For a weight loss type thing, I don't like the message I guess it sends about body image. But, there are definitely overweight children... And more than that, rocker bottomed shoes are better for your feet and toes, or so my orthopedist tells me. He recommended them for me because I have bad arthritis in my toes and he says they would help.
Re: Skechers Shape-Ups for girls.
Yuck, those shoes are so ugly and obvious. They remind me of: