate dead skin cells and make your feet feel softer. There's nothing more relaxing than strolling near the water and listening to the sounds of the ocean. Leave the shoes at home to symbolize leaving your cares behind.

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All you need are three pairs of shoes. If you're going to a beach destination throw in a flip-flop for the beach. They don't take up much room and it stops stubborn sand from permeating your everyday sandals.

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