Product Description

MBT is the first physiological footwear that has a positive effect on the whole body,This shoe offers a great mary-jane style with even better comfort,Breathable mesh and foam sock lining,Cushioned perforated EVA,Well constructed TPU and glass fiber shank,Balanced PU midsole,Cushioned rubber outsole,MBTs help to stimulate and work leg muscles

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1275 in Sports & Outdoors
• Size: 39.5-40 M EU / 9.5 B(M) US
• Color: Red
• Brand: MBT
• Fabric type: Mesh and leather
• Dimensions: 2.00 pounds

Features

• MBT is the first physiological footwear that has a positive effect on the whole body
• This shoe offers a great mary-jane style with even better comfort
• Breathable mesh and foam sock lining
• Cushioned perforated EVA
• Well constructed TPU and glass fiber shank

Amazon.com Review

At MBT we don't believe in shoes. We believe in footwear that makes you better from the ground up. MBT: The idea of Physiological Footwear MBT, Masai Barefoot Technology, was invented by Swiss engineer Karl Müller. During a visit to Korea he made the startling discovery that walking barefoot over paddy fields alleviated his back pain. Back in Switzerland, Müller began to develop a footwear technology that would make the natural instability of soft ground such as Korean paddy fields or the East African savannah accessible also to those, who have to walk on hard surfaces. In 1996, after years spent on research and development, Masai Barefoot Technology was mature enough to be launched on the market. MBTs are now available in over twenty countries, and approximately one million pairs of this revolutionary footwear technology are sold every year. How the anti-shoe is pro-body: Because of the specially designed sole, wearing MBTs significantly improves your gait and posture and relieves pressure on your joints and back. It also exercises a large number of muscles, whether you’re walking or standing. This, in turn, stimulates your metabolism, burns extra calories and speeds up muscle regeneration. In addition, MBTs can have a firming effect on abdominal, leg and buttock muscles. The key to MBT is its patented sole structure. The Shank, PU Midsole with Pivot and the Masai Sensor create a soft surface that is akin to walking barefoot on springy moss or on a sandy beach. This creates a natural instability underfoot, which activates the supporting muscle system and has positive effects on the entire body.

MBT technology mimicks walking in barefeet.

Wearing MBT mimicks walking on soft, natural ground. When the heel strikes, the heel sinks into the ground and the body has to stabilize. When the foot rolls forward, there is a controlled rolling over the balancing area towards the ball of the foot. The toe rolls off (without pressure).

MBT's ensure the foot’s natural rolling movement and optimizes pressure distribution over the whole sole.

The Anti-Shoe MBT would like to help people all over the world lead a healthier, more active and happier life. MBT is convinced that human fitness and health are significantly influenced by the way we walk – this conviction has already been substantiated objectively by many scientific studies. MBT therefore attempts to awaken and strengthen the awareness of physiologically correct walking among people world-wide by disseminating the idea and concept of MBT physiological footwear. The benefits of physiologically correct walking can thus be made available to as many people as possible all over the world, in a straightforward and uncomplicated way.

MBT's Masai Sensor creates natural instability, to which the body responds with increased muscle activity.

MBT's Patented Sole Technology The Lasting Board binds the upper and lower parts of MBTs together. The Shank provides firmness to the sole and also ensures the foot’s natural rolling movement and optimizes pressure distribution over the whole sole. The PU Midsole with Pivot triggers an active rolling movement and exercises a large number of stabilizing muscles throughout the entire body when walking or standing. The Masai Sensor creates natural instability, to which the body responds with increased muscle activity. The rubber Outsole protects the Midsole.

Amazon.com Product Description
A sporty maryjane that comes in contrasting colors to boost your spirits, the Lami features an easy-to-fasten Velcro strap and patented MBT Sensor sole that'll work your core--even if you're just standing.

From the Manufacturer
MBT shoes are physiological footwear--the first footwear that has a positive effect on the entire body. MBT stands for "Masai Barefoot Technology." Their innovative design includes a multi-layered, curved sole which makes for a unique and rewarding walking experience. The key to MBT is its patented sole structure. The shank, PU midsole with Pivot and the Masai Sensor create a soft surface that is akin to walking barefoot on springy moss or on a sandy beach. This creates a natural instability underfoot, which activates the supporting muscle system and has positive effects on the entire body. Wearing MBTs significantly improves your gait and posture and relieves pressure on your joints and back. It also exercises a large number of muscles, whether you’re walking or standing. This, in turn, stimulates your metabolism, burns extra calories and speeds up muscle regeneration. In addition, MBTs can have a firming effect on abdominal, leg and buttock muscles. Wearing MBT shoes can also be a therapeutic tool for back, hip, leg and foot problems. At MBT they don't believe in shoes. They believe in footwear that makes you better from the ground up.

