When Outdoor Clothing Comes In [Clothing Giveaway!]

by Charlotte on March 2, 2013 · 144 comments

The spring fashion trends for fitness are so hot this year, I might even call them haute. (Bad pun Saturday, welcome to my life.) Not that I know anything about fashion – I’m a girl who owns three sports bras with sleeves, no lie – but I do know what I like to workout in, having spent half of my adult life in a gym. (I would say half of my whole life but I don’t want to remember all those years of gymnastics leos with my bike shorts yanked up over the top until I had a massive wedgie and then rolled down to my hips because muffin top + camel toe = twice the awesome. Guess I was just preparing myself for the coming era of super-tight, low-rise jeans?). Seriously though, I”m loving where fitness trends are going.

In the past there has been fitness gym clothing (generally really tight and spandex-y) and outdoor fitness clothing (generally really baggy and accessorized with socks-n-sandals). While they were both functional in their own way, lately there’s been an effort to take the functional benefits of indoor gym clothing outdoors (fleece-lined leggings? LOVE them this winter). For instance, Lucy now makes a gear line specifically for people who run outdoor races or do triathlons, complete with singlets with precut holes for pinning race bibs and a tear-away skirt for switching from bike to run. And who hasn’t seen a pair of Nike tempo track shorts on the trail (and in the mall and in the grocery story and on the bus and…)?

And now, thanks to innovative brands like Roxy and Merrell, they’re bringing the technical and comfort benefits of outdoor fitness clothing into the gym. I recently got to try out Merrell’s new line and while it’s still pretty small, the pieces are functional and cute for wherever your workout takes you. If you’ve never heard of Merrell, they’ve long been known for their great hiking clothing and shoes and now they’ve got a running line as well. They’re also the makers of some of the highest-rated minimalist shoes.

Because I loved this Thelon Tank top so much, I got them to agree to give one of you one as well!

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I love tops with fun, intricate backs! (Probably because the only place I reliably have obvious muscle definition is my upper back. See it?? It’s okay if you need to squint. See the two little dimples? Okay squint harder.)

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Plus, it’s super flattering. I get tons of compliments on it every time I wear it.

photo 4And it inspires me to strike completely dorky poses like this one. (Seriously I do NOT know how to pose for a picture. Although Gym Buddy (and amazing photog) Allison is fab at making me look as good as I possibly can. I asked her how I should pose and she just sighed and answered “Just do what you’re going to do and I’ll try to find the best angle.” So I decided to spare you all my usual poses of lifting my leg in some way. You’re welcome.)

But I’ve also got a Merrell OUTFIT to give away to one of you:

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Note: I’m giving away the outfit they sent to me. (Not because I don’t love it – it’s adorable! But because I simply have so much stuff right now. I know, good problems! And I figured one of you would give it more love than I could!) So, all pieces are a size small. (Albeit a small that tends to run a little big).

And here’s the awesome tear-away Lucy Pack-n-Dash Triathlon skirt I mentioned as well! Seeing as I don’t do tris (I know, I know, I should – I just hate swimming SO MUCH), I didn’t want all of its genius to be wasted on me. Again, this one’s a size small.

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To enter the giveaway:

Leave me a comment here about whether you’re more an indoor or outdoor exerciser and check out Merrell’s site and tell me which color of the Thelon Tank you’d like if you win it! (With this tank you can pick your own size/color).

To win the other clothes:

Leave me a comment as to which item you’d like (Merrell outfit or Lucy skort). And just remember that you’d get the size and colors in the above pics. Also, since I”m paying for shipping you gotta be in the US. Sorry – I have 4 little kids to feed:(

Giveaway ends in one week, on March 9, 2013 at midnight.

 

Written with love by Charlotte Hilton Andersen for The Great Fitness Experiment (c) 2011. If you enjoyed this, please check out my new book The Great Fitness Experiment: One Year of Trying Everythingfor more of my crazy antics and uncomfortable over-shares!

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Jennifer Dolan March 2, 2013 at 9:26 am

I love working out outside when its not winter, then i prefer to be inside. I Love this tank!!!! The orange/blue one in a small! Thank you!

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Jennifer Dolan March 2, 2013 at 9:29 am

Lucy skirt! Lucy skirt!!! Pick me :)

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Emily March 2, 2013 at 9:38 am

I love those! I’m living in Arizona now-and mostly CrossFit, which is indoor (but no air conditioning!) anyway but I prefer outside. I pick the tank top in the Sea Shore color and small.

