AVIA Women's A9995 Avi-Motion iShape Toning Shoe Review
I must admit, I was a skeptic when I first heard about these--toning while you're walking, don't all shoes do that? Isn't that part of the purpose of walking?
As a 25+mile a week runner, my skeptism grew, however, after recently recovering from a broken ankle, I was desperate to make the most of my doctor-perscribed short workouts, so I went on a limb and tried these. After a week of daily use (45 minutes tops), I could not only feel the difference but SAW the difference. My female co-workers kept commenting on how shapely my legs were looking and were asking which workout class I was going too.
It's been almost two months now and I'll tell you what: my thighs are slimmer, stronger and have some really nice muscle definition! As a distance runner I occasionally have knee or hip pain, however, walking in these--no pain whatsoever, in fact, I would argue that walking in these a few days a week has helped lessen the pain in my knees and hips.
Now I haven't tried the Sketchers or the Ryka versions of these Toning Shoes, but I would swear by these!
Two things to note:
The first time or two that you wear these, just know that they are a little different to walk in, not difficult just different
These are meant to walk in, jogging/running is awkward and somewhat uncomfortable; as they are not meant for running, I'm completely at peace with this!
They also come with a little computer DVD.
AVIA Women's A9995 Avi-Motion iShape Toning Shoe Feature
- Features AVI-Motion Toning Technology - The first biomechanically-correct toning shoe that allows your foot to move naturally.
- Padded collar with achilles heel notch for added mobility.
- Negative heel engineering promotes muscle activation.
- Archrocker® - A time tested and APMA approved design that enhances the users rocking motion from heel to toe.
- Shear Cantilever® System accelerates the heel area's ability to rebound to its natural state in time for the next heel strike.
AVIA Women's A9995 Avi-Motion iShape Toning Shoe Overview
Not all toning shoes are created equal. Step into the avi-motion and feel the toning difference. Avia® avi-motion delivers better control while providing toning benefits. Target your abs, thighs, calves and glutes. Get fashionably fit with avi-motion. The First Toning Shoe Accepted by the Americal Podiatric Medical Association.
AVIA Women's A9995 Avi-Motion iShape Toning Shoe Specifications
Tone while you go with Avia's Avi-Motion walking shoe. It's specially designed--with negative heel engineering, forefoot flex grooves, an APMA-approved Archrocker® shape, and the Shear Cantilever® System--to help get your muscles working while also cushioning and protecting every footfall. Best of all, it's as lightweight as can be.
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