Skechers ' official : FTC claims `` went beyond stronger and more toned muscles '' In the ad , Gautreau cited an `` independent '' clinical study he conducted testing the shoes ' benefits . They also said shoes would help `` weight loss and cardiovascular health , '' official says . Customers who bought Shape ` toning '' shoes will be eligible for refunds . Sales of toning footwear approached between $ 60 and $ 100 industrywide in a year later , FTC says .
Skechers ' official : FTC claims `` went beyond stronger and more toned muscles '' They also said shoes would help `` weight loss and cardiovascular health , '' official says . Customers who bought Shape ` toning '' shoes will be eligible for refunds . Sales of toning footwear approached between $ 60 and $ 100 industrywide in a year later , FTC says .