Tuesday, September 26, 2017

5 Things I Love About Fall

Disclaimer: This post was sponsored by prAna. I was given compensation and product in exchange for my completely honest opinion. 

You might not know it by looking at the thermometer, but fall is here! The leaves on the trees are turning colors and falling on the ground. Pumpkin spice is everywhere. The football season is in full swing. Runners are talking about fall races and thumbholes!

While I love summer, I always look forward to fall. There's something about the change in seasons that sparks a change in me. I guess because summer is so short, we try to squeeze in as much as we can. With fall, life tends to slow down. There's just so much to love about fall!



1. Cooler temperatures mean easier runs! It's been really warm this fall, but the few cool mornings we've had have been a great reminder of how much easier running feels when the temperature drops. When it's 45-50 degrees in the morning, I feel as if I could run forever! The sun rises a little later and witnessing the sunrise never gets old.

2. Fall means comfort foods. I always look forward to the change in the dinner menu at our house with the arrival of cooler weather. Chili, soups, baked pasta dishes, and pot roast are some of the dishes I'm looking forward to!

3. Mother Nature puts on a show for many of us. It seems to happen overnight, but come September, the leaves on the trees turn up the volume to 11. Many of my running paths take me through forest preserves and I love witnessing the change of seasons. I also enjoy hearing the crunch of the leaves under my feet while I'm running.


4. Fall is fun! There are so many fun things associated with fall: apple picking, pumpkin carving, corn mazes, football games, bonfires, and Halloween. When the boys were little, our favorite thing to do was to go to the pumpkin farm where there were all kinds of activities. Have you ever seen a pumpkin chucker? My boys have long outgrown those days, but I'm still a fan of apple picking!

5. Long sleeves with thumbholes and jeans populate my wardrobe in the fall. prAna sent me 2 pairs of these Kara jeans and I am in love! I received pairs in denim and indigo. I have worn prAna pants in the past--in fact, I already own quite a few pairs of prAna corduroys and jeans. I love the way they look and fit. The Kara jeans are low-rise, which makes my tummy happy and they are stretchy, which makes my legs happy! The jeans can be cuffed or worn long. I love the way they fit and move with me. I'm a very active person and I don't want to be restricted by my clothing. I like to wear my prAna gear to work as well as for play. These jeans fit true to size.


prAna makes their clothing to accommodate an active lifestyle. Their designers actually test out the items themselves, based on their own activities! The clothes are made mindfully, using organic cotton and hemp, as well as other sustainable materials. prAna uses fair trade practices and gives back to communities all over the world. It's a nice feeling to know that I can wear fun, comfy clothes and still be a conscious consumer!

What do you like the most about fall? Do you own any prAna gear? The fall line is really amazing! I have a discount code if you want to purchase prAna gear at 15% off: MSF17WR. I'm looking forward to wearing my jeans all fall and through the winter. 

I'm linking up with Marcia, Erika, and Patti for Tuesdays on the Run and Nicole, Annemarie, and Jen for Wild Workout Wednesday!








46 comments :

  1. prAna clothing looks so comfty, definitely perfect for Fall (whenever that Fall weather decides to come back).

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  2. I am sooooo happy that it's fall. Even though, after a brief dip our weather is warming up again. I'm a ptAna fan from way back, and I even have a pair of Kara jeans. So comfy!

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  3. yes bring on the fall temps and soup weather. You are right the leaves do kind of seem to change overnight. Love the jeans on you they look very comfy. I got some great Prana leggings love them

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  4. Those jeans look awesome on you!

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  5. Hmm, those jeans are cute! I need some new ones for the fall. I might have to try those.

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    1. I do love prAna jeans! They have a lot of colors to choose from.

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  6. The Kara Jeans are my absolute favorite! I have them in so many different colors. Aren't they the best!

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  7. You look awesome.

    I love fall foods but I will miss the warm temps. Fall means winter is around the corner.

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    1. Thank you!

      I keep saying the same thing about fall. But it's been ridiculously hot. I'm ready for some cooler temps.

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  8. I always tell people I love the idea of Fall, but it can be the worst season in So Cal. High temps/single digit humidity make for extreme fire danger. The trade-off is we get to run in the 40s and 50s all winter.

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    1. Running in the 40s and 50s is something I could totally get my head around!

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  9. Love the cuff jeans on you!!! I can't wait until it's cool enough for thumb holes !!! :)

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    1. Thank you! The cuff is fun, but I'm glad I can roll them down for cooler temps. And yes to thumb holes!

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  10. One of my favorite long sleeve shirts is a Oiselle one, with thumb holes. I've gotten it out already, and I love wearing it. I probably could use a couple more, in different colors.

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  11. Cute clothes! I have Pr Ana workout clothes but nothing for every day wear. I'm looking forward to fall and the pretty changing of the leaves. That doesn't happen here till sometime in October! -M

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  12. I have never tried prAna. Obviously, their clothes must be comfy and that is a big factor for me. Those cuffed jeans are adorable.

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  13. I really love their tights. They come in some fun patterns. :)

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  14. I actually don't have any Prana pants!? I love the way you describe the jeans since I need stretch for my quads :-) I actually just bought two sweaters and two long sleeve tops from them and I can't wait to actually wear them once we get rid of these mid-summer temps!!

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    1. Oh, I love their pants. With your build, they'd be perfect for you!

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  15. I love Prana's jeans! I have red ones that are some of my favorites. Fall is one of my favorite seasons for running... just still waiting for that cooler weather here!

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    1. We've got the cooler weather now, it should be heading your way!

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  16. YES to fall! Now only if it would cool down here so I could buy me a pair of those jeans! Super cute!

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  17. Fall is definitely my favorite time of year! Love the cooler weather, the food, and the fashion!

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  18. Prana is so cute! I actually don't own any though - I need to remedy that!

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  19. I love jeans + sweater weather. And leggings + thumbholes. And one cozy layer without allthelayers of winter. I have a few Prana pieces that I really like.

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    1. I feel the exact same way. As long as I'm not all bundled up, I'm good!

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  20. Fall really is so pretty! Love your new threads.

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  21. My favorite thing about fall....I'm not sure that there is one since I'm always so sad to see summer come to an end. :( If I had to choose, I'd say that my favorite thing is that the running weather is better.

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    1. I feel like you do--I do love fall, but yes, it's hard to say goodbye to summer!

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  22. I love your outfit! I wish our fall was like yours, still hitting 95 here.....I forget what fall is....

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