Can walking in a pair of Fit Flops really lead you to slim thighs and a smaller derriere? After I gave birth I bought a pair of the much hyped MBT Masai sneakers, I lost my baby weight and was back in my size 25 jeans within weeks but I have no idea if it was from the sneakers or because I would walk 5 miles a day just to justify a pair of $250 sneakers. All I know is I got a sore back from the weight of those heavy shoes so I stopped wearing them. Now the Fit Flop has come on the scene and are making similar claims but I have my doubts. Here is what they claim:
1. Improves muscle tone (I think any kind of exercise can do that, like walking.)
2. Increases muscle activity and circulation (Again, nothing that a good ol' brisk walk won't do)
3. Improves balance and posture (That will happen when you stop wearing 5 inch stilettos anyway)
4. Burns calories (Uh, don't you burn calories just sitting at home typing on a computer like I am right now?
This is not something I want to try mainly because I abhor flip flops and think they are only appropriate for the park, pool/beach or spa (and running errands if you are mostly in your car, that's borderline acceptable). Maybe it is because I no longer live in LA where I used to live in my Havana flip flops but nothing grates on me more than sloppy women at the mall or airport in flip flops! Anyway, I predict this is all hype but may try it just to prove my point. What do I have to lose except looking stupid right? And really, none of these colors go with any of my birkins. What do you beauty snobbers think? Will you try these Fit Flops? $45 at Bath and Body Works.
Comments (10)
Despite all the bs about its benefits, the flip flops are cute!
Posted by Kaisarine Su | July 25, 2007 6:18:33 PM
Posted on July 25, 2007 18:18
I think I have almost every style of flip flop, I love them because I hate for my feet to feel all restricted, also it's the best way to show off my pedicure :}
Posted by MsRebecca | July 28, 2007 12:58:49 AM
Posted on July 28, 2007 00:58
I've been wearing them for about a month now and I do notice a difference. I'm a walker anyway, however- with these on I feel a tightening in my butt and legs while walking. I advise wearing them for only 30 minutes at a time for the first week or so.
My legs and butt appear to be showing the toning already. Very pleased.
Sort of like a glorified Dr. Scholl from the old days, most of the work occurs by scrunching the toe part of the shoe while walking. They are far more comfortable than Dr. Scholl's and a whole lot cuter, too!
Posted by Elaine | July 28, 2007 7:36:27 AM
Posted on July 28, 2007 07:36
I say SLOB
It looks like they might give your foot more support than the majority of flip flops, but if you're REALLY trying to walk around and tone your legs just grab your running shoes and walk/run your little heart out.
I have to agree with your comments I'm pretty sure you'll burn some calories walking a mile in any shoe.
i don't even think the flip flops are that cute.
Posted by melanie | July 28, 2007 9:38:29 AM
Posted on July 28, 2007 09:38
seems like the same thing as that flavored borba (or something like that) water for your skin. just attach some worthless product to something already necessary for a healthy lifestyle, that you should be doing anyway.
Posted by kamo | July 30, 2007 2:43:18 AM
Posted on July 30, 2007 02:43
I just bought a pair because I live in the south and we wear flipflops practically year-round. I wore them for like 20 minutes yesterday, and then today noticed my bum muscles were a bit sore--they seem to be working already. I had to buy a size smaller than I normally wear because my normal size was a bit too floppy when I tried on. They're chunkier than flipflops I usually buy but at least they're not as hideous as those MBT shoes.
Posted by Annie | July 30, 2007 9:34:51 AM
Posted on July 30, 2007 09:34
I am always amused (but never surprised) by the vehemence of the people who have never had a foot anywhere near these shoes, but who are sure that they are hopelessly overhyped and totally bogus. I have a pair. I walk about 50 city blocks a day in them (2.5 miles more or less). They are comfy, they are NOT totally ugly, and I absolutely believe they provide more of a "work out" than plain flip flops. I, too, feel it in my bum--and elsewhere. Will my legs ever look like those in the photo? Of course not. Not even with Photoshop. Are these helpful? I say yes, and besides, what do I have to lose by trying them? Would I buy them again? Sure.
Posted by EDIE SOUSA | July 31, 2007 1:31:46 PM
Posted on July 31, 2007 13:31
Agree with Edie.
Have them in 3 colors!
Running shoes are too hot in the summer.
Posted by diane | August 2, 2007 11:37:16 AM
Posted on August 2, 2007 11:37
Got it as a gift. I felt a little off balance at first, but now I love it. I have been wearing it since Christmas and I think it has help me lose a few pounds. I feel like I have better posture.
Posted by Sandy | January 26, 2008 6:30:49 AM
Posted on January 26, 2008 06:30
I love my fit flops!! My mom bought them online and they were too small for her so I helped myself to them. I don't have time to work out my legs and they have helped tighten and firm my legs and butt. I can even tell that it has helped with celulite!
Posted by Alicia | February 19, 2008 1:36:40 PM
Posted on February 19, 2008 13:36