No one told me it was Friday the 13th, but that explains why I couldn’t find my keys this morning, why my computer keeps freezing, and why I haven’t really been able to invest in this season of Project Runway. Yep, I’m just going to blame it all on the date; Friday the 13th is ruining my life. I mean it’s clearly the reason I haven’t been to the gym in over a month. You thought I was just trying to switch it up by doing other kinds of Fridays every week; but actually I was distracting myself from the reality of my own fitness failure. Luckily, I now realize that it was Friday the 13th’s fault all along; and because I refuse to let Friday May 13th, 2011 get the best of me next year, I’m ready to get back on track now.

This week, I’ve come up with some tips to help you go back to the gym after any sort of sabbatical that was not your fault, at all.

-Go to the gym. Yeah I know this one seems a little obvious; but getting there is half the battle. For me it’s all the battle. Once you’re there, you win. Who says that flirting with the card-swiper doesn’t burn calories? It totally does.

-Bring a friend—but not that crazy, gym-bunny friend who makes you feel weak and slow (we hate that friend). Bring the one who keeps your mind off the fact that you’re on a never-ending set of stairs, the fact that you’re walking as fast as you can to stay in one place, and the fact that you’re missing Project Runway.

-Start slow. I get overzealous and waste my momentary motivation on a single, 10-mile run. Then I use that one run to justify pizza, bacon-wrapped hotdogs, and skipping the gym for another two weeks. Low expectations are the key to happiness. That doesn’t sound very optimistic, but in this case it’s true.

-Keep track. If you write down everything you do at the gym, you’ll end up doing more and have written proof that you’ve been trying—that’s if you are, in fact, trying. Otherwise it’s just a scribbled testament to your slacker status. I find that oddly inspiring, don’t you?

I’m really going to take my own advice and get back in the gym. Not today or anything, but soon and extra diligently.

Best of luck,

Richy T—if there are typo’s or bad grammer, blame Friday the 13th.

You got a few behind-the-scenes pics from the shoot on Monday, but I'm pretty sure you'd rather have Kim tell you exactly what went down!

Kyle reminded me this morning that “it’s finally Friday! =),” and I couldn’t be happier. Well I could be if he ditched the smiley face. Anyway: While Yazmin Rodriguez was relaxing by the pool, Kyle, Charlie, and I were working extra diligently to scan the Wall for a few of our favorite recent quotes. A lot of them had to do with yesterday’s FanPage promotion.

For example, Stephanie Danielle said, “Oh,” and she’s right; the timeline for the contest was way too short. Thanks, in part, to Stephanie’s comment, we’re extending the offer until midnight tonight! That’s midnight, Pacific Standard Time or “3:00 Eastern time!”—as Kearstin Mary August so clearly put it. That should give those of you who, like Amy Lamson Granato, “can’t log in from work” (everyone else does) the chance to take advantage of the discount, too.

This week, we surpassed 80-thousand Facebook fans. Kyle and I promise that—between the both of us—we read each and every comment posted to the FanPage. (Hold for applause)

Although we can’t quote exactly when, they tell us more Facebook exclusives are on their way.

Here are some honorable mentions from the Wall that I tried, but failed, to include in this week’s post.

“I use moleskin and it works wonders” – Ivie Imoisili

“My man truly likes his oatmeal lumpy” – Pink bang

“Happy almost Friday” – Kyle Chandler

Richy T. – remember the time I spelled it “Kristin Cavalleri?” Me either.

Featured Dazzlers left to right: Shabana in Roxy, Rosalinda in Mhairi, and Michelle in Natalia.

These showstoppers won kudos from our stylists, and Rosalinda won tickets to see Rihanna in Los Angeles! Shabana, we’re loving the burst of color that Roxy adds to your outfit. That dress is gorgeous on you! Michelle, we love your attention to detail; could that polish match your top any better? It really ties your look together. Congratulations, Rosalinda, on your winning style. You’re definitely ready to dazzle at the show tomorrow!

From now on, we’ll be selecting our Wrap Up stars right from the FanPage; so don’t forget to post pictures every time you ShoeDazzle. You could be featured next!

See: you thought I wouldn’t be able to come up with something to replace Fitness or Fashion. Today, however, is Front Row Friday, and it’s inspired by our current giveaway, the chance to see Rihanna and Ke$ha live at the Staples Center in L.A. on the 21st—from really awesome floor seats. Anyone who’s going to be in the Los Angeles area next week should visit our and enter the contest. All you have to do is post your idea of the perfect, concert-worthy outfit directly to the FaceBook wall.

The winner will be revealed on Monday; until then, here’s some general advice on how to dress to impress in the front row at any show.

Height. With everyone dancing and giving standing ovations, you might actually need the advantage of high heels to see the stage—unless you’re okay watching the show on the TV screens. That said, show a little compassion for the people behind you and avoid high hair—unless it looks so good from the back that they won’t mind.

Glitz. Don’t be afraid to overdose on glitter and sequins when it comes to your top. Shine and movement will reflect light from the stage so everyone can see what a good dancer you are—unless you blind them with your shimmer. In which case they won’t see much, but you’re still a good dancer.

Fit. While you’re dancing and dodging fainters, you’ll want to make sure that the performer is the only one giving the audience a show. You don’t want your dress riding up when you duck or dip it low in the crowd—unless the lead singer, the drummer, or the guitarist is really hot.

I can’t wait to read more of your suggestions on the FaceBook. Good luck and have a nice weekend!

Richy T.—unless I come up with a cooler stage name.