Many men still believe expressing emotions is a weakness, leading to struggles with depression and even suicide. In reality, speaking up is an act of courage that can save lives. The mission is to create a world where everyone feels brave enough to share their story.
The Barefoot Dutchman
Veteran walked 3100 Miles Barefoot
LA to NYC for Men’s Mental Health
because every minute we lose a man to suicide
The world record has been reached, but the mission continues. Let’s speak up, donate, and save lives.
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raised of
$ 250,000 goal
lives saved
of 10 000
Help Raise Funds for Men’s Mental Health!
During my walk I’m raising funds for men’s mental health. The donations will go to the following
foundations: Movember, Mind and Brave Men Talk Foundation. Help me to finish the walk and save
lives.
For every $25 we can include a man in one of the programs to prevent suicide.
Challenge progress
3170 miles
100%
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- 2000 miles
- 3170 miles
Los Angeles
Start
Vegas
330 miles
Denver
1190 miles
Kansas
1900 miles
St.Louis
2190 miles
Indianapolis
2430 miles
Columbus
2640 miles
Pittsburgh
2840 miles
New York
3170 miles
Barefoot walk for a cause
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Movember focuses on men's mental health, emphasizing prevention, early intervention, and awareness. Its goal is to reduce male suicide rates by funding community-based programs.
MIND (NL) advocates for mental health works to prevent psychological suffering. It provides free, anonymous 30-minute counseling sessions.
Brave Men Talk Foundation Brave Men Talk Foundation raises awareness of men's mental health struggles. Anton leads by example, sharing his story through speeches, and extreme barefoot walks to inspire openness and raise funds.
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After struggling mentally, Anton felt compelled to change the narrative and began his mission in 2019. Through extreme barefoot walks, he raises awareness and funds for important causes.
Brave Men Talk: Why Barefoot?
Going barefoot is a form of self-care with mental health benefits, reducing stress and anxiety by connecting with the ground. It stimulates nerve endings. This method supports brain health and cognitive function.
Barebarics designs barefoot sneakers with modern technology, ergonomic design, and flexible zero-drop soles. We proudly support Anton’s mission to challenge the stigma of men’s mental health, committed to improving well-being with every step.
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Meet Anton Nootenboom
Meet Anton Nootenboom
A 37 year old Dutch army veteran and mental health advocate.
He spent 10 years in the army, with 3 missions to Afghanistan.
Overcoming depression and suicide, he found solace in a barefoot lifestyle.
In 2019, he began extreme barefoot walks to raise awareness about men's mental health.
He believes in the power of sharing personal stories to create a safe space for others.
Together with Barebarics - Barefoot sneakers, he launched platform #BraveMenTalk to reduce depression and suicide rates to zero.
He is a former owner of the Guinness World Record for the longest barefoot hike in 2021, conquering 1800+ miles along the East coast of Australia.
In February 2024, Anton set out to break his own record by walking barefoot across the United States. He began a new Guinness World Record attempt in LA, at Santa Monica Beach, on February 17, 2024. His journey spanned the entire length of the USA, finishing in NYC on November 2nd, 2024.