Sunday, February 26, 2012

Two Belles Giveaway: HUGE Jay Robb Prize Pack- 3 Winners & Coupon Code!

Head on over to Two Belles Fitness for your chance to win a HUGE (delicious) Jay Robb prize pack!!!! There will be three winners and each pack contains:

Jay Robb Blender Bottle
Jay Robb Protein Bars Assortment
Jay Robb Protein Powders Assortment
All packaged in a really nice reusable shopping bag

The Belles are super super pleased to announce this fabulous Jay Robb giveaway! Jay Robb is an awesome company that offers: protein powders, protein bars, healthy living books, vitamins & minerals, stevia, fat burners, and specialty products. I LOVE their protein powders- Pina Colada is my favorite (though the Jay Robb strawberry is the BEST strawberry protein powder Ive tried and wait I also love the Tropical Dreamcicle YUMMMMM). And the Cashew Coconut Protein Bar is absolutely delicious- chewy, moist, and filling.
Jay Robb has also provided our readers with a generous 15% off purchase code: "F4ROU"


The winner of this giveaway is lucky enough to win these fabulous & yummy Jay Robb Protein Powders:
Pina Colada I mixed with chery yogurt & water for an afternoon smoothie
Tropical Dreamcicle I blended with some vanilla soy milk & a banana for breakfast
I used the Vanilla in my oatmeal
I mixed the Chocolate in a smoothie w/ some ice, banana, & iced coffee
I added strawberry yogurt to the Strawberry with water & ice for a filling smoothie
Jay Robb offers Whey Protein Powders (made from cows that are not given growth hormones- YAY!!!!!) in addition to Egg White Protein Powders and BOTH are included in our awesome prize pack!
The winner of this giveaway will have the pleasure of trying these Jay Robb Protein Bars:
Cashew Coconut
Peanut Butter
Fudge Brownie

All Jay Robb protein bars are moist, chewy, delicious, and filling!!!!! And Jay Robb protein bars are all natural.


Head on over to Jay Robb's website and pick yourself up some healthy DELICIOUS snacks! Want to win this AWESOME prize pack? 

Enter on Two Belles Fitness for your chance to win this HUGE Jay Robb prize pack!!!! There will be three winners! 


Entries will be accepted until 11:59 pm on 3/2/12 and the winners will be selected using random.org random number generator and announced on 3/4. Contest open to EVERYONE. Good luck!

I received a sample of this product to review. I was in no other way compensated for my honest review. All thoughts and ideas expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.  I can not be held responsible for shipping errors, postage errors, damage in transit, or undelivered prizes.

Saturday, February 25, 2012

RAVE: Running Divas- Fun, Inspirational Clothing for Active Women!

Every once and awhile The Belles come across a product that we can't wait to share with our readers. Today we are SUPER-EXCITED to introduce you to our latest GREAT find: Running Divas!

Running Divas is a clothing line designed specifically to inspire women to live fun, active, outdoor lifestyles. The line includes a vastselection of hip, fun, functional and casual wear for the mile-minded women. The active wear are cute and playful, complete with slogans and styles that celebrate running — a labor of love. Founded and created by Aeron Arlin Genet and Marc Genet, lifestyle runners, the clothing line embodies their love for running and the outdoors. They both grew up in the surf, skate and cowgirl culture of California. They began running in junior high and never stopped — competition is an integral part of who they are.
Running Divas offers a wide array of clothing with fun and playful sayings! With tops avaiable in various styles – short sleeve, long sleeve, tanks, sweat shirts, performance and - and bottoms that range from capris, yoga pants and sweat pants to running skirts, jogging shorts and skorts, you are bound to find something to fit your personal style. Running Divas apparel also has a slogan to fit your lifestyle, mood or personality. With sayings like, "girls gotta run" and "I knew there was something I  was supposed to do but went for a run instead" the clothing puts into words the feelings of a runner. Since they are created by an actual runner, that knows what it really means and what it is really like to be a lifestyle runner, the clothing line provides inspiration for the wearer. With slogans printed on the front and back, the Running Divas apparel makes a statement - whether you are coming or going.
Lindsey and I had the pleasure of taking several apparel pieces for a test run - pun intended ;) The quality of the clothing is fantastic. The tops are made of 100% cotton fine jersey; the tops and tanks offer a great fitted look and are super-comfy; the designs are fun and unique; the thermal tops are a 55/45 cotton-poly blend offering warmth and comfort. While we loved every single piece that we tried from running divas, our absolute favorite is the boy beater tank. The tank is fitted and shows off those guns we both worked so hard for ;)

