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Nike Free Run+

Getting motivated to exercise can definitely be a daunting task, but with the right shoes a workout suddenly becomes a whole lot easier. And Nike’s new Free Run+ will give you that extra motivation you’ll need to get up and go. You can trust me on this one; I’ve experienced it myself…

On Tuesday night I was lucky enough to join the Nike crew at their Britomart store for a very special event. On arrival we were given keys to personal lockers filled with everything we’d need to gear up for a workout. And workout we did with none other than Nike’s Master Trainer Marie Purvis who had flown in all the way from Portland, Oregon. Listing professional athletes like Serena Williams and Shawn Johnson as clients we knew we were in good hands

As a fan of Nike’s Lunarswifts in recent years I was eager to try out the new Frees – having never tried any Frees before for that matter – and suffice to say I am their newest convert. As someone who exercises regularly I could really notice the difference. The way they move naturally with your feet is incredible; they actually feel like they’re a part of you. What can I say? They just feel better.

As well as being lightweight and ultra-breathable, the Nike Free Run+ have a new Dynamic Fit system so they wrap around the midfoot and arch like a glove. They also have a seamless upper to support and move with your foot on every stride. Trans-tarsal diagonal cuts through the arch increase flexibility and enhance the way the foot naturally moves, while also helping to increase foot strength.

Gone are the days of my Lunarswifts, now I’m a Free girl and there’s no going back. Trust me, with comfort, impeccable fit and support all rolled into one damn good-looking shoe they will definitely make the world of difference. Just do it!

L to R: Tegan Larkins and Louisa Penney, Marie Purvis and myself after the workout

Note: Marie is also the trainer and developer for the Nike Training Club app, the top fitness app for 2011 with over two million downloads. If you haven’t seen or used it already I suggest you download it right now. It’s basically like having a personal trainer with you on your phone when you work out. And best of all it’s FREE! Synced to your music, you can chose to 'get lean', 'get toned', 'get strong' or 'get focused', tailoring workouts to suit your fitness levels. You can download it here.