Still No Magic Shoe

Tip of the Day:
Some shoe companies are now marketing special shoes that advertise greater muscle activation in the lower body and core to give you a firmer butt and toned legs. It appears that these "proven" claims by such companies as Sketchers, Reebok, and MBT are being disproved by independent studies.

The results of one study in particular found that these shoes make no difference when compared to regular running shoes in muscle activation, caloric expenditure, or even perceived exertion.

Bottom line: Toning shoes don't work. Well, actually, let me rephrase that... Toning shoes won't make a significant difference in your pursuit for a firmer butt and trimmer waistline. There is no substitute for consistent, quality exercise supported by a healthy diet, which will give you results regardless of the shoes you wear. So when picking new shoes, make sure to find a pair that is a good fit for you. The easiest way is to visit a running shoe store that will have you fitted by an expert usually at no additional cost.

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