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Friday, May 31, 2013

Fitness Friday & A Giveaway




This week, I’m happy to report that I have Fitness related things to report about! YAY!

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Since my sunburn is MUCH improved, I started the week excited about working out! I am not yet allowing myself to run, but I did enjoy several other non-running options this week!

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….walk…like the wind?

Saturday/Sunday – Yard work most of both days
Monday – Memorial Day, rest day
Tuesday – Ripped in 30 Week #1 and 6 mile bike ride
Wednesday – Ripped in 30 Week #1
Thursday – Ripped in 30 Week #1 and 2 mile vigorous walk with the puppies
Friday – Ripped in 30 Week #1 and hopefully a bike ride after work

I’m also hoping to take a longer bike ride on Saturday, we’ll see what my running buddies are up to and they might let me tag along behind them while they run!

Now, I have good news and I have bad news. I’ll start with the bad news first – my grandfather is back in the hospital. He’s losing blood because his blood counts are dropping. Back in December, he started complaining of not feeling well and I think that’s when all of this started (like a long, slow bleed). His stools are positive for microscopic blood, so they are doing a colonoscopy this morning to check him out. If you think about him today, please say a prayer that what they find is something fixable! Thank you so much to everyone who has prayed thus far! You guys are awesome!

Aaaand now the good news… I am hosting a giveaway!

The awesome people at Zensah contacted me to write a review of their Argyle Compression Socks, then host a giveaway for you lovely people! Of course I agreed!

I was given the option to choose any Argyle print Zensah Compression sock, so I chose these:

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I am a fan of compression socks and I absolutely love the teal blue color on these! Even though I’m not running at the moment, I took these out a few times for bike rides and walks with my puppies. I’ve also worn them for recovery post cross training!

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I sure do wear this shirt a lot, don’t I? :0)

Per their website, “Zensah Argyle Compression Socks provide runners, triathletes, cyclists, and all athletes with increased circulation and decreased recovery time by utilizing advanced graduated compression in each pair of argyle compression socks.”
  • Graduated compression provides increased oxygenated blood flow and decreased recovery time
  • Moisture wicking fabric keeps the socks dry
  • Silver ions for thermal regulation
  • Padded toe and heel for shock absorption
  • Arch support keep feet feeling comfortable
  • Padding protection for Achilles
  • Seamless technology for added support
The best part? We will have not one, not two, but THREE lucky winners! Each winner will receive a pair of Zensah Argyle Compression Socks of their choosing!

Disclaimer: I received products from Zensah for free for the purpose of the review. All of the opinions expressed are my own.

Happy Friday! Have a fabulous weekend!
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92 comments:

  1. LeeAnnMay 31, 2013 at 5:07 AM

    Black/Grey/Light Pink for sure. Thanks for this awesome giveaway!

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  2. Karen OrozcoMay 31, 2013 at 5:16 AM

    Love, love, love the pink! That's what I would choose!

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  3. kellyr78May 31, 2013 at 6:15 AM

    I like the Black-Grey-Light Pink
    kellywcu8888ATgmailDOTcom

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  4. Paige (The Last Doughnut)May 31, 2013 at 6:51 AM

    I love the black, electric blue, and light blue!

    Also...sorry to hear that your grandfather is back in the hospital. Thinking of ya'll!

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  5. MandaMay 31, 2013 at 6:56 AM

    Love the pink too!

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  6. UnknownMay 31, 2013 at 7:04 AM

    I am recovering from an emergency surgery a few weeks ago- these also work great for other things than running like this. I am planning on going to Disneyland still in Aug & the Dr said that runners should wear compression socks on the long plane rides to help keep their circulation going from sitting so long

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  7. From Ice Cream to MarathonMay 31, 2013 at 7:04 AM

    I would love the light pink/gray.

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  8. OliviaMay 31, 2013 at 7:19 AM

    The Black-Turquoise-Green Apple are my favorite!

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  9. NbflowerMay 31, 2013 at 7:41 AM

    Love the Black/Electric Blue/Light Blue!

