Train hard while treading lightly on the planet. The Vivobarefoot Primus Lite III is their latest hero trainer and its minimalist design lets your feet move in the most natural way possible. Start building strength for every run, walk and workout…
Made from recycled materials (free from animal products and vegan), reusing post-consumer plastic waste (sustainable), and helping to reduce their waste to landfill, Vivobarefoot is leading the charge for a cleaner planet. The Ortholite Performance Insole on the Primus Lite III is comprised of recycled PU foam, reducing waste and the use of virgin plastics. The Active Sole offers the most sensory underfoot experience, providing ultimate grip and durability on hard surfaces in urban environments. The signature 4mm thin sole puts the minimum material between your feet and the ground.
3 Key Features:
- WIDE – allows for healthy foot spread and natural stability
- THIN – enables you to feel more and move skillfully
- FLEXIBLE – builds foot strength and enable natural movement
Because all Vivobarefoot running shoes are true to the core minimalist (almost no cushioning), runners new to minimalist shoes please be sure to slowly migrate full time by alternating between lightly cushioned running shoes… you will experience calf pains or soreness for the first 3 to 6 months. I always recommended running in various terrains (asphalt, grass, gravel, dirt, etc.) in different shoes weekly to work different muscles and preventing injuries. Ultimate goal is sustainable injury free running. For additional details on minimalist running form, check out our sister site, the Natural Running Center.
“Moving to lower-drop or minimalist footwear should be a process, not an event. The muscles, tendons, and ligaments in your feet and legs need time to lengthen and strengthen. While adapting a little soreness is inevitable but you should not be in pain.”
Dr. Mark Cucuzzella, Run For Your Life
I’ve wear tested almost every model in the extensive VB Primus series (Primus Lite II Bio, Primus Lite, Primus Swim Run Boot SG, Primus Hi-Viz, Primus Lux WP, Primus Road) in the past decade – the Primus Lite III is probably the one model that matches my foot the closest! The shoe last used for making this version is likely identical to my foot 🙂
For working out in the gym, running on roads or trails (I recommend a Primus trail model for better grip), or just perfecting your running form, the VB Primus Lite III is a perfect minimalist running shoe to fine tune your form or training. It is also a nicely designed shoe that can be worn with jeans or slacks even in a business casual environment.
Minimalist shoes is the only tool for perfecting your injury-free running form, period. The VB Primus Lite III is another crucial tool in your fitness toolbox.
Available in various colorways from Vivobarefoot online (US) depending which country you live in – Obsidian, Deep Sea Blue, Bright White, Botanical Green.
