Friday Favorites

Besides my knee issue, the sunburn I endured on Saturday has prevented me from doing any type of physical activity this week. How could a measly sunburn be that bad? It blistered. Yes, you read that right – the sunburn that covers 90% of my back broke out into blisters. I’m ashamed of myself and embarrassed because I know better and it’s crazy to think I allowed it to happen! The burn hurts like CRAZY and is driving me mad! I have one spot left that I’m sure will take a few additional days to heal – the spot where the largest blister was located but overall today, my back is feeling much better! I started using a gel that I was given at a conference, meant for radiation burns and 2nd degree burns (with lidocaine as ingredient) and I think the gel has helped a lot with the healing process. I had to spend the first two nights on the couch - the rest were spent lying on my stomach in bed trying to get comfortable. Not. Fun.

I have to keep reminding myself that we all make mistakes, we learn from those mistakes, and life goes on. I will definitely continue to keep a close eye on any freckles or developing spots.

OK, I said all of that to say, there’s no reason to have a Fitness Friday today because this was the basics of my week: go to work, read blogs, sit around, and try not to move too much. Not much to say for a Fitness Friday!

Instead, I’m bringing you a Friday Favorite! :0)

Balega socks

(It should be sunscreen, right?!)

Any Balega fans out there?

I discovered these bad boys when I attended a Brooks Cavalcade of Curiosities at my local running store a few months ago. As we browsed the store while waiting on the truck to set up, my running buddies introduced me to them. My friends run in Balega and I was curious, so I purchased a few pairs, too!

These socks are incredibly comfortable and I love them. I won’t run in anything else from now on!

Balega has several different types of socks meant for various types of running. For my case, I purchased a pair with a lot of cushion and a pair with light cushion. I’ve run in both and honestly I don’t have a favorite of the two!

The word Balega is taken from the Zulu language and means “to move with speed”. Sweet! I see major potential for the future!

Besides the awesome socks, Balega is a community based company and gives back in many different ways! Taken from their website, “In 2006, through the generosity of Fleet Feet, which matched our donation, we were able to pay the tuitions of 10 students at Ethembeni.  The following year, we were able to raise enough funds to purchase a specialty-outfitted bus - one that could accommodate wheelchairs and other needs - to transport the children from the school's rural location to nearby sporting events.”

How great is that?! I love supporting companies who do good things for others!

Wanna learn more about Balega? Check out their website or follow them:

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Have a fabulous Friday and an awesome weekend!! :0) Any fun plans? Remember, wear sunscreen if you are going to spend time out in the sun!

Disclaimer: I was not compensated for this review. All opinions and views expressed are completely my own!