Customer Reviews

Skechers Women's Shape Ups - Metabolize Fitness Work Out Sneaker,Natural/White,10 M US

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Okay, first of all I have to say that Skechers needs to change their marketing a little - these aren't going to make you skinny or give you super model legs or an awesome butt, unless you walk A LOT more than usual. If you just walk the same amount, they will help, but they aren't miracle workers - at least not for achieving the perfect body.

However, if you have feet that get tired and sore easily or if you have lower back or leg pain, these are the shoes for you! I start nursing school this fall and I purchased these because I will be on my feet all day. In January 2010, I hurt my back while putting my daughter in her car seat. Went to the doctor and he said that I had a herniated disc with sciatic pain. Now, it is July and the pain is still there - it can take months or years for it to go away. So I get these shoes, hoping they will help, because nothing else has. Can't be doped up on painkillers while at school! So far, the Skechers Shape-ups have worked really well. I can walk around for much longer than I used to be able to. I plan on pushing myself everyday so that by the time school starts, I will be able to be on my feet for the entire day without popping any painkillers. I've tried wearing my regular (but expensive) shoes and I can't stay on my feet for more than half an hour. I can tell that they are helping to strengthen my back muscles and my core muscles - my leg muscles too. But like I said before - these shoes DO help with working your muscles, but they aren't miracle workers. You have to do most of the work. They do allow you to stay on your feet longer and therefore workout more. They are extremely comfortable and even fun to wear. I wish that the other colors and models of the Shape-ups came in wide widths - not just the white and black. I would like to have these in another color. White isn't my favorite, but it's required for school.

Anyway, Skechers Shape-ups Metabolize sneakers are great - they will help you immensely if you have foot, arch, or heel pain (like plantar fascitis) or if you have lower back pain like I do. They will not give you the body of Halle Berry or Kate Moss but they will help out more than just any plain running shoe. Don't expect miracles - do expect comfort, style, and possible relief of pain.

I bought these shoes will little expectations. WRONG! I am a large woman with bad knees and back. I put these on in the mornings and wear them all day. They're wonderful when shopping. My knees still get stiff by they don't hurt and to me that's the biggest and best thing. When I don't wear the Skechers I can really tell in my feet and knees. Make sure you buy a little larger. I wear a 10 and bought a 11 because I can't stand my toes to hit the ends of my shoes, and they fit perfectly. Thank you Skechers!

I purchased these Skecher Shape Ups-Metabolize around three or four weeks ago and I love them. I have been going to my chiropractor three and four times a week with back problems and decided to purchase these shoes to see if they would help with the pain. What a difference it has made in my life. My husband and I just come back from out West and I wore these the whole time and can't believe the difference it has made in my life. I am so excited about these shoes. I started out wearing them about four hours for the first week and then started wearing them around eight hours a day and now all day. These shoes are very much worth the money that you pay for them. I haven't been to my Chiropractor in over two weeks. Thank you to the Skecher company. Thank you Amazon for carrying this product.

I decided to investigate these shoes after I saw them advertised on the FitTv channel. I liked the appearance of several models, and so I obtained information on where I could purchase them. I decided on amazon.com since I knew there would be no "shipping cost," and I have been an Amazon customer for a number of years. So far, I have worn the shoes only a couple of times, but I like the way they look and they do seem to exercise certain leg muscles. I wish that more Skechers shoes were avilable in standard AMERICAN sizes!

I was especially pleased that these special shoes came in a WIDE width. Of course, I was anxious to gain the Metabolism benefits, but after 2 weeks, I haven't noticed anything. I don't feel any difference in walking. I am used to walking on fairly steep hills, and haven't experienced any additional effort required with these shoes.
They are well-made and truly comfortable in their WIDE width, but the 'Metabolize' feature eludes me.

wow - I am on my feet for 12 hour shifts and it's not unusual to come home with aching feet and back pain. Plus being plagued by plantar fasciaitis. Not only did the shoes immediately mold to my arch and foot but when I come home now my heel doesn't hurt and I can work much more easily and comfortably. A repair service man from a national chain recommended these and I agree - they are the most comfortable shoes I wear. I had been wearing the mini spring sneakers plus working out 4 days a week so there was no break in time involved. perfect.

I am a confirmed street walker (pun intended) so I was leary of the advertisement with all it claims, having decided to combine my walking with a lo carb intake I decide I was going all in to get this weight down. So for my birthday month I treated me to a pair of shape ups. I am now a believer, they walk like cushions and give my legs the appearance of wearing 4 in heels without the pain. So in 2 weeks i have 6 lbs gone, I know it not just the sneakers but whatever I will take all the help i can get!!!

I've had these shoes for almost a year. I am a stay-at-home mother of 3 and will often wear these all day. After coming home from HI I noticed they DO NOT feel like a walk on the beach (as described), probably because the sole of the toe is more flat than rounded. At first I did feel more sore muscles on the sides of my lower legs just keeping my balance while I ran errands. Now I make a 2ml. loop and feel my calves more. Yes, they are holding up well. Depending on the way I walk and my focus I can feel it more in my hamstrings. Just the fact that I'm walking more is probably helping, but I did tone up a bit w/just my daily errands. If you get these it would be best to focus on the muscles you want to work; and you can get a really good stretch. I would recommed these for teachers and anyone else that are on their feet during the day. The cushioned sole is nice, but possibly a little too squishy for a great workout.

The shoes appear to be a great idea, and I bought a pair for my mother on xmas. The only problem is she needs a wide width and the company only makes these shoes in medium width.

I bought this shoe in May and I love it. I walk three miles a day and could tell a difference in my posture and the muscles in my legs felt like I was getting a good work-out. What I don't like is after four months I have a hole in the sole of the right shoe. I e-mailed Sketcher and ask if the shoe could be resoled but they don't answer negative reviews I guess! Oh well like the shoe, not a good value for $100.00.