I received gifts from Altra and Nuun while I was attending The Running Event last month, as part of being a BibRave Pro. (Ambassador) check out Bibrave.com to find and write race reviews.
The last week has been rough, y'all. While I was in Mount Dora I started having some ear pain, which escalated into a full blown cold later that week. I basically spent the holidays feeling like garbage.
That didn't stop me from getting in at least one run, though!
I met up with some old Fleet Feet Friends and ran on Christmas Eve.
I'm really loving my new Altra Escalantes, I'm not gonna lie. I've taken them out for a few short spins, since I'm used to shoes with more support. You definitely need to ease into Zero Drop shoes!
Aren't they beautiful?! I'm in love! They are super comfy and I'm easing into them a lot faster than I thought I would.
Ok so let's talk features, now.
It has a crazy generous toe box, which I love. There is a fully cushioned, zero drop platform. I really thought that zero drop meant discomfort, and I am thrilled to be proven wrong.
Grid like grooves in the midsole let your foot flex while being lighter for better speed and performance. Footpod Technology actually maps the bones and tendons in your foot to help it bend and move naturally. When we met the peeps at Altra, they were super passionate about this technology. They just couldn't stop talking about it! Altra Ego midsole compound with a responsive,but still soft, feel for increased energy return.
Plus, they are seriously cute, which is more important than most runners will admit!
I've also really been loving all of the amazing Nuun flavors we got in Austin!
The hubs has been using them a lot more than me! He takes them to the gym a few times a week.
I learned a few things when we visited the Nuun peeps at The Running Event that I didn't know before.
The tubes with colored caps have caffeine in them.
You can drink it HOT.
What?
This never occurred to me.
Mind.blown.
I was feeling so gross for days and I finally remembered that I had some of the new Nuun Immunity!
I made a nice hot mug of water..
Omg what a game changer! Elderberry, turmeric, echinacea, ginger, zinc, vitamins...
Deliciousness....
They have some really amazing flavors, and some really amazing variations: electrolytes, vitamins, (new) immunity, performance, plus some cute glasses and water bottles to enjoy them in!
Right now you can build your own mix and match 4 pack, plus free shipping on orders over $50!
I hope you all had a Merry Christmas, or whichever holiday you observe!
The last week has been rough, y'all. While I was in Mount Dora I started having some ear pain, which escalated into a full blown cold later that week. I basically spent the holidays feeling like garbage.
That didn't stop me from getting in at least one run, though!
I met up with some old Fleet Feet Friends and ran on Christmas Eve.
I'm really loving my new Altra Escalantes, I'm not gonna lie. I've taken them out for a few short spins, since I'm used to shoes with more support. You definitely need to ease into Zero Drop shoes!
Aren't they beautiful?! I'm in love! They are super comfy and I'm easing into them a lot faster than I thought I would.
Ok so let's talk features, now.
It has a crazy generous toe box, which I love. There is a fully cushioned, zero drop platform. I really thought that zero drop meant discomfort, and I am thrilled to be proven wrong.
Grid like grooves in the midsole let your foot flex while being lighter for better speed and performance. Footpod Technology actually maps the bones and tendons in your foot to help it bend and move naturally. When we met the peeps at Altra, they were super passionate about this technology. They just couldn't stop talking about it! Altra Ego midsole compound with a responsive,but still soft, feel for increased energy return.
Plus, they are seriously cute, which is more important than most runners will admit!
I've also really been loving all of the amazing Nuun flavors we got in Austin!
The hubs has been using them a lot more than me! He takes them to the gym a few times a week.
I learned a few things when we visited the Nuun peeps at The Running Event that I didn't know before.
The tubes with colored caps have caffeine in them.
You can drink it HOT.
What?
This never occurred to me.
Mind.blown.
I was feeling so gross for days and I finally remembered that I had some of the new Nuun Immunity!
I made a nice hot mug of water..
Omg what a game changer! Elderberry, turmeric, echinacea, ginger, zinc, vitamins...
Deliciousness....
They have some really amazing flavors, and some really amazing variations: electrolytes, vitamins, (new) immunity, performance, plus some cute glasses and water bottles to enjoy them in!
Right now you can build your own mix and match 4 pack, plus free shipping on orders over $50!
I hope you all had a Merry Christmas, or whichever holiday you observe!
Looking speedy in your Altras! I am also loving the Nuun and my husband is tapping into my supply as well. I've been keeping the rotation strong and trying all of them - so good!
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