Fit Flops

 

This post is not sponsored.  I have not received payment or product in return for my review.  The opinions I've shared are my own.  Nothing in this review should be construed as medical advice. 

 

 

My FitFlops came in the mail today!  I couldn't be more thrilled.

 

My first pair of fit flops was my favorite pair of shoes I've ever owned.  I bought them in late 2007, just after they became available in stores.  At first, they felt strange; the sole was unusually soft and thick.  The FitFlops website explains that this is due to the unique technology hidden inside- technology that evens out pressure across your feet and helps to engage new muscles when you walk.  And it works!  After a week in these shoes, I swore I'd never go back. 

 

 

But what makes these shoes so perfect for those undergoing weight-loss surgery?

 

• As the brand name suggests, FitFlops were designed to help shape and tone your legs without any extra effort.  Since the idea was introduced, other companies (Sketchers Shape Ups, etc.) have dabbled with it, but I still like FitFlops the best.  Reviews are mixed as to whether or not these shoes actually succeed in building muscle.  I personally noticed a difference within a couple of weeks. Though my my legs weren't dramatically changed, I could clearly see more definition in the calves. 

 

• They help relieve pain.  Though FitFlops don't specifically claim to be useful for pain relief, many online reviewers have reported less back, neck, leg and foot discomfort with these shoes.  Because I have suffered for fourteen years from back/abdominal pain, these claims are exactly what drew me to the shoe; I was not disappointed.  The microwobbleboard (tm) midsole reduces pressure imbalances on your feet and promotes improved posture, which helps reduce strain on your muscles and joints.  I find I can walk faster, further and more comfortably in FitFlops.

 

• They are sized generously.  With an extra-wide foot bed and ample room in the straps, FitFlops are perfect for customers who are overweight or have foot problems.  The shoes are not available in half sizes, but because they're designed with comfort in mind, I find that I can order a half-size down and still have plenty of room.

 

• At $50 to more than $100 per pair, the price looks intimidating.  Don't worry- these are quality shoes!  I wore mine summer and winter, all day every day, for five years before they finally wore out. My FitFlops have been swimming in the ocean, exploring the desert, camping the forest, and even climbed the world famous Misery Ridge at Central Oregon's Smith Rock State Park.  And with all of the cute, new styles, you could even find a pair suitable for church.