I've always been really bad at watches. I've had multiple running watches but always end up leaving them in a drawer in the end because I can't figure them out. I don't get it -- I'm cursed. These days, I usually rely on the RunKeeper app on my hone to keep track of what I ran.However, there's another little toy that I didn't know I would love. I was recently sent a Fitbit from Verizon to test out. I wasn't sure if it would be my thing. Luckily, it was easier to set up than any of the watches I owned and has a lot more cool stuff.I just downloaded the Fitbit app on my iPhone from the app store, then charged the Fitbit. Once it was fully charged, I slapped it on my wrist and went about my day.Let me tell you, those number tallies can get … [Read more...]

I hope you guys aren't sick of shoe reviews yet! Well, I had the chance to test out yet another pair and I was excited to do so because this is a unique, new brand that was created with genuine focus for runners.After I reviewed Altras recently, SKORA asked if I might be interested in checking out another brand I hadn't heard of before. Well, truth be told, I had heard of Skora but knew nothing about them. I had no idea they'd only been around a few years and good for them for breaking into a tough market.Since reading "Born to Run" awhile back, I have been a fan of the more minimalist shoe. I've tried everything from totally minimal and barefoot to fully padded. I've decided I like the more minimalist but not completely barefoot.SKORA … [Read more...]