Shoes That Help You Get Fit?

luckylychee · 06-10-2008, 10:58 AM

Is this possible?

FitFlop "WalkStar" Patent Sandal - FitFlop - Shoes - Macy's

iamcrazy · 06-10-2008, 11:00 AM

i've heard of them but I have no idea if they really work, i would love to kno

AllieCat0817 · 06-10-2008, 11:04 AM

I think there is another thread on here about it.... do a search. I know I remember reading it and there were quite a few replies.

Alcmene · 06-10-2008, 11:05 AM

I have seen them here they are called Tonewalker. I think they are really ugly.

MzMelissa · 06-10-2008, 11:08 AM

I think the fitflop "walkstar" is cute, I agee that "tonewalker" is horrible

luckylychee · 06-10-2008, 11:10 AM

Thanks Allie!

lisabinil · 06-10-2008, 11:41 AM

Lildragonfly got those and they hurt her legs-made varicose veins pop out.

Diana · 06-10-2008, 11:53 AM

I heard all they "may" do is tone your legs...

luckylychee · 06-10-2008, 01:14 PM

I am THIS close to running to the store tomorrow to try them out. I walk around with DD around the city for average of 2 hours a day, If these shoes do what they claim to do, I should have some killer legs by the end of summer. hahahhaha

Houston Heather · 06-10-2008, 03:43 PM

The only shoes I know of that have helped me look better are....

MY RUNNING SHOES!

mobykat · 06-10-2008, 06:25 PM

they work on the concept of walking on sand. I think they are great, but cant wear them

they are only made for narrow feet. I ended up buying something similar but more of an orthopedic. I love the idea. I would work up to walking for more then 15-20 minutes though, it would be hard work!

lildragonfly · 06-11-2008, 06:29 AM

They do not help legs. I have them I wore them alot and only thing it helped was make a varicose vein come out of my leg. I cant recommend them at all. Also after wearing them all day I hurt in my feet and legs and they were swollen. So I am back to my tennis shoes.

junkfoodmonkey · 06-11-2008, 07:44 AM

Sounds like another one of those "if it was that easy, everyone would be doing it" things.

I've sadly concluded that there are no shortcuts.

jenks · 06-22-2008, 07:37 AM

I don't know if they tone your lags, but they are the most comfortable shoe I owen ( I own 2 pairs)

sugarless4life · 06-22-2008, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Houston Heather

The only shoes I know of that have helped me look better are....

MY RUNNING SHOES!

Same here!

Let's face it... if it were *that* easy .. everyone would be fit ! Can you can marketing gimmick?

Betty

realityjunkee · 06-22-2008, 10:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jenks

I don't know if they tone your lags, but they are the most comfortable shoe I owen ( I own 2 pairs)

I agree. Regular flip flops tend to hurt my legs and these are very comfortable. I don't tell any difference in tone after wearing them for hours on end, I've had no problems with varicose veins, etc. I do jog 3-4 times a week, so like the other runners I believe that works better. Maybe for someone who doesn't exercise these would work out your legs some.

dawnyama · 06-26-2008, 05:41 AM

FYI--Fit Flops will be reviewed by 20/20 on Friday (6/27) night. I am looking forward to what they have to say.

luckylychee · 06-26-2008, 05:53 AM

aw man! I wish I get 20/20 in london, I used to watch it every Friday!

Could someone be kind enough to post and let me know what the show said? PRETTY PLEASE!

ImCuterThinner · 06-26-2008, 10:19 AM

I bought a pair when the first came out and thought they were too ugly to wear in public so I just wear them around the house. I find them very comfortable but they certainly are not doing anything noticable to my legs.

Also, if you plan to purchase a pair- they run large so if you are a 1/2 size go down not up.

dawnyama · 06-26-2008, 12:23 PM

lucky,

I will let you know. ABC is really good about posting their stories online too. So I bet after Fri. night you can look at their website. But I know I will be watching the show. My DH's favorite!!

4gotn1 · 06-26-2008, 05:23 PM

Thanks for posting that Dawn, I would have missed it!

melsybop · 06-26-2008, 07:33 PM

I bought old skool Dr. Scholls clogs(the wood base ones) and those used to be deemed the exercise shoe.I can tell you my calfs are TONED from wearing them.

And mine are Burberry and adorable!!!

Lickrish · 06-26-2008, 08:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by luckylychee

aw man! I wish I get 20/20 in london, I used to watch it every Friday!

Could someone be kind enough to post and let me know what the show said? PRETTY PLEASE!

they did a review for our local news called deal or dud. They claimed they are a dud in the aspect that they won't help THAT much but that they do have some benefit and it was a doctor who said she HATES flip flops but she said these are better than regular flip flops for you.

I couldn't wear them because I hate between the toe flip flops.

