Earth Shoes Giveaway
For the longest time I’ve wanted to try out the athletic shoes, the ones that have the technology to give you a great workout built in. I’ve seen all sorts of but haven’t really been moved by the aestetics of the shoes, call me silly but I just don’t like the crazy looking wedge heels. When I was introduced to Earth Shoes I realized that not only do I not have to compromise on fashion but I can wear actual shoes that do the same job!
I was introduced to the shoes at the Type-A mom conference last year and I fell in love with all of the various styles. But I admit, I wasn’t quite sold on the idea that having a 3.7 degree incline built into the shoe with the toes positioned higher than the heel would actually help to shape me up. So, I just stuck to my old reliable and exercised hard in my regular sneakers.
This fall I was asked if I wanted to try out the line and decide for myself. Since I’m still curious I of course said yes. I was sent a pair of Acclaim boots to try out. Check it!
I love them from a purely fashion point of view. They are so nice, great leather, warm and above all comfortable. I suspect the comfort is due to the bio-foam cushioning and the arch support in the boots. On a recent cool day in Atlanta I decided to take them for a test drive. I have to tell you that with just my normal walking around town and doing errands I could feel the difference. Especially in my left calf, I had run in the morning and I could totally feel my muscles working when I wore the boots. And I know for a fact it was the boots because I wore another pair of shoes for comparison purposes and didn’t feel my muscles working.
I’ve decided to hold off on wearing my boots until after my half-marathon on November 17th. I like to give my muscles a rest after running but once the race is over, I will be styling in my boots and exercising my muscles. The best part - no one will know and my body will benefit!
Have I intrigued you? Would you like to be the proud owner of a pair of these boots? Well, I have a Giveaway sponsored by Earth Shoes.
To enter simply tell me what you do to incorporate exercise in your regular activities. It can be something simple, like parking your car far from the door of the grocery store. Just let me know!
I was introduced to the shoes at the Type-A mom conference last year and I fell in love with all of the various styles. But I admit, I wasn’t quite sold on the idea that having a 3.7 degree incline built into the shoe with the toes positioned higher than the heel would actually help to shape me up. So, I just stuck to my old reliable and exercised hard in my regular sneakers.
This fall I was asked if I wanted to try out the line and decide for myself. Since I’m still curious I of course said yes. I was sent a pair of Acclaim boots to try out. Check it!
I love them from a purely fashion point of view. They are so nice, great leather, warm and above all comfortable. I suspect the comfort is due to the bio-foam cushioning and the arch support in the boots. On a recent cool day in Atlanta I decided to take them for a test drive. I have to tell you that with just my normal walking around town and doing errands I could feel the difference. Especially in my left calf, I had run in the morning and I could totally feel my muscles working when I wore the boots. And I know for a fact it was the boots because I wore another pair of shoes for comparison purposes and didn’t feel my muscles working.
I’ve decided to hold off on wearing my boots until after my half-marathon on November 17th. I like to give my muscles a rest after running but once the race is over, I will be styling in my boots and exercising my muscles. The best part - no one will know and my body will benefit!
Have I intrigued you? Would you like to be the proud owner of a pair of these boots? Well, I have a Giveaway sponsored by Earth Shoes.
To enter simply tell me what you do to incorporate exercise in your regular activities. It can be something simple, like parking your car far from the door of the grocery store. Just let me know!
Comments
I try to incorporate exercise into my day as much as possible with little things, like walking the dog or taking the kids outside to run around in the yard or on the playground. I also stretch whenever I think about it, which seems to help my overall mood and energy level.
Thanks for a giveaway!
Margaret
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hate to exercise.....so what I do is carry around "canned vegetables" and use them to dance with , to the radio every now and again. I bought an indoor tampoline and jump on it a couple of times everytime I go thru the den..........I strap on ankle weights when I vaccum the floors and
I WALK to my friends house (about a mile) when I go to visit her rather than drive (unless it is raining)
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I work out regularly so I don't do all that much to incorporate more exercise. I do always take the stairs if I'm only going up one level, and I'll usually walk up escalators.
To answer your question, I incorporate fitness into my schedule by being a better mommy to me very energetic three year old daughter, Carina.
Every night we go to the playground for two hours, in that time period I do not sit, instead, I play tag, chase, and race on the equipment.
I have lost all but 6 pounds of my "baby weight" but more importantly, I have so many awesome memories with my daughter! Last night she told me she will always remember playing with me FOREVER! That is so much better than being the bench mommy!
I use a standing work station rather than sitting at a desk and I exercise every morning with my daughters so we keep each other accountable. It's been great!
Thanks for the contest--I love earth shoes!
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LOVE these boots and Earth Footwear in general. Crossing fingers!!
@ShawneeH
I also make a point to get up and clean something in my house during commercial breaks when we watch tv. It gets my bootie off the couch. :)
I know I'm the first guy to comment on those CUTE booties, but maybe if I get chosen, you can upgrade them to a man's boot, or shoe.
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Thanks for the great giveaway!
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LOVE THE BOOTS!
Lindsey @ GrowingKidsMinistry.com
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One of things my husband and I have been trying to do is go straight to the park after we take our daughter to the bus in the morning so we can walk/jog around the track a couple of times. We don't go as often as we should (usually because of MY lazy butt), but we're working on it. You inspire me, woman!
I also wake up early for yoga and do this 4-5 times a week and always take the stairs :)
those boots are cute! Earth shoes are great
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I also like to eat really,really heavy brownies so my biceps get a work out whilst I snack!!***
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And? He tells me about his day during the walks.
Love. It.
This is a fab giveaway!
Here's one thing I do: run around with my son every day. We go outside and I chase him or he chases me. It's a surprisingly good workout. Oh, and I go up and down the stairs in the house all day long, cleaning and carrying stuff.
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Thanks for this awesome giveaway Renee!
Love the boots.
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I like to spend my 15 minute breaks at work walking. That is 30 minutes of exercise a day! Woo hoo!
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