*Spoilers* September 2013 Popsugar Must Have Box

[Bizgirlva]

I got my box today and like usual I'm much more pleased with it in person, than I was when I first saw the spoilers, which is weird....because I'm giving away the diffuser and coasters as a gift.  I gave the sharkies to my boyfriend.  And I'll probably eBay the PS DIY book.  It's a cute book, but I felt most of that could be found online or pinterest, I'm not a big DIY-er. 

I'm most excited about the headbands (I love the colors and they are so perfect for the gym) the shoptiques.com card (but I can't decide what I want) and the that's it bar. 

 

[Dayo Steph]

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  I got my box today and like usual I'm much more pleased with it in person, than I was when I first saw the spoilers, which is weird....because I'm giving away the diffuser and coasters as a gift.  I gave the sharkies to my boyfriend.  And I'll probably eBay the PS DIY book.  It's a cute book, but I felt most of that could be found online or pinterest, I'm not a big DIY-er. 

I'm most excited about the headbands (I love the colors and they are so perfect for the gym) the shoptiques.com card (but I can't decide what I want) and the that's it bar. 

I gave the sharkies to my boyfriend too. He runs, I'm a lazy blob that needs to get her butt to the gym but certainly I don't need extra electrolytes  

 

[Bizgirlva]

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I gave the sharkies to my boyfriend too. He runs, I'm a lazy blob that needs to get her butt to the gym but certainly I don't need extra electrolytes  


Too funny, my bf ran tonight! But he's not much of a runner. I'm more the gym goer than he is, but tonight I needed a break, I ran Monday night and my legs are still sore from it (they had us run half a mile backwards....crazy killer on your calves).

I think my bf is eating the sharkies now!  I'll eat my That's It bar tomorrow, I hope it's decent. 

 

[SonyaB]

I am pleasantly surprised with Shoptique's shipping.  I placed my order for this http://www.shoptiques.com/products/silver-double-knot-ring on the 16th, it was shipped on the 17th and will be at my door on Friday via UPS ground.  

 

[barbyechick]

I'm a bit annoyed that they've already moved onto processing the waitlist for the September box when my box is still processing and not initiated, I mean yay for people who were hoping to get it but just not great after waiting so long...

 

[skylola123]

Too funny, my bf ran tonight! But he's not much of a runner. I'm more the gym goer than he is, but tonight I needed a break, I ran Monday night and my legs are still sore from it (they had us run half a mile backwards....crazy killer on your calves). I think my bf is eating the sharkies now!  I'll eat my That's It bar tomorrow, I hope it's decent. 

I have been jogging at nights but my knees are killing me. Do you know any techniques or know of something that could help me out with my knees?

 

[jesemiaud]

Thanks everyone for thoughts on GB vs PS. Sounds like I'll keep PS.

 

[Dayo Steph]

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I have been jogging at nights but my knees are killing me. Do you know any techniques or know of something that could help me out with my knees?

I'm not a runner, but I've had chronic knee problems my entire life due to early horseback riding accidents and karate. Depending on the type of knee pain, doing quad strengthening exercises can really help - things like biking, leg lifts with bean bag weights on your ankles, etc.  Not knowing where your pain is though you might want to talk to a doc.  

 

[skylola123]

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I'm not a runner, but I've had chronic knee problems my entire life due to early horseback riding accidents and karate. Depending on the type of knee pain, doing quad strengthening exercises can really help - things like biking, leg lifts with bean bag weights on your ankles, etc.  Not knowing where your pain is though you might want to talk to a doc.  

Thank you!

I had been walking for awhile then started to jog, I was fine for about a week but then all of the sudden I started to feel like my knees were bruised. And I checked my knees but they feel bruised like inside maybe the joint (on the outside they look fine). 

But I think I will take a break from jogging and start doing bike rides until my knees don't feel bruised anymore. 

 

[cobainrls]

Quote: Originally Posted by barbyechick /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I'm a bit annoyed that they've already moved onto processing the waitlist for the September box when my box is still processing and not initiated, I mean yay for people who were hoping to get it but just not great after waiting so long...
Well I paid for a box when I signed back up. They have shipped my box out...it still says processing. I am sure you will get your box before me.

 

[barbyechick]

Quote: Originally Posted by cobainrls /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Well I paid for a box when I signed back up. They have shipped my box out...it still says processing. I am sure you will get your box before me.

Depends when mine ships out lol - fedex reference still can't find the label so mine hasn't gone out yet. I wasn't trying to be rude, like I said I'm happy for others who got added I just wish they would have first sent out all the other boxes first.

