Skechers Shape Ups: Fitness Feat or Flop?

Fitness Shoes, Rocker Bottom Shoes, Skechers Shape Ups, Toning Shoes, Walking Shoes - By Terri Mullerson on Friday, July 16, 2010 - 13:01

You should read the whole article, folks, but I’ll end the suspense now.  Skechers Shape Ups are a fabulous fitness feat – a real triumph in the world of fitness footwear.  They offer genuine health and fitness benefits (with the research to back it up), and they are stylish and comfortable.  With so many different fitness shoe choices today, I love that I can depend on Skechers to produce an effective, quality shoe at a reasonable price.

And Speaking of Price…

Use care when buying Skechers Shape Ups.  There are a lot of retailers selling knock-offs or marking up prices.  One of the great things about Skechers Shape Ups is that they are affordable.  The Top Toning Shoe Retailer has a large selection, great prices, and a lifetime return policy.  They are simply the most trusted shoe retailer online today. 

Publisher's Note:  Currently they have 56 styles of Skechers Shape Ups on sales such at the Skechers Resistance Runner (Reg. $140 on sale for $109), the Skechers Shape Ups XF (Reg. $105 on sale for $79.95), the Skechers Shape Ups Kinetix Response (Reg. $115 on sale for $69.95), and the Skechers Shape Ups Elasticity Boot (Reg. $130 on sale for $89.95).  These are closeout prices and available while supplies last.  Buy now to get your size.

Phenomenal Fitness Footwear

What makes Skechers Shape Ups different from other fitness shoes is the architecture of the shoe and the results you will see when you wear them.

Taking the Shoe Apart

Shape Ups have 5 main parts to them that each contribute to the function of the shoe.

1. The Upper – Well padded, quality leather and mesh, breathable, durable, supportive
2. The Sockliner – A removable insole for improved arch support, personalized molding, antibacterial treatment for decreased odor, and moisture wicking materials
3. The Midsole – A firm polyurethane frame for supreme support and foot/ankle stabilization
4. The Kinetic Wedge – The foam wedge that is the core of the Shape Up, shock absorption, correct angling of foot and ankle for maximum workout
5. The Outsole – Durable, rubber, firm with just enough give to propel each step 

Each component adds to the construction of the shoe so that the shoe does more of the work and you get the most from every step.

An Improved You with Each Step

Shape Ups really do help you get into better shape.  They are comfortable and practical, and simple walking is the only exercise you need to do to see results.

• Stronger muscles in legs, buttocks, back, and abdomen.
• Improved posture.
• More stabilized gait.
• Improved cardiovascular endurance.
• Reduced body fat.
• Increased circulation.
• Decrease in back, neck, ankle, and foot pain.

You can also visit the Skechers website for clinical research and results to verify that you really will get in shape wearing Shape Ups!

A Word about Sizing

Skechers Shape Ups run slightly small (like most Skechers shoes).  You'll want to order a shoe that is a half size larger than you normally would wear.

Order Up & Shape Up

With the surge of health problems and rapidly climbing obesity rates, I love that Skechers has created a product that anyone can use no matter what their fitness level is.  For novice to pro athlete, Shape Ups can work to really improve anyone’s health.  Just by walking in Shape Ups, you get the fitness benefits of traditional, time-consuming exercise routines. 

I am sure that everyone has different results.  Shape Ups worked for me and my husband.  They fit into our schedule and lifestyle.  We both saw results within the first few weeks, and we continue to because we’re still wearing them!  Summer is here, and it is a great time to commit to a healthier you.  Shape Ups can help!