I only recently heard of the concept that specially designed shoes could help tone your body . In fact, the new Sketchers commercials that feature football legend Joe Montana was my first exposure. Woman’s Day decided to put together a review of a group of “toning shoes.” Some of these, we have posted reviews of here at DietsInReview.com:
Sketcher Shape-Ups
Skechers Shape-Ups ($110)
These are the shoes that Joe Montana is pitching in TV commercials. Shape-Ups feature a unique soft kinetic wedge insert and dynamic rolling bottom to simulate walking on soft sand. The results are stronger legs, rear-end, back and ab muscles as you stabilize your steps.
Earth Exer-Walk ($69)
With a $69 price tag, the Exer-Walk is probably the most economical toning shoes on the market. It has what they refer to as a “negative heel,” which is lower than the pronounced arch. This makes you stand up straighter and feel more grounded. Woman’s Day staffer Diane Oatis tried the Exer-Walks out, and said that she felt her leg muscles were getting a good workout.
NGR
NGR ($159.99)
NGR shoes come with heavy midsoles that add resistance while you walk. Meghan Ahearn of Woman’s Day likened the experience to wearing ankle weights.
Cogent ($155)
The Cogent shoe was tested by Brynn Mannino of Woman’s Day. While the staffer noticed a toning in their lower body, they a...
