Sponsor Spotlight: FitnessUWear #GetMoving2013

 

Style, meet Fitness.  I'm so glad that FitnessUWear has taken the time to introduce the two!  They have developed Banglz - wrist and ankle weights that are wearable in public.  They come in a variety of cute decorative sleeves so you can wear them with a variety of outfits!  Banglz come in 1/2 pound and 1 pound sets at an excellent price.  I have a set of wrist weights and a set of ankle weights.  I love them.  Some days I wear them around the house while doing normal tasks to give myself a little extra weight and push my body just a bit more than normal.  I definitely feel the difference in my body when I wear them!


FitnessUWear also has a line of stylish hair products, designed to be gentle on the hair.  They hold your hair in place without doing damage to it.  These are colorful fabrics made of stretchy spandex materials.  They are perfect for working out.  I use some almost every day!

 My favorite product made by FitnessUWear is their SimpleWear line.  These fantastic skirts, shirts, and dresses are so cute, they are incredibly comfortable, and they are fantastic for showing off your newly sculpted body! 


I recently had the opportunity to try out a SimpleSkirt myself.  I LOVE it.  I would love to have their whole line of clothing and wear them every day - yes, they really are that comfortable!  I got the "Funky" skirt.  I have to admit I was a little surprised when it first came, my computer monitor did not show off the colors accurately.  There is some bright green where I thought there would be yellow.  I assume that is a problem with my monitor.  I quickly found some tops to go with it and have worn it several times - even on a hot date with my husband (who adores the skirt).

FitnessUWear wants to help you show off your body as you get moving this winter.  They have offered to contribute a SimpleSkirt out of their current available stock to one of my readers!  I am super excited to share this prize with one of you!  The pattern chosen for the winner will depend on size needed and current stock availability.

Which skirt is your favorite?  Have you ever worn ankle or wrist weights to improve fitness?  What product do you love the most from FitnessUWear?

***Disclaimer: I have received a product or products free for the purpose of review.  All opinions are my own.***

Sponsor Spotlight: NeoCell Collagen Sport #GetMoving2013

Do you love to exercise?  Do you like to look healthy and beautiful?  Collagen Sport Ultimate Recovery Complex is a protein drink, made for athletes especially to help with recovery during a strenuous workout.  Some have even commented that they feel healthier, more vibrant, and have better skin when using it regularly! 

Collagen Sport comes in 2 flavors: Belgian Chocolate and French Vanilla.  It can be used with water, milk, coffee - pretty much any drink you want to add it to.  Collagen Sport can be used to give energy before a workout, or as a supplement in your morning shake! 

NeoCell claims that it tastes great and mixes easily.  I had the opportunity to try out the Belgian Chocolate.  I agree that it is easy to mix most of the time.  It tastes great too, in water.  I was not as fond of it with almond milk or coffee.  I have not seen a difference in my skin, but I can feel a difference in my body as I continue to exercise and train my muscles.  

NeoCell is offering Collagen Sport to one of my readers as part of the Get Moving blog event.  It certainly can help you get moving, and give your body what it needs to recover after you have worked it hard.

Are you interested in trying this protein drink?  It is free of gluten, sugar, lactose, artificial flavors, and synthetic ingredients.  That is a fantastic list.  It is a whey protein, so it does not fit with a strict vegan diet.

Leave a comment below, tell me which flavor you will choose if you win!

***Disclaimer: I have received a product or products free for the purpose of review.  All opinions are my own.***

Sponsor Spotlight: Active Accessories #GetMoving2013

I shared a couple weeks ago that we have started using a gym for exercise.  I love it.  I have been in a search for just the right "stuff" to take with me.  I needed to find one of my water bottles, because I don't like to use bottled water.  I wanted towel so I could use the showers.  A gym bag seems to be a must.  I had figured it out, mostly.

Gym ID, Combination Lock, Road ID, Hair Ties, Ear Buds, Cell Phone (or glucometer) - I love using this pouch when I go to the gym!

My biggest problems were related to the things I keep close to me when I am at the gym:  headphones, my glucometer, and a hair tie.  I was delighted to learn about the Active Accessories Pouch.  I was even more delighted when I learned the price is only $20 on Amazon (on sale for $15 at the moment).

I have tried this pouch a few times now and I love it.  I can use it with my glucometer or my smart phone.  It is sturdy, cute, and helps me keep my things together while I am exercising!  Thanks Active Accessories for a fantastic product!

Keys, Chap Stick, Hair accessories, Phone, & Money (there is even enough room for a tampon).  This pouch is fantastic for the high school girl in your life!

Active Accessories will be giving away a pouch as part of the Get Moving event from January 17-31.  Don't forget to enter to win our fantastic prize package.

You don't have to wait to buy though!  Get one on Amazon right now!  This pouch is perfect for exercise enthusiasts, teenage girls (it would fit nicely into backpacks), mamas, grandmas.  Really it's great for anyone!  Try it out for only $15 right now on Amazon!

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Thermometer, Antibiotic Ointment, Chap Stick, Hair Tie, Bendadryl, & Bandaids - this pouch is ready for a day out with my boys.  I have more than enough room to keep essential health supplies at hand without toting a large diaper bag.