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  10. NbflowerMay 31, 2013 at 7:42 AM

    Love the Black/Electric Blue/Light Blue!

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  11. Naturally MeredithMay 31, 2013 at 7:42 AM

    I would LOVE to have the white/gray/light pink argyle compression socks. So cute!

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  12. AnonymousMay 31, 2013 at 8:08 AM

    I'd want the light pink... adorable!!

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  13. JenMay 31, 2013 at 8:10 AM

    I love the white, dark pink, and black ones! :)

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  14. Stephanie McDanielMay 31, 2013 at 8:16 AM

    I love the Black-Grey-Light Pink

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  15. UnknownMay 31, 2013 at 8:16 AM

    Compression socks are long, stretchy, washable footwear used to improve the circulation in the legs. They are designed to provide the most pressure at the ankles. The pressure is reduced in the upper parts of compression socks and this is really an awesome stuff,I must say.
    http://www.apparelnbags.com

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  16. AnonymousMay 31, 2013 at 8:18 AM

    Anything Pink!!!

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  17. BamagirlRUNSMay 31, 2013 at 8:24 AM

    I'm not picky! I will wear any color! :) Hope your grandfather gets better soon!

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  18. Coach JenMay 31, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    Love the pick ones :)

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  19. UnknownMay 31, 2013 at 8:43 AM

    The argyle socks that you have on are awesome! I would even sport the pink ones too! I hope your grandfather recovers quickly and gets out of the hospital.

    Hope you get back to running soon so you can start rocking some races :)

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  20. Breathe Deeply and SmileMay 31, 2013 at 8:52 AM

    I love the pink and black argyle socks!

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  21. Two Runners Travel May 31, 2013 at 9:07 AM

    Black and hot pink for SURE! So CUTE! :) -Christine

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  22. UnknownMay 31, 2013 at 9:49 AM

    These socks are TOO cute! And I love that shirt, I'd wear it all the time too :)

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  23. Runaway Bridal PlannerMay 31, 2013 at 10:02 AM

    Love the bright pink ones!!! Hope you get to go for the bike ride on Saturday as you want! Thanks for hosting the giveaway!

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  24. Kimberly May 31, 2013 at 10:02 AM

    Me, me, me. All of them!

    On a more serious note, I'll be thinking of and praying for you and your family today. Your situation really hits home, and my heart goes out to you. HUGS!

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  25. UnknownMay 31, 2013 at 10:19 AM

    I would love to win a pair of argyle compression socks!! Super cute and functional for running :)

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  26. TinkMay 31, 2013 at 10:23 AM

    I'll say some prayers for your Grandfather, I'm so sorry! Those socks are cute, and I'm all about arch support, the black and pink rock!

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  27. UnknownMay 31, 2013 at 10:27 AM

    Cool give-a-way! I'd probably pick the green/turquoise as well - they look so cute!
    sorry about your Grandfather. I will join you in praying for a speedy recovery!

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  28. FireRunner2379May 31, 2013 at 12:22 PM

    I like the Black with Electric Blue & Light Blue Argyle socks but I don't know if I can pull off the look! I would probably go with the black.

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  29. AnonymousMay 31, 2013 at 1:05 PM

    I love the white/gray/neon pink!!

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  30. Two Runners Travel May 31, 2013 at 1:50 PM

    Love the electric blue and light blue pair!

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  31. Laura @ Mommy run fastMay 31, 2013 at 2:18 PM

    Hope your grandfather is okay! Great giveaway- I love the white/gray/pink argyle!

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  32. UnknownMay 31, 2013 at 2:20 PM

    I love the pink/grey ones

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  33. AnonymousMay 31, 2013 at 2:28 PM

    Anything with Bright Pink! Fun!

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  34. Life After SwimmingMay 31, 2013 at 2:57 PM

    I would love the pink and black ones!!

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  35. UnknownMay 31, 2013 at 3:12 PM

    I would choose the Black-Grey-Neon Pink Argyle socks.

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  36. EmilyMay 31, 2013 at 3:15 PM

    Oooh, so many choices!! I would probably choose the neon pink! Glad you sunburn is doing better. I will say a prayer for your grandfather.

