Sketchers

You've probably seen these shoes around - or even own some yourself. The more and more I see these shoes, the more ridiculous I think they look. The website claims that due to their rounded sole, it causes you to roll forward making you shift your weight. You then are able to center yourself by using your core muscles. This results in a firmer legs, butt, back and abs, all without ever stepping in a gym! This sounds.... fantastic! Now if they really worked, and didn't look so hideous, I'm sure I would have already bought my own! So instead of trying these sneakers out myself, I've decided to watch one female co-worker (nicknamed Sketchers, for obvious reasons) that has bought them. Sketchers has recently come back from maternity leave - her second child in under a year....seriously...back to back pregnancies, its like she's been pregnant foreverrrr.

Now I understand how one would want to get their "pre-pregnant" body back. But does one actually think that simply wearing these sneakers will magically make the weight come off? Of course they do! So without fail, everyday Sketch comes rolling in, only to head straight for the elevator. I'm pretty sure there needs to be walking involved for these things to actually work.

But a-ha! That's the trick! Sketch CAN'T walk in these things! According to their site, it seems like this could be a potential problem for a lot of people! They actually advise you to "moderate your walking routine for the first week or two, depending on your level of fitness. As you continue to wear your shape ups, your body will adjust to this new method of walking." LOL what?!? I refuse to believe that its actually difficult to adjust to walking in these moon boots!

I haven't noticed any difference in Sketcher's appearance, nor was I expecting to. The only time I see her is when she's running for the elevator, or swaying side to side to the vending machine for some candy. I don't know what I'll be more impressed with - her actually losing weight, or learning to master walking in those things. Until then, I'll just keep laughing at her :)