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Recently featured on Fox News, The Today Show, and Good Morning America, the MBT Sneakers has been highlighted for its ability to cushion your feet while challenging your muscles. Clinical studies suggest that regular use improves balance, posture and circulation. They make training more effective, challenging and gentle to your spine. The biomechanical design strengthens the body and helps to improve the way you use your muscles and joints. The patented curved layered sole improves posture, improving your circulation with every step. In short, the effects of walking with MBT Sneakers are both training and massage.

MBT Sneakers Types

The fitness shoe collection is a style for the avid fitness walker. Among the different types of MBT Sneakers, the Sport and Safiri are some of the more popular available. If intense training is your ultimate goal, than look no further. The MBT Sport is what started the whole craze. Available in black and white, these sneakers have a one and a half inch pivot sole which produces all the benefits like challenging the muscles. The MBT Safiri features nubuck, split leather, and mesh upper offers breathable wear and and scratch resistance. Natural rolling movement of the foot for even weight distribution can be found with the TPU and glass fiber shank which adds firmness to the sole construction. They feature a PU midsole with pivot that is the balancing section underneath the metatarsus  which requires an active rolling movement with every step. A durable rubber outsole offers lightweight support with good traction.

Another popular style of MBT Sneakers is the casual collection. These offer all the same benefits as the other types of footwear, but are meant for wearing day to day, whether it be for wearing to work, out to eat, doing errands. Two popular styles include the Raha with its Scratch-resistant nubuck, split leather, and corduroy upper with am adjustable hook-and-loop instep strap for a secure fit, and the The MBT Barabara Black features soft suede upper with contrast stitching and lightly padded tongue and collar for added comfort. Antimicrobial Dry&Cool mesh and foam insole allows for breath ability and assists moisture management.

There are a few boot selections available that offer a fall/winter option, including the Tambo. This good looking boot will take your winter wardrobe to a whole new level. It features all the same benefits as the aforementioned footwear, plus a full grain leather upper with a zippered shaft. A little pricey, being priced at $390. But who said style comes cheap?

The sandal series from MBT Sneakers is the last to highlight. You don’t have to sweat it out this summer in a normal pair of walking shoes. MBT has a wide range of sandals that have all the same benefits as their shoes, plus the added benefit of keeping your feet arid and cool in those hot summer months. They have a nice variety of sandals including the Ema and the Habari.

You can find many walking shoes out there, but the MBT Sneakers has succeeded in creating a niche in the shoe market by offering several health benefits you just won’t find in other footwear. It is very appealing that you can now find a product solution for any season, and for various needs.

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What type of shoes is healthiest on your joints? Which ones will help blast the fat, but not your knees? Good question! A good walking shoe is essential when undertaking a walking workout routine. Every step places a lot of wear and tear on the feet and joints, about five hundred pounds of pressure with every stride. This article discusses a fitness shoe that is very joint friendly and an excellent solution for people with knee problems. (more…)

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I think it’s safe to be inclined to think that losing weight is one of the top prerogatives for most of us. I have tried controlling my weight for years and have tried many different approaches. Strategies like various fad diets, counting calories, and exercise to name a few. I have had many success stories, but none of these strategies lasted very long. I know the importance of exercise, but with my hectic schedule, it is hard to find the time. (more…)

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I’m sure that most avid fitness walkers have seen the anti-shoe or at least heard of them. They are called the anti-shoe, also known as MBT footwear, which is short for Masai Barefoot Technology. It is a a brand of walking shoes created for an overall healthy body. The secret component is the specially designed sole that has a rocker type motion. It’s awkward to walk in them at first, but you quickly become accustomed to them. They are mostly known for their back pain and posture benefits, but there are numerous other benefits that I’ll outline in this commentary. (more…)

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