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Emily March 2, 2013 at 9:40 am

I’d prefer the outfit-thanks Charlotte!

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Anne M. March 2, 2013 at 10:14 am

I am definitely an outdoor girl! Love the orange/blue tank.

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Anne M. March 2, 2013 at 10:15 am

I also love the Merrell outfit … So cute!

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Erin March 2, 2013 at 10:26 am

It’s definitely varied over my workout life as to whether I prefer indoor or outdoor. Right now I prefer indoor for everything but my group runs and long runs. I want strength training to be indoor but don’t really like the treadmill so runs are outdoor.

I’m pretty boring so I’d pick the black and white tank. But if I win the adorable Merrell outfit I’d be down with that, too!
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erika March 2, 2013 at 10:28 am

I love all of it – indoor, outdoor, but I admit I’m spoiled, I live in sunny southern California! I live the orange and blue tank – trying to get more color into my life!

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Iris March 2, 2013 at 10:30 am

I’m trying to add more colors to my wardrobe (it’s very black-and-white heavy right now), so the nectarine would be lovely!! Thanks for the giveaway and for all you do. :)

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Mandy March 2, 2013 at 10:39 am

I love to be outside. I cannot run inside anymore. Ice and wind are the only things that keep me from running (and my couch).

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mary March 2, 2013 at 10:45 am

I am more of an indoor exerciser. I like getting outside for hikes and such, but it’s too cold most of the year. Living in alaska, the gym is the best way for me to get exercise. I would pick the blue and black Thelon tank.

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Liza March 2, 2013 at 11:03 am

I LOVE that Merrell outfit! I almost have to run outside, treadmills kill me…so this winter has been rough!

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Alyson A March 2, 2013 at 11:15 am

I am more of an inside “workout” girl, but when it is nice out I love to be active outside. I love the Merrell outfit – the tank in orange/blue is what I would pick. Super cute:)

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Emily March 2, 2013 at 11:19 am

Cute clothes! I’d love to win the Merrel outfit!

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Rose March 2, 2013 at 11:19 am

Outdoor, for sure. I can’t jump rope inside, and that’s my current favorite thing. Plus, I live in Southern California, so it’s outdoor weather year round.

(Nectarine)
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Kaelin March 2, 2013 at 11:30 am

I would say I do equal parts inside and outside workouts. I run or walk with my dog everyday outside and usually do a workout DVD in addition to that. I also have a horse that I ride (outside obviously).

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Julie Marston March 2, 2013 at 11:32 am

I am an innie and an outie when it comes to exercising. :) I prefer to be outdoors when it’s warm and sunny (which isn’t much in Western PA) and inside when it looks like I’m living inside of a snow globe. Hiking, biking, horseback riding, weight training, zumba…you name it, I’ve probably done it and loved it.

I love the Merrell outfit! And I like the tank – in the pink/yellow. I’m so greedy!

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beckie March 2, 2013 at 11:37 am

I own an elliptical so I tens to be an indoor workout gal. Once summer hits, I golf and hike solid for four months…I lovee merrell everything! That orange tank looks great!

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Abby March 2, 2013 at 11:38 am

Totally an indoor girl! I prefer my outdoor workouts to be more coincidental. I love to hike but I don’t do it to get in shape. Also, my back is the only place I have obvious muscle too, lol! So I’d love that Thelon tank in orange!

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Abby March 2, 2013 at 11:39 am

Also love the Merrell outfit! I always need more hoodie.

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shayna March 2, 2013 at 12:10 pm

I’m a gym girl. I prefer regulated temps and free water. I didn’t mind running outside too bad when I lived in Hawaii. But, I now live in a frozen tundra called Wyoming. And I never want to do anything outside in Wyoming, for fear of frostbite or windburn.

And I like the black and white tank.

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Lisa March 2, 2013 at 12:21 pm

I like exercising outdoors…but as we’re about to move from Texas to the Midwest, I may have to rethink that. I’m not a cold weather enthusiast (to put it mildly).

For the give-away, I’d love the nectarine tank.

And I’d pick the Merrell outfit.

thank you!

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cj simonson March 2, 2013 at 12:22 pm

I definitely would get the white and black thelon tank.

