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12 of 15 found the following review helpful:
 I like 'em and more important, so does the wife Apr 15, 2011
By Bob Tobias
"Robert Tobias"
A while back I tried on a different model Skechers Men's Tone-Ups, they had a more radical sole. They felt funny and my wife said they looked stupid. She said if I bought them she would leave me. (obvious comments aside, I didn't buy them)
These were listed on Amazon for a really good price and looked more... "normal". I figured I would take the risk and ordered them. When my wife saw "Tone-Ups" on the box she reminded me of her dislike for the shoe. When I took them out she paused and then admitted they "didn't look all that bad."
The real test is how they feel. My shoe size is 12EEE and these were only available in normal, D, width but fit fine. They are very light, have a good amount of flex, and just plain feel comfortable.
Bottom line: I'm not sure how much additional exercise I'll get because the soles aren't that different from normal ones and as shoes I'm glad I bought them.
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
 Comfortable, Decent Looking Apr 30, 2011
By B. Marshall
"Bronco Fan"
I found the Tone-Ups to be comfortable, but seem to fit a bit snug. I have only had them 3 weeks, show this is a preliminary review.
These are quite comfortable, and look decent. The fit on me runs a bit snug, but acceptable. Seems to to be very comfortable, and so far do not overheat the foot.
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Will be starting a walking program, and plan on using these.
**Update 05/01/11**
In further consideration, I want to increase the comfort level up a notch. I find little pressure on the top of the foot (have calcium deposits from years of cleats being overly tight, So foot comfort is judged in 2 areas by me 1) Foot bed support and isolation from impact from the ground 2) Little or no pain or discomfort on the afore mentioned calcium deposits on the top of my feet. So far, these are good on both accounts.
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
COMFORTABLE & STYLISH. (Purchase Price $ 71.25) Mar 02, 2011
By Sean Jay
I liked this shoe the very first time I saw it, especially the Navy/Gray colored pair that I purchased from Amazon. The Skechers brand has been a favorite of mine since I started wearing them a several years ago. This is my 4th pair of Skechers in the last 4 years. I like them because one thing is guaranteed with the brand; Comfort! Every pair I've put on have been blissfully comfortable promising a cushioned ride.
The shoes arrived on the promised date. The shoe box itself was a ripped mess (no doubt from careless inventory management) but that didn't matter as I only wanted the shoes in good condition. I usually wear running shoes from Nike, Adidas and Asics as my casual shoes purely for the comfort they provide. This pair of Skechers have fast become my favorites since I started wearing them 3 weeks ago and I've demoted my Nike's and Asics shoes for running purposes only. These shoes are appropriately named "Gliders" as this is the feeling you get when you walk in them. The company also claims that the shoes are designed to engage your core muscles and other stabilizing muscles to provide a workout while doing your everyday activities. My wife thinks I'm nuts, but I DO feel a minimal muscle activation in my core area as well as my legs when I walk, unlike the other training or running shoes I've worn. This may be purely psychological due to the advertising from company and I really cannot vouch for that statement, so only time will tell if this shoe really acts like a "core trainer". These shoes are surprisingly light, the sole is very flexible, and the shoe itself seems to be extremely durable for the activity its supposed to undertake.
Even if this shoe does not act as a "core trainer" or provide a "toning up' workout as the designers claim, I would still encourage anyone who wants a comfortable pair of casual shoes to get the Glide Resistance Trainer without hesitation.
6 of 7 found the following review helpful:
They feel great, and perfect for running Apr 15, 2011
By Moyayo
I have used these sneakers for about a month now, i am a bodybuilder and I also do a lot of running.
I really don't feel like i get a better workout with these on, maybe they do have a small impact but its too small to notice.
But
When it comes to running these feel great, and i can run much more without feeling any pain anywhere in my body, so they do support the legs
I even use these for everyday walking
I am glad i bought these and they are also well priced
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
Cushy Apr 16, 2011
By Peter Faden
They actually live up to the hype. Super comfy. You can actually feel your muscles working a little while you walk, and yet walking is easier in these pups. Plus, the way they are designed actually helps improve your walking posture. I haven't tried running in them yet, but really very pleased with these shoes so far.
Update: It has now been over a month since i purchased these (at the gold box rate of $45). I suffer from chronic pain in my knees from years of basketball, pronation, running, and many bad choices along the way, lol. Anyway, the result is my kneecaps are offset, and thus tend to grind down the patellas. I had corrected much of this by reteaching myself how to walk without pronation, but the pain still persisted, some days worse than others. I noticed that after about two weeks of wearing these shoes everywhere except work (where i have to wear non slip safety shoes), the pain reduced and at this point, i am incredibly pleased to say i have zero knee pain anymore. Further, the shoes have actually helped to further reduce my pronation (as was pointed out by my girlfriend one day when we were walking around the neighborhood). I intend to buy a second pair in point of fact, so as to guarantee i dont wear them out any time soon.
July 22: The shoes are still great. In fact, i just bought a second pair (the first were the white and red ones, the second pair was the olive), which looks really cool with the color scheme, and is equally comfortable.
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