Tone Footwear

I am a fitness buff, so I must say I was an extreme skeptic of those «toning» shoes that claim to eliminate the need for a gym. I was in the neighborhood to have lunch when I walked by this new store and decided to walk in and check it out, when I realized they were selling these type of shoes I just abouit walked out. However, the Store Manager intercepted me before I walked out and asked me if I understood the concept of their shoes, I figured I would humor him since I had some time to kill before lunch.
I must say Frank (the Manager) changed my mind about these shoes as he got me to look at these shoes in a different light, they are NOT to replace the gym… but are meant to enhance what I am already doing when I am not in the gym. He also explained that there are many other benefits for the MBT brand of shoes, improved posture, relief of impact on the joints, improved oxygen intake. This guy impressed me so much with his knowledge and service I did something I swore I would never do, I purchased a pair of «toning» shoes?! Not to mention a pair of arch supports which I put in my other shoes as well.
Frank gave the best service I have ever encountered in a shoe store, which usually have very apathetic employees.
I think if I need shoes in the future I would definitely go back and shop at this store, they carry a good selection of traditional running and walking shoes by Brooks and New Balance as well.
Only negative for me is they seem more geared towards women as they have a much bigger selection for women compared to Men.