We know that Californian goddesses are queens of laid back style, seeming to morph effortlessly from beach to club with a swish of the hair and a pair of sky scraping heels, and we wonder how they mange to maintain their gorgeous physique (other than some serious starving).
Well now you can tone that tush while walking on the beach. People may have heard of the notorious MBT's the bulky training shoes that were fairly hideous to look at, but int he same vein come the Fit Flops which prove an attractive alternative.. and great beach wear of course.
We've seen the lovely Mischa stroll around in tiny shorts and flip flops; and her physique is attainable if you try walking in the Fit Flops, £36 from the Fit Flop website . These shoes use patent-pending 'micro-wobble board technology'developed by Dr David Cook and Darren James at the Center for Human Performance at London South Bank University, so there is serious science to back up its claims.
The FitFlopTM midsole extends the amount of time that the slow twitch muscles are engaged during each step [by approximately 10-12%]. Slow twitch muscle fibers produce energy by converting fats into energy aerobically, so every step you take in them you are toning that tush.
The FitFlopTM destabilizes the foot slightly, creating a more continuous tension in the supporting muscles of the foot and leg. Every step you take in your FitFlops improves your core muscle strength, absorbs shock on your feet, knees and back, encourages better posture and stronger muscles, burns calories, mimics barefoot walking, but with a little bit more of a challenge, can help reduce cellulite and slim and tone your thighs. I'm sold!