Monthly Archives: April 2016

What’s the Red Shoe Movement?

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I first found out about the Red Shoe Movement when I asked for permission to link back to a quote on their site.  I got  permission and met Mariela Dabba the Founder, CEO, Red Shoe Movement.

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Being a fashionista I got right on the get red shoes &  I posted to IG

tommorw is Tuesday & on Tuesday I wear red shoes because I believe in @theofficialredshoemovement 

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What I haven’t gotten to yet is writing for their blog about why it’s important to follow your passion.  Which I will because I do believe in the power of following your passion.  That I have a blog, that I help people learn to skate, that I get to review fashion, that I’m taking videos for a documentary – all miracles that happened because I followed my passion and because other people – many of whom are women encouraged me.  The blog exists because people take the time to share their pictures/stories/encouragement – positive energy/action leads to more of the same!

I encourage everyone to read the Red Shoe Movement Principles.  And stay on me about where that blog post is.  We are all stronger when we work together, encourage each other & yes hold each other accountable.

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Get Creative with Your Ramps

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Lisakindberg skates what she finds – literally she found a fridge laying around and decided to do something with it, lika a cheeky Lil ride on the wall I’m almost 30 and I still jump off stuff on a skateboard.  That smile on my face shows I need to do it more often.  My decision to go skateboarding today was in honor of you Gisa, RIP. photo Alex

You’re never to young or old to skateboard or start skateboarding.  I’m sorry for your loss Lisa and appreciate you sharing how skateboarding makes you happy.

BTW – Lisa is Swedish currently based in Lennox Head/Byron Bay, Australia – stylish girls skateboard around the world.

Do Girls Skateboard in Costa Rica?

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Sylvia_mena24 shows us that girls tear through asphalt in Costa Rica.  This photo is on ojoompucks page.  Always love to see stylish girls skateboarding and getting love from companies & organizations.

Sylvia is happy to share her love of skateboarding – she’s a LGC Costa Rica Ambassador.   The future of skateboarding is brighter because of Sylvia’s style.

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Remember to check Sylvia out on YouTube & IG

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Grand Opening Academy Skate Park in Vista Ca

I’m lucky enough to be a student and friend to pro skateboarder Neal Mims.  I was at the Grand Opening of his new skatepark – Academy Skatepark on April 2, 2016.

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Even though I was working – I had fun.  There’s something for everyone.

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As part of the Grand Opening – Sambazon Cafe & Bull Taco were also there.

The park is now open daily – I’d love if you shared your pictures & stories with the blog.  I’ll keep you posted on upcoming events – I had so much fun last Thursday at the Free Skate Clinics – the future is very bright – thanks Neal Mims for spreading #yesyoucan. Screen shot 2016-04-03 at 11.24.05 AM

 

Skateboarding the Fun Exercise

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Skateboarding is sport and art plus fun exercise.  Marcelachicolli shares this video.   It’s just one of her rad pictures that show #girlscanskate – skateboarding is one of the most fun exercises out there.  Don’t believe it’s exercise – than you haven’t skated – it’s an incredible core workout plus aerobics.  Think of it as rolling yoga on caffeine!

And after just helping at Academy Skate Park I can assure you helping is a workout – running with the skateboard ?

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