RYN Footwear Toning Shoe Review

RYN makes rocker-soled toning shoes with a difference. Unlike the instability built into shoes such as Skechers Shape-ups, the Ryn shoes are stable rocker shoes. The rocker sole leads you through a wider range of motion in your walking step while also enforcing good posture. I liked the wide toe box, and they have extra depth to accommodate orthotics. RYN shoes have high quality construction and a higher price point than many toning shoe designs.

RYN toning shoes have a 45 degree rocker sole, which justifies their slogan, "We rock harder." Most other rocker-soled shoes have a 30 degree slant. The more slant, the more range of motion the foot goes through with each step. That should challenge more muscles resulting in more toning and calorie burn.

RYN shoes are stable. They have a structured air tunnel rather than soft memory foam, so they support and guide the foot throughout each stride. They don't allow the foot to roll inward or outward, helping to correct for overpronation. They also have more volume and can accommodate orthotics for those who need custom motion control and gait correction. I've tried some other toning shoes which actually made me overpronate, which can lead to injuries.

The shoes also have an arch hump, meant to stimulate the arch. I have low arches and I can't tolerate much arch support. Many people would like the extra arch stimulation.

The shoes felt well cushioned and they are fun to wear at first try. The rocker motion seems natural and I enjoyed their fit and feel. I felt a good difference in my walking posture wearing the shoes, they enforce good posture.

Wearing them for 15 to 30 minute workouts, I didn't feel any abnormal stresses and didn't get any muscle aches afterward. RYN claims to reduce joint stress. They are heavier than my usual training shoes, but don't feel overly heavy while walking in them.

RYN shoes have high quality workmanship.

With any toning shoe, build up your time wearing the shoe gradually in order to prevent aches and injuries. Buy shoes from dealers that have generous return or exchange policies. Be ready to return any shoes that cause pain or are not working well for you.

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