 

[Bizgirlva]

I have been jogging at nights but my knees are killing me. Do you know any techniques or know of something that could help me out with my knees?

Good for you! If you haven't already it might help to get fitted for running shoes, expect to drop some money on decent shoes. Inserts or orthopedics can help too, and also icing your knees after running. I have to ice my left heel, I have plantar facistis, it sucks feels like you're walking on a bruised heel all the time. This can be touchy but generally cleaning up your diet goes a long long long way to help with aches and pains. You can also Try stretching for 10 mins or so after your jogs, drinking lots of water, be sure to rest (say run every other day) and decent amounts of sleep all will help as well.

 

[cobainrls]

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Depends when mine ships out lol - fedex reference still can't find the label so mine hasn't gone out yet. I wasn't trying to be rude, like I said I'm happy for others who got added I just wish they would have first sent out all the other boxes first.
I didn't check what I wrote. My box hasn't shipped out as it is still processing. I know you weren't being rude.

 

[skylola123]

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Good for you!

If you haven't already it might help to get fitted for running shoes, expect to drop some money on decent shoes. Inserts or orthopedics can help too, and also icing your knees after running. I have to ice my left heel, I have plantar facistis, it sucks feels like you're walking on a bruised heel all the time.

This can be touchy but generally cleaning up your diet goes a long long long way to help with aches and pains.

You can also Try stretching for 10 mins or so after your jogs, drinking lots of water, be sure to rest (say run every other day) and decent amounts of sleep all will help as well.

Thank you so much for all the tips!

I do feel so much better by just going out and doing this...feel like I have more energy and less stressed. I bought a pair of Nike running shoes but I have never jogged before so I don't know if I got the right ones.  But I didn't even think about inserts! lol I am definitely looking into getting some /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />   And I have also been trying to eat better, instead of eating red meat I have been eating fish. Trying to stay away from sugar/sweets (but its so hard, why must it be so hard!).    I am sorry about your heel /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />  That sounds really painful. 

 

[Bizgirlva]

Thank you so much for all the tips! I do feel so much better by just going out and doing this...feel like I have more energy and less stressed. I bought a pair of Nike running shoes but I have never jogged before so I don't know if I got the right ones.  But I didn't even think about inserts! lol I am definitely looking into getting some /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />   And I have also been trying to eat better, instead of eating red meat I have been eating fish. Trying to stay away from sugar/sweets (but its so hard, why must it be so hard!).    I am sorry about your heel /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />  That sounds really painful. 

I got some cheap inserts from Walmart. They got me through my first 5k, 6k and 8k. I'm working towards a 10k now, as much as my heel will allow. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[Lisa Marie]

Quote:Originally Posted by skylola123 /img/forum/go_quote.gif


I have been jogging at nights but my knees are killing me. Do you know any techniques or know of something that could help me out with my knees?


I agree with the other posters that say to try some inserts! My husband, dad, and my FIL all get knee and some hip pain when they work out. Those gel insoles have done the trick! (...Geez wait, why don't I have them in my shoes?! LOL)

 

[MoiSurtout]

Does anyone know of any promo codes for Shoptiques? I remember someone mentioning a code for $5 off if you share on facebook, but I don't see it on the site. Does it come up later in the checkout process? 

 

[Glossygirl]

Quote: Originally Posted by MoiSurtout /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Does anyone know of any promo codes for Shoptiques? I remember someone mentioning a code for $5 off if you share on facebook, but I don't see it on the site. Does it come up later in the checkout process? 
Yes, it shows up when you are on the last page of your checkout, step 3. A little window will pop up and say do you want to share this purchase on Facebook, If you share it...it will take $5 off  your order.

 

 

[MoiSurtout]

Quote: Originally Posted by Glossygirl /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Quote: Originally Posted by MoiSurtout /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Does anyone know of any promo codes for Shoptiques? I remember someone mentioning a code for $5 off if you share on facebook, but I don't see it on the site. Does it come up later in the checkout process? 
Yes, it shows up when you are on the last page of your checkout, step 3. A little window will pop up and say do you want to share this purchase on Facebook, If you share it...it will take $5 off  your order.

 


Thanks! I'll do that. 

 

[farrah3]

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I got this one:

  http://www.shoptiques.com/products/ruffle-pink-maxi
Super cute!  I'm so happy for you! That's a great find!

Dang, they only have 1 left (wrong size for me) and my PS Box isn't here yet.  /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />