What Do You Think About...Reebok EasyTone Shoes

I have never been a fan of Reebok, but I would try these, but not for $119.

I think these sounds like the Swiss-made MBT’s. I own a pair of MBT’s and while pricey (about $250) they are amazing and work many muscles I never knew I had! I found mine on Sierra Trading for a lot cheaper.

Hmmmmm…an interesting idea – needs proving. However, fancy & expensive shoes are unlikely to replace great leg and butt toners like step-ups, lunges, squats, RDLs and quality time on the StairMaster (etc). Personally, I’d rather stick with comfortable quality footwear (have had good experience with New Balance cross trainers) and do the exercises I know produce results.

At least they cost less than MBTs.

Sounds similar to the FitFlop sandals, which I love. I’ve always like Reeboks so I might give them a try.

I agree these sound like the fitflops which I own. They definatly do work your legs so if they are similar only in a sneaker version I would imagine they would help tone your legs etc. Though the fitflops were only $50 much easier on the wallet.

These shoes sound like a badly sprained ankle or worse in the making. They would be great if not for the side to side motion. I have weak ankles so I won’t be rushing out to buy a oair anytime soon.

These sounded great so I tried them out….I never have a lot of time to work out, so anything extra helps. They don’t look dorky either. I love them!

I have a pair of these in silver – I got them a few months ago because my sister works at Reebok. I can definitely feel them working and I don’t feel too unstable at all. It’s just enough to make your muscles work extra hard. I was disappointed by the colors that they choose though – they could have been cute but the white and black are the ugliest things I have ever seen.

There are a lot of these healthy shoes with built-in workouts out there… Earth Footwear, MBT, and FitFlop just to name a few.

I have seen the MBT but they are SO expensive. If Reebok has done the same things for half the price – I am seriously interested. The colors could certainly be better – hard to beleive they passed focus groups. I don’t want to replace my gym time, but enhancing the non gym time seems great.

Logged on to check out feedback for the Reebok EasyTone. Since my MBTs wore out (I suffered a back injury in 2004, as well as weak ankles and knees, and those MBTs are WORTH EVERY PENNY I paid – just can’t afford them now)I was looking for alternatives. Note: To the person who complained of weak ankles, I too had the same problem and the MBT technology (off balance) really does work and strengthen those muscles. Just wish I could afford a new pair. While wearing, did not need tylenol or flexiril for pain/spasms. May give the reeboks a try and find out the return policy. One other note no the MBTs. Read something that the American branch of MBTs company produces substandard products. So from what I read, if you’re opting for the MBT only buy the regular sneakers (not the new lines that include dress shoes, etc.) Check out the MBT website for more info.

I tried them on and they are extremely comfortable, wanted shoes for work (nursing) but don’t want to spend $110

I bought these shoes about a month and a half ago. I definitely notice a big difference in my calf and butt. I walk my dog for about an hour every day and these make it so much easier, as well as toning my leg muscles more. At 100 bucks these are not only a better deal than MBTs but lighter and more comfortable! I highly recommend.

I am thinking about buying either the Reebok, MBT, or any of the others. However, I am still recovering from some older IT band injuries. Should I still get these shoes as long as I am strecthing and exercising properly? Can I jog in the Reebok Easytone’s or any of the others? Thanks

$110 is well worth the investment in these shoes, especially if you are looking for a comfortable shoe that provides great toning at the same time! Would be ideal for anyone who spends a lot of time on their feet

I got a pair of these for $100 a couple of weeks ago and I absolutely love them. I don’t feel that unstable in them. They are very comfortable. I wear them everywhere. I can definitly see the difference in my legs. My friends have even noticed… 2 went out and got these! I highly recommend them!

I just got a pair last night…I found a friend who’s husband works at Lady Footlocker and gave me his discount! I paid a little more than $80 for these. So far, they are so comfy, but I am taking it slow. The first time I wore fit flops all day at work, I strained my back, but it’s been fine ever since. I hope the easy tone’s work, but they are more comfortable than anything so far!!!

Just bought these and I love them. They are the most comfortable sneaker Ever….TBD whether or not I see the toning benefits- but they are like walking on a cushion!!!

Am excited to try on a pair of the Reeboks, as cannot afford the MBT’s and have a severe problem with a very old scar that runs across the whole length of my right foot that is very tender after 40 some years! Maybe this time I can find comfort and work the muscles in areas of the calf , thigh and butt area I need……..
without having to sacrifice to pain in the bottom of my right foot! They look good enough to wear at work, I have given up on suffering for vanity! Wish me luck!

I love these shoes-I am a walker, and I have had some serious problems with my feet. These shoes are terrific, and I think worth every penny!

I cannot sing the praises of the Easytone shoes enough! I am very heavy, and have issues with sore aching feet and legs, and I break down goes easily, and when my feet I walk less which defeats my purpose of weight loss. I have worked more in the past two weeks simply because I feel secure in these shoes, I dont list when I walk like a lot of heavy people do and I do not hurt. I just dont hurt. To an overweight person, lack of mobility is what can take us from obese to superobese. I feel in charge for the first time in a long time, and proud I am walking my way to leaness. I will never buy any other brand of walking shoe again. Best 100 bucks I ever spent.

I have a pair of MBT’s. Not the most attractive shoe — very orthopedic looking. Anyway, I ended up badly spraining my ankle while wearing them. The sole is so thick that it is easy to twist your ankle, especially if walking on uneven surfaces. The Reebok’s look more like a regular sport shoe and not so clunky. Definitely nicer looking than the MBT’s and 1/2 the price. I might give them a try.

