Go the Extra Mile for Kids at the SKECHERS Pier to Pier Friendship Walk

October 27, 2011 by Leave a comment

SKECHERS started the SKECHERS Pier to Pier Friendship Walk three years ago to raise funds for The Friendship Circle, a non-profit organization devoted to improving the lives of children with special needs. In our South Bay community, there are hundreds of children who are living with Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and Autism as well as many other developmental disabilities and physical limitations. The focus of the walk expanded in our first year as so many schools faced serious budget cuts, and continue to face economic hardships that are impacting our kids’ educations.

We are committed to supporting children with special needs and education.  We believe that it is our obligation to provide assistance to wonderful organizations like The Friendship Circle, which touches the hearts of so many – as well as help our schools during these tough times.

We have already raised more than $500,000 – thanks to many across our community, the efforts of our generous sponsors including presenting sponsor KIDS FOOT LOCKER, and the support of local and national businesses. This is an amazing start, but when you think about the approximately 57,000 kids in our schools, and all our many children with special needs, it isn’t enough. We can do so much more if we come together! Fitness expert Denise Austin, the iconic Tommy Lasorda and the lovely Brooke Burke will all be helping us kick off the walk. And now we are calling upon you, and asking you to call upon your family and friends so we can make miracles happen for thousands of deserving children.

Please join us at the Manhattan Beach Pier on Sunday, October 30 for a terrific time and let’s make even bigger strides in helping our children. If you can’t attend this year’s event, but want to be there in spirit, you can still go the extra mile for our kids by becoming a Virtual Walker: just register online as an Individual, and select ‘Virtual’ from the options listed. Visit the official SKECHERS Pier to Pier Friendship Walk site for more information on how to get involved, or become a fan of the SKECHERS Pier to Pier Friendship Walk Facebook page for the latest news and updates for this incredible event. See you there!

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SKECHERS Answers YOUR Most Frequently Asked Questions!

October 19, 2011 by Leave a comment

Have a question about your SKECHERS footwear, but not sure who to ask? See if it’s answered below by SKECHERS’ own Tim the Shoe Guy in this month’s FAQ!
A full selection of SKECHERS' Bella Ballerina shoes are expected to be back in stock just before the holiday season!

When are Bella Ballerina shoes coming back into stock?
Tim the Shoe Guy: A full selection of Bella Ballerina shoes are expected to be back in stock around mid-October to early November (in preschool and grade school sizes only).

My shoe is squeaking.  What can I do about it?
TSG: Try putting some talcum or baby powder into the interior of the shoe, and make sure you get powder down into the cracks.  Tip out any surplus powder before wearing. That should quiet the squeak.

When are the SKECHERS GOrun shoes coming in?  What are they all about?
TSG: You may have noticed the sleek new SKECHERS GOrun shoes – and you can learn all about them here. Right now, SKECHERS GOrun is available in select SKECHERS retail stores and is expected to be on SKECHERS.com by mid-November.

What are some of your favorite boots for this season?
TSG: That’s easy. The versatile women’s lace-up ankle boots that SKECHERS has this season, like the desert-boot-on-a-wedge Dandy-Chuck It, and the outdoor-inspired Lunacy-Sequoia.  They’re smart, stylish and comfortable, and go well with skirts, tights or jeans.  For guys, I suggest the Denton-Forest and Denton-Westlee boots. Not only are they military-inspired, but smartly stylish, too.

Check out all the lastest women's boot styles, like the Lunacy-Sequoia, at SKECHERS.com and at SKECHERS retail stores! Check out all the latest men's boot styles, like the Denton-Westlee, at SKECHERS.com and at SKECHERS retail stores!

What’s coming up from SKECHERS for the holiday season?
TSG: The holidays are always an exciting time for SKECHERS shoppers – in addition to great new shoes, we have lots of special offers coming up. If you haven’t already done so, sign up for a SKECHERS Elite™ membership to receive notifications about exclusive SKECHERS shopping events.

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Rephel Martin’s Saver Meal Plan Strategy

October 14, 2011 by 1 Comment

Rephel Martin, the Assistant Coach for Men’s and Women’s Track and Field at Savannah State University, shares his Saver Meal Plan Strategy with SKECHERS

Having problems setting up a meal plan and staying within a budget? Try my Saver Meal Plan Strategy. Eating clean doesn’t have to be boring and high priced to be healthy.  All you’ll need is few simple essentials, click here to learn more:

  1. One box of each: storage, sandwich, and snack Ziploc bags.
  2. A small food scale.

The goal is to stay within a $30.00 budget for the week, getting in three real meals and two snacks for the day. I know it sounds impossible, but it is very doable.

First, you will have to choose a lean protein, a starch/simple carb, and a good fat source to have with your real meals. Also, choose a good snack option between meals.

Rephel's Menu

The second thing to remember is that lean protein sources go into the snack bags; carb sources go into the sandwich bags; and the day’s meals go into the storage bags.

I usually do my week’s shopping on Sunday, make my meals for the week, and in the morning all I have to do is grab a storage bag and go. This simple method eliminates the need for me to eat fast food, saves me money, and gives me the needed nutrition to keep training.

Meal portions placed in storage bags.

Protein measurements for each bag should be 4-5 oz., and carbs should be 6-8 oz.  Peanut butter, almond butter, pumpkin seeds, and most nuts are great sources of good fat. You should rotate between chicken, salmon, and tilapia as to not get bored. Make your meals fun and be creative.

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SKECHERS Goes the Extra Mile for our Kids!

October 7, 2011 by Leave a comment

SKECHERS invites the South Bay community to participate in the third annual SKECHERS Pier to Pier Friendship Walk on Sunday, October 30, 2011! The 3.4-mile walk will travel from the Manhattan Beach Pier in Manhattan Beach, California, to the Hermosa Beach Pier and back – and will raise important funds for South Bay education foundations and The Friendship Circle, a non-profit organization that assists children with special needs and their families through one-on-one peer mentoring and social recreational programming.

Individuals, families, team leaders and team members can register online for $25. Registration at the Manhattan Beach Pier on the day of the event is $30, and will be open from 8:00 am until 9:45 am. All registered walk participants will also receive a commemorative SKECHERS Pier to Pier Friendship Walk T-shirt and complimentary water and drinks will be provided along the walk route.

SKECHERS Pier to Pier Friendship Walk donation funds will directly benefit The Friendship Circle and the education foundations of Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, El Segundo, Palos Verdes, and Torrance.

Interested in registering for the walk or making a donation? Visit the official SKECHERS Pier to Pier Friendship Walk website and find out how you can join the effort!

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Walk in Barefoot Receive Free BOBS

October 6, 2011 by Leave a comment

BOBSTake off your shoes, Southern California!  Join us in celebrating the Grand Opening of SKECHERS’ new retail store at the Westfield West Covina Shopping Center.  SKECHERS will give away a free pair of BOBS to the first 100 people who walk into the store barefoot, and 50% off a pair of BOBS to the second set of 100. BOBS

For every pair of BOBS given away, or purchased, there will be another pair donated to a child in need. Get something for yourself while helping others. Win/Win!

SKECHERS’ new retail store at the Westfield West Covina Shopping Center will open at 10am on Friday, October 7, 2011.  Click here for directions to the new SKECHERS location at 358 Plaza Drive, West Covina, CA 91790.

Return the following weekend from October 14-16 and bring a friend for the buy one get one 50% off BOBS sale.

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