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cj simonson March 2, 2013 at 12:27 pm

ps. I prefer the outdoors, but I am about 50/50 in what I do.

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cj simonson March 2, 2013 at 12:26 pm

While Lucy has adorable taste, Merrell clothing just fits me better– and how convenient that you have my size! Sign me up to win the Merrell outfit!

Thank you for hosting an awesome giveaway!

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Melisa March 2, 2013 at 12:39 pm

Ooh, I love the Merrell tank! I’d get the blue one. :) And I’m definitely an indoor exerciser since I do Zumba and a strength training class. And I’m not a runner. But I do love a nice walk/easy hike.

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Melissa March 2, 2013 at 12:40 pm

And I totally misspelled my own name in that comment. Yep, I’m a dork. :P

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Jody - Fit at 55 March 2, 2013 at 1:26 pm

Love the Merrell!! I am S too! :) I like the Sea Shore… I am both inside & outside.. more inside but outside too. :)

Thx for sharing!
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R March 2, 2013 at 1:30 pm

Ee, that outfit is adorable. I would looove to win it! I love the look of hiking jackets!

Ugh, and definitely indoors, for me. Why? Cuz bugs. And sunshine. And wind. Haha. I guess I just don’t like distraction if I’m running/squatting/etc? I DO like taking nice relaxing walks outside, though, so I’m not entirely strange :) :)

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Kim March 2, 2013 at 2:14 pm

I work out inside during the winter because I don’t do cold weather!!
I LOVE the Merrell outfit!!!
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Katie March 2, 2013 at 3:09 pm

I would LOVE that Thelon tank in white!
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Katie March 2, 2013 at 3:09 pm

And I would also love to win the Merrell outfit!
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meanliving March 2, 2013 at 3:27 pm

Oh, you KNOW I am an indoor gym girl. And that Thelon tank happens to come in my favorite color–”Sea Shore”!

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meanliving March 2, 2013 at 3:28 pm

If it’s possible to enter both contests, I’d also love to try out an actual coordinated outfit too!

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Amy N. March 2, 2013 at 3:36 pm

I’m way more of an outdoor exerciser. Mostly so I can rub it in the face of indoor exercisers and I always love an opportunity to be elitist. Joking….mostly. ;)

For the tank – I’d get the blue because I already have shoes that match, because that’s how I roll.

I NEED that tear away skirt. I am a total triathlete – in that I did one sponsored by the Relif Society last year, but I totally plan to do more…someday. It just feels like something a superhero would wear. I can’t wait until people think I’m all party, until wait, I’m suddenly changing and I’m all business in hot pants. (Either it’s the mullet of workout gear or I’ve accidentally summed up the plot of a porno.)

Is this comment awkward enough yet? Is there an extra entry for awkwardness?
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Erin Scully March 2, 2013 at 3:38 pm

I adore the outdoors for cardio. I walk (used to run) around my hilly treesi environment. The views are amazing as are the smells of nature. We have a great Mt Dandenong Ranges community, so I pass kids skateboarding and playing in the streets, people wlaking their dogs.There are numerous walking tracks and lakes near by. It is stunning, and I feel much better being mobile out doors than pounding away in doors. I love the gum for weights and of course there is the social aspect of that which is good. I like the tank, any colour – blue is my fave. Size M or 12 Aussie sizes.

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Jenn March 2, 2013 at 3:43 pm

I’m much more of an outdoor exerciser. I love getting on my road bike and riding for hours. But I must say, it is nice to exercise indoor during the “cold” Southern California winters. Yep, I’m a wimp. I love color tank you are wearing (Garnet is what they call it on the website). That’s really dangerous that Merrell now sells fitness clothing – I already love everything they make!

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delia March 2, 2013 at 3:51 pm

Outdoors is better. I really like the yellow/pink tank.

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delia March 2, 2013 at 3:51 pm

The Merrell outfit looks way cool.

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Daria March 2, 2013 at 3:54 pm

Love the tangerine tank top!

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Chelsea March 2, 2013 at 4:07 pm

I’d love to win a tank in the light/dark blue combo in a medium.

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Allison March 2, 2013 at 4:17 pm

I would like the tank in Sea Shore (blue)

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Noelle March 2, 2013 at 4:42 pm

I’d love to win the Merrell outfit!

