Welcome to the Sockwell blog, a space for inspiration and motivation to help you live your best life.
Spring 2019 Behind the Design
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Every creative person has their own process. Mine is very tactile. I walk city streets, talking to devoted customers and complete strangers; I attend trend seminars and visit museums and galleries; I consider what’s going on in the world and what’s in the hearts and minds of people; I take lots of pictures; I meditate.
How to Fuel Your Marathon Training
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Let me be clear, I am by no means Chattanooga’s fastest runner; so, if you are seeking a recipe to guarantee qualification in the Boston Marathon you will not find it here. Nor am I a licensed nutritionist—although I did consult with a nutritionist when writing this post.
Sockwell Book Club: Winter Reads
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The recent polar vortex was a not-so-friendly reminder that winter weekends are best spent indoors, cozied up by the fire with a great book and a pair of merino wool socks. Throw in a hot cup of tea or glass of bourbon and you have everything you need to fully relax.
5 Easy Tips for Personal Wellness at Work
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In simple terms, we need daily movement, nourishing food, social interaction, and restful sleep to be healthy. But who among us has all the resources—time, energy, money—following a full day of work to keep it all balanced?
Exploring Corsica’s Wild Side: Long Distance Hiking
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After hiking for sixteen days, covering 110 miles, summiting six peaks along the way, crossing wind swept ridges and experiencing breathtaking views, “Je l’ai fait!” I did it! Written by Barbara Schwarz, 55, life-long adventurer and world traveler
Why You Need to Dive Feet First into 2019
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After nearly a decade of studying foot health and designing therapeutic socks, I’ve learned that a healthier you starts in your feet. Because when your feet feel good, you feel better, from the inside out. Written by Mercedes Marchand, VP of Design at Sockwell
