FTC official : Skechers ' claims ` ` went beyond stronger and more toned . '' They also said shoes would help ` ` weight loss and cardiovascular health , '' official says . Customers who bought Skechers ` ` toning '' shoes will be eligible for benefits . Sales of the footwear approached $ 1 billion worldwide in 2010 , FTC official .
FTC official : Skechers ' claims `` went beyond stronger and more toned muscles '' They also said shoes would help `` weight loss and cardiovascular health , '' official says . Customers who bought Skechers `` toning '' shoes will be eligible for refunds . Sales of toning footwear approached $ 1 billion industrywide in 2010 , FTC says .