I’m a MBT fan, just bought their new Tataga Denim last week. When I found Easytone, I tried to order on-line but seems out of stock everywhere! Anyone can tell me where to get it?

I just got the Easy tone shoes they seem good I’ve been on the treadmill for 3 days 40 mins each & don’t feel any soreness or difference, so not sure that they are doing anything different, but they feel good to walk in. I also have a pair of MBT’s but can’t wear them if I tie them tight my feet hurt & get numb if I loosen them I get blisters, so sorry I spent the money on them.

I would love to try a pair of these shoes. I am a 6 1/2, are they true to size? My feet tend to get numb when I walk if the shoe is too tight so sometimes I buy a size 7 and then they stretch too much.

I have these shoes and I love them.

I bought these a month ago and I absolutely LOVE! them. It feels as if you are walking on a cloud. My calves are no longer jiggly, they are toned nicely and since i’m so happy to have these, i put them on and walk a mile or two every morning. I wore them to work once, but felt very worn out by the end of the day, so i wont do that again. I wear them to the grocery store and to do errands, and it’s paying off, my legs are getting longer and leaner. thanks Reebok. PS I like mine they are silver and blue.

I just bought these in blue and white at Dick’s Sporting Goods. WOW, these are unbelievably comfortable! I too suffered from soreness after my walks and ventured out to find a shoe that would work. I tried on several name brand styles and the EasyTone Inspire was by far, hands down the one for me! They look great, feel great, and worth every penny! Way to go Reebok!

To those who own the shoes: Do you think they slim down your calves? I am interested in the shoes, but I am worried they will bulk-up my calves.

I like them, I bought them and have wore them twice now, my legs do feel like I am getting more of a workout when I walk.

I just got a tack stuck in the bottom of my shoe, the bottom poppedout, 3 days after I bought them. I called Reebok and they

said the warranty does not cover stepping on a tack and I would have to buy another pair. I just hear a loud air gushing out sound and uneven shoes. A wasted $110.

After running in Nike for years, 6 months ago I purchased a pair of Reebok Premier Running shoes. My feet felt better than ever and increased mileage didn’t seem to bother my knees. After hearing about Easytone I saw these great looking shoes at Lady FootLocker and purchased them last week. Wow! Comfy and a unique technology.

I was a skeptic, but wanted to try them. I already go to the gym a couple of times a week, walk the dog, use the stairmaster, etc. I got them about 3 weeks ago, and I can feel the difference. Surprisingly, my husband actually told me this weekend when he saw me ni exercise clothes that I look different. I didn’t find them a big adjustment in terms of feeling unstable- I did have a little hip pain in one side one night, but it resolved, and also had problems with hitting my second toe on both feet, causing a blister. The uppers are not leather (pricey for vinyl, but I guess you’re paying for the technology), but I used moleskin, and that plus the breaking in they have dose has taken care of it. I got them on-line at Dick’s on Mother’s Day- there was a 20% off promotion, plus I have jackpot rewards. I’m very pleased that I got them, and won’t walk the dog or back and forth from the parking lot to work without them.

Thanks for all the comments but I am still wondering can you wear them to the gym? When strength training, walking on the stair master and the elliptical? I can’t seem to find out if it is safe….

I recently bought it and I wear them when I’m on the treadmill and elliptical. They work just fine. I have noticed my calves getting more defined. I like them so far, they are also very comfortable. It’s worth the money just for the comfort.

The Easytones are cheap balloon shoes.

I love them! Just got them today, and went on my walk. They are very cushy, but I can really tell the difference in my leg workout. I have the white/green and they are attractive. The price is not bad for the quality, and reebok sent them free shipping, just have to pay sales tax (six something for me)

Just looking at some of the previous comments, I also wore them with a small free weight workout I do twice a week, 2 reps with light hand weights running in place 30 secs in between, and they are just fine.

Sorry to comment again, but noticing a post about size, I have worn Reebok for years and I always use a 1/2 size larger than my normal shoe size. They always fit perfect, as with this order.

I just bought a pair of these and I’m loving them so far. I bought the green/white ones from Dick’s…if you have an Entertainment Book, there’s a $20 off coupon. As for size, I found that I wear my regular (9.5)in this shoe. I also wear the FitFlops and the Kmart version: TheraSandals…they do the same thing for $9.99 on sale. I have noticed a difference in my butt & legs with the FitFlops, so I’m hoping the Easytone will help me out at work and when I can’t wear the sandals

I was talking with someone from Reebok the other day. They said you can wear them in the gym while doing light weights, squats, and while walking on the elliptical. However, they don’t recommend running on them for more then a minute and are not recommended for lateral movements such as tennis and basketball. Otherwise, its a great shoe. I’m still saving up to get a pair.

If they work as well as MTB’s, they’ve got my vote. What they do for shaping your calves, ankles, upper thighs and butt is quite amazing.

I have had my easytones for a little over a month now & though they are soft & cushy to walk in I do not feel any soreness or see any difference in tone as far as legs/butt go. Also, they make my feet sweat more than my other tennis shoes (perhaps the vinyl?) I do feel a bit unstable when I walk & maybe it will strengthen my ankles more but I will stick to doing gym workouts as these shoes will not be the answer to getting more tone.

i like the shoes but i can’t afford them BTW i will not pay $110 for those shoes no matter how awsome they are.the price is waaaay to over-rated

How do they hold up biking or spinning? Or would they probably not be fit for it? Sort of like you supposedly shouldn’t run for too long in them or do any heavy weight training in them?

