Natural Growing

BIOMECHANICS MAKES US RESPECTFUL OF THE FOOT, WE ARE:

Natural Growing

For more than 25 years, biomechanics has guided us in the creation of our shoes, which respect how children’s feet grow, develop, and move. We design from science—and that’s why we carry it in our name.

BIOMECHANICS MAKES US RESPECTFUL OF THE FOOT, WE ARE:

For more than 25 years, biomechanics has guided us in the creation of our shoes, which respect how children’s feet grow, develop, and move. We design from science—and that’s why we carry it in our name.

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ACCORDING TO BIOMECHANICS…

¿Cómo debe ser un calzado adecuado?

(BAREFOOT OR NOT)

For us, science and the Institute of Biomechanics (IBV) give us the keys to designing suitable, respectful footwear for their feet; because feet need freedom and respect, yes—but also quality, fit, protection, comfort, and durability. And for us, bringing all of this together in our footwear, so your little ones can grow with it, is the most natural thing.

ACCORDING TO BIOMECHANICS…

(BAREFOOT OR NOT)

For us, science and the Institute of Biomechanics (IBV) give us the keys to designing suitable, respectful footwear for their feet; because feet need freedom and respect, yes—but also quality, fit, protection, comfort, and durability. And for us, bringing all of this together in our footwear, so your little ones can grow with it, is the most natural thing.

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El contrafuerte impide el movimiento natural. Al eliminarlo, quisimos que el calzado Biomecanics no fuese inestable. Por eso, diseñamos un estabilizador exterior, muy flexible y que permite el movimiento libre del niño.

JUAN CARLOS GONZÁLEZ
Director innovación área del calzado
Instituto de Biomecánica (IBV)
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La correcta elección del calzado en la etapa infantil debe estar apoyada y sustentada en la presencia de una evidencia científica, más que en tendencias, modas o corrientes.

FRAN MONZÓ
Podólogo
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La horma evolutiva es un diseño único de Biomecanics. Realizamos un estudio con más de 2000 niños. Escaneamos sus pies en 3D y obtuvimos las herramientas para diseñarla.

CLARA SOLVES
Project Manager e investigadora
en (IBV)
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The heel counter restricts natural movement. By removing it, we wanted Biomecanics footwear to remain stable. That’s why we designed a very flexible external stabilizer that allows children to move freely.

Choosing the right footwear during childhood should be supported by scientific evidence rather than trends, fashions, or passing movements.

The evolutive last is a unique Biomecanics design. We carried out a study with more than 2,000 children, scanned their feet in 3D, and gained the tools needed to design it.
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The heel counter restricts natural movement. By removing it, we wanted Biomecanics footwear to remain stable. That’s why we designed a highly flexible external stabilizer that allows children to move freely.

JUAN CARLOS GONZÁLEZ

Director of Innovation, Footwear Area
Institute of Biomechanics (IBV)

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Choosing the right children’s footwear is key to healthy foot development. Biomecanics allows us to support each stage while respecting natural growth.

FRAN MONZÓ

Podiatrist

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Footwear design should support children, not limit them. That’s why we analyze every movement to offer stability without sacrificing freedom.

CLARA SOLVES

Project Manager and Biomechanics Researcher (IBV)

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Estas son las claves de la biomecánica:
ESTRUCTURA MÍNIMA FUNCIONAL Es necesaria para acompañar el movimiento del pie y evitar que descalone. Para eliminar el contrafuerte, patentamos un estabilizador lateral que da sujeción sin rigidez.
DROP Es la diferencia de altura entre el talón y la parte delantera del zapato. En la infancia, lo ideal es un calzado plano y flexible, con drop cercano a 0 mm.
HORMA Sus pies no crecen de manera lineal a lo largo y a lo ancho. Nuestra HORMA EVOLUTIVA garantiza que el interior del zapato tiene el espacio necesario en cada talla.
AJUSTE Para que el zapato quede perfectamente ajustado al ancho de cada pie, debe contar con cierres adaptables.
CONFORT ERGONÓMICO Para ello, nuestras costuras están aplanadas en el interior para evitar rozaduras y las lengüetas acolchadas para evitar fricción.
CONFORT TÉRMICO Los materiales deben ser transpirables, la plantilla además antibacteriana. Nuestra tecnología ALWAYS DRY en la plantilla permite que absorba y seque más rápido.
CONFORT DINÁMICO La tecnología de nuestras suelas absorben y devuelven energía en cada paso, reduciendo la sensación de rigidez y aumentando la comodidad durante la marcha.
SUELA FLEXIBLE Y LIGERA Protegen, amortiguan, dan estabilidad y permiten el movimiento libre con flexibilidad y ligereza.
Minimal functional structure
MINIMAL FUNCTIONAL STRUCTURE

It is necessary to support the movement of the foot and prevent heel slippage. To eliminate the heel counter, we patented a lateral stabilizer that provides support without rigidity.

Drop
DROP

This is the height difference between the heel and the front of the shoe. In childhood, the ideal option is flat and flexible footwear, with a drop close to 0 mm.

Last
LAST

Feet do not grow in a linear way, either in length or width. Our EVOLUTIVE LAST ensures that the inside of the shoe provides the necessary space at every size.

Fit
FIT

For the shoe to fit perfectly to the width of each foot, it must feature adjustable fastening systems.