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  37. SarahMay 31, 2013 at 3:36 PM

    black or white with light pink/grey.
    Sorry to hear your grandfather is back in hospital, hopefully they can find the problem and sort it ASAP

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  38. SusanMay 31, 2013 at 5:41 PM

    Anything with pink for sure!

    I will send lots of prayers your way! Your activity was great :) I'm dyin to dig out my bike but this weather is not cooperating at all! :-/

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  39. AnonymousMay 31, 2013 at 7:34 PM

    I'm sorry to hear about your grandfather, Karen, but I'm praying that this is just a little bump in the road for him.

    Great job on the workouts this week. Way to stay active despite things working against you!

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  40. AnonymousMay 31, 2013 at 8:47 PM

    Sorry about your grandfather Karen.
    Hugs & prayers your way

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  41. AnonymousMay 31, 2013 at 8:48 PM

    Socks choice: Black/pink/grey for sure-love!

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  42. Abby's RoadMay 31, 2013 at 8:54 PM

    The blk/grey/lt pink- so fun!

    Sending love!

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  43. UnknownMay 31, 2013 at 9:56 PM

    I like the white, pink and grey. I can use these for when I fly - I have gravitational oedema when i fly

    I am sorry to hear about your grandpa also

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  44. CassieMay 31, 2013 at 11:03 PM

    Love the White/Gray/Neon pink socks!

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  45. JulieMay 31, 2013 at 11:45 PM

    the pink and black ones

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  46. UnknownJune 1, 2013 at 12:32 AM

    I love the white, grey and neon pink socks!

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  47. UnknownJune 1, 2013 at 8:38 AM

    I think I would pick the same ones you did. I love that color combination of argyle!

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  48. Everyday GirlJune 1, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    Blue-Lightblue-combo. Prayers to your Grampa. My thoughts are with you & your family!

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  49. Zaneta @ Runner's LuckJune 1, 2013 at 10:23 AM

    Probably the White-Electric Blue :)

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  50. UnknownJune 1, 2013 at 11:54 AM

    Those teal argyle socks are rockin!!

    I am sorry to hear about your grandpa and I hope they find and solve the problem.

    Glad your staying active I am a little jealous of your biking. I am 24 weeks pregnant and I have no balance when it comes to the bike so I have to wait til I pop this baby out.

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  51. Julie DonahueJune 1, 2013 at 12:28 PM

    Any of the pink ones! Probably pink/black/gray

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  52. Amy GlassJune 1, 2013 at 1:44 PM

    I love the black/pink/grey ones.. but I would love any of them :)

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  53. whiskybakerJune 1, 2013 at 2:24 PM

    Sounds like you had a great week. Sorry to hear about your grandfather though.

    I clicked through from the running bloggers link up - I've having a great time finding new blogs this way.

    (oh and is your giveaway for US residents only? I'm up in Canada)

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  54. VictoriaJune 1, 2013 at 3:37 PM

    I think that black and blue ones would be freaking awesome!

    I'm sorry to hear about your grandfather :-/ Hope you all get some (good) news soon!!

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  55. UnknownJune 1, 2013 at 6:32 PM

    LOVING the Black-Grey-Neon Pink socks!!!

    I also have a giveaway on my blog... http://mrscrashmattb.blogspot.com/2013/06/modify-watches-celebration-giveaway.html

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  56. Lauren & ScottJune 1, 2013 at 7:52 PM

    I love the pink ones :)

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  57. UnknownJune 2, 2013 at 9:09 AM

    I would totally rock the black/gray/neon pink socks. LOVE them!!

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  58. AnonymousJune 2, 2013 at 12:21 PM

    I'm really digging the lime green and blue ones!!! SO cute!

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  59. ErinJune 2, 2013 at 4:07 PM

    I'm a new follower and love the gray and pink ones!

