Thrive
- to make steady progress; prosper
- to grow vigorously; flourish
Thriv Natural Performance has generously offered to give a Thriv t-shirt to one Crunches for Cupcakes reader, male or female.
More about thriv:
- Thriv just launched their online store!
- Yoga, running, and tennis styles are being added in the next few weeks. More styles and sizes will come in the fall.
- Feedback? Email thriv1st@thrivnp.com
- flex-fiv: thriv’s patented technology that transforms bamboo and cotton to deliver 5 benefits: wicking, comfort, SPF, anti-odor, and breathability
- I’ve worn a thriv t-shirt and after several workouts, the shirt still looks and smells great!
*To Enter: Leave a comment on this post and share how you’re trying to grow as a person. Are you thriving?*
Like my favorite quote from 13 Going on 30, “Thirty and flirty and THRIVING!”
Male readers can win this nice workout t-shirt.
And female readers have the chance to win this pretty piece of workout gear. 
The deadline for this giveaway is Sunday, May 2nd. I will be picking a winner on Sunday afternoon, after I finish running my 2nd Half Marathon.
I’m hoping to make steady progress with my running. I ran my 1st Half Marathon in 2:05 and my goal is to finish the 2nd one in under 2 hours. I’m nervous so send good vibes my way! When I announce the winner on Sunday afternoon, I’ll let you know if I was successful!
“Thirty and flirty and THRIVING.” (only kidding for now, I’m 26 years old.) 
COMMENTS
38 Comments
1. Skinny Sushi
April 27th, 2010 10:52 AM
First of all, you are AMAZING for doing a half marathon (again) and I can’t wait to get there. Right now it’s a huge thing for me to be registering for a 5K in September…
Secondly, I LOVE the Thriv stuff I have now and I’d love to add to the collection! I’m trying to grow as a person, to thrive, by getting and staying as healthy as possible, and by participating in Fitarella’s What-If challenge! (http://skinnysushi.com/2010/04/22/what-if/)
2. wishful nals
April 27th, 2010 10:57 AM
so cute! i love giveaways
xo!
3. *Andrea*
April 27th, 2010 11:00 AM
fun giveaway! i’m trying to become a more mindful person- with eating, exercise, friendships etc. i started an 8-wk mindfulness meditation/yoga class and am loving it so far
4. Mary
April 27th, 2010 11:05 AM
I am trying to be as healthy as possible and do everything which help to stay strong, powerful and happy
Also I am looking for doing things, which I used to scare to do before 
5. Paige
April 27th, 2010 11:15 AM
I’m making an effort to make a workout schedule each week and stick to it! Too many days, I skip the strength training in favor of solely cardio.
Just found your blog recently and it’s great! Good luck on your new ventures (whatever they may be).
6. Jenna Z
April 27th, 2010 11:17 AM
WOW, best of luck on your 1/2! I’m not yet up to a 1/2 but I’m running the 5K that is run in conjunction with the Illinois marathon this weekend. My goal is sub-30 minutes. I’ll root for you if you root for me!
7. Jessica Cavanagh
April 27th, 2010 11:22 AM
i’m mustering up the courage to start competing in some local races. i know i’m physically prepared…now i’m just working on getting myself mentally ready!
8. Maggie
April 27th, 2010 11:49 AM
I own one of these shirts and I LOVE it. Would be fantastic to have another. I’m thriving by trying to be a more zen person.
Good luck with the 2nd half!
9. Stephany
April 27th, 2010 11:59 AM
I need some cute workout shirts!
How am I growing as a person? I think setting little challenges for myself and completing them. And the fact that I made it through another crazy semester of school and managed to surprise myself with how well I did. And that I’m beginning to see myself as a healthy person…not just a fat girl trying to think skinny.
10. Melinda
April 27th, 2010 12:15 PM
I am working on a second Master’s degree outside of my usual science background and this degree is in human relations which is helping me to grow as a person and be able to help others.
11. kate
April 27th, 2010 01:34 PM
I think Im thriving in the area of self-love!
12. Bianca @ Confessions of a Chocoholic
April 27th, 2010 01:40 PM
Good luck with the half marathon!!
To grow as a person, I’m trying to be more GRATEFUL – to focus on the things I have, and not on the things I don’t have.
13. Kelly @ Healthy Living With Kelly
April 27th, 2010 02:13 PM
What a GREAT give-a-way! Honestly, I am trying to be less selfish. I can get into the ruts where it is all about me and that hinders me (and anyone around me) from thriving…so that has been a goal of mine and I feel like I am truly working on it!
14. Kelly
April 27th, 2010 02:38 PM
You are going to be AWESOME in the half marathon I know it.
I do think I’m thriving- I feel like I know myself so much better than I did when I was younger and I am about to challenge and push myself every day whether it be at work, at the gym or in my personal relationships. I think the mid twenties are an awesome time- not at 30 yet though
15. joy
April 27th, 2010 03:07 PM
I am thriving by walking my dog and spending time with him!
