Because you know I’m all about that skirt,
‘Bout that skirt, no chafing
I’m all ’bout that skirt, ’bout that skirt, no chafing
I’m all ’bout that skirt, ’bout that skirt, no chafing
I’m all ’bout that skirt, ’bout that skirt
Yeah it’s pretty clear, I ain’t no size two
But I can race it like I’m supposed to do
‘Cause I got that skirt that always stays in place
All the right coverage for all the fun races
With apologies to Meghan Trainor – All About That Bass
I’m a skirt girl. It’s obvious from every race picture I’ve posted in the last few years. (To be honest I’m a Skirt Sports girl.) My buddy Amanda over at Miss Zippy is a shorts kind of girl. Both are great options and I love that we have the running clothes choices that we do now. So, Amanda and I are just doing some good natured evangelizing for our favorites. She’s shorts all the way, I won’t race in anything but skirts.
I started wearing Skirt Sports as an answer to my inability to find shorts that fit right. All the cute shorts were way too short for my {ahem} ample thighs. I either ended up with all the material up way too high or horrid chafe from even short races. The only shorts that worked for me were unflattering, so I ran with huge shirts over them. This was not an attractive look.
Then I found skirts! Flattering and chafe free! Even better, Skirt Sports has come out with more and more options and now I am surrounded by cute options. I could look cute and color coordinated and not start a fire with my thighs! Sold!
I may never be the fastest runner out there, but I feel confident and happy and feminine when I’m dressed in a skirt, so you’ll never catch me racing in shorts again.
[Tweet “It’s a #teamshorts vs. #teamskirt showdown via @misszippy1 and @mcmmama… “]
Either way–#teamshorts or #teamskirt, we all run #likeagirl, which is why Amanda and I would love for you ladies to join us on Instagram or in a blog post telling us which you prefer. Tag us, use the hashtags, and we’ll see who rules the day.
I am a Skirt Sports Ambassador because I absolutely adore their skirts.
((NOW IM SINGING THAT))
and you know me.
Im so so so team skirt 🙂
CARLA recently posted…What would Tami Taylor do?
Oh fun! I am all about that skirt too!
Christy @My Dirt Road Anthem recently posted…I nearly forgot to tell you!
#teamskirts of course! I love to show off my fashionable girly side while running. Fun post!
Deborah Brooks @ Confessions of a Mother Runner recently posted…A Day At The Salamander Resort-Middleburg, Va
You put up a good argument, and you look good doing it, too, but…I’ll stick to my shorts! And yes, I have that song stuck in my head now, too!
misszippy recently posted…#TeamShorts vs. #TeamSkirt
#teamskirts too!! I mean look at my blog title! haha!
Julie @ Running in a Skirt recently posted…Spinach Salad with Homemade Poppy Seed Dressing
I’ve only ever run in shorts BUT lately have been wanting to try skirts as there are so many cute options out there and I may not know what I’m missing 🙂
Leanne recently posted…Groundhog says early spring! Here’s to winter running in the meantime
Definitely #teamskirts Shorts ride up on me!
Sue @ This Mama Runs for Cupcakes recently posted…12 Characteristics of Long Distance Runners
I don’t know why, but I resisted for years before trying a running skirt. Then I fell in love and I’ll wear skirts or running capris when I run. I’ll wear shorts for biking and weight lifting but I keep buying more skirts.
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#teamskirts all the way.
I am team skirt all the way!! I race in skirts 95% of the time, sparkle skirts are my favorite!
Toni recently posted…Struggling with SAD
I’m definitely more of a shorts girl. But I do like my skirts!
Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home recently posted…Fetch!
team shorts here but there are only a select few i can wear (it’s how i found oiselle, actually – only shorts that really work for my thighs!). love this!
Courtney @ Eat Pray Run DC recently posted…Slow Cooker Beer Braised Pot Roast
Oh I HAVE to do a write up for this. I’m a total skirt girl. Absolutely no shorts. You might see me in a capri maybe 1 in 100 times, only because I didn’t do laundry. I only run in skirts 🙂
Smitha @ FauxRunner recently posted…Bike 101 Class
Totally have that song stuck in my head now. haha. I have to say, I’m a shorts girl, but I’ve never run in a running skirt so I can’t really compare.
Nicole @ Fitful Focus recently posted…4 Must Do Yoga Poses for Runners
Love that you used that song!!!
I always love all of your skirts. I like skirts occasionally but mostly just go with my Nike shorts.
