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Be a Walkstar with retro flair in this FitFlop. The thong upper comprises sporty canvas straps for a look that's breezy and fun, while its special technology makes it easier to for you to keep fit. Featuring a sole composed of three distinct densities of EVA foam that together create a slightly destabilizing effect, your muscles are engaged each time you step, increasing leg, calf and gluteal muscle activity for better tone; improving your posture; and reducing the amount of stress on your lower back and feet. So you're secretly working out—while cleaning the house, running errands, or strolling through your favorite stores with friends—without disrupting your busy lifestyle.
materials:
  • Leather and fabric upper
  • Manmade sole
measurements:
  • Heel measures approximately 1 1/2""
  • Platform measures approximately 1"
country of origin:
  • China
item number:
  • B001LNN1WE
Seven Reasons Why Everyone is Wearing FitFlops

  • FitFlop midsoles incorporate patent-pending micro-wobbleboard™ technology, to give you a workout while you walk.
    Developed by Darren James and Dr David Cook at LSBU, the FitFlop's unique safely-tapered midsole places varying densities of EVA under your feet each time you step, to challenge the support and balance muscles of the foot and leg.

  • They challenge hard to reach muscles more.
    FitFlops are engineered with a multi-density midsole that stimulates your muscles more while you're wearing them. In independent University testing, FitFlops have been shown to trigger increase gluteal muscle response, increased hamstring response, increase rectus femoris (thigh) response and increased calf muscle response.

  • Every step you take in your FitFlops helps tone and trim your legs.
    Studies at Salford University by Dr. Philip Graham-Smith and Richard Jones have shown that the FitFlop midsole extends the amount of time that the slow twitch* muscles are engaged during each step (by approximately 10-12%). So just by wearing a pair of FitFlops you'll get more exercise while doing just exactly what you're normally doing.
    *slow twitch muscles produce energy by converting fats into energy aerobically

  • FitFlops work your bum muscles more.
    FitFlops have been proven to increase the amount of time that the gluteus maximus muscle is 'activated' during every single step.

  • FitFlops have been shown to have a significant effect on the toning muscles of your thighs.
    The rectus femoris muscle (one of the large muscles in the group of muscles in your thigh) is activated for a longer period of time while walking in FitFlops than while normally shod or barefoot.

  • Walking in FitFlops is like walking barefoot, but a little bit better.
    According to a study done at the University of Salford in Manchester, UK, the FitFlop wearer's gait is very similar to that of a barefoot walker, but the added cushion provided by the EVA midsole helps reduce joint strain and absorb shock. In fact, several FitFlop wearers have already reported relief from back pain after a few days of wearing them.

  • FitFlops make it easier to stay in shape. Just throw them on while you're running errands, walking to work, or working around your house. Most first-time FitFlop wearers report feeling their muscles working more, while 'fitter' wearers feedback has been more toward great comfort and cushion. One woman reported feeling like she'd had a 'bum-blasting' workout after a half an hour of FitFlop-shod walking.

Microwobbleboard™ tecnology in the FitFlop midsole
activates your leg muscles more while you walk in them.

 

 

  • Microwobbleboard™ tecnology in the FitFlop midsole activates your leg muscles more while you walk in them.

  • Foot hugging upper keeps the sole of the foot in contact with the patent pending FitFlop midsole.

  • Firm toe area promotes active push-off to maintain walking speed.

  • Multi-density midsole extends the time the leg muscles are engaged during each step.

  • Dense EVA heel strike point provides heel cushioning.

  • Non-slip outsole creates grip to maintain stability.

 

Created in the UK, over a two-year collaboration between former Bliss spa-entrepreneur Marcia Kilgore, Biomechanist Dr. David Cook and a team of untiring footwear engineers, FitFlops were initially designed to help modern women squeeze a little more exercise into their increasingly hectic schedules."I thought, how amazing if I could invent something that would help fight the onset of cellulite while I'm walking to the office," says Kilgore. "I work. I have kids. I have a husband. And the likelihood of me seeing the inside of a gym in the next ten years is slim to none. That said, I'd obviously prefer to go with slim." Kilgore found Dr. Cook at The Centre for Human Performance at London's LSBU, where he envisioned injecting the patent-pending 'microwobbleboard' technology into the midsole of the function-forward flip flop. Slightly destabilizing, FitFlops feature three distinct densities of EVA foam in a single-fused underfoot piece, to challenge your muscles more every time you step - to deliver a workout while you walk.
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Loved these when I took them out of the box!

posted by:  Avid Reader (Pensacola FL) Aug 9, 2009
I've been wearing them for about 2 weeks now and love them. I have worn flip flops for ever so these are very comfortable. Not sure about the "fit" part but they look nice and are easy to wear.

it works!

posted by:  Deborah Oliveira Jul 21, 2009
i wear them often and my legs hurt by the end of the day, which means it works!!!

sandals for comfort

posted by:  sttirppyk Jul 12, 2009
these are not true to size as they are a bit too long for the sizes, however very comfortable and good for walking in.

Great Cute flipflop

posted by:  amy b123 (maryland) Jul 8, 2009
comfy, cute and goes with anything... it did take a few days for the strap in between my toes to loosen up... at first it was hard and I was questioning how comfortable the flip flops would be, but once that broke in, they are great. Cushiony to walk on. Not sure about the exact "fit" part. I haven't been sore wearing them, but I can see how they do force you to use calf muscles more than the average shoe, but I would not go as far as saying they give you a work out... That part I don't buy. But overall good shoe.

It's a cute sandal

posted by:  Midwest82 Jul 6, 2009
Overall I like the FitFlop Sandal. It is very comfortable to walk around in but don't feel it is claiming what the sandals are suppose to do. I haven't seen any diference in my legs.

