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Fitness Friday (+ a giveaway!)

Published on 04/05/13
by Brittany Dixon |
Fitness is something I realize I haven’t talked about it a while. I guess I’ve just been too wrapped up in food. That happens quite often! However, with a potential 10k looming in, oh, A WEEK, you’d think I’d be more focused. I just can’t seem to get excited about...

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Fitness is something I realize I haven’t talked about it a while. I guess I’ve just been too wrapped up in food. That happens quite often! However, with a potential 10k looming in, oh, A WEEK, you’d think I’d be more focused. I just can’t seem to get excited about running.

I’m still active. Taking a look at the past week…

Friday– hiking with the kelty

hiking

Saturday– 5 mile bike ride

Sunday– nada

Monday– nada (thought I was getting sick)

Tuesday– cardio strength class (I wasn’t sick) + 3 mile walk

2013-04-02 14.24.14

Wednesday– ran 3 miles

Thursday– nada

Friday– I’m going to run this morning… not sure how far yet

I’d say the above is pretty typical of my workouts lately, though I am usually at the gym on Mondays, too.

However, it doesn’t quite look like a 10k training schedule, does it? Right now I’m debating on whether to sign up and go for it, walking if I need to, or to just scratch it. Clearly I’m not looking to PR, but merely to race for fun. Thoughts?

While on the topic of fitness, I am excited to share with you a new workout top I recently selected to review by Albion Fit. They reached out to me asking if I’d like to review one of their tops. Since I basically live in workout clothes during the week, I was interested. After checking out their cute workout tops, I accepted.

I’ve had this sea foam racer back for over a week so I could give it a true test of washing and wearing. First test- do I look like the model?

Albion fit sea foam racer back

Nope. But I guess we can’t blame that one on the top. Winking smile

It fits me well, though a little long for my short torso. I like that it is supportive without being too tight. I wore it hiking, biking and at my cardio strength class. It was plenty of support for my smallish chest. For running, I’d have to wear another sports bra underneath it.

albion fit top- back view

I really like the bright, sea foam color and the details that make it feel feminine, like the racer back and the side ruching.

albion fit top- side ruching

I’ve washed it twice and it has held up well and maintained its bright color, which is important to me. I prefer tops that are fitted because they flatter my petite frame (ok, short stature) more than baggy shirts. I’d buy another Albion top with my own money.

But you don’t have to take my word for it, because you can try it out yourself! Albion Fit is giving one of you the same sea foam racer back top.

All you have to do to enter is click over to Albion Fit and leave a comment with your favorite item they offer!

You can also find them on Albion Fit’s facebook page.  The giveaway will run through Sunday night at 9:00pm and I’ll randomly select a winner on Monday.

Have a fantastic weekend!

A Healthy Slice of Life

About Brittany Dixon

Brittany Dixon is a former health coach turned homeschooling mom of two girls. Her goal is to share her passion for healthy eating and natural living alongside the daily challenges and triumphs of motherhood. She shares her life through the lens of food, family, and travel.

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  1. Jen says

    Cute! I’m actually always looking for tops that cover my long torso, so I guess I need to invest in one of these!

  7. Megan says

    I really like the signature hoodie, but all of the bathing suits are adorable too!

    • Laura says

      (Sorry this one sent before I was finished and can’t figure out how to delete it!! Thanks, Brittany!!!)

  14. Alyssa says

    I love the Go Long Crew shirt! Looks so comfortable for running when it’s a little chilly out!

  15. Laura says

    I really love the silver love racer tank with the white piping detail! Really cute!!

  19. Adria @ A Spoonful of Healthy says

    I’ve in search of a decent running shirt like the sea foam racer back. I’ve tried a few different shirts but nothing seems to be a fit for me. Perhaps the sea foam racer back is the one!! I’m running my first 5k in June so this would really come in handy 😉

    As for your 10k, if you are comfortable doing the event and knowing that you probably won’t finish in the top and you know that you’re doing it for fun, go ahead and do it!! But if you think that it will only demotivate you then I would skip it. Good luck!

  22. Jessica says

    The love racer in neon pink is awesome! Nothing like a cute workout outfit to get me motivated! 🙂

  23. Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says

    My favorite item is either the racerback tank or the signature hoodie. Both look awesome!

  25. Andrea says

    I am in LOVE with their bathing suits! When traveling for work I like to take advantage of hotel swimming pools but don’t want to wear a bikini around my coworkers (bunch of strangers on the beach…sure…people I actually have to see again…no thanks!). These bathing suits are would be perfect…totally stylist, functional, and somewhat conservative. The Showstopper has to be my favorite of them all though. I’d feel like a movie star!

    And run the 10k for fun! I run races all the time just to get out, be among other runners, and lets not forget the post race party!

  27. claire @ live and love to eat says

    I really like the sea foam racer back’s design and color!