For More Information about Running Divas, visit:
Running Divas Website
Running Divas on Facebook
Running Divas on Twitter


We received samples of these products to review. We were in no other way compensated for our honest reviews. All thoughts and ideas expressed are oury own. We are disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. We can not be held responsible for user errors in entering this contest, shipping errors, postage errors, damage in transit, or undelivered prizes.

Friday, February 24, 2012

GIVEAWAY: Natural House: Natural Household Cleaning Products


Introducing my new favorite NATURAL cleaning products company: Natural House. You all know how much I hate using CHEMICALS in my house - obviously we (us, our family members & pets) are inhaling and ingesting everything we use to clean our home- so it is very important to use natural chemical free products in my home and ones that really work- which is why Natural House  natural household cleaning products are my go-to cleaning products for the kitchen, home, & bath!!! Keep reading & enter below to win a 30 day supply of Natural House: FlushyTrashy, AND Sinky

Flushy: Toilet Bowl Cleaner and Septic Treatment

Flushy Probiotic Cleaning packet is a powerful toilet bowl cleaner + Drain and Septic Treatment in one. Our professional strength formula cuts through stains, hard water and calcium deposits in the bowl. Our probiotics continue to consume toilet paper and waste build up in the p-trap, drain and pipes, and maintains the health of your septic system.
We have very bad hard water here so our toilet bowls get funky fast- so I was and AM thrilled to have Flushy to naturally clean those nasty bowls easily without having to touch! Flushy is Cutting-Edge Probiotic Action, Convenient foaming water soluble pouch application, Naturally digests odors at their source leaving a fresh botanical scent, Removes stains, hard water rings, rust streaks leaving the water a clean, aqua blue color, Promotes healthy septic tank; breaks down waste, and 1 bag lasts and entire 30 DAYS!

Flushy Uses: Bowl freshener and sewer line maintenance in one convenient, easy to use, "flushy" foaming pouch, Use weekly for best results, Bowl stays cleaner longer with regular use! Keeping it odor free & ring free!

Great Flushy Beneftis: Keeps bowl fresh and promotes optimum line and septic function,  and Eco-Friendly, non-toxic, and biodegradable!!



Sinky: Disposal Scrubber and Drain Maintenance
Sinky Probiotic Cleaning packet breaks down grease and food scraps to help prevent clogs and slow drains. Used weekly, Sinky will scour your drain and disposal driving out odors at their source. Sinky is cutting-Edge Probiotic Action, Convenient foaming pouch application, Naturally digests odors at their source leaving a fresh botanical scent, Probiotics create a beneficial, odor eating ecosystem in your drain, Promotes healthy drain line; breaks down grease and food waste preventing clogs and slow drains, Keeps dangerous food borne pathogens out of your sink, and comes in a handy 30 DAY Supply package!


Uses we LOVE: Use in any "sinky" or garbage disposal system, Use weekly to promote optimal drain health!

Super Awesome Benefits: Scrubbing probiotics scours your drain and disposal clean driving out odors at their source, and of course Sinky is Eco-Friendly, non-toxic, biodegradable!!!


Trashy: Natural Trash Can Deodorizer and Scrubber

Trashy Probiotic Cleaning removes odors at their source. Use trashy in your indoor or outdoor trash cans to dissolve odors, grease and food scraps. DH & I were very excited about Trashy's cutting-Edge Probiotic Action, Convenient foaming application, Naturally digests odors at their source leaving a fresh botanical scent, Active ingredients keep odors from coming back, and one small bottle contains a 30 DAY Supply!
Uses: Use in any inside trash cans, Use for bigger odors in Outside garbage cans, Use in diaper pails, recycling containers, bathroom containers, and any "trashy," smelly container- our kitchen trash can gets funky from time to time so DH was so thrilled with the opportunity to review Trashy! He loves it and won't be going back to our normal cleaner. And I love that its natural. I refuse to use chemicals in our food prep room!
Benefits we LOVE: No touch formula, Drives out odor causing bacteria, Eco-Friendly, non-toxic, biodegradable!!!

