Shape up Shoes - Chicago,IL

I have the skecher brand ones. I settled for them because I really wanted the original ones which are MBT (Masai Barefoot Technology) but they run about $250 a pair. I love my skecher ones. I think they do tone the core and the butt, etc. I highly recommend them. Be careful of the cheaper versions because they will have less support, cushion, etc.

I got mine at Kohl's when they were on sale for $79.99 and I had one of those 30% off coupons that you get frequently in the mail or email so they cost me $56 plus tax, totally worth it!

Whatever you do, just get out there and move!! :)

check out the Champion brand shoes. They make a comparable version of the shape up. There are also other brands out there..but I have the Champion version (bought them at payless for $40) and like them. They do take a little getting used to.

my mom bought the Fila version because they are cheaper. she says she can feel them working. they have a rounded heel and toe so that you are constantly off balance. making yourself balance strengthens your core muscles which gives you better posture. i would opt for one of the cheaper brands like she did. also, if you have high arches or weak ankles be careful, when my mom tried on the sketchers brand her ankles leaned so far in that they looked like they were going to break. hope this helps! good luck! :)

I do have them. I love them. I dont' know if my butt is being toned or my calves. I do have to always make sure I stand correctly in them or I wobble. As another mom pointed out the soles are rounded so you are always aware of how you are standing. I love them so much that when I put on my old sneakers, which are New Balance, for yard work they felt really weird and off.
The price was very high for shoes but I got them tax-free weekend on sale.

I can't vouche for skecher shoes, but the Glider shape n tone shoes that I bought really made my back and legs feel better. These shoes are awesome and very comfortable to wear. You can buy these a lot cheaper price than skechers. They only have two colors right now, and the white ones I purchased are really nice looking. I bought mine here.
www.shop.beebesports.com

I don't own them but I can tell you they made the list of the top 20 things not to waste your money on.

there is a brand at pay less that is a better starter pair to determine if they will help you I have too large of a foot that sketchers don't mage my size I like the ones I have and they do a good job as far as I can tell

I am suprised to see so many negative comments on here from people who have never tried it.
I have been wearing shape ups for 6 months now. Not only do I feel them working in my butt, thighs and calves, my shoulders don't hurt anymore from slouching.
Are they the only thing out there that can impove posture? no. But do they work? yes.
Shop around for a good deal and try them for yourself.
Mine are far from worn out, but I will buy another pair when the time comes.

Shape Up's can not stop you from slouching. They more or less helps strengthen your calves and tone your legs. You must make a conscience effort to practice standing straight and make sure your shoulders are pulled back to a balanced position. Believe it or not, what I found helpful was purchasing a special bra for posture that enables you to pull back the shoulders and support the back as well. Check with some specialty stores and make sure you are wearing the correct size bra. Hope this was helpful.

These types of shoes are the biggest money-waster gimmicks out there. Save your money!

Instead buy a book that gives information on strength training. Slouching has a lot to do with weak trapezius and rhomboid muscles, and not paying attention to your core and carriage.

You don't need $100 shoes to fix your posture. When you stand, make sure your shoulders are down and back, opening up your chest a little bit. Imagine a string is attached to your breastbone, pulling the chest forward. Finally, contract your abs/midsection imagining as if your spinal column is pulling your belly button back toward it.

I find they improve my posture while I'm wearing them, but haven't noticed that my posture stays any better.

And I can feel them working when I walk outside (especially up hills, my butt BURNS) but I can't feel them at all when I walk on a treadmill.

I have a pair of Avia brand and really feel my posture is better with them. I have not lost shape, but at least I'm standing tall and proper now. My lower back doesn't hurt as much either.

I have heard no good reviews of those shoes. For me there is this garment called the Body Magic and it has worked wonders for me. Check out this website: www.ardysslife.com/gr8newu. If u give the lady a call and say someone referred you she usually gives a great discount.