ERGONOMIC COMFORT

To achieve this, our seams are flattened on the inside to prevent chafing, and the tongues are padded to avoid friction.

THERMAL COMFORT

Materials must be breathable, and the insole should also be antibacterial. Our ALWAYS DRY insole technology allows it to absorb moisture and dry faster.

DYNAMIC COMFORT

To achieve this, our seams are flattened on the inside to prevent chafing, and the tongues are padded to avoid friction.

FLEXIBLE AND LIGHTWEIGHT SOLE

They protect, cushion, provide stability, and allow free movement with flexibility and lightness.

At Biomecanics, we listen to professionals, specialists, mums and dads to design our footwear. This listening, together with biomechanics, inspires our technology, resulting in an entire collection that respects the natural growth of children’s feet at every stage.

Dentro de un Biomecanics hay mucha ciencia
Diseñamos desde la ciencia para que tu elijas desde tu instinto

At Biomecanics, we listen to professionals, specialists, mums and dads to design our footwear. This listening, together with biomechanics, inspires our technology, resulting in an entire collection that respects the natural growth of children’s feet at every stage.

Dentro de un Biomecanics hay mucha ciencia
Diseñamos desde la ciencia para que tú elijas desde tu instinto

QUESTIONS WE ALL ASK AS MUMS AND DADS
WHEN CHOOSING CHILDREN’S FOOTWEAR

QUESTIONS WE ALL ASK AS MUMS AND DADS
WHEN CHOOSING CHILDREN’S FOOTWEAR

Why is biomechanics important in children’s footwear?
Biomechanics in children’s footwear is important because it protects foot development. It has been proven that shoes influence stability, walking speed, and environmental perception. Poor design can hinder a child’s progress.
What is essential in proper children’s footwear?
It should have a last suited to the child’s stage of development to avoid pressure on the toes and instep, be stable at the heel to prevent slipping, flexible, breathable, and feature a good fastening system.

At Biomecanics, we study the feet of thousands of children at different stages and design our evolutive last taking into account that the foot grows not only in length but also in width. For greater comfort, all our seams are flattened and tongues are padded to avoid pressure.
How do you choose the right shoe size for children?
To choose the correct size, measure the child’s foot on the ground from heel to toe and make sure there is between 0.5 and 1 cm of free space inside the shoe. This allowance prevents chafing and allows for natural foot growth. More information can be found in the size guide.

Keep in mind that the allowance should not be much greater to avoid internal foot movement.
How often should a child’s shoe size be changed?
According to pediatricians and children’s footwear experts, children increase shoe size quickly but not at a constant rate. The approximate size change by age is:
· Under 15 months: one size every 4 months.
· 15–24 months: one size every 6 months.
· 24–36 months: one size every 8 months.
Check regularly whether the toes touch the front or if the shoe feels tight. A good tip is to remove the insole to see where the toes leave a mark.
Is it a good idea to buy shoes one size bigger so they last longer?
No. Shoes that are too big can cause instability, falls, and improper gait. The recommended space should always be respected, but not exceeded.
Is it advisable for children to inherit used shoes?
It’s not ideal. Footwear adapts to the previous child’s gait and may affect posture or cause discomfort for the next wearer.
How can you tell if a shoe is too small for a child?
Common signs:
· Pressed or deformed toes.
· Redness or chafing.
· The child asks to “take the shoe off.”
· Unusual walking or dragging feet.
A good trick is to remove the insole and check where the toes leave a mark.
Why is it important for children’s shoes to be breathable?
Children’s feet sweat more than adults’. Breathable materials help prevent bad odors, moisture, fungi, and chafing. Removing the insole after use to air the shoe is highly recommended.
What shoes are recommended for first steps?
For babies and first steps, it is recommended to have protection for outdoor use, high-quality materials, and a design that allows natural motor development without interfering with balance or proprioception.

We recommend our Biogateo line, with biomechanical design for this stage combining crawling and first steps: wide toe box, flexible sole, zero drop, lightweight, natural materials, a “U”-shaped notch to avoid pressure on the Achilles tendon, and flattened seams.
What should you do if a shoe causes chafing?
Check the size, shape, and materials. If the shoes are new, let the child wear them for short periods at first. If the issue persists, the shoe is probably not suitable. In summer, for sensitive skin, it’s advisable to wear sandals with socks during the first few days.
What type of footwear is Biomecanics?
At Biomecanics, we believe every family should be free to choose the type of footwear for their child—always with the confidence that it is healthy and respectful of development.

That’s why all our models are respectful and healthy for feet and consider key biomechanical principles. Whichever model you choose, you can rest assured that all our footwear is designed and endorsed by the Institute of Biomechanics (IBV) and carries the Podologic seal.
Is the heel counter bad?
The heel counter is a structural element located inside the heel of the shoe, used to provide support and stability. Its shape and material may vary.

At Biomecanics, we remove the traditional heel counter and replace it with an external lateral stabilizer, maintaining stability without restricting movement. This unique technological innovation was achieved thanks to biomechanical research carried out together with the Institute of Biomechanics (IBV).
Does suitable children’s footwear always have to be barefoot?
Not always. Each foot has specific needs that should be assessed. Shoes that are too soft can cause instability (the “flip-flop effect”) in certain foot types and activities. Feet need freedom, yes—but also a minimum functional structure.