4gotn1 · 06-28-2008, 10:34 AM

Did anyone watch it? I was wondering how they were rated!

dawnyama · 06-28-2008, 02:00 PM

I fell asleep before that story came on. I am sorry, but I will check out the website....

sugarless4life · 06-28-2008, 02:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by melsybop

I bought old skool Dr. Scholls clogs(the wood base ones) and those used to be deemed the exercise shoe.I can tell you my calfs are TONED from wearing them.

And mine are Burberry and adorable!!!

OMG, I wore those as a teenager (+30 years ago!) Not sure if they made a difference cuz I was skinny back then anyhow !

Betty

AmyInTX · 06-28-2008, 02:04 PM

i have the Fit Flops and i love them!!! although my calves have always been toned due to being a speed skater in high school. they are not for everyone though.

dawnyama · 06-28-2008, 02:12 PM

Here is the result of my search--I still have no idea of if they work or not. Just lildragonfly. Since I have had a varicose vein removed I am not sure if I want a new on in its place....ABC News: ABC News Search

They look very stylish anyway!

micki · 06-28-2008, 02:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mobykat

they work on the concept of walking on sand.

So what would happen if you wore them and walked on sand ...at the same time??

4gotn1 · 06-28-2008, 05:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by micki

So what would happen if you wore them and walked on sand ...at the same time??

For $50 who would want too???

06-10-2008, 10:58 AM	#1
luckylychee Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: LONDON BABY! Posts: 4,381 Gallery: luckylychee Stats: 89 kilos/76.2 kilos/61.2 kilos WOE: Low carb, BRING ON THE FAT Start Date: March 10, 2007	Shoes That Help You Get Fit? Is this possible? FitFlop "WalkStar" Patent Sandal - FitFlop - Shoes - Macy's

06-26-2008, 12:23 PM	#20
dawnyama Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Irmo, SC Posts: 869 Gallery: dawnyama WOE: Atkins	lucky, I will let you know. ABC is really good about posting their stories online too. So I bet after Fri. night you can look at their website. But I know I will be watching the show. My DH's favorite!! Last edited by dawnyama : 06-26-2008 at 12:25 PM. Reason: to add

06-10-2008, 11:00 AM	#2
iamcrazy Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: ON, Canada Posts: 830 Gallery: iamcrazy Stats: 285/270/150 WOE: Atkins Start Date: August 5, 2008	i've heard of them but I have no idea if they really work, i would love to kno

06-10-2008, 11:04 AM	#3
AllieCat0817 Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Southeastern Coastal SC Posts: 11,071 Gallery: AllieCat0817 Stats: 213.5/130-135/140 WOE: Atkins Maintenance Start Date: 5/23/03	I think there is another thread on here about it.... do a search. I know I remember reading it and there were quite a few replies.

06-10-2008, 11:05 AM	#4
Alcmene Senior LCF Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Lancashire, UK Posts: 756 Gallery: Alcmene Stats: 1st:196//125 Now:175/166/140 WOE: Atkins Start Date: November 2007	I have seen them here they are called Tonewalker. I think they are really ugly.

06-10-2008, 11:08 AM	#5
MzMelissa Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Florissant, MO Posts: 136 Gallery: MzMelissa Stats: 372/342/180 WOE: Atkins/Southbeach Start Date: May 1, 2008	I think the fitflop "walkstar" is cute, I agee that "tonewalker" is horrible

06-10-2008, 11:10 AM	#6
luckylychee Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: LONDON BABY! Posts: 4,381 Gallery: luckylychee Stats: 89 kilos/76.2 kilos/61.2 kilos WOE: Low carb, BRING ON THE FAT Start Date: March 10, 2007	Thanks Allie!

06-10-2008, 11:41 AM	#7
lisabinil Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: suburbs of Chicago Posts: 7,933 Gallery: lisabinil Stats: 214/185/180 287 in 00 WOE: higher carb Atkins Start Date: SBD 3/5/07,Atkins 4/18/07	Lildragonfly got those and they hurt her legs-made varicose veins pop out.

06-10-2008, 11:53 AM	#8
Diana Allergic to Carbs- I break out in Fat! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Anderson, Indiana Posts: 33,702 Gallery: Diana Stats: 176.5/138.8/134 (5'3") WOE: Atkins Start Date: 8/11/03 Restart 4/08	I heard all they "may" do is tone your legs...

06-10-2008, 01:14 PM	#9
luckylychee Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: LONDON BABY! Posts: 4,381 Gallery: luckylychee Stats: 89 kilos/76.2 kilos/61.2 kilos WOE: Low carb, BRING ON THE FAT Start Date: March 10, 2007	I am THIS close to running to the store tomorrow to try them out. I walk around with DD around the city for average of 2 hours a day, If these shoes do what they claim to do, I should have some killer legs by the end of summer. hahahhaha

06-10-2008, 03:43 PM	#10
Houston Heather MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Houston Posts: 2,391 Gallery: Houston Heather Stats: I lost it before and I'll lose it again! WOE: Atkins 2002 + powerlifting and running	The only shoes I know of that have helped me look better are.... MY RUNNING SHOES!

