Jabba2Halle
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 3/3/11
Surgery Type: VSG
From:: So. California
Posts: 760
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« on: May 09, 2011, 10:34:54 PM » |
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I'm usually in flats, but I've been searching for some comfortable walking shoes with good support. I think I may have stumbled upon a winner. I came across this online: Best For: Overweight Walkers Reebok DMX Max ReeDirect ($70) Air pockets in the rubber bottom of the shoe reduce impact for more comfort and less chance of injury. Even slim walkers enjoy the extra cushioning, especially for long walks: "No matter how far I went, my feet never got sore," reports tester Jennifer DeLuca, 41, of Brooklyn, NY. The mesh upper lets air circulate so feet stay dry and cool. http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/health/top-10-best-new-walking-shoes-for-spring-2478330/#photoViewer=5Has anyone tried these? If not, what do you wear to exercise (walk, low impact) in? |
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HopenToBeThin
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: Pouch Date 6/15/09
Surgery Type: RNY
From:: KY
Posts: 2811
We lost 246 in 9 mths - 3/13/10
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« Reply #1 on: May 10, 2011, 05:24:00 AM » |
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I love my Shape-ups, but caution they take a bit getting used to. In my opinion they would not be a good choice for someone with bad knees. They make you pick up your feet because they are bowed on the bottom with all the extra cushioning. This means if you do not pick up your feet, you could face plant. They make me use my hips, knees and bottom muscles more. No shuffling your feet in these babies. I wear them for normal wear and walking, great for walking. I found a dressier pair at Sams Club for 49 (That I can wear for every day in the office) where the more tennis shoe looking ones are usually about 95-115 at a shoe store. They will not however make you look or feel like you do not need the gym or a trainer, no matter what the current commercial says, but they are good shoes.
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Paula
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Sharvanne
Jr. Freak
Surgery Date: March 4th, 2011
Surgery Type: RNY
From:: Ontario, Canada
Posts: 70
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« Reply #2 on: May 11, 2011, 01:48:44 AM » |
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I wear fairly basic New Balance walking shoes. I got them on sale, and they support my feet beautifully.
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Maddie
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« Reply #3 on: May 19, 2011, 07:54:00 PM » |
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I have always done well in new balance. When I was working in a medical setting, they were all i wore.
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saucywench
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 1/21/11
Surgery Type: RNY
From:: BFE, OR
Posts: 862
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« Reply #4 on: May 22, 2011, 05:32:14 PM » |
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I rock a pair of Asics with ugly green but of so freakin comfy Spenco insoles.
-Mel
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ttowe
BTV Hostess and Future star of Chihuahua Hoarders / Licked to Death by cuteness
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Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: July 4, 2004
Surgery Type: RNY
From:: Santee, CA
Posts: 4603
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« Reply #5 on: May 23, 2011, 07:23:36 AM » |
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I love my asics!!! After doing the three day breast cancer walk...that's where you walk 60 miles in 30 days...I have to tell you...These are the only ones I will use from now on.
Toni
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Hello.. My name is Toni.. And I am a chihuahua addict.
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Jabba2Halle
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 3/3/11
Surgery Type: VSG
From:: So. California
Posts: 760
Jabba no more.
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« Reply #6 on: May 23, 2011, 07:59:08 PM » |
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I can't find those Reeboks in my size. (I have wide feet.) I'm thinking that article came out a tad bit too late, so the search continues. I've never heard of Asics before. I'll have to check them out.
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kristi-bisti
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: Nov 18, 2009
Surgery Type: Lap RNY
From:: Calgary Alberta (Dr. Christou/Montreal)
Posts: 917
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« Reply #7 on: May 25, 2011, 05:45:06 PM » |
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My feet were so wide that I usually bought men's shoes and only New Balance because they make really wide shoes! But finally I succombed and actually had shoes made for my feet. www.herseycustomshoe.comIf you are just starting out, then these will be a bit much for you. But if your feet are truly hard to fit and you are desiring top quality shoes, then these are them! |
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Jabba2Halle
Grand Poohbah of Freaks
Surgery Date: 3/3/11
Surgery Type: VSG
From:: So. California
Posts: 760
Jabba no more.
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« Reply #8 on: May 25, 2011, 05:51:29 PM » |
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Since my feet are changing with the rest of me, I'd hate to get a pair now and then not be able to wear them. Maybe I'll save this for when I'm closer to my goal. Thanks for the link.
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"We may encounter many defeats but we must not be defeated." MAngelou "It's not a miracle cure. It's up to you to lose the weight." Henry,My 600lb Life
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sfmini
Super Freak
Surgery Date: 03/10/2010
Surgery Type: Sleeve
From:: Centerburg, Ohio
Posts: 127
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« Reply #9 on: May 26, 2011, 06:24:38 AM » |
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I am bad, I live in my diabetic Crocs with a custom orthotic insert. Hot pink Crocs no less.  |
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