MBT (Masai Barefoot Technology) Trainers

Thanks so much for the reply! I have checked out the FAQ section on the site you mentioned before but can you believe, there is no description on how to walk in them! I got the video as well but have no VCR...

I'm only asking because everyone seems to get pains in their feet and legs after wearing them and to me they feel like any ordinary shoe! Don't get me wrong they are so comfy to walk in and I love them!
It is pointed out everywhere that you do have to know how to walk in them and I just thought I might be missing something..;-(

Otherwise I find them great! They did get rid of my backpain in 1-2 weeks and I cannot give them enough praise for that!
 
I bought the black MBT's a few weeks ago and find them comfortable to walk in but would recommend that you dont get them too big and make sure you pull the laces tight - otherwise blisters on the heels ! I found that in the begining they made my back ache ( weak lowewr back is the reason i bought them) but it no longer does. I think they cost the same from every outlet, I bought mine from a guy that does various thearpies on mount st, near merrion sq, think the website is [broken link removed] or something like that, he was v v nice and explains the theory, gets you walk arond in the shoes, try on differenct sizes etc overall the sale can easily be up to an hour depending on no of people there, which thought is excellent service.

Here's hoping they help my cellulite as well as my back !!
 
hi again matilda,

well if they got rid of your back pain, you must be doing something right! To be honest, I don't find that my legs get very painful walking in them either, so maybe I'm not using them totally properly but I have been wearing them for about a week and a half now and you really do feel the pull on your legs while walking in them - I feel the backs of my thighs have tightened up a tiny bit already which is great. And my legs defo feel tired when I've had them on (moreso than before with regular runners). Beyond that I also find them very comfy to walk in - and it's fab the way they cushion your steps so your joints are saved! I ran for the bus this morning and they were really difficult to run in!! I know they're not made for running but they were sooo heavy they made me miss the bus! Just had to laugh ; )
All I'd suggest is try not using the toe and heel too much and try walking on the outside sides of them, that's what the girl in Brazil Body told me to do.
 
I've had mine for just over a month now, and I still wouldn't describe myself as being entirely comfortable in them! I'm usually delighted to take them off :p !!!
I haven't noticed any major improvement in my back pain but there has been a toning effect.
 
I bought my first pair a little over a month ago... got my 2nd pair 2 weeks later (the more challenging version with the higher sole) and absolutely love both!! I got it for my knee pain, I've been troubled with bad joints since I was a teen-ager (many years ago, LOL!) but I also love how they're firming my thighs!! I have been recommending them to my friends.
 
Just bought a pair! I'm delighted, really excited about trying them out.
€199 is a lot to pay for shoes so I hope they sort my knees out.
 
Hope they do not make your knees worse. I know of someone whose knees got worse wearing them.
 
I got a pair the Christmas before last & find them fantastic - I used to get pains in my left knee & haven't had them since I got my mbt's - I never found them particularly painful to walk in at the start - just a bit strange. I got mine in the place on top of Powerscourt - Brazil Body or something like that - I'd recommend only buying them from somewhere that
1. Measures your feet (they come in full sizes & third sizes) and the correct size if very important
2. Teaches you how to walk in them & gets you to practice in the shop
 
Thanks for the reminder. I bought a pair of these months ago and have only worn them once. Forgot I had them!:eek:
 
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My sister bought a pair.............and then another pair ! She swears by them. She works long days on her feet and says that her legs are less tired at the end of the day. Think she mentioned something about them toning your body too. The important thing is that you walk the correct way in them otherwise you may end up damaging your feet or posture (not sure which). Her ones came with an instructional DVD.
She bought her first pair in a specialist store and her second pair from ebay, they were cheaper and there was a bigger range to choose from.
 
Re: Mbt Trainers/shoes

I have a pair for over 2 years and think they are fantastic. Don't use daily as I have to wear safety shoes for work but really notice a difference to back/hip pain when I do wear them. Well worth the money - very well made and much cheaper than physio!
 
I have mine over a year and honestly they are the only shoes I can comfortably walk in. I did feel a little wobbly in them at first, but that was only for a short time. I've got flat feet which have spread over the years! Also a dodgy right knee. I really think the MBTs are the job.#
Mary:)
 
If you ever go to spain get yourself a pair of Pikolinos shoes. Will set you back about 100 euro, But well wort it for the comfort and the softness of the leather. Have a look here on this site [broken link removed]
 
Diziet said:
Independent reviews show that they are not all they are cracked up to be and the UK ASA took them to task for unsubstantiated claims. Do your own research and save the money for something nice!
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Where would i find these independent reviews? I don't trust the mbt company to advertise them.....
 
Hi,
I bought some MBT's lately. Its too early to say if they do all they're supposed to, however I will say this, they are THE most comfortable shoe I've ever worn. I am officially a high heel convert and would wear them all the time if I could.

Just one more thing - don't buy a pair from a website. You must be properly fitted for these. I normally take a size 6 shoe and my MBT size is 37 2/3 (just less than a size 5). Seemingly its imperative that you have a good snug fit.

Happy shopping!
 
Hi dont know about ye ,

but i used get sore feet same and runners after a short period used kill me too

Was thinking of getting those crocs shoes they are like rubber very soft , but they were 60 quid so held off and did'nt think very much about them

Ecos are good too

In patrick street other day on one of the shoe shops and they were avail for 12 euros same thing

They are really comfy , and i seem to get away wearing them 24 /7

A neighbour got the MBT runners and she swears by them too , They are v. expensive though

i just googled them and there is lots more pictures listed on the site ie http://www.crocsshoes.com. ie "[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans- serif]are ideal for people who are on their feet all day and need the safety of anti-slip shoes."[/FONT]
 
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I have a pair for about 18 months now and am a big fan. If you do a lot of walking they are brilliant - I walk to and from work. However, I don't believe all the claims about toning your legs - that's the walking!!! Also, trendy they're not!!
 
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