Back in the Saddle

Not talking about horseback riding, but referring to my fitness routine. Yikes.. why does life get so flipping busy that the most important thing in our lives get put on hold. You know what I am talking about.. our fitness!!

So, have had alot of stress lately, my plate of life is so full things are spilling off it as I carry it to the table. I am sure most of you out there can relate. Right ?

So, as you have read on my blog lately I set up a community for others to help them with their fitness goals. In doing this, I am helping myself because if I am cracking the whip for others it makes me accountable for myself. (that is the plan)

I have a bad habit of sitting my ass in my computer chair first thing in the morning and then sitting there alllllll day! Not good! No more! Blogging will be second to my fitness, and my fitness community.

So, today I did one thing I really hate...took pictures!! EWWWW! I am hoping all who belong to my fitness community will do the same, as it really makes one think before shoving that doughnut in their face (like I did this morning) (((bad bad me)))
Yeah.. I woke up crabby, tired, lots on my mind and before I realized it I had eaten 3 cake donuts. (small ones)... but Dammit ~ they taste good!
So, then I ran on the treadmill for 20 min, and did a kick ass Turbo Jam ~ ab jam workout. Now,... I feel great and am ready for action!
Till tomorrow.. when I will wake up crabby again.. LOL! But.. I ate all the doughnuts so can't do that again.. so I decided.. today is day 1. Let's get the party started, as Pink would say.

Here are my (terrible) pictures holding me accountable for everything I do!





Ack.. I hate my butt!! (and belly) More squats and crunches!!

Ok.. Who's next?

online coupons @ SALE.com

I am so excited about this site I came across and just had to share it with my peeps :) Are you ready to go shopping

The site is called Sale.com and is full of .. SALES!! (whoda thunk it) hehe

With the Holidays upon us we all can use ways to save money while filling our house with Holiday cheer, gifts for under the tree, presents shipped out to loved ones, etc.

Take a look at this site!

Can you answer these questions ~ They are ones that are in my mind daily.

How has the economic downturn affected you or someone you know?

Is saving money now more important to you than ever before?

How are you cutting costs?

Do you use online coupons or coupon codes?
For what types of purchases?

What if there was a site with all the coupons you could ever need?

I know I love to shop, and love it even more when I find great deals, sales, coupons, freebies, bargains and more. This site is now bookmarked and will be visited daily..cuz I love being the frugal wife ~ (hubby likes it too)
I am just in love... the more I look.. the more I am jotting down sales I just have to take advantage of.

So, what did you find you are using at Sale.com? Comment and let me know.

[me]&goji

Start the Holiday Season off on the right foot by eating healthy. There is so much bad in the foods we stuff in our faces these days that it is refreshing to see a company like this come along. A short time ago I was contacted by [me]&goji to do a review on their cereal. Well I did, blogged about it, and how much I love it and am hooked!! I was contacted again and they would now like to give a Living Smart Girl reader a $25.00 Gift Certificate. SWEET!! It is an early Christmas Gift for someone.

Take a look at this press release. You can now have your picture on the tube. That Rocks!! I have always wanted to look at my own face while eating cereal instead of some stupid cartoon :) hehe. Or my family, or pets.



At [me]&goji you decide what you want in your cereal mix, and that is exactly what you get. No little fillers or extra crap. It is all WHAT YOU WANT! I love the site, and how simple it is to order my custom blend. You start by adding a base, then fruit, nuts, seeds and more. Then you name your cereal, and now you can have a picture added to the tube. Simple!
They also offer a gluten-free option.

Do you want to win the $25.00 Gift Certificate? Here is how you can enter. Must do one of the two with ** by them.

**Follow [me]&goji on Twitter ~ AND mention what your favorite cereal would contain.

**Become a fan of [me]&goji on facebook
AND mention what your favorite cereal would contain.

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My Yoga To Go

The Only Complete Yoga Kit on the Market and the BEST Alternative to Yoga Books, DVD’s and Traditional Yoga Cards








The My Yoga 2 Go Practice System is the ONLY yoga product that contains an easy to follow system of organizing its seven sequences by color and yoga pose cards by number.
Your BEST Yoga in 3 Easy Steps!

o Step 1. Choose a sequence according to level of experience and time, identify its color.
o Step 2. Organize the cards by pose number and insert them in to the pockets of the tote.
o Step 3. Hang the tote on the wall.