Head on over & purchase Natural House products directly on the Natural House website:  Or you can purchase Natural House on AmazonThis is a nice option for those who use Amazon perks like "Free Super Saver Shipping" or "Amazon Prime." Enter to win your own 30 day supply here!



Mandatory Entry: Visit the Visit the Natural House website & tell us something you learned!

Optional Entries: After completing mandatory entry above

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~1 Entry: Enter any of my current giveaways (1 entry per giveaway)
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#win a 30 day supplies of 3 @NaturalHousePro products on @fitnessforus #giveaway http://lindseylu8.blogspot.com/2012/02/giveaway-natural-house-natural.html

Entries will be accepted until 11:59 pm on 3/9 and the winner will be selected using random.org random number generator and announced on  3/11/12. Contest open to US Residents! Good Luck!



I received a sample of this product to review. I was in no other way compensated for my honest review. All thoughts and ideas expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. I can not be held responsible for user errors in entering this contest, shipping errors, postage errors, damage in transit, or undelivered prizes.

Thursday, February 23, 2012

JB Bern's Cardio Karate Review: Cardio Plyo Intervals with Keli Roberts

Today's Review: Cardio Karate Cardio Plyometric Intervals 
Keli Roberts, 2011 ***** (4.5 of 5 stars)

Keli leads this 54 min cardio workout in a martial arts studio with 2 b/g exercisers. You will only need your UR for this workout. The exercises groups are separated by a horse stance series and then combined at the end for a full cardio karate workout. Nice Asian-esque music. 

Keli does a great job of adding plyometric drills to more deliberate karate poses/exercises, getting the heart rate up more so than the others I have tried. Exercises include: jacks w/ karate arms, horse stance series, punches & strikes, hitch kicks, move up w/ palm strikes & back w/ a punch, cross over body tosses, lunge & palm strike, cat w/ knee & ankle stomp, jump squats, stomp & upper cut, lunge hops & strike down, & skater hops and concludes with 14 min of core work and cooldown. Core work includes: plank, plank jacks, elevator planks, bridge series, & supine toe reaches.

I rate this an intermediate workout but you can easily modify up or down to suit your needs. I added weighted gloves & some more hops & got a good workout. Keli does a great job in this one and looks amazing! Her form & cuing are great & I like the addition of plyos after more slow & deliberate karate work. There is a countdown bar that has occasional tips & reminders along side it. Love the functional work and felt my core working throughout. I received this dvd to review.

For More Information:
Visit the Cardio Karate Website
View the Cardio Karate clips on YouTube
Like Cardio Karate on Facebook


Cakes: Got this order for the AZ centennial a few weeks ago. It was red velvet cake with cream cheese frosting & is covered in fondant. And Mardi Gras cupcakes- they are chocolate with buttercream and fondant beads & masks. The lighting is really bad in that pic, will keep that in mind for next time & take the pic elsewhere. 



Today's Tip:  The scale says nothing about your fitness level or body composition.The scale can't tell you how much of your body weight is muscle versus fat. "If someone is trying to improve their fitness, they should ignore the scale and pay more attention to objective measurement tools like body composition to track their progress," Dolgan says. While weighing yourself can be one way to track your progress, it shouldn't be the only way. And it certainly isn't worth obsessing over with daily weigh-ins. Don't forget, , losing pounds on the scale does not mean that you are more fit—it just means you are lighter, which doesn't mean much at all. Read more on Shape.


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Wednesday, February 22, 2012

My Exciting Nutrisystem Announcement!