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Tanya March 2, 2013 at 5:01 pm

I’d say I’m both indoor and outdoor. Though definitely outdoor ONLY when it’s nice out – too many high school winter track memories of running sick in the snow ><. I'd love either the outfit or the tank in blue/orange :)

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domestic diva March 2, 2013 at 5:10 pm

I exercise both indoor and outdoor.

I like the seashore tank, but could also use the other size small things.

Thanks for the chance!

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Cor March 2, 2013 at 5:15 pm

Outside for walking, treadmills are awful!! :) inside for weightlifting. and it would be awesome if I won the merrell outfit! Blue’s my favorite!

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Therese March 2, 2013 at 5:31 pm

I love the nectarine top, but I know I would look better in the seashore, so I’ll say seashore in a small.
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Therese March 2, 2013 at 5:34 pm

And I would love to win the Lucy pack and dash skirt; it’s so cute and has pockets! I love pockets!
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Kelsey March 2, 2013 at 5:38 pm

Sea Shore is soooo my color combo! I love this tank a lot! And the Lulu outfit is sooo adorable. Working out outside rocks, I love in Colorado :) But I can be a baby about colder days…Thanks Charlotte!
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katspeakz March 2, 2013 at 6:29 pm

I’m indoors when it comes lifting or classes, but all outside when it comes to running. I can’t look at my treadmill without cringing. I’d also look pretty cute in the pink and yellow tank. :)

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katspeakz March 2, 2013 at 6:30 pm

I’d also love to win the merrell outfit!

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Dawn March 2, 2013 at 6:40 pm

I prefer outside but am a wimp during the colder months. I love the Theion tank in seashore size small.

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Dawn March 2, 2013 at 6:42 pm

I would pick the Lucy Pack-and-Dash triathlon skirt! Fingers crossed!

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Laurel March 2, 2013 at 7:15 pm

Like the orange tank!

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Laurel March 2, 2013 at 7:16 pm

Two years ago my job finally let us wear pants… after 12 years in dresses and skirts, I swore I’d never wear one again! Outfit for me!

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Andrea M March 2, 2013 at 7:22 pm

I’m definitely an indoor exerciser unless i am at the beach or it is summertime and then i only want to be outside! I love the HOT :) And I love the Thelon tank in Garnet! SO cute!
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Andrea M March 2, 2013 at 7:23 pm

I would love the merrell outfit! You have great style :)
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Jen GC March 2, 2013 at 7:24 pm

I’d love to try out the Merrell outfit. No tri’s for me either – I’d drown. Top quality brand so this is exciting!

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Susan March 2, 2013 at 7:25 pm

I mostly exercise inside but in the summer, I am all about biking outdoors! I would be happy with any of the giveaways. Everything is really cute….Thanks!

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Jen GC March 2, 2013 at 7:28 pm

For the tank, I’m living the light/dark blue one. I’m not sure whether to say I’m an indoor exerciser or an outdoor exerciser — it depends. I used to run outdoors a lot and hope to again one day, but I love pilates, yoga, and weights.

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Darris March 2, 2013 at 7:31 pm

I’d love to win the Thelon Tank in the cool sea shore color size medium. I’m a gym girl myself & like the idea of a cute top that doesn’t squeeze my muffin top while I’m lifting weights. Some body parts are ment to be left to the imagination! lol

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Alisha Newton March 2, 2013 at 7:40 pm

My workouts are half outdoors (running) and half indoors (weights / yoga). Fortunately, the weather here permits running outdoors most of the time, even in winter.

I like the Merrell outfit!

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Heather Eats Almond Butter March 2, 2013 at 7:42 pm

I love that tank! My color choice would be nectarine. Thanks Charlotte.

PS If you hate swimming, you never have to do a triathlon. It’s OK. :)
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Heather Eats Almond Butter March 2, 2013 at 7:45 pm

PS Outdoor exerciser for sure. All I do is walk these days…and push lots of strollers.
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Heather @ Bake, Run, Live March 2, 2013 at 9:04 pm

I would love to win the Merrell outfit! The jacket looks like it would help keep this freeze-baby warm!
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Kimberlie March 2, 2013 at 9:13 pm

I would love the Merrell outfit! I mostly workout indoors as I am training for my first powerlifting competition and also a crossfitter. Although, some of my favorite WODs involve outdoor activites like tire flips, farmers carries, sled pulls and prowler pushes.