I’ve had mine for about 3 weeks and can’t be happier. I’m a runner so I’d live in running shoes if I could, but these are a great alternative. Soooo cozy and I can feel some benefit too (calves, glutes etc). I don’t believe for one minutes that they’d make an overweight person skinny OR replace regular exercise, but they are comfortable, look better than MBTs and make your muscles work a bit harder while you’re walking around. Do not try to run in them though, they are not designed for it!!!

Just got a pair of sandals yesterday! Are they ever confortable!!! Just like walking on a cloud, so soft and bouncy. I do feel that you have to tighten your self for balance, thats probably why they do work! I am looking foreward to buying a shoe nxt paycheck
Don’t know for the states but in Canada a few select Reebok outlets carry them and they are part of th BOGO deal, so that a good way to get a discount on the new stuff!

Has anyone tried Skechers shape ups? I bought a pair a Modell’s last week, they arent the cutest shoes I have ever owned but I love them so far! Very comfortable and it feels like its working!

I noticed then at a shoe store but was more interested in the ‘cushions’ because I have back problems. I absolutely love them and am looking for another pair.

Love these shoes. Very comfortable and didn’t have to break them in. I will buy another pair but it seems that I have to order them online to get different styles.

I both Reeboc’s Easytone about a month ago. General walking feels great. However, when I walk the dog at a more brisk pace, they tend to cause my heel to ’slide’ to the side of the shoe when I am walking on hills. I feel like I am walking on the side of the shoe, so I have to stop to adjust them to sit straight on my foot. Any suggestions?

I have MBT shoes that I loved wearing except for a few issues (mostly being too snug and wearing out now). Once thing I noticed is any pain in my knees was resolved when I was wearing them. I need to buy a new pair of tennies and am going to buy the easytone. The person who commented on their ankles being weak, I can honestly say that these stability shoes would probably be a lifesaver for you.

I have a pair and I love them. They are comfortable, and you can really feel them working your leg muscles. They don’t look bad either (compared to some of the other shoes out there that promise to do the same job), and at $99.00 at Dick’s Sporting Goods, they are a good buy.

I just got these yesterday and at the store they felt cushy and comfortable. However when I wore them out my feet got numb and I had to take them off from the pain. They were cutting off my circulation and I was even wearing thin socks and didnt have them on that tight. I’m returning them. I wore my regular size.

I bought these at Famous Footwear in KS for $69 plus they had a 20% coupon deal. Love them! They don’t feel like the MBT to me. I couldn’t afford MBT’s either. Skecher now has a MBT like shoe — approx. $110 at Famous Footwear. My Reebok EasyTones are white and pink for breast cancer awareness.

I am interested in the EasyTone shoe. I have had knee reconstruction and would love to firm up the backs of my legs. Can anyone comment on this for me?

Bought them tonight, lasted one min. on treadmill. Would be good for outside, but they DO NOT work on a treadmill…almost broke my neck! They wouldn’t “grip” on the treadmill so it felt like I was walking on ice.

Ok, so I saw the add for the Easytone shoes and sandals, and want them sooo bad! I’m getting married in November and of course want to look my best My problem is I can not seem to find any place to get them in Manitoba, and am having no luck finding somewhere to buy them from online in Canada. I am willing to pay the shipping, but ordering from the US seems as though it is going to cost an additional $50…can someone help me out here??? I will call and order from any store, if I just knew what store to contact?!?!?!?!?!?

my wife is a senior citizen and has had foot issues since birth plus ankle and food surgery, etc. she bought a pair of easytones at Dillards in AZ. from what she says she really likes them except for the price ($100 plus tax). i would recommend going to any store that stocks them and try them on to find your correct size.

I tried on a pair in Lady Foot Locker yesterday, they have a new color combo out that’s kinda fun. They were incredibly comfortable, and putting my old sneakers on was disappointing. I’m just having trouble justifying $100 for new sneakers, when there were others there seriously on sale. I know these different from regular sneakers, and I think the point in to boost your workouts if you’re already active, and I could feel my muscles engaged more. If I could find them for less somewhere I would definitely get a pair, or wait till they maybe go on sale?

They are going to be in SportChek and Footlocker stores. Maybe give Reebok customer service a call and see if they can help you. I think they will also be in Reebok outlet stores. I think the launch of the shoes has been a bit delayed.

I’ve been interested in these shoes for the last couple of months.. I just can’t afford them. I work in a fast paced restaurant where I’m constantly moving and I think these shoes would help tone my legs even more.

I’m from the UK and I bought the Reebok Easy Tone Trainers a couple of weeks ago, they are the best trainers I ever bought. I am a gym addict so I’m looking to buy another pair to match my gym wear, you can get custom made ones here in the UK, I can’t wait to pick my own colours, they are more expensive to buy custom made but worth it in my opinion.

hello those who were complaining or concerned about the colors or the look of the shoe. I have them and I customized them on reebok.com you pick your textures and colors for YOUR shoe.

There is no quick fix to good old fashion exercise. However, these shoes appear to be a lower cost version of the Swiss MBT technology. If they are remotely as effective as my MBT shoes, I’m sold. Even at the $100 price tag. If you suffer any type of foot pain, lower back pain, try the MBT technology. I am very happy to see other brands, (Reebox & Skechers) jump on board and offer a more affordable version of this technology.

My daughter bought a pair of these for me because I’d heard about them and wanted a pair! When I initially tried them on, they felt wonderful!! Unfortunately after a quick 2-mile jaunt around my usual walking path, I had to hobble to my car. The balls of my feet were screaming!!! I’m used to walking, I go 5-7 miles a day without a problem, so I was excited to think that the Reeboks might add a little oompf to my workout. Unfortunately I’m going to have to return them. I may try the Skechers shapeups or the MBT. Anyone else have this problem?

