I've been walking barefoot in Vibram shoes for many years, but it takes a bit of a toll on my feet. These shoes fit the bill as they offer a little more cushioning but share the same zero-drop design. Also a nice added bonus is that you can wear socks with them in cold weather and your feet won't get cold when running in cold winters. I like this a lot as Vibram has no insulation and their winter boots are very expensive. These shoes have held up well and I would buy them again and probably will when they wear out.