Comments on: Shape Ups or Easy Tone: An Alternative to Working Out?

By: annadornier

annadornier — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 21:07:00 +0000

I say this to @3e3707e007e9e267ca7ace9be3f3fe2c:disqus @a1f2edcbb8e02db223fcdaa5a1248e7b:disqus @e851bb263b907ae5ad9457db52f8218f:disqus @40945b7ef122083b988c03ed4f4b3162:disqus I am not “angry” at all. I am just getting the word out there that this is not the be all and all tool to getting in shape. Getting in shape takes a lot more than putting on a pair of shoes and it’s definitely not going to work for everyone. For instance, I have a client who has knee problems and it seems that her knee problems get worse whenever she wears these shoes. Same thing for another client who developed back pain after wearing these shoes. So, while they work for some people, it is not recommended for others. Also, most people who would use these shoes are probably doing other types of workouts as well. It is one tool out of many

By: Spazicoco

Spazicoco — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 20:22:00 +0000

Hmmm???? Not sure why you are so “angry” about the claims that Skechers made BUT I am a runner. I have run for 23 years. I have done marathons, 1/2 marathons and many other races. I just purchased a pair of Shape-Ups to walk with my husband (who is not a runner) and found that I was so sore the day after I first used them!!! We walked about 4 miles and fast. Obviously he was sore in hamstrings, butt and thighs – even abs. I was less sore but never-the-less sore in places that I was happy to feel the ache!! I run 4 – 8 miles per day and run 10 – 15 on Sunday’s. For me to feel sore after a 4 mile walk is unlikely BUT I attribute that feeling to these shoes. I have walked with my hubby many times and never felt like I did the day after wearing Shape-Ups. And I found them to be comparable in price to any other walking/running shoe. Soooo, for all of you who wonder if you should get these shoes or not, don’t let “her” opinion detour you from doing so. I am all for people getting out there and walking/moving!!! It can be in Shape-Ups or any other shoe – just get out there and move! :)

By: AnnaDornier

AnnaDornier — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 15:47:09 +0000

Brittany, your boyfried is right in saying that Pavel's or Dragondoor's
kettlebells are the best quality in the market. I would never buy cheaper
kettlebells again after I bought some from another company but you can find
some good deals on Ebay if you really want to. I wouldn't recommend it
though. I say just stick to Dragondoor kettlebells and enjoy your
investment.

Anna

By: brittany

brittany — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 08:10:44 +0000

so my boyfriend has been wanting to get kettlebells for quite some time now and loves pavel's books on them. and he is convinced that his kettlebells are the only ones to get. but you stated here that they are cheap but pavel's are definitely expensive. Where and how much did you get yours for?

By: admin

admin — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 18:09:09 +0000

Carrie, you’re right. It is a tool and I’m glad to hear that you were able to reach your goals through walking. Have you tried tricep dips or tricep extensions? Those are really good for triceps but if there is still fat on top of the triceps, simply doing these won’t let your triceps show more. Overall fat reduction is the key to seeing more muscle tone.

Anna

By: Carrie

Carrie — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 15:32:19 +0000

Walking has been THE key in my recent 50lb weight loss. Good shoes, are the walker’s equipment.
I have about 15lbs more to go before my goal is reached.

I do feel the difference with these shoes. But like anything, they are just a tool.
So, what is best for exercise for triceps, anyone??

By: admin

admin — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 14:05:52 +0000

Hi Carrie, I’m not saying that you won’t get some type of result from using the shoes. I’m saying that in order to really get long lasting results that make a difference in your fitness and health, people would have to do more than just walk. I don’t have anything against walking. I think it’s a great form of exercise especially for people who can’t run or have injuries.

Thanks for stopping by!

Anna

By: Carrie

Carrie — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:36:41 +0000

I am in good shape am an ardent walker. I train for and partisipate in charity walks like the 60 mile Three Day Walk for Breast Cancer.
I bought the shape ups…
And your claims are false.
You are judging something you have not researched nor tried.

By: admin

admin — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 05:15:56 +0000

Hi Cindy, I really appreciate your feedback. It’s great that you’ve found something to help you with your back problems. Every little bit helps

Anna

By: Cindy

Cindy — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 01:10:21 +0000

I, too, used to be quite a skeptic of Shape ups. I considered it to be the ‘lazy’ alternative to excercise. However, while trying to find the best shoes to stand in for 7+ hours a day, I was reccommended to try Shape ups, and begrudgingly did. The shoes are great! I have a history of back problems, and it makes my day so much easier not having to feel how long i have been standing. For someone that can’t take any form of high intensity workouts, like myself, (and I’m only 20 years old! ), the shoes are really great. Though, I do agree that they are simply not a substitute for diet and excercise.. they’re just good motivation!