Prevolve Footwear blog

Field notes from our Kent, WA workshop — foot health, footwear science, training guides, and what we learn building 3D-printed custom fit boots one athlete at a time.

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Why Hasn't Anyone Studied Barefoot Training for American Football?

There's solid research showing barefoot training builds foot strength and stability in football players — but almost nothing for American football. We ask why that gap exists, what the closest...

Football Boot Comfort and Performance. Choose Better

Football boots have been engineered and sold around the idea that performance gains come from features like reduced weight, thinner uppers, or more aggressive stud configurations. Sports science literature has...

Foot Strength Level Guide

When it comes to crafting the perfect pair of boots, one size—or one design—doesn't fit all. At Prevolve Footwear, we believe your shoes should complement your unique foot strength and...

What Metatarsal Pads Actually Do

A small foam pad under the front of your arch that reminds it to do its job. How metpads work, the five training levels, and how to start without wrecking...

Toe Spacers, Printed to Your Toes

Most toe spacers are one-size silicon blanks. Ours are 3D printed from your foot scan, sized to each gap, and slim enough to wear in a shoe. Here is why...