Courtney Conley, chiropractor on barefoot shoes | Be Lenka

Dr. Courtney Conley

Chiropractor, Author, Expert on Foot Health and Gait Mechanics

Exclusive Be Lenka Foot Health Expert

Dr. Courtney Conley

Based in Lakewood, Colorado, USA

Be Lenka is proud to partner with one of the world’s leading authorities on foot and gait health, an international educator and national bestselling author.

Dr. Conley holds a Doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine and two Bachelor’s degrees in Kinesiology and Human Biology. With nearly 25 years of clinical practice, she has worked with professional athletes from organizations including the Phoenix Suns, New York Yankees, Cleveland Browns, New York Giants, and San Francisco 49ers.

Her book, Walk, hit both the USA Today and Amazon bestseller lists, resonating with readers eager to understand the profound connection between foot function and whole-body health. Success of her book The Walk has brought Dr. Conley to some of the most respected platforms in health and wellness media, including appearances on The Peter Attia Drive Podcast, Diary of a CEO, Feel Better, Live More with Dr. Rangan Chatterjee, as well as national television features on CBS Mornings and Fox & Friends.

Dr. Conley is the founder of Gait Happens, where she pursues her passion for helping as many people as possible reclaim their foot function. She is also a founding member of the Healthy Foot Alliance, an international team of practitioners dedicated to promoting the benefits of natural footwear, preventing unnecessary surgeries, and improving foot function to create a stable foundation from the ground up.

She has also collaborated with medical experts across the country, addressing complex foot and gait challenges at the highest level of performance. She currently serves as Head of Patient Care at Total Health Solutions and Total Health Performance in Lakewood, Colorado – premier clinics known for comprehensive, rehabilitation-focused patient care where she is committed to helping people improve their lives one step at a time.

www.drcourtneyconley.com www.gaithappens.com @gaithappens / @drcourtneyconley

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The highest standards

As a former ballet dancer and triathlete, Dr. Courtney Conley struggled with foot pain for many years: “I am very conscious of the footwear that I select. Be Lenka has been my favourite brand from the beginning because it meets the highest standards.”

Foot awareness

Strong feet start with awareness. Simple toe exercises activate your arch and improve stability.

Ideal for the gym

Barefoot shoes by Be Lenka can help you train more effectively. When your toes have space to move freely, your feet can better feel the ground and support balance and stability.

Be Lenka shoes provide an optimal environment to get stronger from the ground up.

A wide toe-box means your toes are not being squeezed. They can splay and spread freely inside the shoe. In my opinion, Be Lenka has the best wide toe-box in the world.

Another thing you want is for your foot and toes to be on the same plane, so the foot can stay properly balanced when it is on the ground.

With zero drop and a flexible sole, Be Lenka shoes allow your feet to feel the ground and move naturally. They can use all 33 joints that are crucial for efficient walking.

Wide toe box. Zero drop. Thin, flexible sole.

Walking is one of the most underestimated yet accessible ways to support your health. But how your body benefits from walking depends greatly on what you wear on your feet. Be Lenka footwear allows your feet to move, stabilize and build strength from the ground up. This brand follows the key non-negotiable principles of healthy barefoot footwear.

It is very important that you select the right footwear when you are wearing toe spacers. This is why Be Lenka is my favourite choice from the beginning.

Dr. Courtney Conley

Exclusive Be Lenka Foot Health Expert

Dr. Conley recommends

“Rebound sneaker is an ideal everyday shoe — lightweight, comfortable and designed with a generous wide toe box, a thin flexible sole and an authentic barefoot feel. Futura is a design-forward sneaker you can wear in the city, even on concrete. I love the look. It is my dress shoe. I can walk around the city, go to a concert, and I am cool enough to hang out with my teenage daughter. Promenade sandal is one of the best barefoot options for summer.”