I know you have all heard of Nutrisystem, afterall it has been around for over 40 years and has helped men & women shed millions of pounds!  Well I am super excited to have the opportunity to join the Nutrisystem community and start myself on a healthy journey the Nutrisystem way! And I'm super excited about the addition of the Nutrisystem Chef's Table Fresh Frozen meals to compliment my shelf stable Nutrisystem foods. AND when I order my food- I can customize it to exactly my tastes and change it next month when I know which foods I really LOVE. Or keep it simple and order a pre-made Nutrisystem package.


I have struggled with my weight my entire life and am ready to commit to Nutrisystem starting NOW! I received my Nutrisystem starter kit in the mail last night & it included everything I need to get going :) I was SO excited to see the box- I tore right in only to discover mouthwatering treats such as: chocolate frosted donuts, peanut butter & jelly bars, chicken fettuccine alfredo, red beans & rice, three cheese pasta with chicken and so much more!!! So many of these foods have been taboo for so long- I cant wait to dive right in! I LOVE that with Nutrisystem I get breakfast, AM snack, Lunch, PM snack, dinner, AND dessert!

I'm not going to lie- a HUGE HUGE incentive for me is that with Nutrisystem I don't have to cook! Cooking is a huge time commitment as is grocery shopping. With Nutrisystem you receive a delivery of shelf stable and fresh frozen foods and you simply add a bit of fresh produce (smart carbs) and power foods to your Nutrisystem foods for complete balanced and satisfying nutrition.


I love that I can eat the same thing as the rest of the family, DH is having lasagna- I grab my Nutrisystem lasagna and we are both having the same meal. I'm going to a pizza party next weekend- no worries, Im BYOP'ing (brining my own pizza!) I can enjoy a yummy Nutrisystem pizza and not feel left out of the fun.

I was excited to see that my starter kit came complete with a food journal that has spots for me to detail my Nutrisystem foods, my daily water intake, and my fresh produce add-ins. Grocery lists, add-on ideas, and more are included, seriously everything you need laid out in an easy to understand guide! And I have free access to an interactive, supporting, knowledgable online Nutrisystem community and a 24/7 phone number for any questions I may have, and a dining out guide.


Also included- a free Blender Bottle for their new protein shakes that are a breakfast add-on NOT a meal replacement. YAY So I get a yummy breakfast of my choice (french toast, pancakes, southern-style biscuits & gravy, etc) AND a yummy protein shake (vanilla, strawberry, chocolate, or coffee-woot love the coffee mmmmm). And a nice Nutrisystem water bottle to help keep me on track with my water consumption.

Nutrisystem is a LONG-TERM PLAN: It also comes with a ton of great info including maintenance. Nutrisystem products are available ala carte so WHEN I reach my goal with Nutrisystem I can pick and choose which Nutrisystem meals or snacks I need to keep me on track.

SO please join me and cheer me along in my Nutrisystem journey! I will be posting updates & such along the way. I am ready to COMMIT and ready to SUCCEED with Nutrisystem!!!! And dang- doesnt Janet Jackson look fabulous!!!!!

Want to lose weight and get healthy on Nutrisystem? Join today by calling   1-888-853-4689  or by visiting Nutrisystem online. 


For More Information:
Visit the Nutrisystem Website
Like Nutrisystem on Facebook
Follow @Nutrisystem on Twitter


I received a sample of this product to review. I was in no other way compensated for my honest review. All thoughts and ideas expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. 

Two Belles Giveaway: $20 off any $25 purchase a tGo Girl Sport!

Enter on Two Belles for your chance to win $20 off any $25 or more purchase for Go Girl Sport!!  Keep reading & enter below for your chance to win! AND Go Girl Sport was kind enough to offer all our readers 20% off your entire purchase using 20SHEGO at checkout!


The women of Go Girl Sport are avid runners, cyclists, swimmers, hikers, and equestrians. They are wives, friends, aunts, daughters, and nieces.They’re your neighbors and friends, and they hope you’ll run, jump, skip, hop and enjoy their clothing as much as we do. Go! And the Belles- do! We both had the opportunity to review the fabulous Go Girl Sport Toga Tank.



