Are people still having the sinking effect? Is the problem from being barefoot or from wearing shoes?
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I've found that you only sink into the mat when barefoot. I don't notice any significant sinking when wearing shoes.
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Haven't experienced that...but then I'm always wearing shoes when I'm outside! Through my shoes, they don't feel any hotter than anywhere else on my property (driveway, slate sidewalks, etc.) BTW, they went through their first winter in great shape (and it was one unusual winter around here...coldest in decades, so temperature on my feet wasn't a consideration from November through April!) ...still look like I just installed them yesterday (I covered my 300 square foot deck with them). They were a bit expensive, but the finished look is worth it in my opinion. Even my neighbors and friends are impressed. Haven't experienced that...but then I'm always wearing shoes when I'm outside! Through my shoes, they don't feel any hotter than anywhere else on my property (driveway, slate sidewalks, etc.) BTW, they went through their first winter in great shape (and it was one unusual winter around here...coldest in decades, so temperature on my feet wasn't a consideration from November through April!) ...still look like I just installed them yesterday (I covered my 300 square foot deck with them). They were a bit expensive, but the finished look is worth it in my opinion. Even my neighbors... » Read More Haven't experienced that...but then I'm always wearing shoes when I'm outside! Through my shoes, they don't feel any hotter than anywhere else on my property (driveway, slate sidewalks, etc.) BTW, they went through their first winter in great shape (and it was one unusual winter around here...coldest in decades, so temperature on my feet wasn't a consideration from November through April!) ...still look like I just installed them yesterday (I covered my 300 square foot deck with them). They were a bit expensive, but the finished look is worth it in my opinion. Even my neighbors and friends are impressed. « Show Less
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Absolutely! You won't feel anything. Running or any activity shouldn't be a problem. They will just all the sudden start to peel. It isn't the prettiest process, so be prepared to not wear sandals for a few days.
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I do not know. I would give it a try. Are you addressing the footwear aspect too?
1226183
I guess it would depend on the feet. I don't like being barefoot because mine are tender, but this rubber mat is not to bad on them. I would think it would do fine under water.
1889668
you get used to it after awhile.....you might want to change the footwear you're using....there really is no way around it
648644
We've been using the one for just over a year with and without shoes (we now have 2, a 2nd generation mother's day gift because the other went over so well). I think the without happens more in the summer. The mat feels comfortable either way, but I will say it does feel great in bare feet. If i'm at the sink doing dishes i'm generally barefoot on the mat since I tend to splash the water. There is still no viable wear and tear with these mats.
464216
Your feet will probably still peel. Make sure you are soaking them once per day now, though.
1787476
The enclosed instructions specify that shoes should be worn while on the board. The bumps on its surface help to keep shoes from slipping. I have never slipped off. I would never try the board barefoot.
2178747
I have been wearing mine in my tennis shoes and they are worn nearly everyday. I received my pair about 2 months ago and still in great shape. I would say replace them if they start feeling flat under your feet or pain returns. You can check their website too for more specific information. I love mine though! :)
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Although my daughter has only used these in beach sand, I would imagine they would protect your feet for a period of time in the pool. However, it is material and not rubber or some other hard sole surface. Thus if the pool is considerably rough, the material would eventually deteriorate. I would recommend water shoes verses sand socks for very rough pool surfaces.
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I'd be concerned as you will be standing on the machine and stepping. The excersise to me feels like I am walking in deep sand at the beach.
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I would like to help. Not being an expert one has to refer to sources; http://www.i18nguy.com/l10n/shoes.htmlIt is a little wordy but the charts are good. Namasté.
264526
I usually have on tennis shoes when I stretch with the slant board. However, I have used the slant board while barefooted without a problem.
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I would say "Yes" although I have not used it barefoot. You can also place fleece or some comfortable/soft fabric on the top and put your feet on the fabric. The footrest is large enough that fabric with some weight would stay put on it.
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There is a little sinking, say if you were sitting in the edge. Not too much tho. And laying down is minimal. In all honestly, this mattress changed me and my fiancées life...
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sometimes i wear crocs, sometimes barefoot although it tells you to wear good tennis shoes, i don't hang completely upside down though, i use strap to prevent total inversion barefoot,