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professional shoes footcomfort for pros

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for pros by pros items information the classic footbed colour group white colour group blue colour group black pages 6-17 pages 7-9 pages 12-14 pages 16-17 the future is embedded in tradition foot health since 1774 the birkenstock® footbed unique wearing comfort pages 4-5 pages 10-11 the soft footbed colour group white colour group blue colour group black brown pages 18-24 pages 19 pages 20 pages 22-24 well-being begins at the feet relief for feet legs and back conceived by nature ­ made by birkenstock® walk naturally with birkenstock ® optimal weight distribution for natural walking action relaxed walking and standing pages 13 pages 15 the super-grip sole colour group white colour group black pages 26-30 pages 27-28 pages 30 pages 21 flexible durable and breathable pages 23 high-quality sustainable natural materials all of our leather styles are made from 2.8 3 mm thick high-quality calf leather and are labelled with the leather symbol freedom of movement for feet two-width system fit feet exercise for healthy feet the blue footbed birkenstock® comfort in every shoe after work give your feet a special treat constant compensation the history of birkenstock® history rich in tradition the birkenstock® licenced brands for leisure time city and work pages 25 pages 29 pages 31 pages 32-33 pages 34-35 pages 36-37 2 no liability for any errors or misprints birkenstock ® the right shoe for every foot

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for pros by pros dear reader every day our feet set new records they take 10,000 steps on average and have to bear the weight of our entire body while keeping it balanced at all times this is why it is important to pamper our feet regularly with the comfort they require the birkenstock ® footbed is based on the natural form of a healthy foot it provides support where it is required and leaves enough room for freedom of movement so you can enjoy every step you take in this catalogue we are presenting the birkenstock ® products you can wear while doing work that requires you to walk or stand the whole day for example in the first chapter we present a collection of models equipped with the classic birkenstock ® footbed for particularly sensitive feet we present several models with integrated soft footbeds on pages 18-24 an additional layer of foam padding is sandwiched between the flexible cork/latex core reinforced with durable natural jute and the suede footbed liner this insert always returns to its original soft form and therefore guarantees durable cushioning in the last section we present our models with super-grip soles these special soles consist of two components an intermediate sole with excellent shock-absorbing properties made of eva and an anti-slip outer sole made of rubber the outer sole is also oil and grease-resistant with it you enjoy the unique birkenstock ® comfort and are a confident step ahead in your profession if you are unable to wear our products at work every day you can always compensate by wearing birkenstock® in your leisure time ­ or use the blue footbed ® so you can enjoy birkenstock ® comfort in your other shoes we wish you a lot of fun with our catalogue best regards birkenstock orthopädie gmbh co kg birkenstock ® the right shoe for every foot 3

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g packagin l historica

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i the future is embedded in tradition the birkenstock® brand looks back at a history rich in tradition the company was first mentioned in a document in 1774 when johann adam birkenstock was listed in the church archives of the city of langen-bergheim as a `shoemaker and subject in this era shoemakers were also expected to produce custom-made shoes in 1896 birkenstock introduced a shoe last with a `heel as round as a ball and a moulded longitudinal arch to the market the idea was new and revolutionary because until that point shoemakers were only using metal inserts as foot supports many people were thrilled when they experienced the last s comfort the blue footbed is known around the world as an advanced development of this innovative idea at the beginning of the 1960s the family company proved its pioneering spirit again karl birkenstock developed the madrid fitness sandal which had the first flexible deep cork footbed in the world his invention marked the birth of today s comfort shoe market and the global success of the birkenstock® brand as well even today the footbed made of renewable raw materials is at the heart of all birkenstock® models as a family company birkenstock® enjoys looking back at its roots ­ while remembering to keep an eye on the future at all times versatile areas of specialisation and permanent new developments enable birkenstock® to set standards in the comfort shoe sector ­ even after more than 235 years the innovative developments from birkenstock® impressed the experts in the early days the footbed was given an award at the trade fair for the shoe industry in hanover germany in 1921

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guarantees natural comfort 1 2 3 4 5 1 suede footbed liner 2 upper jute layer 3 cork/latex core 4|lower jute layer 5|eva outer sole

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by pros for pros the classic footbed many people spend most of their day at work a lot of walking standing and running around is inevitable this is why birkenstock® recommends models with the classic footbed the contours of the birkenstock® footbed are designed to optimally support feet during their natural walking action the footbed is easy on the feet joints and back at the same time the shoes train the foot and leg muscles and contribute to good health since every person s feet have their own individual shape birkenstock® provides its deep footbed in two widths normal width for normal feet and narrow width for especially slender feet for an optimal fit the uppers are perfectly harmonised with the respective deep footbed width the models all have straps that can be adjusted to individually fit the feet of the person wearing them madrid white birko-flor® n item 0 40 73 1 s item 0 40 73 3 sz 35-46 ibiza white birko-flor® n item 0 41 73 1 s item 0 41 73 3 sz 35-43 mayari white birko-flor® n item 0 71 05 1 s item 0 71 05 3 sz 35-46 birkenstock ® the right shoe for every foot 7

