Results 1 to 15 of 15

Thread: FitFlops?

  1. #1

    Lightbulb FitFlops?

    Has anyone tried them? I saw them on VictoriaSecret.com

    They're flip flops that claim to tone your legs and butt. I want to order them but they're $50.. so I just wanted to see what everyone else thought?

  2. #2
    God/dess Corgan's Avatar
    Joined
    Mar 2006
    Location
    Southeast Texas
    Posts
    4,735
    Thanks
    10
    Thanked 35 Times in 20 Posts
    My Mood
    Brooding

    Default Re: FitFlops?

    i want to know if they work before i buy some.

  3. #3
    Banned i.breathe.in's Avatar
    Joined
    Sep 2006
    Location
    ohio
    Posts
    4,967
    Thanks
    0
    Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts

    Default Re: FitFlops?

    heres a good review.

    i think they wouldnt do much in the long run to make a noticable difference on someone who is already somewhat fit.

  4. #4
    God/dess Emily's Avatar
    Joined
    Feb 2003
    Location
    Las Vegas
    Posts
    11,302
    Thanks
    4
    Thanked 143 Times in 72 Posts

    Default Re: FitFlops?

    sounds like the belt that does situps for you.

  5. #5
    Banned i.breathe.in's Avatar
    Joined
    Sep 2006
    Location
    ohio
    Posts
    4,967
    Thanks
    0
    Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts

    Default Re: FitFlops?

    im sure it could tone your legs up but certainly not more then the heels we run around in all night for work...

  6. #6
    ajbaer
    Guest

    Default Re: FitFlops?

    It's taken off after the MBT shoe. I'd look into them and go test them out. I love my MBT's. If I stand for LONG periods of time my legs actually start to hurt. There are little muscles that just don't get worked out as often. As far as the VS pair of shoes, I'm not so sure about them. MBT makes sandals and I would shell out the cash for them. Search MBT above and you should get a thread or two about them.

  7. #7
    Featured Member
    Joined
    Sep 2006
    Posts
    931
    Thanks
    0
    Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts

    Default Re: FitFlops?

    I saw them on the VS website too....I think its a marketing gimmic to buy overpriced flipflops. Just my two cents .

  8. #8
    Veteran Member modlgrl's Avatar
    Joined
    Mar 2007
    Location
    NYC
    Posts
    405
    Thanks
    2
    Thanked 14 Times in 11 Posts

    Default Re: FitFlops?

    I bought these No major difference.

    I think the heels work better than these shoes anyway as there is more of a lift, but I don't wear them everyday.

  9. #9
    Veteran Member Bellona's Avatar
    Joined
    Sep 2006
    Posts
    448
    Thanks
    0
    Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts

    Default Re: FitFlops?

    I thought flip flops were bad for your feet?

  10. #10
    Veteran Member modlgrl's Avatar
    Joined
    Mar 2007
    Location
    NYC
    Posts
    405
    Thanks
    2
    Thanked 14 Times in 11 Posts

    Default Re: FitFlops?

    Why is that? ^

  11. #11
    Senior Member Dixie_Vancouver's Avatar
    Joined
    Mar 2008
    Location
    Vancouver, BC
    Posts
    190
    Thanks
    4
    Thanked 10 Times in 2 Posts

    Default Re: FitFlops?

    As far as I know, flip flops are only bad for your feet because of the lack of arch support. But these FitFlops seems to be shaped to fit a foot, rather than just flat like most flip flops are. So I don't think they'd be bad for you!

  12. #12
    Veteran Member Bellona's Avatar
    Joined
    Sep 2006
    Posts
    448
    Thanks
    0
    Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts

    Default Re: FitFlops?

    Researchers at Auburn University have found that wearing flip-flops alters the way one walks, changing the gait in subtle ways that can lead to serious sole, heel and ankle problems.
    pasted from here.

  13. #13
    Member tinydancer9494's Avatar
    Joined
    Jan 2008
    Location
    Vega$
    Posts
    53
    Thanks
    0
    Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts

    Default Re: FitFlops?

    I didn't bother to look at them but to do some leg toning just go to walmart and get some ankle weights...i used to wear them at a job where I was standing/walking 7 hours a day and they DID make a difference. I also used to wear them jogging but I have since turned into a lazy bum. 3 lbs on each leg makes a big difference! Of course, if you aren't wearing long pants you look funny.

  14. #14
    God/dess anomar's Avatar
    Joined
    Jun 2005
    Posts
    2,373
    Thanks
    0
    Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts

    Default Re: FitFlops?

    I read that website. Those shoes seem an awful lot like my well broken in NAOT sandals.

    The padding is great and completely has conformed to my feet. On the sole, the heel & toes have curved, so I do sway around while I'm standing. Seems like the same principle. I wear them daily in the summer, wore 'em in the water in Guam (no water damage!!) and they last well.

    So yeah. Just love the shoes you've got.

  15. #15
    Veteran Member AmArticia's Avatar
    Joined
    Apr 2008
    Location
    Dancing for Strangers, CO
    Posts
    659
    Thanks
    0
    Thanked 9 Times in 3 Posts

    Default Re: FitFlops?

    I wouldn't wear them just cause people on the mainland can't make a fucking slippah to save their lives! The straps are all tight and go too far back to help hold it to your foot. I've been wearing slippahs for years and my toes now have a natural sort of divet between them where they've molded to hold the shoe without that annoying clicking sound. I also don't walk any different in slippahs than in regular shoes cause i've been wearing the things for 20 fucking years. I have baby pictures of me in slippahs...walking in them is second nature.

    Also, you can save your back, knees, ankles etc if you just evenly distribute the weight to the outside of your foot. Most people let their ankles roll in cause the muscles are weak. If you keep your weight on your toes and the outer edge of your feet it makes you stand up straighter, your feet hurt less, and it improves your balance.

    See, no overpriced slippahs needed to get better legs!
    "You are NEVER too old to storm a bouncy castle!"~Jade Puget

    My Current Pet Band Is: LAZRtag!

Bookmarks

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •