Butt Toning Sneakers, Are They Worth It?

jeniii — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 19:29:16 +0000

Being a native from Southern California, I drove everywhere! It’s just the thing to do. After being diagnosed with DCM (Dialated Cardiomyopathy) almost 2 years ago, I was told to get up and start walking more. Ever since then I’ve been on this crazy hunt for the perfect walking shoes because I swear they’ll help me get motivated and maybe tone up my caboose. Well, 7 purchases later (in my defense they were on sale!), I’m still not convinced . Doing a little research I came across these [new] Reebok EasyTone’s. I’m not a huge fan of commercials and usually change the channel when one comes on, but apparently they’ve been around since the beginning of the year.

Designed by a former NASA engineer, Reeboks EasyTone running shoes were created to tone your butt, thighs and hamstrings by 28 percent. Unlike the MBT’s (the original ‘rocker style’ shoes) and Sketchers Shape-ups, the EasyTone’s are more streetwear ready and definitely don’t look like weird alien shoes. The soles of the shoes are basically two pod-like pads, one is on the heel, the other is on the ball. Having only two pads requires much stability and balance (two qualities that I have yet to master).

One of my favorite fashion blogs, Adventures in the Stiletto Jungle, did a three part review of the EasyTone’s:

“I’ve been wearing Reebok EasyTone sneakers for the past couple of weeks now– mainly on my weekend walks around the neighborhood and when I run errands, such as trips to the grocery store or Target. While I initially felt that my legs were a little more tired after walking in EasyTone sneakers than normal athletic sneakers, I can now confirm that the feeling intensified with more wear. There is definitely something going on with these new Reeboks!”

I think I know what I’m asking Santa for this year!

Golf Essentials: Golf Shoes

cate — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 14:23:17 +0000

To keep fit and to take part in sports, many of my family members play golf and tennis, and while I did play tennis, I absolutely hated it. This is, most likely, because I was forced to play starting at the age of eight. It was in a sense required of me, which I resented for many years. I was expected to play in tournaments and in school and university tennis teams just like my siblings, but I did not enjoy it so broke away as soon as I could, to learn music. Ah yes, there has to be a black sheep in the family. Always. Anyway, golf was never shoved down my throat like tennis, and now I have a desire to learn how to play. There’s a half golf course not far from my office so I thought I could start with lessons there during work, after work. But before I jump into that, I want to be properly equipped with the correct apparel, gear and whatever else I need before I begin. My first purchase will be golf shoes so if you too, are looking for shoes, you might want to start here:

Golf Shoes

Expect more Golf Essential Gear soon.

Related: For Golfers talking about golf: Golf Empire

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