I have spent most of my life in Kenya, East Africa I have been facinated to hear Masai Barefoot Technology otherwise known as MBT's. MBT shoes can't be seen as a fashion statement and can look a bit odd. Invented in 1997 by Swiss Engineer Karl Mueller, Mbt's are seen as a highly performing fitness aid.

MBT's are designed to be breathable, flexible and comfortable and their uniquely designed sole, very similar to the 'tyre shoes' often worn by East African Tribal people, are said to mimic walking around barefoot in the sand. Mbt's are slightly weighted and spread weight evenly across the entire foot area and as your body reacts to the weight and instability of the mbt shoe's sole design, muscles, often the neglected muscles, are forced to work to correct this instability. Is there then a nicer way to tone up when the only aid you need is a pair of MBT shoes? MBT shoes can have a beneficial effect on the entire body and MBT shoes are said to enhance both training and massage effects on the body. Here's why: - All you need to do is walk. Walking is possibly one of the simplest, cheapest, most popular and enjoyable recreational activities there is around.

Walking alone benefits circulation, boosts your immunity, strengthens the heart and lungs, lifts your mood, tones up the muscles andbest of all gets you out of the house. Add a pair of Mbt shoes to the equation and many of the added are magnified and muscles, not often used, start to be worked on. - Strengthened and more balanced muscles.

The gentle rocking action of the foot when wearing a pair of MBT Shoes tones the core muscles of the body and tones muscles in the legs, feet, and back, flattens the stomach, strengthens pelvic floor muscles. Mbt's relax and improve your bodies posture. Just building on muscle tone can have the added effect on the overall self confidence of an individual. - A better Circulation will help in weight loss and removal of toxins from the body leading to general all round better health, boosted energy levels, and according to testimonials a possible reduction in cellulite.

this is a point that can, however be debated. Boosted energy levels can lead to improved concentration levels and better performance through the day. - Mbt shoes assist with a reduction in muscle tension via an improved overall posture, which in turn may assist reducing, in particular, spine, hip and knee joint problems. - Help to improve the look of varicose veins. Care must be taken when wearing the shoe for the initial time, at least until the unusual action of the shoe has been gotten used to. Don't try and wear them for a long period of time when you first purchase them as you will be utilising muscles that possibly will not have not been used for a very long time! Consider getting used to them in the home before venturing out on uneven ground.

Mbt shoes are meant to be worn on a daily basis for the best results. Most users are pleased with the results and find wearing of the shoe became easier as their muscles were working harder and producing the desired effects. Specific shoe care must also be considered when wearing an Mbt shoe as water, rain, oil and animal faeces can aid in breaking down the composite of the sole.

MBT shoes are now more widely available. MBT shoes are not the cheapest training shoe on the market but for those wishing to invest in their health you can buy sport mbt shoes, casual mbt shoes, mbt sandals and mbt hiking boots and the range is ever increasing.

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