First, its super cute right! We love the fit, the fabric, the feel, and the quality is top notch. Also available in fuschia, purple, jade, & rose- there is something for everyone...or every day! Get a different color for different days! Now tha sounds like a plan. Love the front? Check out the back (you're going to love this!):

Built in air conditioning! The mesh back is quality fabric that can breathe! Super sturdy & the stitching is top notch. Love the look the mesh back creates, layer it with your favorite colored sports bra for a fun colorful look or wear a matching sports bra for a fun layered look. Show off your back muscles girls! This is the shirt for you. I am eyeing the jade and the rose- super cute and I have just the sports bras to layer with them! Stay cool and let your skin breathe! Its hot here, and even when its not- I get hot & sweaty during my workouts so the Go Girl Sport Toga Tank is my go to sports wear! Outdoor runs are begging you to wear this tank!

Another Go Girl Sport item we love is their super duper cute Tuxedo Skort. I love love love workout Skorts and this one tops my list. Love the design and also available in fuschia, jade, pink, and purple- pair it with your favorite sports top or coordinate exactly with a matching Go Girl Sport Toga Tank to create a fun & functional look!

Don't forget to check out all the fun & functional athletic clothing in the Go Girl Sport Style Shop.  Enter on Two Belles for your chance to win $20 off any $25 or more purchase for Go Girl Sport!


Entries will be accepted until 11:59 pm on  2/24/12 and the winner will be selected using random.org random number generator and annouced on  2/26/12. Contest open to US Residents (No PO Boxes)! Good Luck!

We received samples of these products to review. We were in no other way compensated for our honest reviews. All thoughts and ideas expressed are oury own. We are disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. We can not be held responsible for user errors in entering this contest, shipping errors, postage errors, damage in transit, or undelivered prizes.

Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Two Belles Giveaway: Michelle Dozois Peak 10 More Cardio Strength and More Cardio Interval Burn

Head on over to Two Belles Fitness & enter to win your very own copy of her newest workouts Peak 10 More Cardio Strength AND More Cardio Interval Burn! Read my review of Peak Ten More Cardio Interval Burn here and check out my review of Peak 10 More Cardio Strength below:


Review: Peak 10 More Cardio Strength
Michelle Dozois, 2011 ***** (5 of 5 stars)


This is a 57 min chaptered nonstop cardio & strength interval workout. Michelle works you through basecamp, ascent, climb, and finally you max out in the peak phase. The basecamp & ascent are strength moves & the climb & max are cardio. You will need dumbbells for this workout. Michelle works out w/ 6 b/g exercisers and modifications are shown.


There is no warmup in this but the 10 first block doesnt contain peaks. Exercises include: dip-clean & press, side lunge & row, hi knees, double jogs, burpee gorilla crawls, side plank hip drops, pushups, tri pushups, plyo lunge & bi curl, 180 squat touch downs, shuffle & seal jacks, side lunge & diagonal raise, KB swing & hop, side plank thrusts, plank & 1 arm fly, curtsy diagonal raise, dive bomb pushups, fast side to side tuck jumps, plank donkey kicks, side knee tuck jumps, and a cooldown.


I rate this an advanced workout! I was dripping with sweat by the end. Michelle moves nonstop from exercise to exercise and most of the strength work got or kept my heart rate up. Lots of great functional core work and lots of combo moves. Love the workout & the format. Michelle is an excellent lead, great cuing & form pointers. I received this dvd to review. 

Head on over to Two Belles Fitness & enter to win BOTH these fantastic dvds! 

Entries will be accepted until 11:59 pm on  2/24 and the winner will be selected using random.org random number generator and announced on 2/26. The winner will be selected using random.org random number generator. Contest open to US Residents!

I received a sample of this product to review. I was in no other way compensated for my honest review. All thoughts and ideas expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.  I can not be held responsible for shipping errors, postage errors, damage in transit, or undelivered prizes.

Two Belles Giveaway: Yin Yang Fusion AND 10 Pounds Down Better Body Blast!

Here is your chance to score two HOT dvds on Two Belles Fitness! We absolutely LOVE these workouts! Featuring Belles favorites Jessica Smith & Guillermo Gomez, these workouts provide tons of variety and options for everything you need to get in or keep in shape! Keep reading & enter below for your chance to win BOTH these sweat-inducing fitness dvds!

