Oiselle Q & A + GIVEAWAY!!

May 9, 2014

Welcome back for another sponsor highlight!!  Today we’re featuring our FUN RUN Sponsor, Oiselle!  If you haven’t heard of this fitness apparel company, you’re in for a treat.  Oiselle specializes in running apparel, but sells high quality clothing for other training avenues as well.  You can find their products here, but read below and learn more about why we think they’re THE PERFECT fit for Blend!

1. How long has Oiselle been around? Can you tell us a little bit about how and why you got started?

Oiselle’s first year in the market was 2007. However, the idea for Oiselle started several years earlier. After two kids and six years of “just running,” founder Sally Bergesen was ready to train and race again. But what what she thought would be a quick trip to the running store to buy new shorts ended in disappointment. Too poofy, too baggy, too high-waisted, and all wrong in the color department.

Over time – and many a long run – that disappointment became an idea. Not only about new women’s running apparel, but also about a new kind of company. A company that supports the woman runner from elite runners like Kara Goucher and Lauren Fleshman to women training to complete their first 5k.

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2. What products does Oiselle specialize in? 

We specialize in making women’s running apparel that empowers performance. When you look good, you feel good and when you feel good you’re unstoppable. Our beginnings are in shorts, and a single-minded mission to make a sleek (non-poofy) short, but now have a full line including super soft (wicking) running tees, tech, tanks, hoodies, jackets, pants…

3. What sets Oiselle apart from your competitors?

We are women runners, so what we create comes from a very personal place of passion. Our design team, headed up by Sally Bergesen, delivers unique beautiful styles, but we’re interested in the big picture. We believe in the power of the run, that when the legs go fast… the heart goes free.

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4. We are SO excited to have Oiselle at Blend Retreat. How will you be involved this year?

We’ll be leading the Fun Run on Friday afternoon! A dynamic warm-up will be led by one of our Oiselle team runners, then off to pound the pavement.

5. We are excited to try out your apparel at the retreat! But maybe we don’t want to wait.. so tell us, where can we find your products for purchase?

We are online at www.oiselle.com and also available at many local run specialty stores.

6. Is there anything else you would like to tell us about Oiselle?

We’re excited to be a part of a great weekend! We hope you all have an amazing time together!

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GIVEAWAY TIME!!

Oiselle wants to help you get your summer “run-drobe” started!  Enter to win a pair of Rogas!

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 To Enter:

Comment below and tell us what your favorite way to exercise is!

Additional entries (leave an extra comment for each one you do!):

I want to win a pair of @oiselle running shorts!  Giveaway today on the @blendretreat site! http://wp.me/p2f2qi-jB #blend2014

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The winner will be selected NEXT Tuesday!  Best of luck!

(Do you have your Retreat ticket yet??  Go here to purchase!)

J, L & L

{ 86 comments… read them below or add one }

Becky @ Olives n Wine May 9, 2014 at 6:40 am

Running! I’m training for a few races this summer/fall and need to check out Oiselle’s gear 🙂

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Maria May 9, 2014 at 9:10 am

I love running. That’s my #1 way to exercise but I’ve started branching out and now I’m kind of loving yoga and how it complements running so well. I also already follow Oiselle on Twitter and tweeted abut this giveaway! 😀

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Natalie @ Free Range Human May 9, 2014 at 9:16 am

Hiking! There’s nothing like getting out on the trail, and I can’t wait to do that in Park City!

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Courtney @ Eat Pray Run, DC May 9, 2014 at 9:16 am

for sure running is my #1. i’m already a huge oiselle super fan and am always looking to add to my collection 🙂

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Erin @ Girl Gone Veggie May 9, 2014 at 9:24 am

My favorite exercise right now is running outside! It’s so beautiful out!

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Lindsay @ The Lean Green Bean May 9, 2014 at 9:29 am

you know I love my crossfit 🙂

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Lindsay @ The Lean Green Bean May 9, 2014 at 9:30 am
krissy m. murphy May 9, 2014 at 9:37 am

Running!!

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Lindsay @ Lindsay Weighs In May 9, 2014 at 9:42 am

How awesome! I love running (and really miss it while I’m injured right now!)

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josephine May 9, 2014 at 9:43 am

Runnning!!!

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Lindsay @ Lindsay Weighs In May 9, 2014 at 9:43 am

I also tweeted!

