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 tweeted 🙂
I would love to get some cute tanks! I also really need some new sports bras.
I’d love to buy some new workout tanks and shorts! I could also use a new pair of shoes.
I would love new running tank tops! They are all so cute!
I would love to buy a new pair of workout shoes!
I would love a new pair of sneakers!
I would love a new pair of running shoes! Mine are definitely getting ready to bite the dust so a new pair would be wonderful!
NEW SHOES…. RUNNING SHOES… my current ones are killing my feet!!
I would buy some Nanos. I really need some better training shoes than the ones I have!
I haven’t been able to exercise recently due to a new job, but I’m hoping that some cute new Reebok gear will re-focus my drive to sweat!
I’d love a new running tank!
I”m in desperate need of new shoes! I love running shoes!
I’m so curious about these lower platform shoes. I wear my running shoes for everything simply because it is easy and I feel support. But now I’m curious… I’d love to try them!
I would love to get a new multipurpose workout shoe, maybe the Nanos!
Definitely workout shorts and tops. I’m a new mom trying to get back in shape 🙂 Thanks!
I would get a new pair of shoes! I love the neon ones you were wearing and would be tempted to get those
I would definitely pick-up a pair of shoes. I’m intrigued by the new design to veer away from my favorite Nikes.
I would love to get the One Cushion Series Running Shoe!
I’d get some shoes or sports bras.
I would love a new tank and a pair of running shorts!
A new pair of shoes! I am a PE teacher, so I am on my feet ALOT:)
I just started Crossfit 3 weeks ago and am in desperate need of some new kicks. Reebok is definitely the place to go!
I would LOVE a par it of Nanos!! Like you, I am not an avid cross fitter but I enjoy creating my own circuit style workouts at the gym and currently wear my Mizunos for these workouts, but I have been dying to try Nanos!
I would use the $100 Reebok gift card to purchase some of those awesome-looking running shoes! I run three days a week, and my running shoes are wearing out!
Would love some new workout tops!
I’d love some sweet neon running shorts or shoes!
I definitely would love some new summer workout gear!
I would love to win this so I can get a new pair of reebok running shoes!!! My wedding is in three weeks so I would love to run in new shoes on the honeymoon!!!
I definitely need a new pair of shoes and I love cross fit inspired workouts so the Reebok nanos look perfect!
I would love a new pair of running shoes. The brighter the better!
Since I’m starting to train for a half marathon in October new sneaks or workout gear would be great!
I love those highlighter sneakers too! So cute! It’s great that companies are now making cute workout gear!!
I could use some new running shorts and a cute top!
I am in the market for some new running shoes and the ones you featured are super cute!
My favorite pair of workout Capri’s are Reebok and I definitely could use another pair!!
I love the Dance Wrap capri! They look super comfy.
I am in the market for some new shoes!
I tweeted!
I’d love to get a new pair of running shoes! The more purple the better!
I would buy a couple tank tops with the gift card… I love how long they are, perfect for working out!
I would love a new cute workout top and shorts for the summer!!
I am in desperate need of some good running socks and would love another workout top!
I would definitely use it for some tank tops and shorts!
It would be so fun to have some new Reebok tops!!
I’d definitely get some new neon running shoes from Reebok!
I’d order some much needed sports bras…it’s been a few years since I’ve splurged on one!
I tweeted! 🙂
I would love a new pair of reebok nano shoes for my strength training workouts!
Definitely a tank top and shorts 🙂
I would definitely be going for some new crops! Just a week ago I got a TON of new reebok shorts on clearance and love those too!!
new running shoes! I’m loving the super bright colors!