Terribly designed shoes. These should only be worn if you stand in one place all day. After a few 3-5 mile walks, the bottom of my foot & toe really started to hurt. I took the shoe and went to see my Dr. He told me these shoes do not bent at the proper place on your foot. It appears this caused my big toe to hyperextend and crack my sesamoid bone on the bottom of my foot. I’ve been in a foot brace for 5 weeks so far.

I found my Easy Tone Go Outside at Footsmart.com -I have worn them for walking twice for 2 miles, and I really feel the difference in my legs and backside. My ankles do not bother me afterwards. I have never spent this much on a sneaker before, but I have to say that these are great!

I bought these sneakers about a month ago. They were fine at first on shorter walks with my dog, they do not stand up to running or tennis, I felt like I was crippled after using them for these activities with terrible pain from the bottom of my heel and ankles, I have not seen a marked difference in leg toning, but they are attractive to look at on the plus side!!

I bought a pair two days ago and LOVE THEM. They are worth every penny. I have worn them both days to walk my dogs and my calves are definately sore which means they were working harder than with a regular shoe. The shoes are very comfortable with the exception of a little soreness in my feet the first walk. This discomfort went away with the second walk and I think it was just my feet getting used to the challenge the shoe presents for the muscles!

DO NOT BUY! TOTAL RIP OFF! I bought the Reebok Easy Tone shoes 7/16/09. They completely deflated by 9/16/09 (that’s when I noticed it). I never ran or played sports in them. I walked approx one and a half hours a day in them. Reebok will not help and the place where I bought them from only takes exchanges if the shoes are not worn. I absolutely loved these shoes. They were the most comfortable shoes I had ever had, but only lasting 2 months does not make them economical. I just went out and bought a pair of the Skechers Shape Ups. They are very comfortable and they don’t have anything in them to deflate!!! Otherwise, walking in the Skechers feels much like the Reebok Easy Tones.

These shoes are pretty comfortable (they fit better than most reeboks). Though I’m not sure if they’re working or not, they just came in and i’ve only worn them for a day, i can feel it in my feet and so far that’s about it. I’ll give them a week, but so far the effects are minimal.
Note to Canadians, you must order these online, do not waste your time going from store to store searching. I did this in both edmonton and toronto, and though the website says there are stores that carry them in canada, this is a lie.

I bought these while on vacation over the summer and absolutely love them. I always hated wearing sneakers bc they would hurt more than my heels even when I would spend well over $200 per pair. As soon as I slipped these on, I knew I would have a hard time parting. I hate wearing closed shoes during the summer and I found myself only wanting to wear these.

They surely don’t replace a work-out but they help with your work-out. When I wear these while doing squats and lunges, I find myself using different muscles because of the stability “ball” under the soles. And when not working out, they are great for just walking. I actually miss the ball when I wear other flat shoes.

My only problem now is finding a similar alternative to wear in the house. Does anyone know of a slipper with the same technology?

I bought these shoes about 2 months ago and have tried to wear them a few times, I didn’t notice any improvement just that my toes went numb after a half hour of walking in them and they are extremely hard to get used to. You tend to walk on the outside of your foot which is hard on my back. When I wore them doing strength training they helped me use different muscles, Not impressed with them and I don’t beleive they are worth the money.

I tried on these shoes and bought a pair because they are so comfortable. However I have returned them because my heel pulls up in the shoe so much. It’s like the back of my foot is coming out of the shoe. I tried a smaller size and the same thing happened. My sister had the same problem.
Has anyone else noticed this ?

I got a pair of these about 2 or so months ago and i absolutely LOVE them! I wear them most days, on a brisk walk on my lunch break and on my daily mile long commute to work and i think they’ve made a huge difference! I’m so much more toned and defined in my legs and butt and the bonus is they look great! Well worth every penny

I bought these last weekend (I’m in Canada, they do sell them at Sports Expert) and I like them alot they are very comfortable. And I think it is working, my legs hurt more than usual! And to Jeani Bjorkman: I did notice that one of my heels seems to want to come out, but only on 1 side cause my foot is smaller than the other.

I had a similar pair – Earth shoes – wore them to the gym – may have been the first mistake. They were comfy, but I suffer tendonitis, and the shoes made this problem worse. It has been a year now – not wearing the shoes, and I am still battling foot pain.

I would be curious to see how these shoes work with Denise Austin’s Blast Away the Pounds – Indoor Walk or the Ztrainer portable trainer!

I purchased a pair of easytone inspire about a week ago and I haven’t wanted to take them off. They are the most comfortable tennis shoes I have ever owned.

I am needing another pair for vacation. This is the most amazing tennis shoe I have ever worn. I really dont like tennis shoes. But they work my entire body. I always work out and I have had these for a few months and they enhance my workout. Worth every penny. Just wish they were more attractive.

I was considering the Sketchers Shape-ups until I saw these. I’d be interested to know how they compare.

These shoes don’t sit well with me from a biomechanical perspective…
Granted, they DO admit there is some structure in the shoe forcing you to do more work hinting at some sort of mechanism; but they don’t ever explain it.
This is however, the most troubling part; a shoe that forces you to expend more energy with every step will limit your overall endurance capabilities.
If you’re a distance runner, this is catastrophic.
If you have pathological ankles, it’s just as bad.
And if you’re just looking to burn calories and firm up, the extra expended energy per step may decrease the total distance you can run thus not really causing you to burn more.
While this is obviously just theoretical speculation,

…while this is all just theoretical speculation, there must be laboratory proof of muscle activation patterns and recorded energy costs to prove the shoe does in fact do what they claim.
Finally, is a shoe that forces you to do more work per step actually healthy from a joint, endurance, or health perspective?