The Yin Yang Fusion Workout
Guillermo Gomez & Jessica Smith, 2011 ***** (5 of 5 stars)

This dvd offers five 15 minute workouts that you can select from the main menu or play all. The dvd is a fusion of martial arts, chi gong, yoga, sculpting & pilates. They workout together in one segment but individually in the other 4. The set is a cute open space with framed Japanese calligraphy in the background. You won't need any equipment and each segment includes a short w/u & c/d.

Segments include: Cardio Expansion & Contraction, Total Body Strength & Flexibility, Lower Body Rhythm & Balance, Core Power & Flow, & Relax Movement & Stillness. I rate these workouts intermediate but are appropriate for most all fitness levels. Both instructors do a fantastic job w/ form pointers & their cuing is spot on. Tons of variety & time options and so many unique and fun exercises! I really enjoyed all the segments & see myself using this dvd a lot

10 Pounds Down Better Body Blast
Jessica Smith, 2011 ***** (5 of 5 stars)

This dvd has three 20-23 minute workouts, Arms, Legs, and Abs. The segments can be played together or separately from the main menu. Jessica works out alone in a studio set and you will only need dumbbells. Jessica performs a base move and then adds on to amp up the intensity. This is a lighter weight, higher rep, moderately fast paced strength workout that will get & keep your heart rate up.

Arms: Jessica performs a base move and then adds some lower body movement to up the intensity and includes some cardio intervals to get the heart pumping. Legs: Jessica performs a base move and then adds to it to up the intensity and includes some cardio intervals to get the keep pumping. Abs: This is a nonstop core routine that includes some active core workouts to get your heart working a bit. My heart rate was up in the LB & UB  segments and the cardio intervals got it up even more. REALLY like this workout and know it will get a ton of use. As always, Jessicas cuing & form pointers are spot on! I received this dvd to review.

Want to win BOTH these awesome workouts? Enter on Two Belles Fitness!


Entries will be accepted until 11:59 pm on  2/3/12 and the winner will be selected using random.org random number generator and annouced on  2/5/12. Contest open to US Residents (No PO Boxes)! Good Luck!

We received samples of these products to review. We were in no other way compensated for our honest reviews. All thoughts and ideas expressed are oury own. We are disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. We can not be held responsible for user errors in entering this contest, shipping errors, postage errors, damage in transit, or undelivered prizes.

Monday, February 20, 2012

Collage Video Review: Cathe's NEW Low Impact Series: Athletic Training

Collage Video

This review comes from my favorite Fitness DVD distributor- Collage Video! As always, I am super excited to work with Collage Video! In addition to Cathe's new Low Impact Series: Athletic Training (review below) I received Cathe Freidrich's AfterBurn, also from her Low Impact Series. BOTH dvds are on SALE at Collage Video right now for only $21.99!! Thats a super bargain! And you know your Collage Video orders always come SUPER fast and their shipping is FREE on most items over $25.00 and cheap on anything else. For example, I just ordered a foam roller (yay!) from Collage Video and the shipping was only $2.99- way cheaper than anywhere else I looked! And my order came in just a few days. And Collage guarantees ALL of their dvds- even on ones you have opened! Thats customer service!






Today's Review: Low Impact Series: Athletic Training
Cathe Friedrich, 2011 ***** (5 of 5 stars)

This is a 56 minute dvd that offers plenty of premixes & is chaptered very well. Cathe works out with 4 exercisers in a nice open set. You will need a step, dumbbells, tubing, loop band, and gliding discs for this workout. Cathe takes you through a warump, a short step routine, and then strength work- much of which wil keep your heart rate up.

After a w/u exercises include: bench knee pulls, straddle & touch step, repeater knees, touch step -knee up, front swings, hip abduction off step &  arm swing, shoulder tap pushups, disc dips & bi curl, band & dumbbell curl, tri dips w/ 1 leg disc slides, lying tricep work, standing loop donkey kicks, deadlift variations, seated band delt fly, crunches, reverse crunches, plank knee drops & concludes with a c/d & stretch. 

