Happy Mother’s Day to all Mommies out there! Put your feet up, relax, and act like a queen for a day (or two!) because you deserve it!
In this fast paced, multi-tasking, high-tech world, many of us Mommies are forever running around chasing after deadlines, dreams, and our kids (literally for some!) But, every now and then, we should allow ourselves to take a break and recharge. (more…)
Happy Mother’s Day to my iron supermom! My mom raised all seven of us kids and made it look oh-so easy. She was never athletic, but I say that caring for all of us took more guts and endurance than any marathon. Love ya, Mom!
TBR Mommy. Don’t you love her shirt? LOL
Family pic. I’m the littlest one.
My mom with just some of her grandkids
Happy Mother’s Day to all running Mommies too (and I’m not just talking about the athletes!) I think all mothers are running all over the place constantly striving to balance family, careers, and the rest of their lives so that they can be the best they can be. No mommy is perfect, but we all try our darn best to be!
For those of you who would like to treat you Mom to a special gift, hop on over to Move or Runnr tonight or tomorrow! To my kids, if you’re reading this, you can get me the Halo headband below…or an iPad mini. Either one of those will do. Tsk tsk.
Happy Mother’s Day! Below are some of my favorite running products which make great gifts for your running mommy:
1. NIKE FREE – The Nike Free 5.0 offers runners increased foot strength and a barefoot-like feel. Key features of this shoe include Nike Flywire technology which delivers a dynamic, glove-like fit, and lightweight mesh providing optimal ventilation, articulated flex grooves along the length and width of the midsole to enhance flexibility and help maintain stability and 8mm midsole offset. This shoe is perfect for running and walking! Available at Nike stores. Php 5,295. www.nike.com
2. SKORA – Recognized as the crème de la crème of running shoes with its use of premium leather materials and unparalleled fit which created a new category of the ‘luxury’ running shoe. Skora running shoes are meant for both the serious athlete looking for a shoe that provides the closest experience to running barefoot, and for the novice looking to get re-acquainted with the natural running style uninhibited by excess material. Available at Runnr stores. Prices vary depending on model from P4,500 to P7,500. www.skorarunning.com
3. OTTERBOX ARMOR SERIES – The OtterBox Armor Series case brings protection against water, drops, dust and crushing force. Metal latches, o-ring seal, port covers and mesh coverings keep water out and allow the Armor Series case to be completely waterproof. Available at Otterbox kiosks. P4,900. www.tenkiebox.ph
4. YURBUDS INPSIRE FOR WOMEN – Designed as true sport equipment, yurbuds are sweat proof, water resistant and allow ambient noise, such as passing cars, to be heard. Inspire for Women is the newest addition to the growing yurbuds collection. It is designed specifically to fit smaller ears and features all of the classic yurbuds qualities including sweat and water resistant design, FlexSoft™ comfort fit, TwistLock™ Technology and ambient noise awareness. Women can train in color with the new Inspire for Women, choosing from six options – aqua, pink, yellow, green, purple and orange. Available at Planet Sports, The Athlete’s Foot, RUNNR, Urban Athletics, MOVE, Brooks, and PowerMac Center. P1,500. www.yurbuds.com
5. SPIBELT – Original SPIbelt is sleek, expandable, secure and does not bounce. Hold an iPhone tm, Droid tm, keys, energy gels, and other small personal items. Spi Belt does not bounce, ride or shift while on the go, and is the perfect running companion. Fits waist sizes 24”to 40”. Splash Underwater Imaging, Inc Level B, Store # 2003 Shoppesville Arcade. P990 to P1,450. www.spibeltph.com
6. BOBBLE – Combining elegance with health-giving benefits, bobble is a chic, reusable drinking bottle, designed by renowned industrial artist Karim Rashid. It is eco-friendly with unique, replaceable carbon filter which purifies potable water even further by eliminating chlorine and organic contaminants for a fresher and crisper clean drinking water. P695 (1000ml), P595 (550ml), and P495 (375ml). Filters – P345. www.waterbobble.com or www.facebook.com/bobble.ph
7. HALO HEADBAND – Halo Headbands are made from a lightweight, comfortable Dryline fabric and a Sweat Block Seal to direct sweat away from the front of your face and off to the side of your head. Available at Runnr. Currently at 15% off at Runnr for Mom’s Day.