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  60. Krista W.June 2, 2013 at 6:27 PM

    I'd pick the black/grey/and pink. :)

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  61. MeridithJune 3, 2013 at 5:46 AM

    Since I'm not seeing any purple, I'd definitely go with Black-Grey-Neon Pink! These are super cute. :)

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  62. Disney_BrideJune 3, 2013 at 8:01 AM

    LOVE the blue argyle socks!

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  63. SarahJune 3, 2013 at 8:49 AM

    I would choose the white and blue ones or the green and blue ones.

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  64. TabithaJune 3, 2013 at 5:58 PM

    I like the black-grey-neon pink. I will continue to keep your grandfather in my prayers; he is lucky to have you on his side. ;)

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  65. AdawkJune 4, 2013 at 6:05 AM

    love the blue and white ones

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  66. Mindy BobeJune 4, 2013 at 9:57 AM

    I love the white-grey-neon pink ones! So cute!!!

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  67. Krys ReadsJune 4, 2013 at 10:02 AM

    I'm not going to be picky but as long as they don't have pink, but the black-teal ones were pretty cool.

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  68. UnknownJune 4, 2013 at 12:08 PM

    I would choose the Black/Turquoise Green Apple one!

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  69. UnknownJune 4, 2013 at 12:08 PM

    I would choose the Black Turquoise Green Apple ones.

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  70. AnonymousJune 4, 2013 at 12:32 PM

    Like the Black and green. ~Disney_Groom

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  71. KristsJune 4, 2013 at 10:19 PM

    I love the neon pink/grey argyle ones!

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  72. SloRunnerJune 5, 2013 at 1:17 PM

    Love the Black-Grey-Neon Pink! Great giveaway!

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  73. Ja @Ja on the RUNJune 5, 2013 at 2:59 PM

    I'd love to have Black-Turquoise-Green Apple. :) - Love it!

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  74. LisaJune 5, 2013 at 7:58 PM

    I love my calf compression sleeves and have really been wanting to try a pair of the socks. I think I like the black/hot pink argyle the best.

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  75. Mackenzie @runwithitblogJune 5, 2013 at 9:47 PM

    I would choose Yellow for the tower of terror 10 miler!!!!

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  76. UnknownJune 6, 2013 at 1:33 AM

    I am way behind on my blog reading this week. I am sorry to hear about your Grandfather. I hope he is doing better. If you have posted an update I haven't gotten caught up to it yet. I love these socks. I am good with ANY of them.

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  77. AmandaJune 6, 2013 at 4:37 AM

    I love the Black-Grey-Light Pink ones!

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  78. AmandaJune 6, 2013 at 4:37 AM

    I love the Black-Grey-Light Pink ones!

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  79. MadisonJune 6, 2013 at 8:18 AM

    I would choose the neon pink and black ones.

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  80. MadisonJune 6, 2013 at 8:18 AM

    I would choose the hot pink and black combo.

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  81. AliciaJune 6, 2013 at 6:30 PM

    Pink is kinda my thing, so I would naturally graviate toward the pink socks! But the blue would be good to mix my running wardrobe up, no??

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  82. DaniJune 6, 2013 at 7:06 PM

    I would choose the White-Electric Blue-Light Blue socks.

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  83. AnonymousJune 6, 2013 at 7:48 PM

    Love Zensah!

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  84. Aph MordlyJune 6, 2013 at 7:50 PM

    I would LOVE the White-Grey-Neon Pink. They look so awesome!

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  85. UnknownJune 6, 2013 at 8:04 PM

    Love the blue/green one. I am praying for your Grandfather.

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  86. BJ KILLAMJune 6, 2013 at 8:05 PM

    I love the white and two tone blue socks.

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  87. MrsHeinrichJune 6, 2013 at 9:06 PM

    White-grey- neon pink definitely!

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  88. UnknownJune 6, 2013 at 9:38 PM

    I love the black-grey-neon pink!

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  89. One Tenacious ChicJune 6, 2013 at 9:49 PM

    LOVE the Argyle!!! I'd love any color but Pink is my fav!

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  90. Kristen M.June 6, 2013 at 11:37 PM

    I'd select the Black-Turquoise-Green Apple combination.

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