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A Closer Look at Toning Shoes Technology

June 28, 2011

A look at the technology underfoot in the various toning shoes designs, and what the technology does for the body Instability Pods Balance pods in the shoes of Reebok Easytone add small instabilities to the walking gait to which the body subconsciously responds. Correcting the balance involves a wider range of muscles, and activates the [...]

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New FitFlop Sandals Styles for the Summer

June 22, 2011

They are Britain’s favourite summer sandals, and promise to get the lower body working harder with each step. Billed as the shoes with the gym built in, they were first released in the spring of 2007, and have been a massive hit ever since. The FitFlop is one of a range of toning shoes which [...]

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Toning Shoes for Kids | A View From Both Sides of the Atlantic

June 3, 2011

Toning shoes for kids? A marketing ploy by big name sneaker manufacturers, or do the shoes really have benefits for the little ones? The thoughts on either side of the Atlantic appear to differ considerably, with the British toning brand FitFlop doing better than ever, and mothers in love with the stylish sandals for themselves, [...]

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Compare Prices on Toning Shoes

May 26, 2011

If you are looking to get the best possible deals when buying toning shoes online, this is the place to find them. I have just released a new page on this blog, with links to the best online retailers. For each brand I have added in two options which have the lowest prices. I have [...]

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Skechers Shape Ups for Girls | Fun with Fitness or Evil Incarnate

May 17, 2011

It’s been just three months since Holly Ward started legal proceedings against Skechers for stress fractures in her hips. Now, Skechers are in the news once more; however not for the effectiveness of their shoes, but rather, the ineffectiveness of their marketing strategy. Whilst marketing departments will say “there’s no such thing about bad publicity”, [...]

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Trimsole Launched in UK as a Lower Cost Alternative to FitFlop Sandals

April 28, 2011

As Britain is bathed in glorious sunshine and the temperatures head up to the heady heights of 20ºC / 68ºF, thoughts turn to summer dresses, sexy strappy sandals, and lazy days on the beach. However, whilst the weather may be improving, there is the problem that accompanies summer and bikinis, and that is the state [...]

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Tips to Help Reduce Plantar Fasciitis Pain

April 19, 2011

Heel pain is most commonly caused by a foot condition called plantar fasciitis.  This condition is a result of strain and excess pressure placed on the plantar fascia, a band of connective tissue which runs from the heel to the ball of the foot, and forms the floor of the foot arch. In plantar fasciitis, [...]

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Stay On Top of the Trends with A Pair of Betsey Johnson Leopard Print Boots

March 8, 2011

OK, a slight departure from healthy footwear for today, as these shoes neither tone the lower body nor will they give your body any health benefits. However they will give you some mental health benefits, as these cool leopard print shoes and boots will certainly make you feel better; and if they make you feel [...]

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Exercising to Alleviate the Pain Associated with Plantar Fasciitis

March 7, 2011

Plantar fasciitis is a common and very painful foot condition which many adults suffer from. It is often due to excess pressure and strain being placed on the plantar fascia ligament, and it might sound counter intuitive to exercise to alleviate the pain. However, plantar fasciitis exercises are not an intense exercise regimen, but rather [...]

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Best Plantar Fasciitis Shoes | Plantar Fasciitis Treatment

February 26, 2011

According to statistics, there are millions of Americans who are suffering from plantar fasciitis to some degree or another, and over 10% of the population of the United States will be affected by the condition at some point during their lives. It’s not just the States, with the condition being prevalent throughout the western world. [...]

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