An Old Topic Re-visted {Giveaway}
Today, I’m revising an old subject we’ve already covered once on FCITC. However, I feel it’s something we all struggle with from time to time when slipping on a pair of yoga pants or running shorts.
Number of days I wear workout clothes each week = 7
Number of days I wear normal clothes like everyone else on the planet = .5
Number of loads of laundry full of dri-fit clothes I do each week = 4
Number of days I wear hanky panky’s = 7
Okay, that was weird… why is she talking about her underwear?
To go commando while workout or not to go commando while working out? That is the question that’s occasionally discussed between fit friends. Personally, I only go commando during the warmer months when I’m wearing running shorts or running skirts. For whatever reason, I’m just not comfortable going commando in other workout wear even when the pants are clearly designed for that purpose.
This issue came up last week when I was trying out a pair of capris for today’s giveaway from Ellasport. The pants themselves are amazing. They fit well, are flattering, and feel nice on my skin (I hate itchy workout clothes).
I put the pants on and was about to walk out my front door to teach a spin class, when my husband stopped me in my tracks.
Husband: “Um, hun… I can see a read line showing through the back of your pants.”
Me: “You mean I have panty-lines?”
H: “No, like I can see your underwear through the white part of your pants!”
Thankfully, he saved me from my embarrassment (For the record, I was in fact wearing a thong) which is why I’m bringing up this subject once again. Should I be going commando in these types of workout pants?? Is that what they are designed for?
Anyhow, enough about underpants and on with the giveaway!
Ellasport is a small company founded by Pamela Oelerich in 2006. Her mission, “to provide every woman with athletic apparel that is designed for her body and makes her feel good about herself.”
Pamela wants to give two of you the opportunity to try out out Ellasport’s gear for yourself! One reader will win a pair of the New Power Capris, while another winner will receive the Ellasport Workout Skirt.
Here’s how you can enter to win either the New Power Capris or the Workout Skirt:
#1) (mandatory entry) Tell me something personal: What do you think about going commando while working out? Is it a “do” or “don’t” for you?
#2 (bonus entry, please leave a separate comment telling me you tweeted) Tweet: “I just entered to win @ellasport gear from @fitchicknyc and so can you http://ow.ly/8O9m7″
The Ellasport giveaway ends on Friday, February 3, 2012 at 12:00a.m. EST. Two winners will be chosen at random. The first number drawn will win the capri pants, while the second number drawn will win the workout skirt. The winners will be announced on this post, via twitter, and facebook on Saturday, February 4, 2012.
{I was not compensated for this post. I did receive the above mentioned products for review. All opinions and thoughts expressed are my own.}
****This giveaway is now closed.
The winner of the Power Capri Pants is Alexis {Diva on a Diet}.
The winner of the workout skirt is Michelle C.!
Congratulations, ladies! I hope you enjoy your Ellasport gear!
Peanut Curry Sauce for One
As of yesterday it has been two weeks since I’ve made a proper trip to the grocery store. Determined not to order in I was stuck with an extremely boring dinner option: broccoli, brown rice, and garbanzo beans.
While searching through my refrigerator for some inspiration, I had an idea. I would attempt to make a peanut curry sauce for one.
The outcome of my sauce creation was just what I needed to stop me from heading to seamless web and ordering $15 worth of food.
Peanut Curry Sauce for One
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- 1 tsp curry paste
- 3 tbsp coconut milk (or whatever milk you have on hand)
- 1 tsp dried basil
- dash of red chili pepper flakes (only if you like a little extra kick)
Directions: Combine ingredients and mix together in a small bowl. Pour over cooked food, raw veggies, or mix into a rice bowl while on the stove.
The sauce recipe easily doubles to serve two!
How do you jazz up boring meals? I’m always looking for new ideas because I’m always left with grains, a frozen veggie and a protein when I haven’t gone food shopping.
Say it, Do it! {Itching for # 9 & 10}
{If you’re new to SIDI here’s some info: At the beginning of each week on FCITC “Say it, Do it” is a chance for us to commit to our workouts for the week by saying them out loud here and keeping each other accountable.}
I haven’t “raced” a race since September 26, 2010. Let’s just say I’m getting itchy over here.
So itchy that I’ve signed up for both my 9th and 10th 1/2 marathons (they’re two weeks apart from each other). I’m ready to train. I’m ready to set some pr’s. Which, means I’m playing by the rules this year. I’m increasing my mileage slowly. I’m doing my core work and I’m avoiding workouts that might remotely enhance my healing injuries.
Training doesn’t start until next weeks, but I have my 12 week training plan ready to go!
Changing up the way I plan my weekly workouts last week worked. I did all my workouts, I just need to do more stretching.
Here’s what’s on my schedule this week:
- 1 Spin Class
- Run 14 miles (including the Gridiron Classic)
- Core/Strength training 3x
- Stretching daily
Tell me: What are you itching for this winter? What workouts are you committed to this week? How did last week’s workouts go? Anything fun going on this week?
Congrats to Amber and Gia for their new shiny pr’s!
