The second half of the first day of FitBloggin’ included the perfect balance of conference sessions and time outside in Portland.
After the cardio dance and Zumba workouts in the morning, a bunch of us headed up to our rooms to shower and change into comfy workout clothes for the afternoon sessions.
I am so grateful to the folks at Reebok and FitFluential for sponsoring my trip to FitBloggin’ and outfitting me in their gear! The above teal top is the PWR wide strap long bra top that I previously blogged about and loved thanks to its extra long length and comfortable material. It’s form-fitting and the material is thicker than some of my other workout tops, making it more flattering, just like the the PWR fitted capris.
If you’re digging any of the Reebok gear you’ve seen pop up on this blog during this conference or in the past, stay tuned for an awesome giveaway at the end of this post!
The shoes I am wearing in the above picture (with Anne!) are Reebok’s brand new ONE Cushion Series running shoe. As a neon fanatic, you know I love the highlighter color. I’m pretty sure they’re bright enough to glow in the dark! If I’m going to go out for a longer run, I will still be running in my Mizuno Wave Riders that I’ve been running in since 2007, but I’ve had the chance to run in these shoes a few times (three miles or less) and thought they were really comfortable.
The first conference session I attended on the first day of FitBloggin’ day was all about how to find the perfect fitness shoe and Christopher from Reebok broke down some of the features of the company’s new running shoe for everyone.
He explained that the running shoe was built from back to front and while training shoes like Reebok Nanos or RealFlex Screams are ideal for those who need to move in any direction, the new running shoe promotes a forward motion that is ideal for runners.
Quite a few of you have asked me for more details about the Reebok Nanos and I personally love them for circuit and strength workouts that incorporate squats, lunges, burpees, etc.
Christopher explained that the shoe doesn’t have a lot of cushioning and since the midsole material is a flattened platform, it’s thinner which allows your foot to lay flatter and closer to the ground. This increases your stability, making it ideal for functional workouts like CrossFit.
Though I’m not an avid CrossFitter, I still love the Nanos for functional or boot camp-style workouts that I do on my own. I used to feel like I was a bit wobbly during certain exercises like lunges or speed skaters, but when I wear my Nanos, I honestly do feel a lot more stable and can tell a big difference. Just my two cents!
Happy Hour at Noble Rot
The sessions at FitBloggin’ passed quickly, and after spending a lot of time inside all morning, I wanted to get out and explore Portland and was happy when Gina, Tina and Anne wanted to go for a long walk along the waterfront. (Just FYI, if you’re a blogger and want to read some of the takeaways from the FitBloggin’ sessions, definitely checkout the FitBloggin’ website. There were live bloggers in nearly every session who did an incredible job recapping each session in detail.)
It was gorgeous outside! We actually worked up quite a sweat thanks to the warm sunshine.
After our walk, we headed up to our rooms to change and meet back up in Gina’s room for a hair party.
Then it was time to roll!
We had plans to meet up with a group of fellow bloggers and fun PR women from Porter Novelli at Noble Rot, a trendy restaurant and wine bar with a great view of the city.
Once our large group found seating, I ordered a glass of Malbec.
I sipped my wine while chatting with Anne and Ericka.
I also had fun catching up with Brittney, a super bubbly woman who works with The Laughing Cow. She and my sister know each other from college and I met her at FitBloggin’ last year. She’s a blast!
Dinner at The Farm Café
After happy hour, Tina, Anne, Gina and I said our goodbyes and met up with Allie from Fanscape, a social media marketing agency, at The Farm Café.
I actually worked with Fanscape last week when I went to San Francisco with Smartfood, so I had a good time chatting with her about her hilarious coworkers, Meeshel and Kimmy. They were a riot and I loved working with them.
The Farm Cafe ended up being a huge hit with our group. Everything was so incredibly fresh and vibrant. I raved about my kale salad and trout!
If I lived in Portland, I have a feeling it would quickly become a local favorite. It was fabulous.
And now, after that crazy long post, it’s giveaway time!!!
Reebok $100 Gift Card Giveaway
One of you will have the chance to win a $100 Reebok gift card that you can use toward anything on their website!