Would anyone recommend these for people with wider feet? My biggest issue with most tennis shoes is that they are mostly for narrower feet. NB, Nike and ASICS tend to cause awful cramps where my feet are wider than the narrowest part of the sole. I’ve found most Adidas shoes come in wider fits, but I haven’t had a pair of Reeboks since I was a kid… Hm. I have wide and flat-ish feet. Would you recommend these shoes for me?

I have the FitFlops and i love them, but winter is approaching and I’d like to keep my toes for another year.

NEVER use these for sports…
it’s one of their major drawbacks; the instability pockets they put in the sole make them dangerous during lateral movement.
if you’ve got flat feet, you’re ankle structure is probably naturally loose (flat feet come from a depressed longitudinal arch on the inner part of the foot) and this looseness is already a lot to handle without the added instability.
the best path is to simply find a comfortable shoe that lets you move well wh

…while focusing on foot, ankle, and calf strengthening exercises in the gym.
Don’t fall for the marketing of these shoes… there are much better and safer ways to tone buns and legs (probably more fun too!)

Just received a pair 4 days ago. I love them! I use them while taking my 1 mile walks and can feel a difference in my legs.

I have gained some weight after I turned 40 and have Plantar Fasciitis, these shoes are a daily life saver. I can walk with my 10 year old in the mall and around town with no pain. I feel 20 years old again. I wish Reebok would make these is mens for my son. He is heavier and gets tired easily. Also I messed up the bottom of the shoe and customer service exchanged them for me. I will be buying more of these shoes, PLEASE do not stop making them.

I just ordered mine, very excited to try them out. I’ve noticed price is a factor to many, so I wanted to pass this on. I ordered mine today online at http://www.footsmart.com and entered promo code smsshoe3 and saved 15% and FREE SHIPPING! Which brought the $109 cost on the Easytone Go Outside down to $93. Any savings help, thought I’d pass it alone.

Sorry everyone, Heather again, my last message I entered the promo code incorrectly its wmsshoe3.

I live in utah, and ordered my shoes from jcpenney very excited to get them and try them out. I work in a kitchen and am on my feet most of the day so it will be interesting to see if I get any results!!! also jcpenney had them on sale for 89.99 plus a $15 coupon so I spent $80 that is pretty comparable if you want a good shoe.

After reading a ton of comments, and searching the web for the best prices, I bought the shoes. Can’t wait to get them. I’ll be using them indoors over the Winter but when Summer comes around I’ll get a good 3 miles a day in the outside! I bought mine at foot locker for $79.00 bucks PLUS $10.00 off ( because I spent more than $50.00 ) My total came to just under $77.00 INCLUDING shipping. The white/green ones are for this price only.

I would like to know can you use these to work in? I am a dental assistant and wear tennis shoes for 9 hours a day. would these shoes be able to be worn that long?

@ Biomech Skeptic – I can understand what you’re saying, in theory, but I have to disagree in practice. I can’t speak to the Reebok EasyTones yet, I’m here doing research before trying them. But, I can speak to the benefits of MBT’s.

I’m EXTREMELY flat-footed, I’ve always had extremely weak ankles, I have a 6 year old massive knee injury (3 ligaments), I have a bad back, and weak hamstrings from the surgery to repair my knee, as well as fibromyalgia. I KNOW, I’m a mess!

I bought the MBT’s about 2 months ago, at the suggestion of some people who’d seen me in pain – and these shoes have changed my life. Parts of my lower legs that I thought had atrophied during my knee recovery are becoming very well-developed. My ankles, which were beginning to look like elephants, from the stresses on them, and the injuries to them, now look and feel like normal, human ankles. My knees feel less strain. And, the FIRST thing I’d noticed is how much better my posture was, immediately.

It’s my opinion that wearing these MBT’s has strengthened me, all over. I have a LOT LESS pain, and my added strength has improved my overall physical confidence. If the Reebok EasyTones can do this for less money (and I’ll test them well, before I buy), I’m all for them!

BTW, I don’t much like the Sketchers. They’re better than regular sneakers, but not in the same league as my MBT’s.

I just ordered my Easytones from Footlocker.com and used the promotional code LKS19V99 for $20 off. For my $99.00 shoes, my final total was $92.42. I can’t wait to get them!!!!

I have tried MBT’s and these shoes are formulated just like them. The issue is that they are designed for everyday walking and may be useful while doing leg exercises such as lunges and squates. However, when it comes to more intense exercise like jogging, running, or walking on anything other than a completely flat surface they can be harmful to your back and cause you to trip. If you live in tennis shoes sure these are great for everyday errands but not so much for a gym workout or jog.

I own MBTs and I love them got to give these a try! By the way anyone that owns MBTs can resole them at resoleamerica.com

I see the Reebok EasyTone shoes as a way to get a little extra “oomph” from my ordinary walking activities (i.e. while shopping, doing yardwork, etc.). Due to the inherent instability in the soles, I’d never use them for exercise activities where balance would be an issue. But I’m really looking forward to getting a pair so I can get a little more workout from my daily activities, on top of my regular exercise routines, which I conduct in traditional “gym” shoes.

I have a big dog that needs 2 long (1hr. +) walks per day. This takes a good chunk of time out of my day and I find it hard to add time at the gym. These shoes sound like a great way to step up the walks that I am already taking. I think it’s silly to expect them to replace the gym, but a good way to augment and enhance your current excersize plan.

I went to dicks today and tried them on, im having the same problem with them the ankle/heel it slips up and down rubbing even with a smaller size, i know this is going to be a problem because i have a pair of newbalance that do that too and I get blisters. Anyone else?