  30. Verna says

    I like the go long crew with thumb holes in grape. Super cute. I love longer shirts too!!

  41. Christina says

    Love the racerback tank in the color you modeled, or the signature hoodie in belize blue!

  44. Kelly W says

    I am opposite, I need one for my long torso! I love the color of your top! I think the Class Black Racer would be nice, I love black when I am inside so it doesn’t show sweat lol

  46. Shannon says

    I love the Love Racer tops. The piping details are so cute! Also love a good light weight top layer – the 26.2 jacket is great! You could wear it for a chilly morning run or to the grocery store. All about that.

  47. Tiff @ Love, Sweat, and Beers says

    Love that pic from hiking. Cute! I also like the optimum capris. One can’t have too many pairs of black workout capris!

  48. Lauren S says

    I love the long sleeve with thumb holes but it isn’t very practical for AZ weather so the racer tank would be my choice!

  52. Jen W. says

    I’d love the sea foam racer back top – just like yours. I need the longer tops due to my long torso. It would be perfect. Thanks for another great giveaway…..

  55. Caroline says

    that tank that you’re wearing looks super comfortable and also long enough so that it doesn’t ride up (which is one of my pet peeves when it comes to exercise clothing!)

  56. Rebecca B. says

    Those Go Long crew necks look really comfortable. I like my tops a little on the longer side.

  60. Lauren says

    Good morning!

    I actually love their swimsuits! I’ve been trying to find something fashionable, yet with a bit more coverage. Seems silly for me to be running around in a bikini with a 15mo old daughter… It’s nice to know where to find stylish suits that will keep me covered! Thanks Brittany 🙂

  65. Lauren says

    I love the signature hoodie in grey or the belize blue! If the tank is long then maybe the hoodie would be. I’m tall long items are key!

  68. Tera says

    Their graphic sports bras are really cute! I like that seafoam tank you’re wearing too 🙂 thanks for hosting the giveaway!

  71. Maria says

    I’d like to try the Optimum capris. I’ve been looking for new workout bottoms and Lulu ones just aren’t my cup of tea anymore…

  73. Beth says

    Love their swimsuits – especially the Gown Suit and the Mesh Suit. And, you have some serious muscles when showing off the racer back of that top! They make you better than the model – even if she is wearing pearl earrings to work out!

  75. Sarah says

    On your 10K, I’d say go for it if you just want to have fun and get out and do a race. It you are trying to kit a certain time, you might be disappointed if you haven’t been putting in the training you feel like you need. Thanks for doing the giveaway – I love the Signature Hoodie in crimson!

  80. katie says

    I am all about the optimum capris. And I would probably go for the seafoam shirt you picked out as well!

  81. Chantal says

    I need a good shirt like that too!

    I have a 5k in two weeks and I haven’t ran in like, a month… so now I’m nervous about doing it or not! But it’s for a good cause, so I better just suck it up.

  92. Irina S. says

    The Love Racer in orange would be perfect. I’m currently on the lookout for a tank top that is long enough to not awkwardly ride up during yoga class. Have a great weekend, Brittany!

  93. Nicole @ Fruit 'N' Fitness says

    I love the top you have on, the style and color are great! I also really like the signature hoodie!

  95. Heather @ What Does She Do All Day? says

    I like the Love Racer. I’m short, too, but I’ve been looking for longer running shirts recently to help cover the jiggly post-baby belly. My old running shirts seem to creep up these days.

  102. Belinda says

    I really like the racer back top that you are wearing in all the colors they have. I really think you should go ahead and do your 10k for fun. You’ll be glad afterwards that you did. Happy friday.

  106. Danica @ It's Progression says

    That tank is super cute on you! I like that you said it was longer because I always have a hard time finding workout tops that are long enough for my torso…I also love the look of the ‘signature hoodie’ from Albion!

  109. Ashley says

    I agree with you – I like the Love Racer in Sea Foam (and the signature hoodie) – but it’s all really cute!

  111. Regina says

    I had my son last summer so I’m in the market for a new suit. The gown suit in red is gorgeous!

  113. Heather @fitncookies says

    I think the Signature Hoodie would be my favorite! That tank top is so cute, though! I would love to win that 🙂

  120. Urban Wife says

    I’m actually choosing the sea foam racer top you modeled! It’s my favorite color and it looks amazingly comfy.

  128. Caroline says

    Though your tank is adorable (and YES you are totally model-worthy in it), I would love to try Albion’s Optimum Capris. Seems like they would come in handy for all kinds of exercise, or just plain errand runnin’.

  130. Jennifer P. says

    I really like the Optimum Capris in black! I’m always looking for cute workout capris. Thanks!

  133. Anne Kendall says

    I love the neon pink color! I’m always on the lookout for new workout gear, and these are super cute!

  134. Kassie says

    My torso is so long and I can never find fitted tops that fit. This one looks like one to try! And I love the bright green color!

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