I rate this is a high intermediate/ low advanced workout- it is simple choreo but nonstop heartpumping cardio and strength work. The first portion of the strength kept my heart pounding. This is a lighter/ medium poundage workout that moves at a fast pace but is not high rep.  I really love the low impact but high intensity & simple but not boring choreo- this is definitely a unique, fun & effective video. I look forward to more from this series! I received this video to review. 

For More Information:
Visit the Collage Video Website
Like Collage Video on Facebook
Sign up for the Collage Video Newsletter
Check out the Collage Video Facebook Sweepstakes

Cake Orders: Here are my Valentines cake orders I got this year. One was for X Box cupcakes (choco w/ raspberry mousse filling) and one was for conversation hearts (choco w/ buttercream). I did the anti-valentine conversation hearts last year- but these were the lovey dovey version. All handmade & edible decor




Today's Tip: Muscle weight vs fat weight
"A common comment when looking at the scale is that ‘muscle is heavier than fat,' which is misleading," Dolgan says. "A pound of fat weighs the same as a pound of muscle, however thevolume of muscle is denser than the volume of fat, and therefore heavier." When you start tochange your body composition with your workouts—by building more dense muscle mass and decreasing your body fat—your scale weight may increase, while your body fat percentage may decrease. These changes happen over weeks and months (not hours or days) so the scale is useless when tracking them, Dolgan says. Read more on Shape.

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Sunday, February 19, 2012

Rave & Review: Miss Oops Chicken Cutlets & Miss Oops Boob Tube


Miss Oops manufactures and markets a variety of beauty-saving, problem-solving products for women. The Miss Oops brand comprises of several patent-pending products, including a dry sponge that removes deodorant marks and a medical-grade adhesive that prevents pregnant women’s navels from showing through their garments. The mission of Miss Oops is to provide affordable solution-oriented products for all types of beauty dilemmas and avoidable fashion faux pas for women everywhere. Head on over to Miss Oops for all your beauty mishap needs!


Miss Oops offers the following product lines: 
and more!




Miss Oops Boob Tube:
Lindsey had the pleasure of reviewing the fantastic Miss Oops Boob Tube. The Boob Tube is a stylish and clever way to make your shirts more modest. It is just that a tube that goes around your boobs that creates a more modest look for some of the clothing that may be just a tad too low cut. I also love to use mine instead of a tank top- I dont need another layer of fabric across my midriff causing more bulk and in the summer its just too warm to wear a full tank top under a shirt. Boob Tubes come in a large variety of styles and colors: solidlace, and seasonal colors. Oh and the super cute seasonal colors are on sale for 80% off right now!!!! Head on over there & score on this super deal.

I LOVE my Boob Tube! I love taking "evening" attire and transforming it into something appropriate for the office. The Boob Tube is also wonderful for those super cute clothes that I had shyed away from wearing in the past because they were a tad too low cut for my tastes.

Miss Oops Chicken Cutlets:
The description on the Miss Oops site reads: “Feeling down?  Here’s something to perk you up….Chicken Cutlets by Miss Oops! ” While obviously this is a play on words about the “girls” drooping down and the chicken cutlets offering a “lift” up, for some, the lack of cleavage may actually have you feeling down and in need of a pick-me-up, at least that is the case with me. The Belles are avid exercisers. With intense exercise, one of the best side effects of is loss of body fat. Unfortunately, the breasts, which are primarily made up of fat, are often times the first place it falls off from. Add to that fourteen months of breastfeeding, and well, let’s just say that the girls are definitely feeling down and so am I. That’s why I was ecstatic (yes, ecstatic) to have the opportunity to review the chicken cutlets from Miss Oops. These silicone breast inserts are perfect to perk your girls up and add some cleavage without going under the knife. Miss Oops Chicken Cutlets offer just the right amount of softness and firmness giving you the look and feel of real cleavage. They are easy to use and are easily adjustable. When first inserted they take a bit to “warm up” and conform to your shape but then they almost magically adhere and stay in place so you can stay worry free all day long. The Chicken Cutlets will increase your bosom by 1 full cup size. Each pair comes in a plastic travel case.

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I received a sample of this product to review. I was in no other way compensated for my honest review. All thoughts and ideas expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.