CURRENTLY LOVING: FITLFOPS

MY FIRST PAIR, PIETRA BRONZE (pictures from Google)

I first heard of this pair from a Multiply contact. Apparently, she was on the lookout for a comfortable pair of flpflops fit for a preggy mom. Being an online seller herself, she launched a preorder line for Fitflop.

When I did some research on the internet, I found the pair too bulky for my taste. I prefer slim and feminine types of sandals or flipflops and my collection of Havaianas is mostly composed of the slim models. Only when I visited an outlet store of Fitflop I was surprised the pairs are very lightweight contrary to what I initially thought. From then on, I wanted one for myself.

There are different of styles and models to choose from. The price ranges from Php3490 - Php5990. The price can be pretty hefty but I guarantee your money's worth when you have one. I would usually get achy feet and legs with just a stroll in the mall but I was really amazed I never felt any joint or muscle pain when I wore this pair the whole afternoon in MOA!!!! Not to mention, I was carrying my one year old toddler from time to time!!! Now I found the HG sandals fit for my lifestyle. I got the best of both worlds... I own the most comfortable and stylish sandals in one. Who wouldn't want that, right?

For more information, please visit FitFlop's website, http://www.fitflop.com or visit their Facebook account at Fitflop Philippines.


PRODUCT INFORMATION GATHERED FROM THEIR WEBSITE:

BENEFITS:

FitFlop footwear is biomechanically engineered to help tone and tighten your leg muscles while you walk in them. Studies at the Centre for Human Performance at LSBU show that normal walking in FitFlop sandals* can help:

• - help increase leg and bottom muscle activity (up to 30%). (so you feel less ache in your hips and knees) ,


• - absorb more shock than a normal shoe (up to 22%),


• - help realign ground force reaction closer to your joints,


• - reduce foot pressure and pain from heel spurs and plantar fasciitis.**

The muscle activation benefits in RED are derived from case studies conducted.

The benefits in BLUE are derived from the hundreds of FitFlop sandals wearers who have reported relief from plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, chronic back pain, sciatica, osteoarthritis, RLS, scoliosis, degenerative disc disease, and a number of other conditions. Read wearers’ reviews.




TECHNOLOGY:

FitFlop footwear features patent-pending, muscle-loading Microwobbleboard™ technology to increase the time that your muscles are engaged every single time you take a step.

FOOD BLOG: CONTI'S - NUVALI STA. ROSA

I had my very first taste of Conti's in a friend's party where he offered us the much famed Leche Flan. Since I hail from Cebu, I was totally clueless what the rave is all about. The moment I took a bite, it was love at first taste.

Then Conti's opened a branch here in Nuvali Sta. Rosa, Laguna (where I fortunately reside) and I didn't skip the chance to experience their other cuisine. If I remembered correctly, I ordered a Lasagna and a Moist Chocolate Cake and from then on, I always buy their cakes and Leche Flan on special occasions.

This afternoon, Yab and I took our family to Nuvali for a leisure walk and some family bonding. When it was getting dark, Yab suggested to have dinner at Conti's and of course, the whole family got excited. We are in serious craving for a delicious meal and surely, Conti's didn't disappoint our picky palate.

Everybody was happy with their meal of choice, especially me. Every bite was heaven. The food were nicely presented and the staff were very accommodating and friendly, too. Some meals come in two different sizes (To Share and Solo) which I find convenient since my daughter usually has a small appetite.

I definitely want to celebrate my upcoming birthday dinner here. =)

My stepdaughter, P.'s appetizer:

CAESAR SALAD SOLO SIZE PHP85 ($1.93)

(Homemade Caesar dressing on a bed of iceberg lettuce topped with bacon bits, parmesan cheese and bread croutons)

Yab's meal:

ROAST BEEF IN MUSHROOM SAUCE PHP285 ($6.47)

(Slices of beef in mushroom sauce, served with buttered vegetables and mashed potato or garlic rice)

A.'s and H.'s (my kids) dinner:

LASAGNA REGULAR SIZE PHP195 ($4.43)

(Wide lasagna noodles layered with bechamel sauce and oregano inspired meat sauce, topped and baked with mixed cheeses)

Mine:

LECHON KAWALI PHP250 ($5.68)

(Crunchy pork belly with liver sauce, served with fresh lumpiang ubod and steamed rice)

Dessert (we had to share since everybody's full already):

MOIST CHOCOLATE CAKE PHP70 ($1.59)

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