Dr. Emily Splichal: Foot Health is the Gateway to Improved Performance and Cognitive Function

View This Week's Show NotesStart Your 7-Day Trial to Mobility CoachJoin Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The AmbushWant to know the real deal about fixing feet and unlocking performance? Join renowned functional podiatrist Dr. Emily Splichal as we dive into barefoot living, foot health myths, and how your feet can impact everything from athletic performance to daily movement. In this episode of The Ready State podcast, Kelly and Juliet Starrett explore why foot strength and sensory stimulation are game-changers for balance, posture, and long-term health. Discover simple exercises, the truth about orthotics, and how to optimize your foot function for better performance at any age. Whether you're an athlete, a parent, or just curious about barefooting, this conversation will change how you think about your feet. Don't miss it!✅ What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhy your feet are the gateway to brain-body performanceHow modern shoes are de-training your nervous systemThe difference between flat feet and weak feetWhat barefoot stimulation does for balance, posture, and gaitWhy slippers and house shoes are secretly ruining your feetThe five-minute foot protocol Dr. Emily recommends to everyoneHow sensory stacking supercharges rehab and performanceWhy your glutes, diaphragm, pelvic floor, and feet are one systemThe truth about barefoot hygiene (hint: your feet are cleaner than your hands)Key Highlights: 00:00 - Intro00:50 - Laird Superfood03:14 - Foot Obsession: Why It Matters07:36 - Becoming a Functional Podiatrist11:27 - Naboso Technology17:45 - Understanding Neuroplasticity20:25 - Sensory Stacking Explained21:54 - Issues with Maximalist Shoes25:25 - Use Cases for Maximalist Shoes28:45 - Foot Care Essentials32:43 - LMNT Overview35:20 - Daily Foot Program Benefits38:31 - Flat Feet and Orthotics Discussion46:10 - Dr. Emily's New Book: Sensory Sapiens Insights48:20 - Benefits of Being Barefoot49:55 - Disease Risks of Barefoot Walking55:15 - Dosing Barefoot Training57:30 - Naboso Footbed Features60:47 - Kids' Foot Health66:21 - Offense vs Defense in Foot Health68:00 - Understanding ACL Tears71:45 - Resources for ACL Recovery74:00 - Finding Dr. EmilySponsorsThis episode of The Ready State Podcast is brought to you by Laird Superfood, Momentous, and LMNT.