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Stacy March 2, 2013 at 9:34 pm

Love the controlled environment of an inside workout! But I think that OUTFIT would be great for heading outdoors. That would be my choice!

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Elle March 2, 2013 at 9:44 pm

I pick the tank in X-small white.

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Stefanie Gladden March 2, 2013 at 9:48 pm

I would pick the sea shore color! I’m an inside exerciser! i hate to be cold!

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CBFx March 2, 2013 at 10:20 pm

Definitely an indoor exerciser, but I do drag my kids out hiking 1-2 times a week. I love the thelon tank in white.

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Becky March 2, 2013 at 11:09 pm

I workout inside more than anything but I run outside on the weekends… so both!
I can’t decide whether I like the Garnet or the Seashore tank better! I like the Merrell outfit

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Lindsey March 3, 2013 at 1:04 am

I am definitely more of an indoor exerciser and I would love the tank in the Garnet color! I also like the Merrell outfit!

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Greta March 3, 2013 at 1:59 am

That Merrell outfit is super cute (and would be my pick too, since I, like you, hate swimming…I’ve done one tri just to say I did it, and it’s back to straight running for me). I’m definitely an outdoor girl– love trail running and running outside with friends (pretty much ONLY do treadmill or cardio indoors if there’s black ice or a tornado warning or some such thing). As for the Thelon Tank, I’m a sucker for blue (and my recent purchases have been pink and purple, so I need to step away from the girly colors for a minute), so blue would be my pick.

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Anna Banana March 3, 2013 at 2:26 am

What a great giveaway! For the awesomely stylish Thelon tank, I think I have no choice but to go with the nectarine color…it’s so vibrant and cheery! Thanks!

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Anna Banana March 3, 2013 at 2:30 am

I hope we’re allowed to enter both giveaways!

Although the Lucy skort is super-cute, I’d love to win the sporty Merrell outfit. The wide band on the shorts looks like it’ll be comfortable, and the top and hoodie are perfect for spring time running! I’m crossing my fingers! Poor graduate students find it hard to cough up the cash for new running clothes :-/

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Hanne March 3, 2013 at 5:06 am

I love the garnet thelon tank you’re wearing in the pictures! Is the Merrell part of the giveaway open to international readers? If not, just disregard my comment when you pick a winner :)

I mostly work out indoors – partly because of the climate where I live (winter seems to last for approximately 9 months here), and party because I live less than 1/4 mile from my gym, making it reeealy easy to just pop in for a quick workout, without having to consider how much clothing to wear, where I can go running without falling on the ice / snow, etc. But during the (way-to-short) summer, I love running outside in the sun!

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Allison March 3, 2013 at 6:37 am

I would love to win the Merrell outfit! The jacket looks awesome. Also it might encourage me to replace the boy’s soccer shorts I’ve been working out in since…high school. Hahahhaa.

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Noelle March 3, 2013 at 7:07 am

I prefer working out outside, but the ice here in WI has made me head inside lately! The Thelon tank in garnet is awesome!

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Kirstin Dragasakis March 3, 2013 at 7:23 am

Indoor for me! Sea shore color tank.

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Wendy T. March 3, 2013 at 7:28 am

I’m usually a gym rat, but I do like to run outside. Other outside stuff I do is just for ‘fun’ – hiking, biking, skiing, whatever…

Gotta say, I love the orange and turquoise tank -super cute!

And, as far as the skirt or Merrell outfit, I’d take either! Training for my first Tri this summer.

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AL March 3, 2013 at 7:43 am

I’d love to run outside in that Merrell outfit!

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Shannan March 3, 2013 at 9:55 am

Merell outfit please!!! I’m such an outdoor exercise person that I built a crossfit gym into my garage and I just open my garage door (much like crossfit gyms) and I run/lunge/pull heavy objects on the streets and workout in the garage. Works great!!!

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Shannan March 3, 2013 at 9:56 am

Also, if I’m allowed two entries, I also vote for Merrill tank in that cute pink yellow combo you have going on. Cheers!

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Kelly March 3, 2013 at 10:16 am

I like the Theron in nectarine!! (size small!) and I LOVE the Merrell outfit! Thanks for the giveaway

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Jill March 3, 2013 at 12:15 pm

I like both indoors and outdoors. I love running outdoors, but I also love lifting weights! I’m trying to decide between the pink of the white tank.