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for pros by pros florida white birko-flor® n item 0 54 73 1 s item 0 54 73 3 sz 35-43 pisa white birko-flor® n item 0 75 73 1 s item 0 75 73 3 sz 35-43 rio white birko-flor® n item 0 31 73 1 s item 0 31 73 3 sz 35-43 bali white smooth leather n item 0 85 13 1 s item 0 85 13 3 sz 35-43 8 birkenstock ® the right shoe for every foot

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for pros by pros arizona white birko-flor® n item 0 51 73 1 s item 0 51 73 3 sz 35-48 arizona white smooth leather n item 0 51 13 1 s item 0 51 13 3 sz 35-50 milano white birko-flor® n item 0 34 73 1 s item 0 34 73 3 sz 35-46 boston white smooth leather n item 0 60 13 1 s item 0 60 13 3 sz 35-50 birkenstock ® the right shoe for every foot 9

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nstock the birke footbed 1 2 3 4 5 5 6 7

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i the birkenstock footbed 1 footbed edge deliberately elevated to protect the toes 2 toe bar guides the toes promoting the natural rolling movement of the foot edcba 3 cross arch support shifts pressure from the middle to the front of the foot 4 suede leather lining creates a healthy climate around the foot 5|inner and outer longitudinal arch supports gives the foot support and provides stability for the heel 6 deep heel cup gives the foot a firm hold and maintains the heel profile 7 cork latex footbed extremely flexible providing a uniquely high level of wearing comfort the cross section there is a soft anatomically shaped cork latex core between the two jute layers the lower jute layer provides stability while the upper denser jute layer absorbs moisture layering these together along with the suede leather lining ensures an optimum climate for your feet and unsurpassed wearing comfort a suede footbed liner b upper jute layer c cork/latex core d lower jute layer e eva outsole

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for pros by pros madrid navy birko-flor®-nubuck n item 0 40 12 1 s item 0 40 12 3 sz 35-46 ibiza navy birko-flor®-nubuck n item 0 41 02 1 s item 0 41 02 3 sz 35-43 pisa blue birko-flor® n item 0 75 80 1 s item 0 75 80 3 sz 35-43 florida blue birko-flor® n item 0 54 75 1 s item 0 54 75 3 sz 35-43 12 birkenstock ® the right shoe for every foot

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i well-being starts the right stand for a healthy posture at your feet what do healthy feet have to do with our well-being often quite a lot because our feet provide us with the basis for healthy posture they bear the weight of our entire body while maintaining a constant state of balance with every step we take they compensate for uneven surfaces but when a lack of movement the wrong shoes or improper weight-bearing has a negative cervical spine impact on our foot system this triggers a chain reaction all of the body s axes ­ from the foot knee and hip joints to the lumbar and cervical spine areas ­ end up lumbar spine out of balance the possible consequences are back knee and hip problems as well as shoulder pain and headaches hip joint but actually it isn t that difficult to do something good for our feet because with the flexible birkenstock® footbed we train our feet with every step we take the toe bar triggers a gripping reflex that knee joint makes the toes and calf muscles tense up then the muscles relax again this constant alternation between muscles relaxing and tensing exercises your feet and legs and stimulates the blood circulation in addition it ankle tones the connective tissue and strengthens the soles of your feet which act as `shock absorbers this all make sure that your feet have a natural correct position and improves the posture of your entire body ultimately it leads to improved well-being elasti-gang is one of the many patents that birkenstock® has registered the shoe insert was designed to support the metatarsal bones in particular.

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for pros by pros arizona antique dark blue natural leather n item 3 52 22 1 s item 3 52 22 3 sz 35-46 arizona blue smooth leather n item 0 51 15 1 s item 0 51 15 3 sz 35-50 arizona blue birko-flor® n item 0 51 75 1 s item 0 51 75 3 sz 35-48 milano blue birko-flor® n item 0 34 75 1 s item 0 34 75 3 sz 35-48 boston blue smooth leather n item 0 60 15 1 s item 0 60 15 3 sz 35-48 boston antique dark blue natural leather n item 0 59 11 1 s item 0 59 11 3 sz 35-46 14 birkenstock ® the right shoe for every foot

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i total weight of the body is supported by only 3 points hard ground conceived by nature ­ made by birkenstock® by their very nature feet are made for walking barefoot on resilient uneven natural grounds such as soil sand and grass these versatile and varied surfaces make a significant contribution to the natural function of our feet since they train all parts of the foot in a completely natural manner the feet create a footprint in the ground for themselves this allows people to stand securely and firmly so that they do not fall over in any direction in addition the body s weight is evenly distri pressure is distributed across the length of the sole nature ground buted across the entire length of the sole the toes are particularly important they function like a gripper and guarantee a secure walking action because feet constantly create footprints and walking across natural ground requires a rolling movement their musculature receives a constant massage this exercises the foot and calf muscles and promotes the circulation of blood unfortunately this natural way of exercising the foot is not possible on today s hard flooring and pavement birkenstock® footbeds make use of the principle behind walking barefoot they are based on the natural print a foot leaves in the sand which makes them function just like walking barefoot their was inspired by the natural footprint the footbed contours are designed to optimally support feet when they are walking naturally the footbed is easy on the feet joints and back at the same time it trains the foot and leg musculature the name birkenstock ® has always stood for expertise in the area of foot health in 1935 birkenstock ® took out a patent on the word `footbed as a designation for its flexible shoe inserts based on a natural footprint.

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