@ Flatfoot
I am glad to hear MBTs have been such a lifesaver… and I do secretly hope that EasyTones are another miracle shoe.
I guess I’m quietly seething at the marketing ploy of the commerical I saw (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qCHKXICefFw) and the lack of total disclosure in terms of risks and research that these shoes represent.
I’m flatfooted myself and have multiple ankle and shin problems because of it so I can definitely understand the desire for a shoe like this.
I just hope those that do purchase it do so knowing the limitations and potential risks involved as Reebok doesn’t seem to publish research results.

I’m a Sketchers fan but the Sketchers leg toning shoes look like rocking chairs for your feet, I’m not a fan of this brand, never have been because my grandma wore them when I was a kid, but these shoes I would actually wear out in public like when I go shopping or walking and stuff because they are cute and get good use out of them.

Has anybody tried the AVON – CURVES TONING TRAINER?

I been using these shoes for a month I am on my feet a lot (nursning) and i do feel them wroking out my muscles but have not seen any results on my legs they are the same to me so I dont know I have mixed feeling aobut them they are really cute too good style compare to the other ones

I’m going today to check out the easy tones. I’m very excited to try these out. I bought my last pair of tennis shoes from The Sports Autority. They offer insurance for your shoe purchase. If they breakdown you file a claim and receive a check for the amount you paid for the shoe. Getting ready to turn in my Nike ($115), insurance ($15) for the reeboks. It will be like getting them for $15!

Infinitely more attractive than MBT’s. And I’m not sure they’re really very similar. They feel really awesome, though. I only have one problem with them. A little unstable when wet. Slips super easy.

I am flat footed and have patella femoral syndrome. I definitely need to wear medial arch supports in all my shoes. How is the arch support in these?

Are these shoes recommended for runners? or are they strictly for walking and doing standing or stepping exercises?

Are the Easy Tone Rebook shoes recommended for runners? or are they strictly for walking, standing, stepping workouts?

I can’t believe how many people aren’t willing to pay $100 for a good pair of shoes. Especially people who are on their feet all day! After two foot surgeries I can tell you that a better pair of shoes is ALWAYS worth the price. (If you doubt me just factor in foot pain every night or time off -usually a month of recovery per foot!)

For me and my partner, they are a godsend.

I got them because of chronic problems with my right ankle, after reading these comments, and after cross-comparing with the Sketchers competitor. I chose the Reebok over the Sketchers because of the 360 degree fine muscle activity. The Sketchers actually felt better as far as the ankle was concerned, keeping it very level and straight as I walked, but that’s not really what I wanted. I wanted to strengthen those lateral muscles that stabilize the foot naturally.

Besides…the Reebok were cuter.

After two days of wearing these shoes, the pain is nearly gone, my knees are more stable as well, an unexpected benefit, as it the fact that my lower back feels ten years younger. I figure skate and balanced joint strength is vital. I’ve already noticed a difference in the stability of my edges.

I encouraged my partner, who also skates, to try them out. Her feet are the exact opposite of my flat frog feet, having very high arches which have always been difficult to fit with running shoes of any brand. She tried these on…and walked out of the store with them, with a spring in her walk I haven’t seen in years.

These shoes have a marvelous added benefit I haven’t seen mentioned anywhere. The ball at the toe encourages you to use your toes around it as you walk and squat…very necessary for skating, but also for healthy strong feet in general. Most shoes discourage toe action, being basically hard shell casings around the toes. This encourages it…in fact, demands it. I suspect that’s where much of its “28%” added benny comes from. They challenge fine muscles, not the big ones, and those little suckers use up lots of energy.

If you don’t use that, if you passively let the shoes do the work, I can see where people could have some of the problems described above.

I have limited funds for something like this, but when these wear out, I guarantee, I’m going back for more.

Do these shoes run true to size?

I just bought my first pair of easytones. I have always had foot pain no matter what and now these feel great!!!

So I have ALWAYS been a Nike runner shoe person and ADIDAS sandals, but since I dont always have time to go work out I am thinking of cheating on my new Nikes, and since these are only $99 I am thinking of trying them, your feed back really helped me make my decision….thx everyone

I bought these shoes just the other day after trying them on! I though they would feel funny but they are surprisingly comfortable! They are very soft to walk in sort of like walking on sand! I dont know whether or not my back side will look any better after wearing them but I intend to find out! I am a nurse and am on my feet a lot a work which is where I wear these so hopefully they are worth the $104.00 I spent on them!

I’m wearing my new pair today. I’ve had them on for 2 hours, and can definitely feel my legs getting a work out. Plus, I like the fact that they don’t look as dorky as the MBT’s.

I loved mine while they lasted. They definitely worked you and were extremely comfortable. They only lasted a month or two before I walked the bottom off of them so they would squish air out each step I took.

Has anyone worn both the EasyTone and FitFlops? I’m interested in how they compare. I live in my FitFlops and would love to be able to work out in them, but they’re not really made for that (since they’re flip flops, duh.) I have flat feet and plantar fasciitis and my FitFlops have given me my life back. Any comparisons are greatly appreciated!!

I’ve been wearing EasyTones nearly everyday for almost a month. I work in a big box store and walk/stand on concrete all day. These are definitely relieving some of the fatigue my feet and legs normally felt. I haven’t noticed any instability, nor have I noticed any “toning”, but the comfort is well worth the price.

I’ve owned the fitflops for about a year now. They are beyond comforable, but I don’t think they have done a thing to “tone” my legs. I have a feeling it’s the same with these shoes.

these shoes are very comfy and after walking a few blocks at a fast pace my calf muscles were fatigued… i think they work.

