Once and for all, what is all the hype about? This healthy walking shoe has made appearances on shows such as Rachael Ray:

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News Shows across the nation:

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MBT'S have also been the subject of Magazines and Newspapers everywhere including Shape, Women's Health, and many more!

Masai Barefoot Technology (MBT) is a brand of uniquely designed footwear made especially to activate the muscles our bodies use to balance. Before the invention of concrete and high heels, humans walked barefoot on soft and uneven ground. Now that most of us have to stand all day on hard floors that wreak all sorts of havoc on the body, these natural muscles start to lose their function. In the gym, treadmills, elliptical machines, and stair steppers also depend on flat and even surfaces. This also contributes to making your body lazy, so you're shorting yourself lots of burnt calories by exercising in conventional shoes.

An easier way to exercise? Count me in!!

Not only does the MBT help to kick those muscles back into gear, they do a wonderful job at relieving joint aches and pains. The more research I do, the more I hate concrete! Flat surfaces are also often to blame for lower back, hip, and knee pain. I know I'm not the only one who comes home with tired feet, an aching back, and stiff knees after a 9 hour shift! That's where the MBT comes in. The aspect of this footwear that makes it so unique is the patented sole. Beneath the heel is what is known as a "heel sensor". This is a special blend of the finest polymers designed to absorb the shock of each step, taking the pressure of the ankle, knee, hip, and back joints by nearly 20%!! A very noticeable difference. In addition, this cushion encourages the body to walk correctly starting with the heel and rolling through the foot, embracing the body's natural movement in soft terrain. Pretty neat!

When I first put the MBT on myself, I was quite curious as to how in the world something so simple can do so much. You have to try to know! It is really amazing how I could feel the footwear actually correcting my posture and softening the ground beneath me as I walked. I personally have dealt with knee issues from my soccer days (one too many blows to the leg I suppose!) that always seem to act up when it's time to walk. Not with the MBT. I can comfortably walk, or jog, all day in these without a hitch.

I will be the first to admit that I was skeptical, at first, about this new line of footwear that can help the body in so many ways----but I wear mine daily!

Stop in the store sometime, even if just to look at the newest models we carry, or our online store at www.goodcomfortableshoes.com. It's an experience you don't want to miss out on!

-Sarah Nelle Timberlake, Manager Donnelly Euro Footwear (352)385-0909