Our Jockey® Classic Giveaway has officially come to an end.  Today, August 18, 2010, was the grand finale of it all!  Mo, our favorite PR guy, made his way down to Lake Forrest, Arkansas to award Brenda Fort with her 1964 ½ Classic Ford Mustang convertible prize!  Her entire family got to join in on the fun.  Check out the exclusive photos of the surprise:

Thanks to everyone for signing up, following along and joining on all the fun of the Jockey® Classic Road Trip!  It wouldn’t have been the same with out you.  Congratulations, Brenda, on your new classic ride!

Our Jockey® Classic Tank is a long-time customer favorite. The comfy cotton fabrication offers a form-flattering fit with the perfect amount of stretch. Plus, a large selection of colors and prints make our classic tank extremely versatile and great for layering or wearing solo.

Here are three ways that we love to wear this classic style:

1. Hit the gym. Pair one of the fun prints available in our classic tank collection with a pair of Jockey® activewear bottoms. Plus, layer the tank over a breathable and supportive sports bra for the perfect gym look.

2. Grab lunch with friends. Last-minute lunch date with the girls? No problem! Layer up two classic tanks (try accenting one of our feminine prints with a bold solid color) and match them with your favorite pair of jeans. A casual look with fashionable flair.

3. Kick back and relax. At the end of the day, we all need a little “me” time. Get comfy in a pretty classic lace tank and a pair of cozy pajama bottoms. The relaxed styling and feminine detail will have you feeling at ease and ready for a good night’s sleep.

Try any of our classic tank looks, and let us know what you think. Or, let us know if you have any other ways that you love to wear our classic tank!

Last weekend, I let go.

I let go of the diet, I let go of the working out, I let go of everything for a few days. And I jammed out.

For the fourth year in a row, my younger sister, our childhood friend and I went to a giant music festival known as Lollapalooza (go on, say it out loud, you know you want to!). It takes place in downtown Chicago for the entire weekend, and it’s become a tradition of ours. We come from our different corners of the world (okay–just Wisconsin, Pennsylvania & Ohio) and converge in the windy city for a literal whirlwind of music, food, laughs (and yes, beer!) all weekend long.

Although I’ve been watching what I eat, this year I decided my time at Lolla would be no different than years past. I didn’t want to attempt to count the calories in the festival food (did I really want to know?) nor in the several (plus some) beers that I consumed. As one of my wonderful commenters, sweetreislingplease, has told me a few times, it’s important to let go and enjoy the time you have with those around you—despite a diet or workout plan. So I drank my tall boy beers and ate my cheeseburger without feeling guilty, and I figured that walking around literally ALL day and dancing in big crowds to good music, all while sweating my butt off, constituted as exercise.

And, you know what? It was a glorious time. And I don’t even regret that ice cream cone that made me feel sick to my stomach after jumping around at Saturday night’s headliner show. No regrets because I had a blast. I didn’t worry about anything while I was there besides what band I would see next or where the nearest beer tent was or how not to step on the person’s foot next to me as I danced like a loon.

Last weekend reminded me that it’s important to just LET GO and live a little.

But, let’s not forget all that fabulous music I heard! What a way to relive the festival as I got my butt back into gear with a long bike ride on Monday night. Nothing helps a workout more than good music and now, I have plenty more of it now. So, why not share with you a selection of songs from my current running playlist…because everyone loves good music, right?

Warning: It’s completely random but here are some of my fave tunes…
Nothing Like You – Frightened Rabbit
Immigraniada (We Comin’ Rougher) – Gogol Bordello
Kids – MGMT
Hello Seattle (Remix) – Owl City
Say Hey (I Love You) – Michael Franti
Too Fake – Hockey
C’mon C’mon – The Von Bondies
Great DJ – The Ting Tings
Fans – Kings of Leon
The Avenue – The Greencards
I Can’t Get No Satisfaction – The Rolling Stones
Wolfgang’s 5th Symphony – Wolfgang Gartner
Beautiful Day – U2
Summerboy – Lady Gaga
A-Punk – Vampire Weekend
New Lipstick – Sleep Mountain
Little White Church – Little Big Town

So, those are what make me move it, move it.
What are some of your favorite songs to work out to? Please do tell—I love a good playlist & new tunes!

Fat Stats:
Starting weight: 166 pounds
Last week: 151.5 pounds
This week: 150.5 pounds
Goal weight: 145 pounds

Tra la la,
Amanda
@jockey_amanda

As I was listening to the radio this morning, I heard the DJ’s talking about the Wisconsin State Fair.  It took me back to my swine-showing days (pig tails, boots, overalls…the whole shebang).  I always LOVED the fair: the food, the animals and, of course, the people watching.  Everything about it was great …well, almost everything.  Fair-season also meant that school was just around the corner.  My days would no longer consist of sleeping in, heading to the beach and hanging out with friends.  It was back to the classroom, loads of homework, study sessions, and sports practices.

Once I got back into the school routine, I never minded getting up and going to class.  Plus, being social was my favorite daily subject (I always got an A+!)  There was always one really stressful part about going back to school, though—back to school shopping! Backpacks, folders, pencils, notebooks and, most importantly, new clothes!  If you’re anything like me, it would have been awesome to have a personal shopper; someone that could find all the best deals, latest trends and comfortable clothes.  Well, this school year, you’re in luck! Jockey® can help knock out some of that school supply checklist, check out our back-to-school checklist and you’re sure to be at the top of your class.

Ladies’ School Supplies:
1. First, get the tools you need to succeed everyday
Stock up on new socks, fashion hosiery, trendy tanks and your favorite underwear styles.

2. Then, get geared up for gym class
We’ll have you ready for any challenge (dodge ball, volleyball, running, weightlifting…you name it!) with supportive sports bras, move-with you activewear bottoms and trendy activewear tops

3. Lastly, schedule a recess
 After a long day of class (or maybe in your world laundry, grocery shopping and cleaning), take time for yourself!  Slip into any of our soft sleep bottoms, lightweight sleep tops or fashionable sleep shirts and chemises.  You’ll sleep sound and wake up ready to take on your day.

Guys’ School Supplies:
1. Start your day with the basics
Get your favorite t-shirt and underwear styles to have you feeling great and ready to take on any test.

2. Then, show the coach your head is in the game
Gear up with Jockey® sportswear so you can perform your best.  Breathable and moisture wicking fabrics will help you keep you cool (so you can be the star!). 

3. Finish your work in comfortable Jockey® style
Sometimes your day doesn’t end after the last bell rings.  While you’re doing your homework, kick-back with a relaxed t-shirt, a cozy pair of sleep pants or a lightweight pair of boxers.

Our back-to-school supply list isn’t too demanding, but it’ll sure put a hop in your step every day!