MBTs. They are the way forward

Advantages: Does what it promises
Disadvantages: You have to learn to walk again

...on my heel as a result of my own stupidity. (How?s that for an honest review?!) So, I re-read the booklet, watched the DVD again (twice) and, when my self-induced blister was gone, learned to walk properly again in my MBTs. I?ll not go through the details of the theory of how and why the MBT (Masai Barefoot Technology) shoes work. But I will say this. It is claimed that you will feel as if you are walking in soft sand, as if you were walking on a good beach. And that is exactly what it feels like. The sole of the MBT is a totally radical design. If like me you tend to stamp with your heels, you will find this impossible with MBTs, as there is not a traditional heel on the sole of the MBT shoes! (You see? I said it was a radical design!) There are some other advantages in wearing MBTs, too. The design of the sole means that not...

Martinscholes 24.08.2009 · Read review
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brilliant read that tells a thrilling true story

Advantages: excellent story, very good insight into African Masai culture
Disadvantages: none!

...I bought 'The White Masai' because of my interest in African culture, and having read a brief synopsis of this book, I realsied that this book was based around a woman and her journey to Kenya. *NOTE* This is a true story, written by Corrine Hofmann, who on a holiday to Kenya with her boyfriend fell in love with a Masai Warrior. It is written in story form, and it is easy to forget that this is real life, but try and remember that this did really happen, as it gives the story another dimension, and makes it an even more interesting read! SYNOPSIS: Corrine Hofmann went on holiday to Kenya with her boyfriend, only to have her life turned upside down. She fell in love with a Masai warrior, and moved to Kenya to live in a small hut with him. They face man obstacles together, but stay deeply in love, and the story follows how Corrine...

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MBT - Marvelous Bouncing Tootsies!

Advantages: Makes walking give more exercise to your legs
Disadvantages: Cost, takes some getting used to walking

...BOING! The bf is having a go at me again, for having a somewhat wobbly behind. *sigh* Normally I take no notice of his comments, my brain decides to switch off my ears and go into "la lalala la I'm not listening" mode, but this time I thought maybe I'll have a go at doing something about it. The trouble is, I'm not really into rushing to the gym every day to sweat myself silly over an exercise bike or treadmill. So I started looking for ways to make my daily routine use up more calories and give extra fitness benefits. Enter MBT. This stands for Masai Barefoot Technology. Apparently some Swiss doctor did a study on the Masai warriors to find out why they had such good posture and never suffer from back pain, and incidentally had nice legs with no cellulite. It's all to do with the way they walk, always on the ball of their foot...

katgirl 28.07.2005 (19.08.2005) · Read review
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Safari So Good

Advantages: see opinion
Disadvantages: see opinion

...Guess who won a 5 day trip to the Masai Mara National Park? This was something I was truly looking forward to. I've never been much of a beach to hotel and back again type tourist, so this would be real adventure in a place I'd never been to, and I was horribly excited. First and foremost, though, was the safety aspect. I went off to the doctor who consulted the map and told me to have the Yellow Fever jab, and to take anti-malaria tablets. The side effects of both of them could be pretty nasty, but I had to remember that they wouldn't be half as bad as the full blown illnesses. Plus, the Yellow Fever jab would last for 10 years so at least there was some milage in that pain. The malaria pills, Paludrine, had to be taken for a few weeks before leaving then for 4 weeks after our return. They were likely to cause headaches, stomach...

Salgirl 24.04.2001 · Read review
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MBT shoes - I will buy more

Advantages: Muscle & joint relief; improved posture; relief of back pain
Disadvantages: Cost - but so worth it

...I am the LAST one you would expect to wear this style of shoe. However, back pain and foot pain related to broken ankles/leg years ago interfered with my ability to work effectively at my teaching job or to do any walking for exercise, and orthotic inserts had only helped somewhat and were extremely uncomfortable. In September, 2006, was in my normal shoe store, Shoe Country in Tupelo, Mississippi, when I spotted the new display of MBT shoes. I was already familiar with the health of the Masai tribe, so I just asked the sales person about the shoes out of curiosity, still thinking that I would never wear that type of "serious" shoe.. The salespeople were VERY knowledgable about the MBT's and explained the benefits to legs, posture, etc. Since MBT's were very new in this area, they could not yet give me customer feedback, but they had...

tutor4u 23.03.2007 · Read review
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Kenya once in a lifetime

Advantages: Stunning scenery, amazing wildlife, holiday of a lifetime
Disadvantages: cold mornings and evenings, very early mornings, unsafe food and water

...My family and I travelled to Kenya for a 10 day safari with British Airways Holidays. I honestly can't praise the experience enough, and if you can raise the cash it is a definite holiday to remember. The highlight of our trip was a the Masai Mara national park. We rose early every morning (you are must likely to see animals at dusk and sunrise)and set out in our safari van. Our guide was friendly, cheerful and extremely informative. He knew where to go to find the best wildlife and also knew how close we could get - one time he had to make a quick get-a-way from a herd of angry male elephant. It is so crucial that you feel 100% secure when you are out there, so a personal guide is a must. Take your camera, video camera or even tape recorder to secure that the stunning scenery, wildlife and sounds are captured indelibly. Another tip is...

lec299 06.12.2000 · Read review
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The beauty of the Mara

Advantages: learning about an amazing culture/stunning scenery/up close with the animals
Disadvantages: food and drink where we were staying was not inclusive so rather expensive

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Sophie-Kaia 20.01.2008 · Read review
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Marvel at the Magnificent Maasai Mara

Advantages: Once in a life time experince. Magic destination. Luxury accomodaton
Disadvantages: Cost,

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sknipe 22.09.2007 · Read review
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Try them! Buy them!

Advantages: make it easier to walk farther/longer
Disadvantages: the %#@! price!

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Kazlith 13.09.2005 · Read review
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Watch that Cheetah Chomping

Advantages: Once in a lifetime
Disadvantages: No hot water !

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Porky2005 23.02.2005 · Read review
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