Kim recently posted…Taking Action
I am a shorts gal!
Margo recently posted…Brooklyn Fit Chick “I Lived” 50-Minute Workout Playlist
I am neither of those. I am #TeamCapris The world is not ready to see my legs in shorts or skirts lol
Amy @ Mama Running for God recently posted…My Favorite Fitness App
When I first started running, I wore shorts. I didn’t know about skirts. The first time I wore one, I found them more comfortable. I never looked back. I no longer run or race in anything but skirts.
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I’ve never tried running skirts…I love shorts but I do deal with chafing sometimes, so maybe I should try a skirt or two this summer!
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Absolutely love the song! So Much fun! Thanks for sharing with us!
Aleasha recently posted…SACF Half Marathon Recap & Next Up!
I am a skirt girl all the way…i don’t always do training runs in them but when it comes to race time, my outfits revolve around which skirt I am going to wear 🙂
Heather @ Divas Run for Bling recently posted…Take a Break: 5 Health Benefits of Napping
I’ve been waivering. I LOVE me a cute running skirt but as I’ve gotten older, in better shape and more confident, I’ve been gravitating more toward the shorts. I’ve found that the shorts have been fitting me better than the skirts lately.
Stephanie (@FitMomTraining) recently posted…Winter Blues and Jr. Obstacle Courses
I’ve never run in a skirt but after reading this I might have to give one a go. All those advantages and they can look so cute.
Char recently posted…Stretching – A Contact Sport?
Depends on the run and the weather, but most of the time I’m #TeamCapris.
Becky recently posted…Random Tuesday Happenings
It is all about the capri’s LOL. I tried a sports skirt years ago and my hubby was like no LOL. Both look good in the pictures above. #wowlinkup
The Frugal Exerciser recently posted…My Naked Me Tea 14 Day Detox Review
Skirts rule! The shorts material rides up between the legs…ugh. The skirt material drapes nicely.
HoHo Runs recently posted…Weekend Update (Mickey Edition)
Ha ha love your song! I’m both really. Skirts are super cute but I wear shorts more often.
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#TeamShorts all day! 🙂
katie recently posted…Stella & Dot Giveaway
I have yet to find a pair of shorts for my…hmm shall we say athletic thighs 😉 I’m #teamskirts! And now I’ve got that song stuck in my head.
Michelle @ Running with Attitude recently posted…Snow-crazed
I lol’d at your lyrics at the beginning of the post because I always sing my own spoof of All About that Bass While running. “Because you know I’m all about that pace, ’bout that pace, no treadmill.” Haha!
I’m a shorts girl all the way, but I’ve seen a few skirts cute enough to make me a least want to give them a try. 🙂
Aimee recently posted…Perfection Is the Enemy of Progress
Oooh, will definitely have to join you on #teamskirt of course. You know I’m a Skirt Sports Addict! Love your remix of All about that bass btw 🙂
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I am team capris 😉 Although I toally understand #teamskirt vs #teamshorts … myuupper thighs do NOT like being photographed while running… so I am team capris 😉
Rachel recently posted…10 Simple Tips to Help Your Morning Routine
Yep! I need the rub protection all the way past the knees…but I did see a skirt with a Capri! Love the skirts at the races though…I feel like we are making racing feminine
Ashley @ twynmawrmom recently posted…Ski lessons #skifamily
#teamskirt for me! Once I found Sparkle Skirts, I don’t race in anything else!!
Hmm…#teamboth! Depends on how I’m feeling…the song rip off is to cute.
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Ahhh, this is making me want to train for a half marathon! I need to hurry up and have this baby already!!
Anyhoo, I found you through a fellow blogger, and just thought I would stop by and say hi! It would totally make my day if you did the same, or better yet, keep in touch! <3 – http://www.domesticgeekgirl.com
#teamshorts!! There are some really cute skirts out there, but I am a shorts girl! 🙂
Natalie recently posted…Yoga benefits + The Pros And Cons Of A Marathon Pace Group
#teamshorts here! Skirts are definitely cute though 🙂
Liz @ Loving to Tri recently posted…Positive Self Talk – How Do You Talk to Yourself?
LOVE LOVE LOVE your updated lyrics. I am totally with you #teamskirt. And only Skirt Sports!
I am definitely #teamshorts. I never understood why folks ran in skirts but given your explanation it makes perfect sense. BUT I remain a shorts runner. 🙂 #wowlinkup
Love this! It’s Skirts all about the skirts!
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