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Sarah May 9, 2014 at 9:44 am

Favorite form of exercise right now is running. Need to start training for all my upcoming races.

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Sarah May 9, 2014 at 9:46 am

I tweeted and I shared on Twitter.

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Kate May 9, 2014 at 9:48 am

Running is absolutely my favorite. I have to force myself to cross-train 🙂 Recently, I’ve been wanting to hit the trails around where I live and get away from the roads.

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Katie @ Talk Less, Say More May 9, 2014 at 9:48 am

I’m all for running! With my first marathon on the horizon later this fall, there’s going to be a LOT of running with my summer. 😉

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Kate May 9, 2014 at 9:49 am

Here’s a link to my tweet: https://twitter.com/ravelingout/status/464763785396252672 (and I already follow Oiselle)

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Natalie May 9, 2014 at 9:50 am

Running of course!! And Oiselle is my absolute favorite…not just for running but for day to day clothing as well! If you haven’t tried it yet, you’re definitely missing out!

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Natalie May 9, 2014 at 9:51 am

Running of course!! And Oiselle is my absolute favorite for both running and day to day clothing! If you haven’t tried it yet, you are definitely missing out! It feels good to support such an amazing company as well!

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Kate May 9, 2014 at 9:55 am

I shared this on Facebook as well (but I can’t link there because my profile isn’t public).

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Regina Faura May 9, 2014 at 9:57 am

Running! And I love love love Oiselle! 🙂

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Carmy May 9, 2014 at 9:59 am

Running is always my go to excerise!

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Regina Faura May 9, 2014 at 9:59 am
meighan May 9, 2014 at 10:09 am

I love zumba and mud runs such as Tough Mudder and Spartan races! Keeps them challenging and entertaining 🙂

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meighan May 9, 2014 at 10:10 am

i shared it on facebook!

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meighan May 9, 2014 at 10:11 am

i tweeted it and am following Oiselle!

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Mary Winchester May 9, 2014 at 10:17 am

Running is my go to for exercise. I love the feel of my body flying along!

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Julia May 9, 2014 at 10:20 am

Running and swimming. Running is my main squeeze and I throw in some swimming for crosstraining.

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Katie May 9, 2014 at 10:25 am

Running is my favorite way to exercise! Last weekend I completed my 3rd half marathon in 3 weeks (and in my life!). Only 7 months ago did I run my first 5k 🙂

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Katie May 9, 2014 at 10:45 am

Running outside- yay spring!

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Caitlin May 9, 2014 at 10:54 am

My favorite way to exercise lately is a spin class with fabulous music!

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Tori May 9, 2014 at 10:54 am

I love body pump classes!

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Caitlin May 9, 2014 at 10:56 am
Christine @ Love, Life, Surf May 9, 2014 at 11:15 am

Can I name two? Running and Yoga!

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Christine @ Love, Life, Surf May 9, 2014 at 11:16 am
Gabrielle @ Marathons and Macarons May 9, 2014 at 11:21 am

Favorite exercise is running!

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Mollie @Sprinkles of Life May 9, 2014 at 11:22 am

I like strength training the best. Something different and changing is fun for me.

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Gabrielle @ Marathons and Macarons May 9, 2014 at 11:22 am
Heather @ Better With Veggies May 9, 2014 at 11:34 am

I have to pick one?! My favorite has to still be running, but I’m also a big fan of lifting in the gym, and cycling, and yoga, and anything but swimming. 😉

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Heather @ Better With Veggies May 9, 2014 at 11:38 am
Kanoelani May 9, 2014 at 11:48 am

My favorite way to exercise is dance fitness(KAZAXE it’s like Zumba but not hehe 😉 and I love weight training/strength training too. :-D. I’m not a runner but I do run for fun sometimes & to challenge myself on my weight loss journey

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Kanoelani May 9, 2014 at 11:54 am
Kanoelani May 9, 2014 at 11:55 am

I also shared on FB if that’s ok hehe 😉

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Ericka @ The Sweet Life May 9, 2014 at 12:07 pm

My favorite way to exercise is CrossFit! I followed Oiselle and tweeted! Love them!

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Kaitlin May 9, 2014 at 12:09 pm

Used to love my Nike but I’m in search of some solid running gear for New York City races!

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Amanda N May 9, 2014 at 12:43 pm

Running by far is my favorite way to exercise. 3 years ago though I would have said dance, so Zumba is a close second.

