Flip flop sandals are a popular choice during summer – but they can lead to foot pain and problems for many wearers. They have no arch support and typically have a fairly thin sole (when compared to other types of footwear).
Clearly, flip flops make ideal leisure footwear during the summer months. They are cheap and cheerful – and many of them come festooned with floral adornments and glitter. Worn in moderation, around the pool or at the beach for example, flip flops can provide good protection from hot or cold surfaces and rough surfaces as well. However, wearing flip flop sandals for lengthy periods can, for many wearers, lead to foot pain – especially in the heel and arch areas.
If you appreciate the airiness of flip flop type sandals and you really would like to wear them for extended periods of time, then it might be worth your while to cast your eye over the FitFlops range. At first glance, these look very similar to standard flip flop type sandals – but they incorporate a specially shaped sole, which is thicker and provides extra support. These are much better for you than normal flip flop sandals. The American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) has even issued FitFlops with a seal of acceptance.
The sole is also specially engineered such that it encourages the muscles in your legs and butt to work a little harder when you walk about in them. FitFlops are toning shoes, and they incorporate what their manufacturers refer to as “microwobbleboard” technology. It’s meant to operate along the same lines as one of those balance boards that you might see at the gym these days.
This special sole generates a small amount of imbalance when walking in FitFlops. Your lower body muscles will, quite naturally, attempt to restore the balance of your body – and this makes them work just a little bit harder. This means that, when you wear your FitFlops, each and every step will be helping you to tone your legs and trim your butt. It’s a free lower body workout while you walk – without the need to visit the gym and without any gym membership fees to pay either.
There is a wide range of colors and styles to choose from in the FitFlops range. As a matter of fact, the range has been expanded to include clogs, winter boots, slippers and sneakers these days. They’re all very fashionable – but it’s the sandals that will afford you the freedom of flip flops without any injury risk and help you to get into better shape into the bargain.
The FitFlops range is large and varied, but if they aren’t what you fancy, then there is no shortage of alternative toning shoe brands for you to look at. Skechers Shape Ups are probably the market leaders – but Reebok Easy Tones or MBT shoes might also appeal to you.
Check out the latest FitFlops winter boots. And why not take a gander at the latest range of Steve Madden shoes while you’re at it.