How do you soften a Birkenstock footbed?
How do you soften a Birkenstock footbed?
You can soak your sandals for around 30 minutes in a bucket of water. Soaking your sandals in the water will soften the rubber material and allow it to follow the natural curves of your feet.
Why are my Birkenstocks so hard?
You might now be asking, “Gina Mama, why does it take so long to break-in Birkenstocks?” It takes time because you need to allow your feet and body to gradually adjust to the support, straps, and buckles. In addition, the cork footbed needs to soften over time.
Is Birkenstock soft footbed better than original?
The misconception a lot of people have with the soft footbed is that it is incredibly soft like a trainer or a sports shoe, this is not necessarily true. It is softer than the standard footbed, however it still provides a sturdier footbed experience which is vital to the health benefits inherent in Birkenstocks.
Do Birkenstocks have stiff soles?
The flexible barefoot shoes (left) let me move through my range of motion effortlessly. The Birkenstocks (right) are so stiff I have to rock forward to get up on my toes. We cross over our toes with every step, so it’s easy to imagine how that stiff sole can affect your gait.
