Skechers, the shoe company, makes some very nice casual and athletic shoes that range from sandals all the way to boots. They also now make Skechers Shape up Shoes, the shoe that is supposed to help you tone the lower half of your body without any real effort at all. You put them on and go about your daily activities and you are supposed to be targeting the muscles of your butt and your legs, from your thighs all the way to your calves. But, do they work, do they feel good and do they look alright if you pop them on for a trip to the grocery store?
First of all, the Skechers Shape Up Shoes come in several different styles, including a new version for men. The most common and easily found style looks like your average fitness shoe with a slightly built up sole area. They are comfortable to wear and you size them like you would any of the other Sketcher brand shoes. The difference is how you actually walk in them.
There is a brochure and a DVD that explains how you walk which is more of a gentle rocking motion than most of us are used to and might take a little bit of practice. Basically, to get the most out of your Skechers Shape up Shoes, you plant your heel down first and then rock forward, coming all the way down to the toes and then repeat with the second foot. Once you get the hang of it, it is actually quite naturally and the shoes are so comfortable to wear that you might forget that you are wearing toning shoes at all.
The brochure that comes with the Skechers Shape Up Shoes warns against wearing them for extended periods of time when you first get them because they can make the lower body muscles feel sore if you do so. The basic premise is simple: the built up soles changes your center of gravity so that you have to work harder to keep your balance and stability. The rocking motion that you take to walk works more of your muscle groups as you walk around or do housework or whatever you want.
But, do the Skechers Shape Up Shoes look okay to wear for shopping trips or other times you would wear a casual shoe? They are attractively designed and come in different colors so, yes they do look pretty good with jeans. If a pair of shoes will help you get up off the couch and move around, they are good for you. If they feel good on your feet and make you want to wear them practically every day, then even better.
Like other shoes, you should rotate the pair that you wear, giving each pair the day to rest and breathe between each wearing. You can wear Skechers Shape Up Shoes on one day and another pair of shoes on other days trying to keep up the healthy habits that you got started while wearing the shape up shoes.
The Brilliance of Skechers Shoes
One of the brands that has been on the shortlists for trendy and trend-setting shoes every year almost ever since it was founded is Skechers. But it’s interesting to look back on the origins of the company and realize that what is now a footwear empire that spans across many continents and that sells many types of shoes, including running shoes, exercise shoes and even dress shoes and boots started out relatively small.
Skechers started out as a company that focused primarily on manufacturing skater shoes. This, you might think, could be a problem as the skater shoe market is primarily – if not exclusively – a younger market, and young consumers are known to have very little brand loyalty and for being the most volatile of buyers. Therefore, the fact that you are able to be so successful starting with this customer base is in itself a testament to how good the shoe and the company are. Anyone that was around at the time saw how quickly Skechers established itself from the sort of underground shoe that the skater kids liked to the shoe to have if you were the trendy kid in high-school or college.
And the fact is the whole theory of how teenagers and young adults have little brand loyalty has gone out the window when it comes to Skechers. Many people who were young then and are now much older will still swear by the company and keep wearing their shoes. Naturally it helps that the company has diversified its stock and now appeals to a much broader customer base, but the word “comfort” is always thrown around when Skechers are being discussed, and that is probably the basis of their success.
No matter how stylish or fashionable or even high-tech a shoe is, how good you feel when you’re wearing it is going to represent the majority of your opinion towards it. In my personal case, the fact that a shoe is not only stylish and comfortable but can also be used in varied occasions without clashing, be it a dinner party or a quick drive to the store is definitely something that is taken into consideration when picking a shoe. And a brand that is notorious for having worked perfectly in filling that slot in the past is something that I’ll definitely go for in the future. And that is what Skechers are: comfortable shoes that you can trust to be stylish in practically every occasion you find yourself involved in.
Skechers Shape Ups Shoes
Introduction to Skechers Shape Up Shoes
Skechers Shape Up Shoes are a new kind of walking shoe that lets you get a workout for your hips, thighs, calves, abs, and back while you’re doing your normal walking around. Nurses, teachers, and stay-home parents love these shoes, because they let you get a workout from doing the things you do anyway. In a way, they’re the perfect fitness shoes for the modern day because like our smart phones and computers (and like us) they multi-task. Skechers are extremely comfortable, though they do take a short time to get used to, and they cause you to work your body’s core muscles because they put your body slightly off its normal balance. A lot of people say they can feel a difference even after the first wearing. A 20-minute walk in Skechers Shape-Ups is a more intensive workout than the same walk in normal walking shoes.
What are their Limitations?
Skechers Shape Ups are amazing shoes, but they are not a replacement for a healthy diet and regular exercise if you want to make major changes to your weight or shape. However, there is no question that they help you tone up your abs, thighs, and buttocks, and strengthen your back. Additionally, people who have chronic heel pain often report improvement in their condition once they start wearing Skechers Shape Ups, and some wearers even report relief of back pain. People who have occupations where they are on their feet all the time tend to get the greatest benefit from wearing these shoes.
Why do the Look Like That?
Some people are put off by the way Skechers Shape Up shoes look. They are thicker under the arch of your foot than your regular walking or workout shoes are, and some people declare them to be “orthopedic” looking. You can definitely tell a difference when you’re holding up a Shape Up shoe and examining it, but when you’re wearing it, anyone who doesn’t have a floor-level view, such as your dog, won’t notice. And your dog won’t care.
What’s it Like to Wear Them?
The first few times you go up and down stairs wearing Skechers will feel strange, so pay attention. You won’t notice this once you get used to them though. You should start out wearing them for 20 minutes at a time, and then work your way up to wearing them for longer periods. You probably shouldn’t wear them for the first time at the beginning of a double shift, unless you have some back-up shoes handy.
Are there Different Styles?
Skechers Shape Up shoes come in a big range of styles, for women and men, including styles that are work-appropriate, boots, and even sandals. The boots are great looking, and the unusual sole shape is less noticeable with the boots. Skechers has put a lot of work into making these shoes as effective as possible while also being as attractive as possible. One of the most popular styles is the women’s Fast Pace style, which is available in either black or white. They’re perfect for casual workplaces, most classrooms, and medical settings. Skechers Shape Up shoes are a fantastic way for you to multitask your way to a stronger, more toned figure.