** I have received a product free for the purposes of this review.  All opinions are my own.**

Mamavation, Sistahood, and Magic Dust

It's here!  December 31, 2012.  Tomorrow is the start of a new year.  We all know that this time of year we tend to get sentimental as we think over our past and hopeful as we look toward the future.  We like to make resolutions about what we plan to do to make our lives better in the coming year.  We start out great - and then... life happens.  Reality hits.  Change is not as easy as we were sure it would be this time. (again).

I sit in our newly rearranged "computer" room, looking at the mess on the floor, and thinking about the next year in my house.  There are a lot of things I want to happen, a lot of changes I want to make.  I know, however, that I don't have any magic fairy dust to instantly change my own behaviors.  I know it is a struggle to make real lasting changes in my own busy life.  I have 3 little boys, a full time job in the summer that I volunteer for the rest of the year - we are busy people.

For this reason I have decided that I want to join the "Sistahood" at Mamavation.  This is a group of bloggers that are ready to encourage and support each other as we reach toward the goals that we struggle for on our own.  I need help folks.  Change is hard.  The sistahood does not have magic fairy dust for me either - but they do offer regular help and encouragement.  I am looking forward to being part of this dynamic group in the near future!

Now: My resolutions for the year?
* Be more consistent in my daily schedule with the boys.  We have gotten our morning routine down pretty well, but there are a few things that we need to improve.
* Exercise at the gym at least 3 times a week.  We were doing very well until Thanksgiving - then after my miscarriage it was difficult to get back into the routine. 
* Organize, organize, organize.  I plan to share a bit about our steps toward organization in the home (and at work) in the coming months.
* Get back to good, healthy eating.  We have slipped and been eating some things that are not on our "good" list.  We will be returning to vegetarian - mostly vegan - eating on January 2.  Why the 2nd?  I have a family reunion tomorrow and want to be realistic.
* Enjoy some "me" time regularly, working on hobbies, getting in quiet time, refreshing myself so I can have better quality time with my family.

Do you have some goals in the new year?  I would love to hear about your goals and how you intend to reach them.  Please leave your comments in the space below!

One of my reasons for healthier living.

Stocking Stuffers for Exercise Enthusiasts

I just want to share a few products that I believe are excellent gifts for your favorite exercise fans.  They are moderately priced and small enough to fit into most stockings (or a nice package for another gift giving occasion.

The Active Accessories Pouch is available on Amazon for only $15!  It is the perfect size for an iphone, earbuds, a glucometer, anything you need for carrying with you to the gym.  I believe these would also be perfect for a teenage girl to slip into her bookbag with all of her essential IDs.  (I might even slip a small tampon into it for an emergency).  This pouch comes in 4 color choices and has received a 5 star rating by customers on Amazon!  Click the first link to like them on Facebook and tell them I said hello!

 

GeoPalz pedometers are a super cute way to stimulate activity in kids, and a stylish pedometer for adults.  They cost $25 on the GeoPalz website.  You can also buy a select few on Amazon.  Here is why I love them:  The GeoPalz website invites children to track their daily steps in order to earn points for prizes.  They also have games that are interactive and encourage children to keep moving.  What's more, they have a place for families to track their steps together!  We love GeoPalz and their fantastic assortment of styles and rewards!  Follow GeoPalz on Facebook.

 

Banglz make wrist and ankle weights with sleeves to dress them up!   Sleeves can be bought separately so you can change styles to match your workout clothes.  Prices vary depending on your choice of products.  The same company that makes Banglz sells lycra headbands and hair ties that don't damage your hair!  Check out their simple skirts too - they are incredibly comfortable and cute!

RoadID offers a variety of safety products for those who enjoy exercise.  My favorite product is the wrist ID.  I wear mine almost every day, especially when I am exercising at the gym.  I know that if there is a problem, emergency workers will be able to quickly access all of the information they need about me.  RoadID products vary in price depending on the product.  Take a look at their Facebook page as well!

 

Riley Children's Foundation  has t-shirts in their store online!  What a great stocking stuffer for only $10.50 (plus tax).  Ordering a Riley t-shirt not only gives your loved one a new shirt for working out, but also benefits children in need of hospital and specialist services.  We love Riley because 2 of our children benefit from their excellent quality services.  Learn more about Riley through their Facebook page.

Planet Fitness is a quickly growing gym franchise (in 47 states)!  Membership is extremely affordable.  Our local gym has 2 options $10 or $20 a month depending on which services you choose.  See if there is a Planet Fitness near your favorite exercise lover.  

This mission of Planet Fitness: We at Planet Fitness are here to provide a unique environment in which anyone – and we mean anyone – can be comfortable. A diverse, Judgement Free Zone® where a lasting, active lifestyle can be built. Our product is a tool, a means to an end; not a brand name or a mold-maker, but a tool that can be used by anyone. In the end, it’s all about you. As we evolve and educate ourselves, we will seek to perfect this safe, energetic environment, where everyone feels accepted and respected. We are not here to kiss your butt, only to kick it if that’s what you need. We need you, because face it, our planet wouldn’t be the same without you. You belong! 

Find them on Facebook as well.

Some other favorites

 Water Bottles, heart rate monitors, gym towels, yoga mats, hand weights, earbuds, ipod holders that strap to an arm, athletic shoes, and more!  

What are your favorite stocking stuffers?