Lady Foot Locker Helps Mom Get 'Back on Track' +Giveaway!

From the Lady Foot Locker Press Release:
For many of us, "Back to School" means a change in schedule -- whether we are going back to school ourselves, or putting our kids on the bus. This change of schedule can threaten the fitness routine we've worked to maintain all summer. Experts at Lady Foot Locker believe this doesn't have to be the case -- the right footwear will get you "Back on Track" this fall.

"Wardrobe can often affect the mind," states Doree Sanger, VP DMM of Footwear for Lady Foot Locker. "Just as a pressed suit will make you feel prepped for an interview, a great pair of athletic shoes will prime you for your fall fitness goals."

Cathy Lang, author of Wardrobe Workouts and contributor to Lady Foot Locker's blog, The Club, offers these tips to keep you on track:

HIGHER LEARNING: No matter what shoe you wear -- toning shoes like the Reebok EasyTone or a casual favorite like the Converse Chuck Taylor -- elevate your booty by taking the stairs. If you are feeling ambitious, make it a rule to go up to your floor, back down and up again every trip.

CALORIES BURNED: approximately ten calories per minute when ascending, and seven when descending.

AHEAD OF THE CLASS: Sneakers are a fall fashion staple, and running shoes are brighter and more colorful than ever! Nike, Reebok and Asics have infused their top performance sneakers with pops of color. Do your feet (and your fitness goals) a favor by choosing sneakers as your everyday shoes.

CALORIES BURNED: If you're carrying a bag, for every five lbs you carry on a ten minute walk, you will boost your burn by 14.25 calories. So, if you're walking a 15 lb bag to class will burn approximately 43 calories.

ON THE FAST TRACK: You know you can use your campus track for more than running. Get a full lower body workout by inserting lunges. Run at the highest intensity you can. When it's time for a break, tighten your lower half by doing walking lunges while your heart rate and breathing slow before returning to your cardio workout. A great running shoe like the Asics Gel Kayano 16 is ideal for the track and will support this active rest as well.

MOMS, Win up to $100 from Lady Foot Locker for Back to School!

Since both of my children will be going back to school full time this year, I am super excited about getting *myself* back on track. I have a wedding that I'm going to be in 12 days after school starts, and I am planning on taking advantage of the time alone. I can really walk, or jog, or do a video in the comfort of my own home, without anyone interrupting me for a snack, or drink, or potty problems. I'm really looking forward to that.. but I have a feeling it's going to be missed almost as much as it is welcomed.

I've already updated the music in my MP3 player, and purchased a new pair of ear buds, so I am amped and ready to go!

I've been checking out some new sneaks on Lady Foot Locker since I heard about this promotion, because I thought it lined up with my theme for Back to School quite perfectly! I love the new Reebok EasyTone (or RunTone) sneakers. They are available in so many different colors, and they don't have the 'Herman Munster'-esque platform that many other toning shoes possess. I can't wait to head to my mall and try on a pair of these.

I cannot believe that the fluorescent colors from the 80's have made a full-fledged return. Many shoes, (even for moms!),  are splashed with some form of neon accent. I haven't quite made up my mind whether or not I think it's super cool or super crazy, but all I know is that for my size 11 feet, I do not need day-glow anything! For those of you with super cute little feet that can wear all of the adorable shoes in the world, check out the Nike AIRMAX sneakers. With just a little splash of color, Nike AIRMAX are both functional, (providing great support and traction), and fashionable.

Looking for little extra support and motivation to get moving? Learn more about The Club at Lady Foot Locker, keep track of your fitness goals, learn about new products, and so much more. Also, sign up in your local store for VIP status, and receive many perks like coupons, discounts, early access to upcoming promotions and more. Check out Lady Foot Locker VIP more details on how you can get FREE rewards. If you prefer to shop online, Lady Foot Locker is offering FREE shipping on orders over $75 and free return shipping if you are not 100% satisfied. Just use coupon code IP23T847 at the checkout.

Now, thinking about Back to School and getting YOURSELF back on track, what type of sneakers would you get?  Our friends at Lady Foot Locker have offered two $50 gift cards to our readers to help get them 'Back on Track' this Back to School Season. Two winning comments will be chosen, you could win one, or BOTH- up to $100 in Lady Foot Locker Gift Cards!

Mandatory Entry:
Visit Lady Foot Locker and tell me which pair are your favorite AND what you're planning on doing to get yourself "Back on Track" this Back to School season. 

This giveaway is open to residents of the US and Canada or APO/FPO addresses as well. This giveaway will end on August 30, 2010 at 11:59pm EST. TWO $50 gift cards will be given away thanks to Lady Foot Locker. One person may win both gift cards, depending on the numbers drawn at random from Random.org. All winner information will be posted on our WINNERS PAGE and on this post. Any unclaimed prizes will be redrawn accordingly and at the discretion of 4BabyAndMom. As always, what you have read is strictly the opinion of 4BabyAndMom. Your opinions may differ.

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WINNERS!!

Please be sure to visit our WINNERS PAGE for more information on how to claim your prize! This giveaway has been redrawn. If the winners do not claim their prizes by Sunday, 9/26, it will move to the next number in line. Thank you for understanding.