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Katie @ Blonde Ambition May 9, 2014 at 1:18 pm

Running, hands down!! It’s a somewhat new development too, I was barely able to run 5k at Blend last year, and now I’ve got one half marathon under my belt! Can’t wait for the fun run!

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Katie @ Blonde Ambition May 9, 2014 at 1:18 pm
Katie @ Blonde Ambition May 9, 2014 at 1:20 pm
Stacie Yates May 9, 2014 at 2:26 pm

I love running, but I’m also getting into weightlifting these days!

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Stacie Yates May 9, 2014 at 2:28 pm
Anel May 9, 2014 at 2:28 pm

I’ve had a love for running for quite a few years. It’s definitely my favorite !! Thank you!

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Anel May 9, 2014 at 2:29 pm
Anel May 9, 2014 at 2:33 pm

And I shared on FB. https://www.facebook.com/anel.pwinney Thank you!

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Sheena May 9, 2014 at 2:56 pm

I love to run but also love hot yoga!

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Sheena May 9, 2014 at 2:56 pm
Electra May 9, 2014 at 3:21 pm

Hitting the trails with the pooch! Oiselle would look great along for the run!

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Lindsay May 9, 2014 at 5:02 pm
Paige c May 9, 2014 at 5:29 pm

I love running but am currently injured so I’ve been doing cardio on an alter g and elliptical and increasing my weight lifting, only bw for my legs though cause of a stress reaction

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Lindsay K May 9, 2014 at 6:13 pm

I love running! Half Marathons are the best!

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Lindsay K May 9, 2014 at 6:15 pm
Nicole @ Fitful Focus May 9, 2014 at 7:26 pm

I love to mix it up! Running followed by some strength training. Then yoga the next day 🙂

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Nicole @ Fitful Focus May 9, 2014 at 7:26 pm

I tweeted

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Cecilia @ MommiesRun May 9, 2014 at 11:40 pm

Definitely running!

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Joy May 10, 2014 at 7:52 am

Running. Spinning. Hiking with the poodle in the woods

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Amanda @ Diary of a Semi-Health Nut May 10, 2014 at 12:27 pm

Running outdoors is probably my favorite although I enjoy group fitness and body weight exercises as well!

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Amanda @ Diary of a Semi-Health Nut May 10, 2014 at 12:29 pm
Amanda @ Diary of a Semi-Health Nut May 10, 2014 at 12:31 pm
runinboise May 10, 2014 at 12:46 pm

running and biking.

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runinboise May 10, 2014 at 12:47 pm
Kay Lynn May 10, 2014 at 1:56 pm

My favorite exercise is reformer Pilates.

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Kay Lynn May 10, 2014 at 1:56 pm
Melissa b May 10, 2014 at 3:24 pm

Swimming for sure! Challenging and relaxing at the same time.

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Laurel C May 10, 2014 at 11:12 pm

Running and biking are my two loves!

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Laurel C May 10, 2014 at 11:13 pm
Tina@GottaRunNow May 11, 2014 at 6:24 am

Running is my favorite exercise. Yesterday I ran 39 miles – my farthest ever!

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Alex @ Alex Tries it Out May 12, 2014 at 10:17 pm

My favorite way to exercise is really a toss up between Crossfit and running. Depends on the week!!

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Alex @ Alex Tries it Out May 12, 2014 at 10:17 pm
Alex @ Alex Tries it Out May 12, 2014 at 10:18 pm
Nicole @ The Marvelous Misadventures of a Foodie May 12, 2014 at 11:49 pm

My favorite way to exercise is probably running – although lately yoga is a very close second 🙂

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Heidi Nicole May 13, 2014 at 12:28 pm

Running…because, you know…running! 🙂

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Heidi Nicole May 13, 2014 at 12:29 pm
Jessie May 13, 2014 at 12:37 pm

My absolute favorite way to exercise is running! Especially on trails, any and every trail that is out there!

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lynne May 13, 2014 at 4:11 pm

anything outside! running, hiking, backpacking, rock climbing.

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Melissa @ Treats With a Twist May 14, 2014 at 10:20 am

Spin, running, weights, HIIT… I love it all!

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Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries May 14, 2014 at 7:19 pm

I love group fitness classes!

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Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries May 14, 2014 at 7:22 pm

tweeeeted!

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