I actually miss running. (Never in a million years did I think I would say that).
At 28weeks pregnant, however, I’ve committed to walking 1-1.5miles/day. More power to the women who run 5Ks and 1/2 marathons with bulging bellies, but it’s not for me.
Tim, however, has been running in the recently debuted New Balance Minimus. They’re like the Vibram FiveFingers shoes – but without the alien toe look. He says they remind him of race shoes…like the ones from his bygone high school track & field competitions. Little padding. Lightweight. Lots of traction. Ideal for short distances. Although he’s not completely sold on barefoot running science, he does think it’s been to fun to give them a go on his nightly runs.
Available for both men and women, the shoes come in a variety of colors and for a variety of purposes (trail, cross-trainer, etc.).
Have you joined the “barefoot running” club? What style shoe do you most prefer?
WIN IT! One winner will receive a pair of New Balance Minimus shoes! To enter, leave any topic-related comment on this post prior to Sunday, January 22 at 11:59 p.m. All generic comments like “Enter me!” or “Love it” will be disqualified. Winner must provide a US mailing address.
* Thanks to New Balance for providing two pairs of shoes – one for review and one for this giveaway.
*UPDATE* The winner is #63 Renee C. Congratulations!
Have you ever seen the movie “What Women Want,” starring Mel Gibson and Helen Hunt? Quick Overview: Mel’s character gains the ability to read womens’ thoughts…and he quickly discovers that their thoughts are going in a hundred different directions at about a mile a minute.
Tim and I sat down a few weeks ago to put together a fitness schedule. We’ve been running on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. We also try to add in a “bonus run” on the weekend – either that or a hike/long walk.
Tim & I like to hike. When we began having babies, we had two options: (1) Stop hiking and wait until all of our kids were old enough to hike on their own (that might be a long time coming…) or (2) Carry the little ones. We decided on the latter.
ERGO recently sent me their newest Performance Carrier ($120) in Spring Green to review. I was giddy when it arrived. You see, this is the “ERGO for outdoor people.” It has all of the same great features as the original ERGO, but it’s lighter in weight, has a more durable exterior, and is lined with mesh for better breath-ability.
So. I bet you want to ask me, “If you had to choose between the organic carrier and the performance carrier, which would you choose?” That’s a tough one because they are VERY similar. I almost couldn’t tell the difference. If you intend to use the carrier at least semi-regularly in outdoor pursuits, I would say to get the performance.
Here in Southern Arizona, we are all holding our breath for the end of summer.
We go hiking as a family often. In the mountains. In the desert. Across rocks and over hills.
The truth is this: Being outdoors is safe and wonderful, even for – especially for – children.
