Running shoes definitely provide the advantage of being lighter, but I have a few concerns about wearing them for tennis. They lack the added lateral support found in tennis shoes, and the added cushioning in the sole puts the foot higher off the ground. I think both of these factors increase the risk of rolling an ankle. Some tennis shoes are lighter than others, though. I’ll let you know if I find a good pair.

Yes, tennis definitely puts a beating on the feet. Now that I’m used to wearing Nike Frees, my tennis shoes seem really bulky. A necessary evil for all of that pounding I suppose, but I’d still like to find a tennis shoe that’s a bit more stripped down.

Sugar in The Raw comes from sugar cane like most table sugar. The primary difference is that it’s slightly less refined. While this might make it slightly more flavorful and add a slight amount of nutritional value, it’s still sugar, and I don’t think these benefits justify eating any more of it.

Right on their website it says “Sugar In The Raw is metabolized in the body in the same manner as regular sugar. Accordingly, it is not recommended to individuals who must restrict their sugar consumption such as diabetics.”

For those who might not know, Sugar in The Raw is a name brand.