If Crops Could Talk

This specific pair would tell you to “Go! Run a marathon.” Given their culture, they’d probably also tell you “Chuck Norris never ran a Marathon”, “There’s beer at the end!”, and the likes of this:

Yep, these crops have a lot to say! So do the lululemon cheer groups; they’re some kick-ass sign-makers.

When I arrived to our {new Tuesday night!} run club last night, these crops were handed to me for a “test run”. I hesitantly changed out of my shorts, thinking about how the 70* humid night would feel as I ran in crops. I should’ve known better; lulu can be so tricky…

Run: A Marathon Crop

These are easily the lightest weight crops I’ve ever pulled onto my legs. You can barely feel the fabric; the fit is perfect (and I don’t use that word lightly in reference to running clothes!). The bottom angled-cut caps your knee, not coming down too low (most lulu crops hit me mid-shin), and have a small elastic hem on the inside that prevents them from going anywhere.

You can read about the other “key features” here, but know this – this pair of crops has SEVEN pockets. Count em’! Four waistband pockets (fit keys, gus / shot bloks – whichever way you swing – and/or cards, etc.), two pockets along the legs (see where the reflective strip starts? Scan down to the top of the knee – those pockets are deep* ), and one zipper pocket in the back (which fits an iPhone, credit cards, etc.).

Seriously. Seven pockets. What else do you need?

*Stacy actually ran with her phone in this pocket, and it didn’t move! Fancy.

We ran a 3.5 mile loop with a surprise! mini strength workout thrown in the middle. The Lincoln Memorial tourists got a little show last night, you’re welcome. Next time, you tourists are free to join us!

In other news, these bags can now be found at a lululemon store near you:

I walked home with my Speed shorts and sweaty hat inside of this, while I enjoyed a cool-down in my new crops – a look I accessorized with a stupid grin because really? This bag is awesome.

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If you splurge on a piece of running / athletic clothing, what are the key features for you?

If you could ask your exercise attire for a little motivation, what script would you give them?

I’ve been so spoiled by lululemon things that now I love having pockets! I always carry an ID, metro card and debit card, plus a house-key and occasionally my bike-share key. Pockets = essential. Obviously the fit, fabric and feel are important, too! But, with most (not all) lululemon things, that’s covered.

If they tell me something, it better just be to keep movin’.