I normally spend big $ on athletic shoes. However, I wanted to try a sculpt and tone style without a big financial commitment (what if I don't like sculpting tennies!!!!). I wasn't expecting anything that great at $27+free shipping. I just wanted sort of a trial run on the style of the shoe. However, I was greatly impressed. The shoes are much cuter than they look on line. And, though I exercise to a lower body dvd workout 3 times per week, after walking around the house in these shoes for only 30 minutes, I can already feel the soreness in my buns - which I consider a great success!!! Thank you Fila for making a great shoe that I don't have to break the budget over.