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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I just signed up for my first Marathon in Jacksonville next February (26.2 with Donna, breast cancer run!) and I am in desperate need of new work out clothes to keep me motivated on the long runs. Training in the Florida heat calls for extra wick sweating gear and plenty of running gear that will help me beat the heat. Can’t wait to run this for a great cause!
I have never tried Reebok gear before and would love to get some new shoes!
I would love to buy some flowy shirts. I’m pregnant with my first and have set a goal to workout as long as I can throughout my pregnancy. I’m getting to the point now where my belly is growing and need to get clothes to fit my changing body!
I could totally use that gift card on some new workout gear.. esepcially tops and running shorts!
I am in desperate need of some new workout tops! I have never tried any Reebox products so I would be excited to try something new:)
I would love some more comfy workout gear. I am a stay at home mom and am able to get a workout in while my two little boys play, but my daily wardrobe usually consists of comfy workout clothes chasing them around after 🙂 I just lost 30lbs and have no clothes that fit, so this would be perfect! Thanks so much for the opportunity!
I am always looking for more yoga tops! It’s my latest passion and I can wear them when I spin too! Double duty – woot! woot!
I am in desperate need of some new running gear! Especially shoes!
I would love some new workout clothes 🙂
I could use some new tank tops!
I’d love some new shoes or workout clothes!!
I would love to get some cute workout tops w/ the gift card!
I’d definitely buy some new running shoes! the Sublite Duo Run ones 🙂
Hello from Canada! I would love some running shorts and crops!!! Especially in a fun neon!!
Desperately need a new pair of sneaks! Mine are on their way out from training for my last race and I would love to try out Reebok’s design. And it would help motivate me to run more again before I teach my Pilates classes!
I totally need new workout shoes!
I have been venturing into more cross-training, so I would love to buy a new pair of shoes that are more suited to that kind of training!
I would like to buy some of their cute workout tops, I love that theirs are extra long to fit my torso and will not ride up like most of mine do! 🙂
My daughters birthday is coming up and I know she would just love a new Reeboks outfit! She really works hard and this would just keep encouraging her!
Ah, commenting just in time! 😉 I could DEFINITELY use the Reebok giftcard! I am in dire need of some new workout/training shoes and new running gear!
I would love to try out the new Reebok Nanos for my BodyPump workouts!! Thanks to Julie for getting me and my husband hooked on BodyPump workouts 🙂
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Anything from Reebok would be great! I could always use a new workout top, shorts to run in, or sneakers to workout in. Anything would be a treat from Reebok!
I would love some new shoes!
Would love to win a gift card!!! I could definitely use some new cute workout tank tops for this crazy summer heat!
I would LOVE some new workout clothes! I need some new tights to run in.
I would love to get some workout capris, or bright new shoes for gym workouts!
AHh! Love all of this and would LOVE to win!!
I would love to win the $100 gift card to buy some running leggings. I currently have a pair of long, warm ones that I use in the winter but nothing for warmer days. But I have some shorts so I guess I’m not that badly off!
Ahh I love those super cute colorful shoes y’all are wearin!! What a fun way to get motivated and movin!!
I would buy running shoes. I am signing up for a couple of races this year and am trying to run everyday. New shoes would be awesome!!
I seriously need some workout clothes. I never spend money on good workout clothes. I always have to pick between the clothes or the shoes and I always go with shoes since they seem to make the bigger differnce in comfort. But I would LOVE to actually look cute when I run instead of wearing my cut off shirts and capri tights.
I would love a pair of those bright One cushion running shoes in highlighter colours to brighten up my morning work outs in the dark, damp and drizzly Irish weather. Colourful gym clothes always make me feel more cheery. 😀
I tweeted about this giveaway!
I’d love a new work out top! None of mine fit very well anymore!
I wear my usual running shoes for all gym workouts, and I’d love to try a pair of cross trainers instead to see if there is a big difference!
I would definitely get some running shorts and tanks. Training for a half in the summer means the lighter the clothes, the better! Loving their stuff lately!
I could definitely use some new running gear! Especially a new pair of shoes!!
i would LOVE some new shorts! way too hot to be running in pants!
So fun! I’m in desperate need for some new workout tops and sports bras. Most of my stuff is at the point of no return now…even a good cleaning can’t save ’em.
tweeted about the giveaway 🙂
I could totally use some new workout shorts! Or Shoes! Or tanks!! I just moved to Austin, TX from Chicago and its a tad (a lot hotter) here! Cool Reebok workout gear would definitely motivate me to keep on running through this heat:)
I would use the $100 for a new pair of running shoes. Mine are falling apart!
I would totally buy new running shoes. I am dying for a new pair of running shoes, but my current budget doesn’t qualify that is a necessary purchase! I’ve been in out and of shoe stores looking at running shoes, but each time pulled myself away as I deemed it not important enough to break my budget cycle. Oh, the salary of a 20-something!
I recently picked up yoga and am looking for some new work out gear. I would love to buy some clothes that I can use just for yoga instead of using my current running clothes.
I would use the gift card for new shoes! I do Zumba 3 times a week and the bottoms of my shoes are wearing out- I’d love new pink ones! 🙂
I would love to buy some cute running skirts! I JUST got my first, and I can’t believe I have been running without them! They’re amazing!
I need a new pair of running shoes so I can continue my 10k training!
I would definitely buy some new workout tanks. I love all the fun colors!
I would be all in for new running tights and workout leggings. You can never have too many and they look great with everything!
I’d buy tights/cold weather gear. I’m moving back to Chicago next week, and I know my legs will appreciate the warmth come winter!