Archive for January, 2010
Giveaway-2010 New Balance Cross Trainers-CLOSED
CLOSED~Winner-Katherine What girl does not need another pair of shoes! Well, you came to the right place for your chance to WIN a pair of New Balance Cross trainers that are NEW for 2010! Yippeee..a very lucky GGS girl got the honor of ROCKING out her very own New Balance shoes..see what she says here! HOW TO ENTER: This [...]
And now I AM fleeing the country…
My last few hours before heading off to Rancho La Puerta in Mexico. I can’t wait! After being sick all this week, coupled with sick kids and trying to pack all the things I’ve needed to get done in a few short days, well, let’s just say it is time to recharge. I booked my [...]
Turkey and Bean Chili-5 points weight watcher recipe
I cannot wait for Spring much longer. I need some hot chili to cheer me up as this the ultimtate comfort food for me. I found this yummy recipe at Real Simple. Instead of sour cream, I add some grated Allegro Probio Lite Cheese that was sent to the GGS girls to review. It hit [...]
Before I flee the country…my 21 day challenge update 3
Here’s my third update on how my 21 day pH challenge is going! If you aren’t sure what I’ve been doing, you can read my first post here and my second post here. Here’s a quick recap: Genuine Health asked me to take a 21 day challenge of taking Greens+ Extra Energy and tracking my [...]
Friday fun fitness video: martial arts tryout bloopers
A little fun blooper video from the martial arts world. I note that there are no women shown….dare I suggest we would never be this silly…? Or is that too presumptive?
Interview: Pura Vida Adventures founder Tierza Davis
At some point most of us have wanted to quit a job in the ‘rat race’, pack up our lives and move to an exotic destination. Tierza Davis is one of the rare few to actually follow her dream and do it. In 2003 Tierza gave up a career in internet advertising to move to [...]
13 tips on Finding the Right Personal Trainer for YOU!
Finding a trainer is not an easy task. Every personal trainer is different and you need to do some research to find the best possible match. I have been personal training for several years now and been through some rough client-trainer relationships and some great ones as well. Believe it or not, having a personal trainer is [...]
Review: Garmin FR60 Sport Watch
I’ve been a runner for five years now and ever since I started, I’ve had a Garmin watch. My first watch – which I still have and occasionally use – was the Garmin Forerunner 301. It’s big, clunky and every time I look at it, I’m tempted to ask it to ‘Beam me up, Scotty’. [...]
A Beginner’s Guide to Weight Training
The process of starting to weight train is somewhat difficult. Many questions like “Which machines should I use?” and “How much weight or how many repetitions?” can seem overwhelming. 1. The first thing you need to do is figure out your limitations. Fully understand the injuries that you have or have had in the past that [...]
It’s official, I’m an “alky”….or am I? 21 day pH challenge update
Continuing on my Genuine Health 21 day pH Challenge….I’ve been taking my greens+ extra energy every morning, I’ve been eating much better and I’ve been measuring my pH level three times a day. And guess what?! I hit my alkaline target. I’m an alky! Or am I….? It’s been going well. Up till now. But [...]
Giveaway-Ultimate Fitness Package from Becky-CLOSED
CLOSED-Eat, Exercise and Be Happy” that is what life is all about according to Becky Wenner, owner and founder of Becky’s Fitness Company. It is her mission to teach women the truth about food and exercise, and empower them to make the necessary changes that will lead to a healthier life for themselves and their [...]
Review-Coromega Omega3 Squeeze
I had the opportunity to try out Coromega Omega3 squeeze, which is flavored Omega3 gels. We were sent lemon, orange and orange-chocolate flavors. We all know how we should be getting more Omega3 into our diet for our health and how hard it is to get it, especially children. So I was very excited about this easy [...]
Giveaway-Last week of Run U Mother
CLOSED Run U Mother and Girl Get Strong New Year’s Resolution Give Away ~Week Three Thank you for all of your great entries about your resolution for week one and two. Don’t stop now! Week two winner is: Blanche V. hi! i’m am a girl getting strong(er). I am a single mother recovering from breast [...]
Run, Ride, Inspire…and two ways to help
I’ve written about the inspiring and amazingly dedicated ultra-marathoner Sarah Stanley (pictured on the right) a few times here on Girlgetstrong.com and I’m really excited to share her latest project with you. It’s called Run, Ride, Inspire and Sarah’s doing just that: Sarah’s 2010 project will incorporate 50 mile run/ride events in all 50 states, [...]
Olympic torch relay photos to Jan 23
This week the torch finally made it back to B.C., with a good hangover from the huge bash thrown in Calgary, Alberta. Calgary was the site of the last Canadian Olympic games, so they know how to celebrate in Olympic proportions. Here in B.C., the flame was welcomed in the Kootenays and is making its [...]
Another super food you should be eating but probably aren’t
Remeber that catchy jingle for the Chia Pets? Ch-ch-ch-Chia…Well, now the professionals are telling us to eat them?! If I ate my Chia pet when I was growing up, I would have got my bottom spanked and sent to my room. Not anymore, Chia seeds are to eat. I trust Dr. Oz, originally from the Oprah show, [...]