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Jill March 3, 2013 at 12:15 pm

And I would LOVE to try out the Merrell outfit!

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Mel W March 3, 2013 at 12:46 pm

I would love the merrell outfit!

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Mel W March 3, 2013 at 12:46 pm

I love the light blue thelon tank! and i’m more of an indoor exerciser because i enjoy lifting weights primarily.

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Corey Cosby March 3, 2013 at 1:20 pm

OUTDOORS! So much so, that I gave up my gym membership. Being outside refuels my soul as well as recharging my body.

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Katie J March 3, 2013 at 1:22 pm

Tangerine for me please! Love that I can slowly start throwing out my old Bball tournament t-shirts as I acquire “real” workout clothes. :)

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Katie J March 3, 2013 at 1:23 pm

Definitely the Merrell outfit. I’m not yet a running skirt convert.

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Jane March 3, 2013 at 1:35 pm

After 14 years of paper routes (shared with 3 kids passed down) and being outdoors 365 in all types of weather, including blizzards, pouring rain and heat of summer sun. I am enjoying being an “indoor girl” this winter as we retired when youngest graduated. So I would love it in SeaShore medium as it would be lovely to wear this summer while on a “not on paper route walk”! Thanks for thinking of us, you are so generous!

As for the Merrell outfit they are all my favorite colors! Love it and again thanks for thinking of us!

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Megan March 3, 2013 at 5:53 pm

I prefer to workout outside, although that usually only happens on the weekends, especially during the winter. Love the nectarine!

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Megan March 3, 2013 at 5:53 pm

i’d love the outfit.

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Chelle March 3, 2013 at 8:22 pm

Indoor, definitely. And, sea shore!

Would live to win the Merrell outfit too!

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Allison March 3, 2013 at 9:06 pm

I love both indoor and outdoor exercise, for different reasons. LOVE being outside as much as possible, but I also love to lift weights.

For the tank, I’d go for the blue (“Sea Shore”), and for the other clothes, I’d pick the outfit.

Thanks for the opportunity!

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Jennifer March 3, 2013 at 9:52 pm

I prefer indoor exercising because I hate having to skip a workout when the weather is lousy. I love the hot new fashions though
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Katie March 3, 2013 at 10:43 pm

I’m an outside exerciser if and when I can, but I do love a good sweat session inside too. Depends on the activity though. I went out cross country skiing this morning, which you obvisouly can’t do inside. Nordic Tracks don’t count, obviously.
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Katie March 3, 2013 at 10:46 pm

Oops, forgot he color. I really want to go out aon a limb and say the Nectarine, but really, I’m a blue girl, so Sea shore it is!
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Katie March 3, 2013 at 10:47 pm

I’d love either of the outfits! I’m doing a tri this summer, but I think I’d get more use out of the Merrel clothes. I hate swimming too. And running. Why am I doing a tri again?
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Francisca S. March 4, 2013 at 1:34 am

I lean more towards working out indoors though I don’t mind an outdoor hike now and then. I’d go with the nectarine or garnet tank.

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Francisca S. March 4, 2013 at 1:35 am

I’d be thrilled with the Merrel outfit.
Thanks for this awesome giveaway :)

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Alexis March 4, 2013 at 2:47 am

I’d love the nectarine Merrell tank in a sz small. Thanks! :)

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E.K. March 4, 2013 at 2:59 am

Love the blog, Charlotte. I am a both-er (bond with barbells indoors, bond with birds/bird droppings out). If you pick me, I’d like an orange S edition of that Merrell tank top.

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Liz March 4, 2013 at 5:47 am

I’m both and indoor and outdoor exerciser, depending on the season. Right now, other than walking the dog, I’m exercising inside. I’d love the white Thelon tank! I’m starting a new job teaching yoga and barre, and need to get new yoga clothes to match our grey/black/white theme.

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Diane M. March 4, 2013 at 6:06 am

I workout mostly indoors now (winter),but prefer to be outside. Can’t wait for warm weather! I’d take the seashore tank!

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Diane M. March 4, 2013 at 6:08 am

I’d take the outfit, but the skirt is super cute too!

