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Strengthen your posture with every step.

Are you finding it increasingly cumbersome to choose the stairs, or feeling fatigue in your knees and back after standing for long periods? While it may be challenging to carve out time for special exercise, you can certainly reconsider the everyday act of "walking." The KISUMU CLASSIC from MBT (Masai Barefoot Technology), a conditioning shoe brand from Switzerland, is a training shoe that engages the muscles that support your posture simply by wearing it and walking.

Wobbling to Activate Posture-Supporting Muscles

The sole of the KISUMU CLASSIC incorporates a unique curved structure that has been patented worldwide, recreating the wobbling instability you experience when walking on soft ground, even on firm pavement. As your body responds to this instability, muscles that are often overlooked during regular walking begin to engage. Research examining muscle activity during actual walking in the KISUMU CLASSIC has shown a reduction in tension in the shin muscles, while an increase in the activity of the calf and gluteal muscles has been observed. In other words, this training sandal allows you to efficiently engage the muscles that should be used during walking while alleviating fatigue in the shins.

Therefore, it is crucial to have a secure fit, and the KISUMU CLASSIC features a three-point multi-strap system that allows for independent adjustments around the instep and ankle. Whether wearing them barefoot or with socks, you can ensure a snug fit tailored to your feet, providing peace of mind.

The footbed is made from a suede-like microfiber that has been treated to be antibacterial and odor-resistant. Even in the warmer seasons when you spend more time barefoot, you can comfortably wear them all day without worrying about sweat or odors, thanks to this thoughtful attention to detail.

Inspired by the natural walking style and beautiful posture of the nomadic Maasai people, the KISUMU CLASSIC was born from several years of research. It supports posture and body conditioning through walking, making it an easy addition to your foot training routine.



Shoes Inspired by the Walking Style of the Maasai

MBT (Masai Barefoot Technology) was founded in 1996 by Swiss mechanical engineer Karl Müller. Suffering from severe knee and back pain, Müller noticed one day that his pain lessened after walking barefoot on soft soil. He wondered if he could recreate that sensation on hard asphalt and turned his attention to the Maasai people, who possess a natural walking style and beautiful posture. After several years of research, he developed a unique curved sole that creates a natural instability with each step. The name MBT (Masai Barefoot Technology) encapsulates this origin story.