I bought them….they were great until I was unlucky enough to step on a tack and deflated the front ball I would recommend that you wear them ONLY indoors (such as a Gym environment) I have also used the MBT before but they are not cute at all….and I would not recommend wearing them in a gym they are way to heavy.

I just got a pair my calves are sore as hell already only dislike is I wish the sneaker looked like a 100.00 pair I bought them from lady footlocker

I would try these shoes but the advertised commercial has no cultural competency. We have too many issues involving the dangers of negative self image, that showing a perfectly sculpted woman’s body with talking breasts and leaving a final image of her backside bending over frankly disgusts me. I’ll never wear anything that says Reebok ever again in my life. I’ll discourage anyone from supporting something so thoughtless and objectifying of women.

Can you actually run or do aerobics in these sneakers? Or are they just for walking?

While shape is different, they are the same concept as the Sketchers Shape-ups. The Shape-ups look/are shaped more like the MBT shoes. Pricing is basically the same.

I walk 4 miles a day, I’ve always worn Asics and had no trouble whatsoever. I got a pair of Easytones yesterday and I’m taking them back. By the time I got to mile 2 my feet were killing me . . . I cut the walk short and by the time I got home my feet were numb.

seems a little ridiculous. reminds me of all of those exercise equipment infomercials that are on late at night.

I say don’t waste your money. Go buy a really great pair of real running shoes and hit the road. Sorry ladies..a special shoe won’t make you look like the model on the commercial.

I think the point is to get some toning in for those who don’t have the time to exercise, not to replace exercise.

These shoes are the
most comfortable trainers for my kickboxing program. Since purchasing these, my knees feel better, my shin splints are better, and I have dropped 3 inches around my waist. My life partner Simon is so happy!!!!

They are not at all like MBT’s which I have had for the past 5 years. Nor are they like running shoes- also which I have used daily. Both are great in their own right….

The Reeboks feel fabulous and there is no stability issue- so far the most favorite shoe I have owned- and cheaper than all the rest.

Would they be good for someone who doesnt get much time to work out but is on her feet alot?

i bought a pair of easy tone after about 2 months my left shoe popped so i would not recomend buying these shoes

I have the sketcher shape ups same thing as easy tone and love them! Avon makes a pair for 50.00

I have had these shoes for about two months and I love them. I walk my dogs every morning and evening and have noticed a big difference in just the few miles we trek. Like many, I don’t have huge amounts of time to get to the gym, so these reasonably priced shoes have been a great purchase.

Are many of you finding that the ball wears out after the 2 month mark? After reading all the comments, it seems like 2 months is the shelf life of these shoes, which is pretty short, considering how much they cost, and how little exercise you can actually do in them.

After reading all the comments above and doing a little more research I was sold on these sneakers.
I went and bought a pair at Lady Foot Locker and wore them around the mall – they are way comfortable and I could feel some muscle differences.
I have now used them on the treadmill (for speed walking and elevation only). My only complaints are my feet feel really hot and my heel does come out a little when walking super fast.

My mother baught me the shoes for my birthday and i love them. wearing them, i felt like i was standing on a trampoline.

I love these shoes. I am a plus size girl who was out of shape & with a big foot (size 11). I bought these 1 week before we went to D.C. this summer. I wore them for 3 days touring D.C. I thought i might have a problem but they where great! Now i can’t stand my other tennis shoes they don’t feel as comfortable. After D.C. i started wearing these on my treadmill and just doing errands. I can tell the differance. Plus they help me jump start my workout routine. I now am able to run on the treadmill, but not in these shoes. (I was told at lady footlocker not to use them for anything else but walking.) My mom & sister thought I was crazy becasue of the price but I would buy them again!I would pay anything as long as my feet don’t hurt at the end of the day.

I bought these about a week ago, I am on my feet the whole eight hours I work. I don’t feel the workout as I’m working; however I am sore after I take my shoes off. I like them.

My Easy Tones are extremely comfortable until I’ve had them on for about a mile into my walk and then the front of my foot gets numb. It helps a little to loosen the shoe laces. They do work my legs though. I’m hesitant about returing them because they are comforatable and I can see the results.

This are the most uncomfortable shoe I have ever worn and not worth the money I spent. Don’t do it.

I haven’t seen a shoe in a really long time that has caught my eye like the new Reebok Easytone. I am really excited about these shoes an would love to try them.

I’m really interested in purchasing the reebok easytone, but they are very expensive! I’m also wondering if you are able to run in them, i’m very active and go for walks and running and i want to know if they are apropriate for workouts, it would be so much help if someone could tell me.

I am going to buy a pair of these shoes but when doing some research I found that there were several types of the “easytone” shoe. Can anyone clarify the differences between the different shoes?

I’M THINKING OF TRYING THEM….I HAD KNEE SURGERY AND OF COURSE THE MUSCLE AROUND THE KNEE’S BECOME WEAK. I’M IN THE GYM NOW WITH A PERSONAL TRAINER WORKING ON SOME OF THOSE MUSCLE THAT THE SHOES SAY THEY INCREASE…IT WONT HURT TO HAVE THOSE MUSCLE ON CHECK ALL DAY LONG I THINK IN THE LONG RUN IT WILL BE GOOD FOR ME AND CONTINUE THE GYM.
I will comment back after a couple of months of trying them out…I still have some pain if any body has had knee surgery you know what I’m talking about…

Re-iterating some and answering to a few previous posts:
-EasyTones come in ‘Wide’ sizes
-EasyTones also come as Flipflops
-These great shoes are NOT for Running or Tennis or Sports such as Basketball etc..

