TIUX Compression Socks Review

I am so excited that I got the opportunity to review these super cute TIUX compression socks! I used these for during a training run, recovery after a hard workout and on a plane.

During my Training Run:

I don't typically wear compression socks during long training runs or races but for shorter races I love them. They help keep my legs and keep my confidence high in my legs stability. These TIUX compression socks did all of that! One of the major benefits of these socks in comparison to other compression socks is the material around the toes, sole and heel. In my other compression socks, due to the tight material, my toes always felt so squished and cramped. The bottom material of these Tiux compression socks is so soft and comfortable! My toes had room to move!!! 

The compression didn't feel crazy tight but they were nice. But again, I don't typically wear compression socks unless its really cold and need to warm up my legs. 

For Recover:

Though I don't usually wear compression socks for my training runs, I LOVE wearing compression socks for recovery! After a really fast and strong track work out, I put these babies on and let them do their magic. 

While wearing these socks, I felt (1) SUPER CUTE! and (2) comfortable compression! Because of the soft, purple material on the bottom of these socks, I was able to walk around with so much ease! I was getting my recovery compression that I wanted without the crampiness of my toes :)

The true testament to these socks was when I woke up the next morning. My legs felt fresh! And really, that's all that I am looking for in a pair of compression socks :)

On the Plane:

This past weekend, I took a red eye to New York for a wedding. Wearing compression socks on a long plane ride is a must! Without compression socks, a 5-hour plane ride leaves me with fat, swollen feet! 

These socks comfortably fit under my skinny jeans and without the slippage in my shoes. I left the Delta plane ride feeling limber, rested and (the most important) without swollen feet! :) The purple material on the bottom of the socks made these really easy and comfortable to wear (I can't say enough about that!).

Overall:

The TIUX Compression Socks are great! 

- Super cute! Cause obviously, if these were ugly, I'd never wear them!

- Sturdy compression - not squished but enough for a good, rested morning the next day

- Best part: The comfort of the toe/sole/heel material!!!

Smith Pivlock Arena Sunglasses Review + Smith Pivlock V2 Nose Piece Black (Asian Fit) Review

Its been a few weeks out since I received my pair of Smith Optics Pivlock Arena Sunglasses.

Before purchasing these sunglasses, I had been on a mission to find sunglasses that fit my face :) The bridge of my nose is smaller than that of others' so finding a properly fitted pair of glasses has been a long process. Not until I tried on a pair of sunglasses with a special nose piece did I realize that I had been wearing sunglasses "wrong". My sunglasses were always held up by my cheeks! My husband always wondered by I wore my sunglasses so low - but obviously his nose never had him deal with the same struggle!

My first fitted pair of sunglasses were the Tifosi Tyrant. I was so excited for these! Not the coolest looking glasses but they were so much more comfortable! I was better able to keep wind and sand out of my eyes!!! This was a new feeling since wearing sunglasses held up by my cheeks let in unwanted dust and debris when I rode my bike. While functional, these sunglasses did not look as cool as I wanted... cause, you know, if you look good, you will feel good - which makes you much stronger when out riding! FOR REAL!

During the Palm Springs Training Camp this past March, I was in awe of my friend's sunglasses. They looked soooo profesh! She mentioned that the Smith Optics Pivlock Arena Sunglasses were awesome because the nose piece was adjustable. I tried them on and I was instantly won over!

Vanessa, a super sweet and awesome friend, ordered me a pair and I was so excited to look amazing on the road! Unfortunately, the nose piece did not perfectly fit my nose bridge :( I was looking forward to the adjustability to accommodate my needs but sadly I was left with another pair of sunglasses that would be ill-fitting...

THEN!!! I found the Smith Pivlock V2 Nose Piece "Asian fit". Although I had the Pivlock Arena Sunglasses, I was hopeful that the nose piece would still work. I ordered it and was delivered the nose piece very quickly! I was worried that the style would not be compatible but fortunately it worked!!! Now, I have a fantastic pair of sunglasses that actually fits my face! I can't tell you how excited I was to finally wear some cool looking sunglasses that stayed up on my nose bridge!

fyi: my pink helmet is not actually this faded - it just looks that way in the pic! 

So, for any type of nose out there, I would highly recommend these Smith Optics Pivlock Arena Sunglasses! (and if you have the same nose bridge as me, definitely check out the Smith Pivlock V2 Nose Piece "Asian fit"!) Not only will they fit your face and look awesome, Smith Optics gives you 3 different replaceable lenses! One clear, one amber tinted and one tinted color of your choice!

*I purchased these sunglasses on my own and am in no way sponsored by Smith Optics - but if you want to be my sponsor, get at me! :)