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Redhead March 4, 2013 at 6:22 am

I’m more of an indoor girl unless the weather is fairly good. I don’t deal well with cold, and lately I’ve been on a yoga kick anyway.
And sadly, I don’t think I can wear a small, but that top is adorable! (And I’d definitely get the blue, though the pink’s cute too!)

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Kat March 4, 2013 at 8:17 am

Love the Thelon tank in blue!

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Heidi March 4, 2013 at 8:38 am

Personally as long as I’m active, I’m happy! I tend to do a lot of indoor workouts and classes, but when the weather is warmer you’ll find me running or hiking quite a few trails. Even when the weather isn’t warmer, you’ll still find me outside (like camping this past weekend for example-true story). Merrell is an amazing company so they get my nod for favorite clothes. Loving the White Thelon Tank.

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Kimberly March 4, 2013 at 9:05 am

Merell outfit please!

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JunieB March 4, 2013 at 9:26 am

Oh pick me! Pick me! Would love the Merrell outfit you are giving away! Love the pink and green!

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Smac-a-roo March 4, 2013 at 10:13 am

Funny how the word “giveaway” multiplies the number of commetsn (guilty!)
If you take away hte side effect of the sun (I am pale and dislike tan lines and premature wrinkles), I do prefer working out outdoor,s especially running. But there wa a time when I couldn’t run outside, and preferred treadmills. Like a few here, I also belong to a crossfit gym with no a/c, and sometimes they bring the workout outside…bring on the sunscreen!

When I lived in Canada, I would run outside even in the winter, those years when I worked out that is…

Love all the outfits, but especially curious about thelon top with the cool design in the back…how’s the support? (you know, for the girls) :-)

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Maggie March 4, 2013 at 10:55 am

If outdoor is a possibility, then I always pick outdoor. Even in the dead of winter, I bundle the heck up and go outside. I’m from Minnesota: I have blood like pancake syrup. I can handle it. Heat’s not a problem either: I have an oddly high heat tolerance and can happily run in 90-degree weather (though I usually don’t, for safety’s sake). Plus sunshine and fresh air just makes me feel so good and so much better. Also my stride is much more natural.

Thelon: small blue.

Merrell: way, way more interested in that. My dad got me into the Merrell cult when I was wee and I still cannot get over how much I love their stuff. Plus I find myself needing more and more running gear since I’m training for a marathon (and then Ragnar) and am dirtying my clothes faster than I can launder them… so I STANK. And I need a running jacket, too. So I’m just drooling/weeping over my keyboard a little over here. Whatever, that’s normal, right?

Pick me! <3
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Kimberly @ Healthy Strides March 4, 2013 at 11:05 am

I’m an outdoor runner/exerciser when I can but I teach BODYPUMP and circuit classes, indoors obv. I love the Thelon Tank in Nectarine.

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Kimberly @ Healthy Strides March 4, 2013 at 11:05 am

I really like the merrell outfit.
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Susan March 4, 2013 at 11:15 am

I am most DEFINATELY an indoor exerciser. I used to run outside all the time, but then I got old and wimpy, and stay indoors! I would love the tank top in white (small)!!

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Nicole March 4, 2013 at 12:09 pm

Do you have to be in the US for the Thelon tank? I really like the Garnet (the one you were modeling). Very cute!

I am 100% an outdoor exerciser.

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Di March 4, 2013 at 12:16 pm

I’d prefer the outfit. Seashore color tank!
I’m both indoor and outdoor, depends what I’m doing. Like you I hate swimming though, but I’m trying to push myself to do it more!
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cursingmama March 4, 2013 at 12:18 pm

Indoors for exercise, outdoors for fun! Love the tank in white (large)
Dying to know about these sports bras with sleeves — always looking for a good way to support and contain my girls…. there aren’t a lot of sports bras that do a good job of it without smashing everything to bits & making you look deformed.
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Becky W. March 4, 2013 at 12:26 pm

I’m more of an outdoor person. I’d rather run or bike trails than be out on the road or in the gym (although I am a gym rat!). I’d love the Thelon tank in XS in blue.

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jennifer March 4, 2013 at 1:35 pm

I love your pictures; you’re so adorable, Charlotte! :)

My favorite time I was working out was in the spring when we had our home gym in the garage, so it’s somewhat of an indoor/outdoor workout. The weights would be inside, but jumproping and other things would need to be done outside (due to ceiling clearance).

I would love the Thelon Tank in SeaShore!
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jennifer March 4, 2013 at 1:36 pm

And yayy for being a size small!! I’d LOVE the Merrel outfit!!

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Lisa March 4, 2013 at 3:46 pm

I get cold easily, so I generally prefer the indoors. Unless it’s the middle of summer, then I’ll run outside. You won’t see me running any other time.
I like that top in the blue color, size small.
The Merrell outfit is also cute.

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Katie M March 4, 2013 at 5:24 pm

I love the Thelon top, and Sea Shore is my preferred color selection.

I am more of an outdoor exerciser for running (outdoors trumps treadmill), but I love a good vinyasa yoga class taught in a steamy studio :)

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Katie M March 4, 2013 at 5:28 pm

I’d like to win the Merrell outfit; I love the bright colors!

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Debra G March 4, 2013 at 11:28 pm

I am sooooo much an outdoor workout gal. So many options to keep things interesting and so many distractions to keep my mind busy while I push the body. And weirdo that I am – I love outdoor stairs!
I’d love any of of the offering you have.
If the Thelon top – I’d choose Sea Shore.
Thanks for thinking of us for sharing the swag :-)

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Liz C. March 5, 2013 at 11:18 am

I’d love the nectarine Thelon top–so fun!

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Hannah March 5, 2013 at 4:42 pm

that tank is so much fun! I would love it in either the sea shore or the nectarine – love both and can’t decide so could just be pleasantly surprised! ;) L for me so alas I will have to pass on the other cute outfit and the tri skirt (although I am not sure I would take the time to fiddle with it during transitions).

definitely prefer the outside for working out as long as the weather cooperates! I love when our crossfit box takes the workout outside – there is something so much fun about doing oly lifts outside as random people walk by. Granted if it is warm enough then I don’t mind rain when attempting to run! And I just spent 3 amazing days learning to snowboard in CO so the cold and snow doesn’t stop me from getting out there!

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Jennifer @ Chocolate Chips & Tricep Dips March 5, 2013 at 9:58 pm

I am definitely more of an inside worker outer. :) And I love the Garnet top just like you’re wearing!!! So cute; I also love the back! And I saw the muscles without even squinting.

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Barb Hanson March 6, 2013 at 12:24 am

I love working out outside.This is such a nice outfit . I hope I win it.

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Kendra March 6, 2013 at 1:22 am

I love exercising outdoors but seem to do most of my sweating at the gym, since it’s easier. I LOVE the tank! The pink and yellow (small) is my favorite.

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Kendra March 6, 2013 at 1:23 am

I really like the outfit, but would probably prefer the skirt since I don’t own anything like it.

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Megan Ruyle March 6, 2013 at 1:35 pm

I love the tank in the orange! So fun.

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Alissa | CleverCompass.com March 6, 2013 at 6:56 pm

I’m more of an outdoor exerciser. I love the nectarine.

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Guinevere March 7, 2013 at 8:51 pm

Charlotte, I want to know what is the white short sleeved top you have on under the Thelon tank? I love that, and it looks perfect under the Thelon. I want one, where do I get it?

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Bek @ Crave March 8, 2013 at 6:22 am

I’m an indoor exerciser and group fitness instructor! I tell you now that top would look super cute on stage in the pink & yellow or blue! Ahhh must have ;)
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krista March 9, 2013 at 12:14 am

I’m actually both indoor and outdoor excerciser – strength work 3 days and running trails 3 days. I adore the Merrell Thelon Tank in the orange/blue combo (size XS). I wanna know what the top you have on under that is too, unless that’s your bra with sleeves?? Dunno but very curious!
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Amy Lynn March 9, 2013 at 10:55 am

I am more of an outdoor exerciser and I would love the sea shore blue tank!

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Amy Lynn March 9, 2013 at 10:57 am

Lucy Skort please!

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Lynn March 9, 2013 at 1:26 pm

Nectirine please in small. I am really more of an indoor gal during the summer/fall ( because of the heat) and outdoors in the winter/spring. Thanks!

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Lynn March 9, 2013 at 1:26 pm

Merrill outfit please!

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Jesse March 9, 2013 at 2:05 pm

outdoors all the way! I’d like the blue please!

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Jesse March 9, 2013 at 2:06 pm

Lucy Skort please!

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