As someone stated earlier, these are meant for everyday walking, such as non-workouts – walking to the grocery store, park etc.. and pls Don’t go nuts walking over 2 miles the very first day of use!! Give your body time to adjust – it is different from time to ‘break-in’. In any case these shoes don’t need breaking into, but your body does need to get used to these…..so build up the time spent walking in these. Just like you wouldn’t advise an absolute beginner at cardio to walk 4 miles the very first day!!

these shoes are amazing i bought them at my store purely because they were very comfy i didnt care about the leg shapping and stuff. to my very pleasant surprise they have fixed my posture my feet no longer turn in my shin splints are gone and my lower back is pain free! added that afetr 3 weeks of waering them at work 8 hrs a day my legs look totally different im amazed they do what they say and sooooo much more. i may have bought these cheaper but i would pay the $100 for them anyday. as a matter of fact i am buying them for my mom and sister for christmas.

I can honestly say that I am a big fan, the easy tone shoes work very well. I am a nurse and I spend most of the day on my feet and I thought I’d wear them see how they worked and after wearing them and walking around in them, I would recommend them to everyone! They are comfortable and you can feel it in your calfs and thighs with in minutes. I have three pairs and I want more!!! Great Job REEBOK!!

I tried the EasyTone sneakers and was not a fan.

I far prefer the SmartSole Exercise Insole
(http://www.smartsole.com) My trainer recommended them to me. They are super comfortable and you can wear them to tighten and tone in any flat shoe. So you are burning extra calories while you are just running errands. The EasyTone sneakers are only designed to be worn when working out. I also found the code fit10 on the Prevention website which saved me 10% on my smartsole fitness insoles.

I have had a pair since June and I must say that while I had numbness and pain on the bottom of my feet the first few times walking in them that dissipated and they are fantastic!! I use them on cardio equipment and for weight training they are the most comfortable – I tried the Curves shoe did not like…

Remember that there are different models and if you are using for outdoor use you need to purchase the outdoor walker. Many have asked if they fit wide feet – they do come in wide sizing and I wear my regular foot size.

I have worked in the shoe industry for a couple of years now. There have been several brands that have attempted similar styles to this Reebok. There is one major difference I see with the MBT and the Reebok. The MBT is designed with what we call a negative heel. This is designed to create a rocker sole on the shoe, basically rolling the foot through the walking motion. Conversly the Reebok has a flat sole built on two wabbly air pockets. The concept is correct in the sense that it forces your muscles to work harder. My experience with people that have foot, leg, and back problems that this is not a good long term solution. It is better to have a comfortable shoe that gives you proper support, that it is to have a comfortable shoe that delibarately creates instability. If you are interested in working out those parts of your body and don’t have much time, I would recommended doing palates or something like that from the comfort of your home. I have concerns about the long-term effects of wearing a shoe built like this one.

I had a pair of the MBTs and aside from being ugly and uncomfortable (they’re plastic, NOT leather) no matter how long I wore them I never felt anything. Well, I felt taller and Frankenstein-like. But no extra muscle action…proving my legs and butt are much stronger than I’d realized. Or maybe my body mechanics are just good from long habit. I expected at minimum the smaller stabilizer muscles would feel some work…but nothing. But then I don’t find walking in soft sand difficult, either. And I’m no gym rat!

Still, I’ll be trying out the Reeboks not so much for the supposed toning action but because they seem really comfortable for all-day wear and the ones I tried on (to ensure right size before asking for them as a gift) in the store were surprisingly nice. The MBTs were not (the heel portion of the sole has some squish but no padding at all inside the shoe) and made my feet hot.

If your lower body is weak this type of shoe may help. If it’s already strong, don’t expect to notice anything much.

these shoes maybe as advertised, however, if you don’t fit into the narrow/regular width foot they are not available for you. also, they don’t manufactor men’s sizes for women to move to when the smaller women’s sizes will not fit. bought from competitor.

The commercial I saw really got me interested in these shoes but from reading reviews on this site and others… Makes me change my mind about them. For $100-$124 dollars… they better be cute. They also better be made to walk, run, jog, lift weights, and everything else in them. From what I read about the shoes… The are not made to run in or lift heavy weights. Definitely not worth $100 dollars.

I bought the Sketchers because Sketchers always fit me better than Reeboks. They are cute in black and white with tiny rhinestones by each eyelet. I have used them at the gym for treadmill, elliptical and weight training as well as around the house and I love the feel.

To Michele…Monica wants the Reeboks for Christmas.

At Reebok.com you can customize your own pair so that you get colors that are actually cute, instead of the ugly pre-made styles they have. I just made a blue and yellow pair and it was lots of fun!

I am interested in the Easytone, but..I feel like (and my shoes look like) I am leaning, walking -don’t know which-to the outside of my legs and feet. Will these shoes, or any shoes, help correct this?

I bought these just over a week ago at Dicks. I was concerned about the wearing out after reading the comments here, so I purchased the shoe warranty for $12. If they wear out, as some people have said, they will replace the shoes.

I work a p/t where I’m on my feet 7 hours a day/3 days per week. I wore them for every shift last week and had no problems with my feet feeling numb as some other people had stated, and my feet aren’t nearly as sore as they are when I wear any of my Adidas sneakers. That was my main reason for purchasing them, so any other benefit will be icing on the cake!

FWIW, I have run on the treadmill with them twice. I did 2 1/2 miles in them earlier today. While they may not be “made” for running, I don’t have a problem with them and again, they’re more comfortable than my “running” shoes.

Just got a pair this weekend. Went out for a walk and can totally feel the muscles that are being worked. So far so good..