Great Sandal

posted by:  H. Skodis Jul 4, 2009
Nice arch support. Very comfortable. I wanted a thong to wear to yoga and the pool that provided nice support. I'm very happy with it. I have wide feet and the width is great.

My Fitflp

posted by:  Vic's Fits (Washington State) Jun 20, 2009
I love the way they make my legs feel like I just got a good workout. The only thing I don't care for is the
triangle shaped piece that tends to rub against the toes at first.

Great!

posted by:  Janet (Mississippi) Jun 20, 2009
I used to wear an eight but in the last couple of years have had to buy an 8 1/2. The size 8 is find, fits very well. And being a person who has had foot problems (alot) the problems are few to none when I wear these, and I wear them eveyday. I would DEFINITELY recommend and will be buying another pair.

Walkin' In Wisconsin

posted by:  Wearin' Red Deb (Wisconsin) Jun 15, 2009
These are the most comfortable sandals I have worn in a very long time. Because of the arch support, I can wear them everywhere without any foot soreness. I so feelmy leg muscles the next day, which is why they are FitFlops. Too my surprise, I've had several women stop and ask me, "are those as comfortable as they look?" and "where did you find those, they look great (I had the red on). I've never had anyone stop me to comment on my sandals in the past. The red ones were so comfortable and attractive that I have since purchased the black pair so I can wear them with everything! You'll love these.

Superior Comfort, but where's the wobble?

posted by:  Denver Dayhiker (Denver) Jun 11, 2009
Finally, I've found a thong sandal that stays on! I have somewhat narrow feet that are a normal size 8 in length, but more like a size 7 in width. I normally have to where size 8 sandals to accommodate the length of my feet, which makes most thongs feel like they're falling off when I walk. I usually have to scrunch my toes to keep them on. Thankfully, size 7s in these fit perfectly in length AND width. No more toe scrunching! So, if you have a narrower foot, know that you can probably safely size down without going too short in the length.

The footbed is soft and flexible, and the top portion is also very comfortable. Between these and the Oasis Suede ones, I find these a smidge more comfortable.

As for the micro-wobble board, all I can say is the wobble must be really micro. I cannot sense any at all. These just feel like super comfortable thongs.

Bottom Line: Comfortable thongs, but don't expect them to feel any different from other sandals.

Love this FitFlops.

posted by:  Russian girl May 30, 2009
It is been about a month since I bought the FitFlops. When it came they felt really light. I thought they should been heavier so i thought it won't work well for my legs muscles. I do work out and in good shape. So i wanted something really powerful. After about 3 trips to the park with my child i felt tone in my legs. It felt good! I think i lost some weight at my hips too. I do love this fitFlops and i am thinking to buy another pair. Endless. com is fast, got my pair in couple days and no tax. Thank you!

Cute & Comfortable

posted by:  Julia Anzalone (Tallahassee, Fl) May 16, 2009
I've been looking at these shoes for a while and finally decided to buy them. I love them! They are very comfotable and very cute. I get alot of compliments.

Cannot stop wearing them!

posted by:  Bahama Mama May 12, 2009
I had a pair of silver and when I saw the ad for many colors I was excited and now have 3 pairs.

Fit Flop Review

posted by:  Michelle (Illinois) May 9, 2009
After trying on a friends shoe, I ordered a size smaller than I ususally wear. The size I ordered fit well. The shoe is comfortable. I am considering another pair.

I love them

posted by:  Flipflopfanatic (Camas) May 2, 2009
I am not sure if they are giving me a workout, but they are the most comfortable pair of shoes I own. I walk everywhere in my FitFlops and I can't live without them now. I make everyone try them on and tell everyone about them. I didn't have any problems with the size or the fit. It did take me a couple of days to adjust to the straps fitting higher up, I am used to inexpensive flip flops that fit much lower.

Great fit. Over-Priced. Painful

posted by:  Heartsong (Southwestern USA) May 2, 2009

PRO: Sizing is predictable. If you wear 7.5, you should order an 8.

CON: PRICE AND THE FACT THAT, BY DESIGN -- These flip-flops HURT!!! The strap that fits between the toes is made of leather with potruding seams that eat into the flesh between your toes. When I say discomfort--I mean laceration of the skin! No, I wasn't exercising in them. I was merely wearing them around the house performing normal activities.

FitFlop

posted by:  M. Powell Apr 26, 2009
I'm wearing them now and wore them all day yesterday while I cleaned the house. They are comfortable and if they're working my muscles I can't tell.

Walking shoe

posted by:  N. Ferrairo (Boston, MA USA) Mar 30, 2009
These didn't fit me correctly. They seemed like they would be comfortable in the sole but they didn't fit my in-step.

Fit Flop

posted by:  Jo Mar 23, 2009
First time I could wear this type of shoe without it hurting. They are great and if they are working my legs all the better. Would remommend them.

not very attractive

posted by:  tarheel (NC) Mar 23, 2009
Shoe is comfortable, but it looks very unattractive in person (I ordered the black). Maybe it's cuter in another color. I'm returning it.

High instep? Don't buy it!

posted by:  ajsopinion Mar 21, 2009
The sandal doesn't have any "give" in terms of the strap across the top of your foot. If you have a high instep, it will be too tight and your foot won't go on all the way.

SO HAPPY

posted by:  Joann McGloin Mar 21, 2009
I'm very happy I bought this shoe. It has a nice support and is comfortable to walk in. I think I'll be wearing them all summer!
How does it fit?
size:
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width:
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arch support:
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size:
75% true to size  (138 ratings )
width:
92% accurate  (137 ratings )
arch support:
79% good  (137 ratings )

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