The practice system includes;

* The Practice Deck of over 70 Yoga Posture Cards
* 7 different sequences
* A Multi-pocket display tote & Carrying Case

Dimensions:

Hanging: 21 ¼ in x 32 in
Folded: 10 ¾ in x 7 ½ in x 2 ½ in
Cards: 3 inches x 5 inches


I received this My Yoga to Go Kit to review and being the busy girl I am it took me a few days to even take it out of the box to play with. Well now.. I can't stop playing with it. I love all the cards, different yoga pose on each one. I love Yoga, and this is the BEST, by far, fun, exciting, and easy to use Yoga fitness system I have ever seen. This is a must for anyone whether you travel or not. I have it hanging in my room and just love how I can grab it if I want to do yoga in another part of my house and take it with me..easy!

My Yoga 2 Go offers great products for everyone who does yoga, or is thinking about trying yoga.

My Yoga 2 Go is giving one lucky reader of mine the same kit I received. You are for sure going to want to win this.. so here is how to enter.

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Winner will be chosen by Randon.org on Nov 22nd.

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Tight Curves

Tight Curves™ is a protein powder formulated especially for women! With a precise ratio of heart-healthy soy protein, PeptoPro®, which is very rich in small di- and tri-peptides for fast and total absorption by the body, and calcium for bone health and fat loss; To top it off, our special blend contains black cohosh and St. John's Wort for mood support. Tight Curves™ truly has broken the 'glass ceiling' of nutrition for women and delivers results like no other. Furthermore, Tight Curves™ contains soy protein. Soy is a special protein that meets the standards of the FDA. Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 25 grams of soy protein a day may reduce the risk of heart disease. Two scoops of Tight Curves™ provide 28 grams of high quality soy protein. Also, Tight Curves™ helps supports low-carb diets and contains PeptoPro® - muscle mass enhancing di- and tri-peptides. In addition, herbs such as black cohosh and St. John's Wort may improve mood in certain women.

Check out the website, and order the trial kit.

Shakti Mat

I just love my Yoga Journal magazines, and found this in it last night. I am for sure ordering myself one of these. Awww..... I can feel it already!

Shakti Mat

The Shakti Mat's 6000 acupressure points make it a very effective tool for releasing tension and inducing a state of deep relaxation. Shakti helps stimulate the release of large quantities of endorphins, the body's own hormones responsible for inducing an overall sense of calmness and well-being. These “feel-good” hormones help make us feel happy, relaxed and energized, and are often referred to as the body's own “natural pain relievers.” Regular use of the Shakti Mat may help increase your feelings of well-being and renewal, both physically and mentally.


ToeSox

I just came across these neat ToeSox in my latest Yoga Journal magazine...had to share them with you.

Our Yoga-Pilates toe socks with our patented non-slip grip are great yoga socks, pilates socks, dance socks and martial arts socks, or for any other barefoot activity. Our Sport - Sandal toe socks without the non-slip sole are the same sock - no grip. Great to wear in your athletic shoes or sandals. The five toe design promotes toe strength and flexibility by allowing independent movement of your toes.



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Join Living Smart Girls Fitness Challenge

Thought I would post this again and see who all is interested. I had alot of gals contact me, but got busy over the weekend so just finally got back to everyone. But, wanted to extend this out once again...so come on and join in everyone :)


First, I love fitness and work hard every day to find time for me, and my fitness. But, just like everyone else out there, things get in the way, I struggle, get depressed, upset with my own fitness level and achievements and all that jazz. So, I was thinking the other day... Hmmm.... since I don't live close to a gym, and don't have friends close by to work out with why not find friends online that are in my same shoes and see what happens. So, I think if I start off with a 30 Day Fitness Challenge I might find others like myself, make friends and we can all help each other stay motivated, & on track.

I have put this social network up for us all to meet, learn, grow and become healthy together. The first step in the 30 Day Fitness Challenge is to go and join. I will be posting daily on the site fitness tips, exercise routines, info on food, recipes, shopping, etc. So, head on over to http://livingsmartgirl.ning.com/ ~ and join asap. Fill out your profile, upload pics, make friends with each other and have fun.

I hope to help others get on the right track with their fitness as I hope you all help me and keep me on my goals. So, what do ya say? Are ya in? Come on.. what is the worst that could happen? You will make friends, get healthy, and maybe even lose some of that weight you have been obsessing about :)

See ya at Living Smart Girl's Ning :) (lets call it our LSG Club House)