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Fitflops Fitness Footwear
Fitflops are amazing. They help you to get a lower body workout just by walking around as you would normally do - and they look good as well! Every step you take wearing your FitFlops will:
* help to tone and trim your legs
* improve your muscle tone
* increase muscle activity and circulation
* improve your balance and posture
* burn calories.
FitFlops are specially designed and engineered to absorb shock, lessen joint strain and recreate the gait of barefoot walking - but with a powerful new built-in microwobbleboard workout-enhancing effect.Originally designed as a classic flip-flop type sandal, the range has now been expanded to include boots, clogs, slippers and a men's selection. Click on the video on the right for a short introduction to fitflops. There's a huge range of colors and styles available, you're sure to find something that you like.
Find out how Fitflops work...
* help to tone and trim your legs
* improve your muscle tone
* increase muscle activity and circulation
* improve your balance and posture
* burn calories.
FitFlops are specially designed and engineered to absorb shock, lessen joint strain and recreate the gait of barefoot walking - but with a powerful new built-in microwobbleboard workout-enhancing effect.Originally designed as a classic flip-flop type sandal, the range has now been expanded to include boots, clogs, slippers and a men's selection. Click on the video on the right for a short introduction to fitflops. There's a huge range of colors and styles available, you're sure to find something that you like.
Find out how Fitflops work...
Fitflops Sandals
There's an amazing range of colors and styles to choose from. There's no need for exercise shoes to be anything other than stylish - check out the Flipflops sandals range.
Fitflops Clogs
Fitflops clogs are ideal for when it's too cool for flip flops but not cold enough for snug boots.
Click on the image to check out the range.
Click on the image to check out the range.
Fitflops For Men
As you might expect, the ladies have a much wider range to choose from. Even so, it's nice to see that the guys aren't overlooked completely. Have a look at the possible choices for men's Fitflops.
Fitflops Boots
A fairly recent introduction, and very welcome too! Now you can exercise while you walk whatever the time of year. You'll look good, feel good and have nice warm toes as well.
Fitflops Slippers
You can certainly wear your Fitflops around the house if you like - but if you want nice cosy toes, then check out the Ultra Lounge slipper options. There are plenty of colors and they really are snuggly.
Latest Designs
New for 2010, the Roma sandal is available in black or gold. A very definite nod towards the very popular gladiator style of shoe, Roma sandals look great and you can wear them anywhere you like this summer.
The Benefits Of Walking For Exercise
Walking is a fantastic form of exercise which sadly, considering the many benefits which it offers, is frequently overlooked. It's an activity that practically anyone can do - no special equipment, training or expertise is required. There's no need to make a special trip to the gym (and no membership fees either) - so you can fit it into your daily schedule whenever it suits you best.
The drop out rate for walking is lower than almost any other form of exercise - and it can be continued up to an age when many other modes of exercise would simply not be a practical proposition for most people. It's also a low impact type of workout and, in comparison with other physical activities, has a very low injury risk.
It might be that we have a "no pain, no gain" mentality culture - but it can be difficult for many people to credit that an exercise which is so easy, economical and readily available can deliver such significant benefits. However, the list of benefits is lengthy and they are well proven.
Walking can reduce the probability of strokes and heart problems. It can help to reduce your blood pressure. It can counter depression and anxiety, improve your mental well being and your mood. Walking on a regular basis will boost your energy levels - you will be less fatigued throughout the course of the day. It can even lower the risk of contracting certain forms of cancer - and recent studies suggest that it may even be able to lower the probability of Alzheimer's disease. And of course, for a great many people, one of the best points of walking is the fact that it leads to weight loss and a reduction in body fat.
It's a long list of benefits. It reads like an advert for some new wonder drug or miracle diet supplement - but it isn't. To achieve these benefits only very small modifications to your daily routine are needed. Walking for as little as half an hour a day will produce positive results. If you can gradually work up to 10,000 steps each day - which is, for most people, about 5 miles - and is much more readily achievable than you might imagine, you will really start to see results. You will both look and feel better.
One commonly offered piece of advice is to leave your car in the garage and walk to the shops, work or school. If the distance involved is too great then you can still find plenty of other opportunities to build walking into your daily routine. For example, if you travel anywhere by bus, why not get off a couple of stops before your final destination and complete the remainder of your journey on foot? Take the stairs instead of the elevator from time to time. Go for a short fifteen minute walk at lunch time. These are just a few examples of how very minor changes can help to produce significant health benefits for you.
Remember to check with your doctor before commencing any new fitness routine - especially if you haven't exercised for a while or if you have any existing medical conditions. The important thing in order to gain health benefits is to exercise on a regular basis. You don't need to over exert yourself or get out of breath. Incorporate regular walking activity into your daily schedule and, before you know it, you will have more energy, look better, feel better and be able to enjoy life more.
Fitflops can help to increase the effectiveness of your walking activity by increasing the amount of time that your muscles are engaged for during normal walking activity. Whether you decide to wear them during a "walking workout" or if you just want to wear them whilst you go about your normal daily business, they will help you to tone up your lower body and maximize the return on your walking.
The drop out rate for walking is lower than almost any other form of exercise - and it can be continued up to an age when many other modes of exercise would simply not be a practical proposition for most people. It's also a low impact type of workout and, in comparison with other physical activities, has a very low injury risk.
It might be that we have a "no pain, no gain" mentality culture - but it can be difficult for many people to credit that an exercise which is so easy, economical and readily available can deliver such significant benefits. However, the list of benefits is lengthy and they are well proven.
Walking can reduce the probability of strokes and heart problems. It can help to reduce your blood pressure. It can counter depression and anxiety, improve your mental well being and your mood. Walking on a regular basis will boost your energy levels - you will be less fatigued throughout the course of the day. It can even lower the risk of contracting certain forms of cancer - and recent studies suggest that it may even be able to lower the probability of Alzheimer's disease. And of course, for a great many people, one of the best points of walking is the fact that it leads to weight loss and a reduction in body fat.
It's a long list of benefits. It reads like an advert for some new wonder drug or miracle diet supplement - but it isn't. To achieve these benefits only very small modifications to your daily routine are needed. Walking for as little as half an hour a day will produce positive results. If you can gradually work up to 10,000 steps each day - which is, for most people, about 5 miles - and is much more readily achievable than you might imagine, you will really start to see results. You will both look and feel better.
One commonly offered piece of advice is to leave your car in the garage and walk to the shops, work or school. If the distance involved is too great then you can still find plenty of other opportunities to build walking into your daily routine. For example, if you travel anywhere by bus, why not get off a couple of stops before your final destination and complete the remainder of your journey on foot? Take the stairs instead of the elevator from time to time. Go for a short fifteen minute walk at lunch time. These are just a few examples of how very minor changes can help to produce significant health benefits for you.
Remember to check with your doctor before commencing any new fitness routine - especially if you haven't exercised for a while or if you have any existing medical conditions. The important thing in order to gain health benefits is to exercise on a regular basis. You don't need to over exert yourself or get out of breath. Incorporate regular walking activity into your daily schedule and, before you know it, you will have more energy, look better, feel better and be able to enjoy life more.
Fitflops can help to increase the effectiveness of your walking activity by increasing the amount of time that your muscles are engaged for during normal walking activity. Whether you decide to wear them during a "walking workout" or if you just want to wear them whilst you go about your normal daily business, they will help you to tone up your lower body and maximize the return on your walking.