Shape-ups, Fit Flops, etc.

Art_Teacher · Sat Jul 31, 2010 5:25 pm

Just wondering if anyone has tried these shoes and if they work? I found a deal at Target with their brand for $24 (as opposed to the $100 some other brands want), and I'm hoping they will help the jiggle in my walk a little.

I walk Paisley anyway, so I might as well get some more out of it!

LyndaKay · Sat Jul 31, 2010 5:27 pm

Lady Foot Locker has the Fit Flops for 59.99. Haven't seen Target's yet.

aceason · Sat Jul 31, 2010 5:32 pm

I bought Fit Flops, that's right, $60 bucks for pair of flip flops! I didn't buy them for the shaping benefits and really haven't noticed any difference, I bought them because they are so comfortable. It's like wearing a sneaker with lots of support but being able to wear a flip flop. I have five friends who bought them too for the same reason, comfort, not necessarily leg shaping benefits.

anazelia · Sat Jul 31, 2010 5:41 pm

I am interested in this as well. Hope someone has some info.

GRACEpunches5 · Sat Jul 31, 2010 5:59 pm

i had a pair of sandels from avon that had the "shape-up" design and didn't think they did anything and i walked a mile or more with the kids every day!

Laura Fiore · Sat Jul 31, 2010 9:53 pm

I wear them when I'm walking because they give my foot that is sore from running a rest. The balance in a different place really makes me able to keep working out without injuring the ball of my foot more. I haven't noticed any real changes in my shape from them, but my legs have never really been my problem area. I was blessed with my dad's fine legs, LOL

I wish they didn't come with his big belly,

gine · Sun Aug 01, 2010 12:09 am

I was reading somewhere that there was no proof that they had any effects other than they tend to make you walk more and in that way get more exercise and get in better shape

AlwaysHappy · Sun Aug 01, 2010 12:46 am

Hum, sadly I've never heard of them, but then I'm not young like most of you so I'm not up with all of the current fashions and fitness stuff.

beachlover · Sun Aug 01, 2010 10:36 am

I bought the shape up sneaks and have had them a little over a month... I felt a difference in my calves within an hour. Mind you, I have mostly been wearing them around the house when I am running around cleaning. They have about an inch and a half chunk to them and you can feel the ball in them, I feel myself rocking back on my heels sometimes. That is why I don't wear them IN PUBLIC - I am a klutz!!! Afraid I will land on my a$# in Walmart

But, they definitely work. My reasoning for getting them was I am always running around busy, yet never have the time to exercise - these are supposed to kill two birds with one stone! I think they are doing the job

Queen Mum · Sun Aug 01, 2010 3:01 pm

My chiropractor is a great resource for this kind of info.

He said they are a great GIMMICK. Just be sure you have good fitting shoes with great support.

G

cat1393 · Sun Aug 01, 2010 3:36 pm

These shoes remind me of the walking boat. When I ruptured the tendon in my foot. Once u get use to that rocking motion...you make great strides! But, I for one am not into spending all that money.

Art_Teacher · Sun Aug 01, 2010 4:38 pm

The cost is why I got the ones from Target! They are the same shape, etc. and they were only $24! Even if they don't work they are very comfy and they seem to be helping my lower back (lots of cushioning).

lilkoala3 · Sun Aug 01, 2010 5:37 pm

A friend of mine has the Sketchers brand, and she told me that they made her calves hurt - the type of soreness you feel after a tough workout. She said that made her think they were working. It made me think that she needs a better pair of shoes.

I think they are kind of ugly, to be honest...

denisescrap · Sun Aug 01, 2010 5:54 pm

A couple of girls at work wear them at work and love them and we stand on are feet for 9hrs on concret. I have been thinking about getting a pair..

Laura Fiore · Sun Aug 01, 2010 9:56 pm

lilkoala3 wrote:A friend of mine has the Sketchers brand, and she told me that they made her calves hurt - the type of soreness you feel after a tough workout. She said that made her think they were working. It made me think that she needs a better pair of shoes.

I think they are kind of ugly, to be honest...

Oh, they're ugly alright! But I don't mind! The reason her calves hurt is because they have to stretch a little farther to make the heel land first...normal when you have a negative heel in your shoe. I remember that from the Earth Shoes of the 70's little girl, so don't get sassy! If you want to see ugly shoes, you need to google Earth Shoes!

dbloomfi · Mon Aug 02, 2010 9:00 am

My co-worker just bought her 3rd pair of shape-ups. She loves them!!!

Yes I agree they are ugly but they do their job.

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