MBT Women’s Kisumu Sandal
- Masai Barefoot Technology will strengthen muscles, burn calories, and improve posture.
- The worlds first physiological footwear.
- Join the revolution.
- The MBT sandal has all the technology and benefits of MBT shoes, but in a stylish, comfortable sandal. Perfect for those hot summer months or wearing inside during the winter, MBT sandals create a smooth and easy fit
- This Shoe Runs ½ Size Small. Order ½ Size Up
Product Description
The MBT Kisumu sandal has all the technology and benefits of MBT shoes, but in a stylish, comfortable sandal. Perfect for those hot summer months or wearing inside during the winter, MBT sandals create a smooth and easy fit.
Makes training more effective, challenging and gentle to your spine.
Biomechanical design strengthens the body and helps to improve the way you use your muscles and joints.
Patented curved layered sole improves posture.
Improve your circulation with every step.
In short, the effects of walking with MBT are both training and massage.Amazon.com Review
At MBT we don’t believe in shoes. We believe in footwear that makes you better from the ground up.
MBT: The idea of Physiological Footwear
MBT, Masai Barefoot Technology, was invented by Swiss engineer Karl Müller. During a visit to Korea he made the startling discovery that walking barefoo… More about this product >>
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Average Rating: 5.0
I’ve been wearing these shoes for 2 1/2 years. I bought them because I hoped it would help me with my daily back pain (I was taking antiinflamatories on a daily basis). Let me also tell you that I’m active. I’m used to aerobic exercise, and I’m fit. Running is my passion and I didn’t want to give it up. It was like this, I would wake up pain free, would run on the treadmil and stretch, run some errands and there she was the back pain. Then she’ll visit with me till the end of the day. Of course it kept getting worse, till the point I would get out of bed pain free and after walking around the house a little bit there she was the back pain waiting on me to keep me company for the rest of the day.
I was researching on the internet when I bumped into these shoes. Actually I was looking for some Birkenstocks when I found MBTs. I was so desperate to come up with a solution for my back pain that I made my husband drive me to Texas, about 70 miles far from where I live, to Frisco so that I could get them that very same day. I didn’t want having to wait for the MTBs being shipped and stuff.
They advise you to get started little by little and there is a DVD and a pamphlet that cames along with instructions. Anyway, I put MBTs on and got out of the store, did grocery shopping and the relief was so big I wore the shoes for the rest of the day. Next day I put them on when I woke up (literally) and ever since I’ve wore it for 2 years straight. Sandals in the summer and sneakers in the winter. I like the sandals best. No more pain, no more pills. Although I am fit, my legs got a little bit tired during the first week or so because you start using muscles that might have never been requested before. In the past 6 months I haven’t been wearing them as often, I just walk on them when I exercise on the treadmil (running on them is pretty tough, it’s like running on very soft sand) and I also make sure I have them on when cleanning the house and traveling. These sandals are just perfect for traveling. I’m brazilian married to an american, so I visit my country often and a 10 hour flight can get your feet pretty swollen. Studies show that you still maintain your good posture for 2 or 3 days when not wearing the MBTs.
Bottom line, they took my back pain away for good. I was told they might loose their cushioning after a year but no. Good quality shoes, I’m still wearing the first pair of sandals and sneakers I bought. As far as muscular improvement I havent’ noticed much since I was already fit when I started wearing them. I’ve seen websites that would advertise the fact that these shoes improve your celulite and things like that. MBT Company is very serious and doesn’t mention anything like that. I know that some fancy spas do sell them. MBTs are bulky and heavier than normal shoes but nevertheless very comfortable.
When you find something that takes your pain away like I found relief in these pair of shoes, you stick with it.
Rating: 5 / 5
I have been wearing skechers shape-ups, an imitation of the original, for 4 months and loved them. Decided to go with these because I dislike the look of the sandals in the line. Skechers require learning how to walk with the unusual shape which is actually identical to the MBTs. But…and this but is huge, the way the sole is weighted makes the walking automatic. As far as general statistics, 7 hours on my feet and nothing hurts. I cannot imagine a more comfortable shoe. Only problem is the adjustment, if needed. To move these straps takes effort, but then they do remain completely secure.
Rating: 5 / 5
Only shoe in their line I can wear because of long toes…….very comfy and supportive.
Rating: 4 / 5
Wow! What a summmer ~ I walked everywhere with my MBT sandals ~ short walks, long walks and it was a joy to own this product ~ First of all they are very comfortable ~ if it is not comfortable I don’t wear it. I highly recommend these sandals for the comfort, durability, ease of “on and off”, style and most especially I never had any sorness in my lower back after wearing. After owning and spending all summer in my MBTs I hardly want to wear anything else on my feet ~ Well worth the money ~ Enjoy ` Carol McKenna
Rating: 5 / 5
I had a podiatrist butcher both of my big toes 3 years ago and can no longer wear closed toe shoes. I am an avid walker and used to wear Keens all of the time. Then I find these! While they are a little pricey, they are very comfortable out of the box. The only problem I have is that my feet slip forward in them while walking. But my overall workout experience is incredible wearing these, you can feel your muscles working and your posture is greatly improved! On a sidenote, I wore them to the mall, and going up an escalator was hysterical, you have to balance!
Rating: 4 / 5