Customer Reviews

yes they are unusual looking but they feel good!
Ok the MBT shoe is freaky looking. I admit it. But *wow* what an amazing shoe!

I have 3 problems when I walk:
1) shin splints
2) lower back
3) super klutz I fall, trip etc.

I have had my MBT shoes for a month now. I walk about 3 miles 3 times a week with the MBT shoes. With the MBT shoes I no longer have had problems with my shin splints. When I walk, my lower back hasn't hurt, and although there is no heel I haven't fallen once - yet. At first it was weird to have that rocking sensation but I don't even notice it anymore.

I have definitely noticed that my calf muscles and leg muscles have been worked I can feel it! so don't wear them a lot in the beginning esp if you are out of shape or haven't used those muscles.

The MBT's are super comfortable. They are super cushy and feel great. I really love mine.

However there are a few things to consider when you buy them - you need to buy a larger size. I normally wear a 36/37 and I bought a 37 2/3. Also they are very expensive so they are an investment. But I do think they are worth it. I haven't met anyone else who owns them so I don't know what other people think but I am really happy to have bought them.

MBT - Little Red Life Savers
PAIN! Sciatica! Lower back problems! PAIN! I walked like an old woman (well, I am kind of old) all bent over. A sporty friend popped in to show of her new shoes. "Look like boats", I said. "They'll help your back", says she. I was off to find some boats of my own. Tried them on, walked around. Went home. Went to Amazon. Little Mary Janes at less than half price. A few days later, I was struttin' my stuff, pain free, improved posture. Asked Amazon for a second pair. Blue sandals this time. MBT's have changed my life, no kidding. TRY THEM.

Back pain? GONE!
I've been wearing these shoes for 2 1/2 years. I bought them because I hoped it would help me with my daily back pain (I was taking antiinflamatories on a daily basis). Let me also tell you that I'm active. I'm used to aerobic exercise, and I'm fit. Running is my passion and I didn't want to give it up. It was like this, I would wake up pain free, would run on the treadmil and stretch, run some errands and there she was the back pain. Then she'll visit with me till the end of the day. Of course it kept getting worse, till the point I would get out of bed pain free and after walking around the house a little bit there she was the back pain waiting on me to keep me company for the rest of the day.
I was researching on the internet when I bumped into these shoes. Actually I was looking for some Birkenstocks when I found MBTs. I was so desperate to come up with a solution for my back pain that I made my husband drive me to Texas, about 70 miles far from where I live, to Frisco so that I could get them that very same day. I didn't want having to wait for the MTBs being shipped and stuff.

They advise you to get started little by little and there is a DVD and a pamphlet that cames along with instructions. Anyway, I put MBTs on and got out of the store, did grocery shopping and the relief was so big I wore the shoes for the rest of the day. Next day I put them on when I woke up (literally) and ever since I've wore it for 2 years straight. Sandals in the summer and sneakers in the winter. I like the sandals best. No more pain, no more pills. Although I am fit, my legs got a little bit tired during the first week or so because you start using muscles that might have never been requested before. In the past 6 months I haven't been wearing them as often, I just walk on them when I exercise on the treadmil (running on them is pretty tough, it's like running on very soft sand) and I also make sure I have them on when cleanning the house and traveling. These sandals are just perfect for traveling. I'm brazilian married to an american, so I visit my country often and a 10 hour flight can get your feet pretty swollen. Studies show that you still maintain your good posture for 2 or 3 days when not wearing the MBTs.

Bottom line, they took my back pain away for good. I was told they might loose their cushioning after a year but no. Good quality shoes, I'm still wearing the first pair of sandals and sneakers I bought. As far as muscular improvement I havent' noticed much since I was already fit when I started wearing them. I've seen websites that would advertise the fact that these shoes improve your celulite and things like that. MBT Company is very serious and doesn't mention anything like that. I know that some fancy spas do sell them. MBTs are bulky and heavier than normal shoes but nevertheless very comfortable.
When you find something that takes your pain away like I found relief in these pair of shoes, you stick with it.