06-10-2008, 06:25 PM	#11
mobykat Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Brissy,Australia Posts: 487 Gallery: mobykat	they work on the concept of walking on sand. I think they are great, but cant wear them they are only made for narrow feet. I ended up buying something similar but more of an orthopedic. I love the idea. I would work up to walking for more then 15-20 minutes though, it would be hard work!

06-11-2008, 06:29 AM	#12
lildragonfly MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Middle TN Posts: 2,138 Gallery: lildragonfly Stats: 18w/10/7-8 WOE: learning my body Start Date: 10/15/07 started Atkins	They do not help legs. I have them I wore them alot and only thing it helped was make a varicose vein come out of my leg. I cant recommend them at all. Also after wearing them all day I hurt in my feet and legs and they were swollen. So I am back to my tennis shoes.

06-11-2008, 07:44 AM	#13
junkfoodmonkey MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 2,265 Blog Entries: 36 Gallery: junkfoodmonkey Stats: Bigger/smaller/smallest WOE: Atkins Start Date: Reinduction: 01/01/08	Sounds like another one of those "if it was that easy, everyone would be doing it" things. I've sadly concluded that there are no shortcuts.

06-22-2008, 07:37 AM	#14
jenks Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Newnan, Georgia Posts: 152 Gallery: jenks Stats: 191/177/130 WOE: Atkins Start Date: April 2003/Jan 2004/March 2005/ April 2008	I don't know if they tone your lags, but they are the most comfortable shoe I owen ( I own 2 pairs)

06-26-2008, 05:41 AM	#17
dawnyama Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Irmo, SC Posts: 869 Gallery: dawnyama WOE: Atkins	FYI--Fit Flops will be reviewed by 20/20 on Friday (6/27) night. I am looking forward to what they have to say.

06-26-2008, 05:53 AM	#18
luckylychee Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: LONDON BABY! Posts: 4,381 Gallery: luckylychee Stats: 89 kilos/76.2 kilos/61.2 kilos WOE: Low carb, BRING ON THE FAT Start Date: March 10, 2007	aw man! I wish I get 20/20 in london, I used to watch it every Friday! Could someone be kind enough to post and let me know what the show said? PRETTY PLEASE!

06-26-2008, 10:19 AM	#19
ImCuterThinner Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: midwest Posts: 133 Gallery: ImCuterThinner Stats: 16/14/6 WOE: low carbs	I bought a pair when the first came out and thought they were too ugly to wear in public so I just wear them around the house. I find them very comfortable but they certainly are not doing anything noticable to my legs. Also, if you plan to purchase a pair- they run large so if you are a 1/2 size go down not up.

06-26-2008, 05:23 PM	#21
4gotn1 Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: buried under 200lbs of FAT! Posts: 548 Blog Entries: 4 Gallery: 4gotn1 Stats: 354.9/340.6/160 WOE: God & Low Carb (F, 5'6, 37) Start Date: Starting over: 7/28/08 (original)5/26/08	Thanks for posting that Dawn, I would have missed it!

06-26-2008, 07:33 PM	#22
melsybop Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Canadian Chickie. Posts: 21,850 Gallery: melsybop Stats: praying in the Grotto WOE: waiting for the prayers to take hold Start Date: no time like now	I bought old skool Dr. Scholls clogs(the wood base ones) and those used to be deemed the exercise shoe.I can tell you my calfs are TONED from wearing them. And mine are Burberry and adorable!!!

06-28-2008, 10:34 AM	#24
4gotn1 Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: buried under 200lbs of FAT! Posts: 548 Blog Entries: 4 Gallery: 4gotn1 Stats: 354.9/340.6/160 WOE: God & Low Carb (F, 5'6, 37) Start Date: Starting over: 7/28/08 (original)5/26/08	Did anyone watch it? I was wondering how they were rated!

06-28-2008, 02:00 PM	#25
dawnyama Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Irmo, SC Posts: 869 Gallery: dawnyama WOE: Atkins	I fell asleep before that story came on. I am sorry, but I will check out the website....

06-28-2008, 02:04 PM	#27
AmyInTX Senior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 69 Gallery: AmyInTX Stats: 262/216/170	i have the Fit Flops and i love them!!! although my calves have always been toned due to being a speed skater in high school. they are not for everyone though.

06-28-2008, 02:12 PM	#28
dawnyama Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Irmo, SC Posts: 869 Gallery: dawnyama WOE: Atkins	Here is the result of my search--I still have no idea of if they work or not. Just lildragonfly. Since I have had a varicose vein removed I am not sure if I want a new on in its place....ABC News: ABC News Search They look very stylish anyway!