Product Description
- MBT® is the first physiological footwear that has a positive effect on the whole body.
- The Fanaka combines rugged style with premium MBT technology to create the perfect casual rocker shoe.
- Leather upper with tonal overlays and suede detail at collar in an oxford silhouette.
- Antimicrobial Dry&Cool mesh and foam sock lining allows for breathability and assists moisture management.
- Perforated EVA insole provides added cushioning with antibacterial treatment to reduce odor.
- TPU and glass fiber shank adds firmness to sole construction and also ensures a natural rolling movement of the foot for even weight distribution.
- PU midsole with pivot is the balancing section underneath the metatarsus which requires an active rolling movement with every step.
- This activates a large number of stabilizing muscles throughout the whole body when walking or standing.
- Masai Sensor (Masai Barefoot Technology®) creates a pleasant feeling of walking on a sandy beach or soft moss.
- Instantly offers a natural instability to which the body automatically reacts increasing muscle activity.
- Durable rubber outsole offers lightweight support with good traction.
- Weight : 22 oz
- Product measurements were taken using size 42 1/3 (US Men's 9). Please note that measurements may vary by size.
Product Details
- Size: 43.5-44 M EU / 10 D(M) US
- Color: Chocolate
- Brand: MBT
- Fabric type: leather
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: .75 pounds
Features
- Fun and Stylish Shoe by MBT
- Leather upper
- Strengthens and Tones Muscles
- Improve the Use of your Joints and Spine
- Lightweight Polymesh
From the Manufacturer
MBT shoes are physiological footwear--the first footwear that has a positive effect on the entire body. MBT stands for "Masai Barefoot Technology." Their innovative design includes a multi-layered, curved sole which makes for a unique and rewarding walking experience. The key to MBT is its patented sole structure. The shank, PU midsole with Pivot and the Masai Sensor create a soft surface that is akin to walking barefoot on springy moss or on a sandy beach. This creates a natural instability underfoot, which activates the supporting muscle system and has positive effects on the entire body. Wearing MBTs significantly improves your gait and posture and relieves pressure on your joints and back. It also exercises a large number of muscles, whether you’re walking or standing. This, in turn, stimulates your metabolism, burns extra calories and speeds up muscle regeneration. In addition, MBTs can have a firming effect on abdominal, leg and buttock muscles. Wearing MBT shoes can also be a therapeutic tool for back, hip, leg and foot problems. At MBT they don't believe in shoes. They believe in footwear that makes you better from the ground up.
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful.
By ZoomDoc
MBT is perhaps at the top of the heap when it comes to rocker bottom wellness shoes. They have found a way to add class and style to this shoe niche. I am very happy with my purchase. I'm an athlete and play lots of basketball. I bought these shoes to strengthen my legs and improve posture and balance. You however need to be cautious about just how effective this shoe is. The first few weeks these should be worn sparingly. I wore mine every day for a week. I felt my calves getting sore and tight. They were indeed getting a workout as advertised. Problem is I did not recognize how tight these muscles had become and went to play in a league playoff game and had pulled by right calf muscle within five minutes. I managed to finish the game but I knew this injury was related to the shoe. You must respect this shoe. You must gradually use these in increments. They do tax the leg muscles and make them work harder. This is what you want. But it must be done slow and easy. I own 2 Tambeas and two Fanakas and the quality is excellent. Lots of technology in this shoe and the leather is thick and tough. Warning don't do any competitive sports while your breaking these in. Stretch you legs like crazy and do either manual or electrical deep tissue massage on a regular basis. Since I was the BIG athlete I thought I don't have to follow the directions which are clearly written and strongly advise a gradual approach. You live and you learn. Sometimes the price to pay for one's own ignorance is more pain. Heed my advice and don't make the same idiotic mistake I made. This is serious technology and must be treated as such. Slow and easy is the only way. Buy the way I also like the Ryn shoes which are a bit more stable. MBT makes their shoe more unstable on purpose to force the muscles to do the stabilization. There are Ryn days and MBT days. Either way the gradual approach is mandatory.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.
By Sandy H.
My husband has a bad back and he LOVES these shoes. He says the support is amazing. Great shoes and great price!
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful.
By Duane L. Smith
My son bought me these shoes. I wore them once a week and then let them collect dust. It was like walking on a wobble board. Then I watched the videos on YOUTUBE on how to walk with the MBT. Now I wear these shoes everyday. I also moved from a carpeted office area where I had to navigate stairs more often to a flatter floor space with less carpet. These shoes have impoved my posture and stengthened my calf muscles. There have been a couple of occasions where I felt DOMS in my calves and cannot remember working out and then I remembered that I was wearing MBTs. Sometimes when I get antsy, I have started a habit of doing toe raises -- good exercise, but could become compulsive. These shoes are like having a constant massage when you have calf DOMS from another workout.
I would not recommend these shoes for anyone that has to negotiate slippery walking surfaces or people that are required to work in emergency situations. I normally have to wear orthotic inserts, but do not need to in these shoes. My initial impression of quality is that the uppers are of European quality, and the soles are of Asian quality. If you are comfortable with having these shoes resoled, they will last a lifetime.
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