A low or zero heel-to-toe drop is the main characteristic of a minimalist shoe. When the drop is near or at zero mm, it is called a Zero Drop shoe. A high heel-to-toe drop would almost always disqualify a shoe from being considered minimalist. Some safety-rated work boots do exist, but manufacturers will need to improve supply considering the increasing demand for Zero Drop footwear. After spending a long time in the wilderness learning that the only possible shoes are the barefoot ones I found this "mythical" person in England living shoemaker who believes in life lasting quality.. If you’re not ready to go for Zero Drop work boots, there is footwear out there that has a reduced drop. You might want to follow this type of transition if you are not ready to make a more drastic choice.

For those who prefer a Zero Drop work boot, choices are still limited when compared to the rest of the footwear industry.

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Wearing Zero Drop boots for shorter periods of time initially and then gradually increasing these periods until you arrive at the duration of your work shift. Large Toe Box. Zero drop footwear features ample room for toes to spread and support more of your body weight during movement. Your feet will remain dry thanks to Lems’ waterproofing of 100% full-grain leather that is oiled and then treated to repel water. The manufacturer does recommend waterproof waxing 3 times per year. The Zero Drop work boot will maintain an equal distance from the ground for both the heel and the ball of your foot. This type of work boot can be found with a steel toe or protective toe cap, although more difficult.

Minimalist shoes give the feet the maximum amount of freedom for movement and sensation while still giving you some underfoot protection. The toe box is not a safety toe or reinforced, and the upper boot may be somewhat thinner when compared to other brands. Not really. While minimalist footwear and work boots will be Zero Drop in design, the reverse is not necessarily true. Not all Zero Drop work boots will be minimalist. The Benefits of Zero Drop Work Boots Try sitting on your bed with only your feet hanging over the edge. Point your toes to the ceiling. Feel the pull in your calf muscles or in the heel of your foot? You’re probably not used to zero drop footwear. Zero Drop BootsThese safety boots are slip-resistant and resistant to electrical hazards. They rise to over the ankle for good protective coverage. Flexible, they offer a spacious toe box. Designed to provide unbeatable comfort, the pair also comes with well-cushioned insoles that are removable, allowing you to customize the way these hiking boots will accommodate your feet. This footwear, which may also be referred to as a minimalist, barefoot, or naturalist footwear, will position the ball of the foot and the heel at the same distance from the ground. This distance can measure as minimal as a single millimeter. Safety Specs: steel toe (200 joules) with scratch-resistant toe cap; penetration-resistant, metal-free, nonslip, and oil- and petrol-resistant outsole (P, SRC, FO); energy absorption around heel (E); antistatic protection (A). Safety shoe certified in accordance with EN ISO 20345:2011