16. Meghan
April 27th, 2010 03:14 PM
I’m turning 30 this year, just had my 2nd child 8 months ago, and am feeling better than ever. I am striving for good health through a balanced lifestyle. I’m going to run my first race, a 5 km run the end of May!! I have also started a zumba class and am enjoying preparing healthy, basic, un-processed foods. I feel better than I did in my early twenties, as I feel that I am really getting comfortable in my own skin ( even tho it is a little bit lumpier after 2 babies
)
Best of luck to you at your 1/2 marathon!
17. Heather
April 27th, 2010 03:52 PM
Training for my second half marathon while balancing going back to school and a crazy full time job – I’m doing my best to survive (and thrive)!
18. Tina
April 27th, 2010 03:54 PM
Haha! Love that movie and that quote. And how awesome that your 2nd half is almost here. I just know you will accomplish your goals with it. But I will still be sure to send positive vibes your way.
And how am I thriving and growing? I think having to be patient with our trying to conceive experience has helped me grow a lot. I have had to have more faith and it also has taught me so many lessons about myself.
19. Becky
April 27th, 2010 04:17 PM
Fun giveaway! Heard great things about these shirts
I am prepared to run my first half-marathon on Sunday. I’m so passionate about running and can’t wait to take on a full marathon in the fall! I’m trying really hard to keep my priorities in check and live a happy life 
20. Lori K.
April 27th, 2010 07:17 PM
I signed up for my first 5k. So far I am on week 6 of the Couch to 5k. I’m trucking along nicely.
21. Carol
April 27th, 2010 07:18 PM
I am striving to complete my first half marathon on Sunday, and hopefully I will thrive during the race.Good luck on finishing your half in under 2 hours!!
22. Lisa
April 27th, 2010 07:27 PM
I’m trying to consume less animal products.
23. Jenna
April 27th, 2010 07:37 PM
I’m trying to grow by taking care of my health..and having a more positive outlook on life…but the first is wayyy easier than the second!
24. Sara Renee @ Running In Pink Project
April 27th, 2010 07:44 PM
Ha! I actually AM 30, Flirty, and Thriving this year! (just turned 30).
How am I thriving? I decided not to spend my 30′s the same way I spent the last part of my 20′s. So I am starting to learn the right way to treat my body (with food/working out. It’s not always easy but so far so good. 
Good Luck with the 1/2. I would LOVE to finish one in 2 hours but right now I am just lucky to finish period!
25. Brooke
April 27th, 2010 08:18 PM
I am thriving by going back to school at the age of almost 30. Working on my Eating Disorder recovery and being the best Mom I can to my little kiddo.
26. Lindsay
April 27th, 2010 09:12 PM
I am growing to accept my body the way and weigh it is. I have in the past struggled with an eating disorder and have had to restore weight a few times, but i am doing my best to accept my healthy weight and thrive as the person i am today!!
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April 27th, 2010 09:34 PM
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28. Danielle
April 28th, 2010 07:10 AM
I’m in graduate school – pursuing my career dreams! Thanks for the giveaway!
29. Johnna Jackson
April 28th, 2010 10:48 AM
I am thriving by making wonderful changes to my life. After 20 years of being a vegetarian I have gone vegan recently. In addition, I have completely ramped up my work-outs – running more frequently, longer and faster – with an ultimate goal of participating in a 1/2 marathon sometime this year! I have also decided to forgo putting anything in my body that has ingredients I can’t pronounce!
Your blog, among others, has truly inspired me to reach for goals that I previously thought were unattainable. Just because I have hit the big 4-0 (plus 1, ha ha) doesn’t mean I can’t continue to be young, active, fit and the best ME I can be!
Thanks for the giveaway!
Johnna
30. ashleigh
April 28th, 2010 12:12 PM
I’m thriving by becoming a more positive person in all aspects of my life!
31. Kim
April 28th, 2010 07:06 PM
Great blog…will cross my fingers for your under 2 on Sunday.
I am trying to decrease my work hours and increase my fun hours. Hopefully I will get to that point in 2010.
32. Mike
April 28th, 2010 07:08 PM
Great blog. I am trying to eat less and healthy and walk more.
Good luck on your 1/2 marathon.
33. Natasha
April 28th, 2010 07:12 PM
I probably will never do a half marathon but you go girl.
I am trying to walk more and eat healthier.
34. Ami
April 29th, 2010 07:15 AM
I’m learning to thrive by listening to my body and giving it what it needs!
35. Allie
April 29th, 2010 03:25 PM
Those shirts look awesome. I’m a big believer in constantly learning – I love taking courses through the school I work at – I also am thriving by making exercise a priority in my life over the past year or two.
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38. Clarice Brazas
May 2nd, 2010 10:51 AM
I ran a 5k today. Before January 1st, I had never run in a race, and more importantly, I didn’t think I could. Today I finished my third race. I actually felt good at the end. That is how I’m thriving.