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 would love to get some Reebok Nanos!
I would buy some fitted capris/shorts because I am in desperate need of more than just 2 pairs that I wear 5 days a week!!
I would get some running tops and shorts. My workout outfits are looking a bit haggard.
(Also just tweeted 🙂 )
I am training for the Atlanta Marathon in October and am in some serious need for a new pair of running shoes!
I would get some new running shoes for sure! I like the bright yellows ones!!!
I would love a new pair of running shoes to start my summer workouts out fresh!
I would love a new pair of running shoes!
I would get some new (cooler) workout clothes for summer workouts!
i would love a pair of the Reebok One’s in the pink, grey and white. Those are my favorite colors…backwards
In desperate need of new shoes! My toes are starting to peek through my old pair!
Your trip to FitBloggin looks like a blast! I would probably look for a new pair of running shoes!
I’d love some new running tanks and shorts for sweaty summer workouts!
I would love to get a new workout tank and some capri tights. I have a half marathon coming up in 2 weeks and would love new running gear to wear!
I also tweeted! 🙂
I’d love some new shorts!
I want to get some Reebok Nano shoes!
I’d love an update to my summer workout wardrobe!
I just signed up for my first marathon and would love to get a new pair of sneakers before I start training!
I would love some new workout clothes for the 100 degree summer weather!
I need some new workout shirts to get started again after having my baby!!
I’m dying for a pair of fun, SUPER BRIGHT, shoes for the summer! My current pair are looking pretty sad in comparison to all the awesome colors out there!
I would love those highlighter shoes!
OMG can i please win this!!! i have been wanting to get Reebok’s Oly Lifters for soooo long! They have been in my checkout basket for seriously months!!! Money is an issue but with this card, ID be able to actually comoplete my checkout!
I could definitely use some new workout clothes- shorts and tops!
i would love a pair of nanos!
I would LOVE some new workout gear! Preferably some tank tops to beat this h-o-t New Orleans heat!
tweeted!
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I would love to win so I can buy some new workout tops!
I having been wanting to try the PWR fitterd capris for so long. They look so comfortable!
I would love to use it for running shoes and a tank top! 🙂
I tweeted! @Sweating4Sweets
I would get the cargo dance pants
I really need summer workout clothes for the hot weather.
I just recently got married and due to that have been working out in crummy old t-shirts because I had to sacrifice buying new workout gear for wedding expenses. I would love to get some new tees like the love fitness tee!
Also tweeted!
OMG I need new shoes so bad and I loved my old reebok. That would be awesome if I could get my hands on some.
Definitely need some new running shoes and would love the neon ones you featured!
I desperately need a new pair of running sneakers and I’ve been eyeing the reebok nanos.
I would love some new capris or running shoes!
I would LOOOVE to get some new running capris!!!
I would love some more tank tops to run in. I usually wear heat gear t-shirts but my farmers tan is getting worse every time I run in the sun haha My arms and shoulders would be so grateful to get some sunshine 🙂
I’d love to buy my sister cute workout tanks & shorts! She’s just getting into working out and I want her to continue her new, healthy habit. New workout gear is a great motivator for me so I’m assuming it would be for her too!
I would love to win some cute workout bras!
I would like a pair of reebok sneakers! They look comfy and love the colors.
It’s my birthday today and would love to have the gift card for some new running kicks!! I <3 Reebok.
I definitely would be buying new running shoes. I went for a jog this morning and my feet were killing me!
I would love to buy some new workout clothes! I recently had a baby and am working on getting my body back to pre-pregnancy weight so I think some new fun clothes to wear would really motivate me and make me feel prettier! 🙂
I’m in desperate need of a new pair of running shoes! I would love to win the gift card. Thanks for the oppurtunity!
I would definately buy some new running shoes!! Need some new ones!!