To enter this giveaway, simply comment below, telling me about what you’d like to buy with the gift card. Do you need a new pair of shoes? A cute workout top? Shorts for a hot summer workout?
For an extra entry, you may tweet some variation of the following: “Hoping to win a $100 @Reebok gift card from @PBFingers: http://ow.ly/mwwIn !” Just remember to leave a separate comment on this post telling me that you tweeted, so I can make sure your entry counts!
I will randomly select a winner on Tuesday. Good luck!
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$100bucks?! Id put that towards a sweet pair of kicks!
Also tweeted — thanks! 😀
I only have running shoes and I’m quickly finding out that they do not work well for Cross-fit. I would love to try the Nanos out!!
I tweeted @jenflo3
I could use new shoes! Kick off marathon training. And I’ve been desperate for new summer tank tops to run in. What a great giveaway!
It looks like you had a blast, and that salad looks AMAZING!
I would love some new workout tops and capris. I have been running in old t-shirts, which are just getting too hot now!
I’d LOVE a pair of Nanos 🙂
I would love the gift card so I could buy some cute workout clothes. I want to be stylish while I sweat! Lol!
Oh! Would love some new looser tops for running distance. Plus with the brighter colors, LA drivers have a bit of a warning that someone is crossing at intersections!
would love a new pair of shoes and workout tops!
I need a new pair of running shoes, so I’d love to win!
I would love to use the giftcard towards a long bra top like yours! I’ve admired it ever since you first posted about it.
I would use it for shoes! I’m in need of a new pair!
I would love to get a couple pairs of new shorts!
I just got back in to a fitness routine of running and biking so I could definitely use some new gear =)
I’m eyeing the wide strap long bra top you have on! It looks like it would stay put while I’m in downward dog. 🙂
I’d love some new shorts and capris!
I’d love to win so I can get a new pair of running shoes! 🙂
a new top!
Honestly, I could use it towards anything and everything, I need a wardrobe update pronto!
I would love to get a new pair of Nanos. I am looking for a new pair of shoes for bootcamp, so I think these sound perfect.
I would love new running shorts–mine are getting a little too much wear and tear in the heat!
I tweeted too! https://twitter.com/sophe11/status/351485968622161921
I recently started doing crossfit and would to get a pair of the Reebok Nano shoes.
Tweeted about the giveaway! https://twitter.com/cityattempter/status/351486127724695553
I would like some new workout tops!
Oh my goodness what a a great giveaway! I would definitely opt for the PWR wide strap long bra top. Like you I have a super long torso and have a hard time finding tops that are long enough! 🙂
I just signed up for my first half marathon so I would spend the gift card on new shoes/running gear!
I’d love a new pair of neon colored sneakers!
I would love to get some more clothes. I have like 1 good running sports bra and 1 good pair of shorts and a few good tanks. Also would contemplate those shoes for strength training days..so many options!
I would love new workout tops that are long enough to cover my torso and stay down during my workouts
I also tweeted for another change to win!
I would love to get the Reebok ONE Cushion. These look awesome, and hopefully are really comfy also!
I would love a pair of the nanos for circuit workouts!
I’d love to get a new pair of running shoes! I’m starting to notice mine are worn out!
I’d love new shoes… or maybe the PWR shorts and a cute crossfit tee!
I would like some new workout tops!
I also tweeted!!
Workout tops! I just signed up for my first two official runs and I have no clue what clothes to wear yet!
the Nanos!!! I am new to Crossfit and can use all the help I can get!!!!!!
$100 gift card to buy some summer shorts, for those hazy days when I run outside.
SHOES!!! I could definitely use a new pair to work out in!
Some new running shoes… the one shoes by Reebok look awesome! 🙂
I’m always on the look out for good quality workout bottoms! i have no problems with tanks but shorts always seem to be tricky 🙂
Shoes for me 🙂 I always wait wayyyy too long before replacing my workout shoes, and would love to try some reeboks.
I would definitely buy new sneakers!
I need some new workout shoes BADLY!!!! Thanks!
I would buy new sneakers!
Would love to get the top you are wearing as I too have a long torso and need length!
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