Skechers Vs Reebok

[Bryn 3]

in my personal and professional opinion, toning shoes are not good for the gait, balance and stability of your body. it's not a natural way of walking nor do they help tone much of anything

i mean, would you work out in heels or wear them all the time? because it's almost the same effect.

i've treated many people who wear these shoes then come to physical therapy because all of a sudden their hips hurt, or they have low back pain. i ask them what shoes they're wearing, and they bring in the skecher shape-ups

they give you more momentum which can cause you to lose balance, increases range of motion at ankle which isn't necessarily a good thing

if you want a good walking shoe for everyday getting around, i recommend getting fitted for a Brooks brand shoe. and if you have problems with your feet, ankles, hips or knees, get fitted by an orthotist; generally custom shoe stores have an orthotist in-house.

[nurse535 30]

I think the toning shoes should be avoided. They are designed to intentionally put you slightly off balance which is like asking for injuries in my opinion. I don't even like to watch people walking in them because it makes their gait so unstable, and they're not very effective if they're effective at all. Walking, jogging, or using the elliptical regularly will tone your legs up better than any shoes. My podiatrist recommends New Balance and Asics Gels running shoes for good support (even if they're not specifically going to be used for running).