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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Portland is just so great! Miss my hometown! I would love some new summer workout gear that I can really work up a sweat in! 🙂
More summer workout and running gear!
I would love to try the Nanos!
Oh I would love to get some bright colored running tops and shorts to keep me motivated while I’m training to run my first half marathon!!
I would LOVE some new workout tanks and shorts!
Looks like such a fun trip!! I definitely need some new work out tops and shorts! I’m loving the neon colors for summer!
New shoes!!
I really like the Studio Stripe Long Bra Top!
Sounds like you’re having a blast in Portland! I would love to visit there one day.
I would buy new shoes with the gift card…and probably some tanks for running/yoga.
Also Tweeted about the giveaway 🙂
I need some new gym shoes!
Aaaah how do I choose from all of the wonderful Reebok gear?! I guess I’d mainly be interested in some cute new sports bras and tops…I also love both the shirt and shoes that Anne is wearing in the picture with you!
shoes and pants!!!
I had a baby five months ago and still have a few pounds to lose. Some new (and better fitting) workout gear would be a great motivator to get back in the gym! I would love to win the gift card 🙂
I would love some new workout gear for the summer!
new shorts and a sports bra !
I’d love to buy a pair of the Nanos- i’ve always just worn running shoes and almost never strength train, but I just began working with a trainer and am finally seeing the light (and exciting progress!)
I would love some new running shoes! Love your blog;-)
I would buy a few of the colorful PWR wide strap long bra tops. I’m 16 weeks pregnant and long, stretchy breathable tops are my go to right now in this summer heat! These tops would be great for now and post baby!
Those hilighter shoes are gorgeous!! I am going to have to head out and check them out at the store. Also went out looking for some new workout shorts just this afternoon…no luck yet, but I’ll find some that I fall in love ith eventually. It looked like such a fun time for you ladies at the conference!
I love neon running shoes! I would totally love to get a pair as well as a who makes the rules tank. I am currently training for a promotional test for work so I got a trainer at my gym and we always compliment on the bright color fitness gear we see around the gym.
I need some new outfits! Some workout tops and running shorts would be ideal!
New shoes and tank tops!
Would love those nano shoes!
Also tweeted about the giveaway!
Lighter and more breathable clothes! I just moved to a 100 degree city and I start sweating on the DRIVE to the gym!
I would like to get some shoes. I have never had any true running shoe and would love to find some to try!
I tweeted …. @brenam24
I have the Nano.2 would love to try the new version coming in July:)
I just recently started CrossFit and would love a pair of Nanos to use at CrossFit. I am currently using running sneakers which aren’t cutting it and affecting my knees, but I don’t have the money to buy new shoes so this would be great!!
I would love love some new summer workout gear! Cute and bright tank tops and new shorts would be great to keep up the workout motivation on those hot, sticky days!
I would so love a pair of Nanos! I just started CrossFit about a month ago and could really use a pair of good shoes to protect my knee!
I’d love to try the Nano Speed shorts!
I would love to buy the PWR Wide Strap Long Bra top with the gift card. Recently I’ve lost some weight and none of my workout clothe fit well. Plus I could always use something that hides places.
I recently started doing some crossfit and boot camp style workouts at home and those nanos look like the perfect shoe for those workouts!
I would love some new yoga/running capris. I’m trying to lose this baby weight and I’m not quite ready to go all shorts. Soon.
I’m in need of some new running shoes!!
shorts please! I’ll be training soon for the kiowah island half and it’s going to be hot hot hot!
Just tweeted your awesome giveaway!
I am an avid crossfitter and would love to try the nano shoes; everyone I know that has them raves about them!
I would love a new pair of workout shoes. You always have great, colorful shoes and I’d like to try some Reeboks.
Looking for some new running shoes (mine have holes in them) and really want to try some of the awesome workout tanks and tops!
I just started doing Crossfit and I am wanting to buy a pair of their nano shoes 🙂 Thanks for doing these awesome giveaways!
Portland is one of my favorite cities! I would love some new workout tips!
I would love some new running shoes! I’ve practically run the soles off of my current ones!
I would get one of the PWR tops and new shoes!
I would love some new tops!
I could really use a new pair of shorts and shoes-my running shoes are gettng holes in them!
I would put the gift card towards a pair of Nanos! I love crossfit and have been eyeing the shoes for almost a year now.
I need a new pair of sneakers! 🙂
You have the cutest Reebok tank tops, I would really like to splurge on one or two of those.. Especially with this heat we are experiencing in AZ! I would love a light weight, comfortable tank top for my early morning runs. Love your blog!