The Reebok Easytone, undoubtedly the hottest shoe of the year and the most sought after Christmas gift also. But do they work?
The Reebok Easytone is a sneaker designed to work out your legs and butt. Reebok says,
"EasyTone helps tone key leg muscles with every step. While wearing EasyTone shoes, a person will experience increased muscle activation* in her glutes (28%) and in key muscles in her hamstrings (11%) and calves (11%). (*Increased muscle activation up to 28% Gluteus Maximus, 11% Hamstrings, 11% calves. Based on tests comparing EasyTone Go Outside to a typical foam based walking shoe)"
The EasyTone incorporates "core" ball technology. The technology is the shifting of air to create instability. The muscles work more trying to correct the instability. Sounds kind of awkward, but really the shoe is quite comfortable. I actually just bought a pair today. We got them in at work today, and I immediately had to try them on to see how they fit. The run true to size and are extremely cushioning.
So do they work? I wore them for a six hour shift today at work, and my legs do feel sore. I actually got shin pains from wearing them for so long. So it must mean they are working some if I am sore. Do I think they will make a huge difference? No. If you really want to shape up your legs and butt ladies, just hit the gym. There is no fast easy way to a perfect body. The EasyTones may help, but they will not work miracles.
So are these similar to the "Shape ups" from Sketchers? I always thought that shoes that claim to tone your butt and legs were outrageous! I agree that working out or going for a run is the best way to tone that backside! I like your blog!
ReplyDeleteThey are just like the Sketetcher Shape-Ups, but have a better feedback. I have heard far more people satisfied with Reeboks product as compared to Sketchers.
ReplyDeletePlus the shape-ups are ugly. Very ugly. haha
ReplyDeleteI am very skeptical about these kinds of shoes! I agree with what you said Tara--if you want a workout, go to the gym.
ReplyDeleteHey, I wonder what doctors, like podiatrists, might say about this kind of shoe. Or trainers. Has anyone with these backgrounds said anything about the shoe's effect on people's feet and legs???? They look way uncomfortable to me.