I had been debating between these and the Reebok Tone Ups but when I tried them both on in the store, I was simply not as impressed with the Reebok's. I run everyday so I thought the Reebok would be better because they would share a dual purpose but then I figured that the Sketchers shape ups were just so much fun that I was willing to give up my new pair of running shoes. To be honest though, after trying on the Reebok's I'm not so sure I would have wanted to run in those either. I'd rather have the Shape Ups for walking around all day and a good pair of Aisics to run/jog in. The Sketchers make my feet feel amazing all day that I don't mind walking long distances in them at all! My back feels great and my posture has improved greatly. Sketchers also sell the Shape Up XF Accelerators which you're supposed to be able to "jog" in but when I tried them on in the store, they weren't as wobbly because they are lower profile (and hence not as fun) and they didn't seem like a good running shoe to me so why not just get the regular shape ups and have more fun, right?

They feel like platform shoes on a rocking chair but more stable; like there is a small ball on the arch of your feet that you have to balance on to build muscle. You just have to try it to really get the true feel of it.

They can look a bit goofy so I would stay away from the bright colors to minimize the visual attention.

AND, yes. I am seeing pretty good results so far but it's only been a few days. ;)