Archive for January, 2011
Athleta to Sponsor Iron Girl
For immediate release Athleta to Sponsor Iron Girl Active women’s apparel brand collaborates with the nation’s leading all-women’s event series to promote a healthy lifestyle January 26, 2011 (Tampa, Fla.) – Athleta, the Sonoma County based women’s sports and active apparel brand, has signed on as the new title sponsor for Iron Girl. With 13 [...]
Super Model Marisa Miller reveals her Workout Secrets
Marisa Miller is appearing on her eighth cover of Shape this February. She’s also a Victoria’s Secret model and has appeared in Sports Illustrated’s swimsuit issue. So how does Marisa stay looking swimsuit-season-ready? She’s a lifelong athlete who’s passionate about a sport that keeps her moving. Marisa played many sports in high school, and today, [...]
3 Unique Benefits of Going Meat-Free a Few Days per Week
Over the past month I’ve tried something new: vegetarianism. I’ve read much about a vegetarian diet, including how it can reduce your saturated fat intake (if you choose the right foods), help reduce your footprint on the Earth and help you increase how many fruits and vegetables you eat. Plus, I just wanted to see if [...]
There are no Excuses – Only Accompishments
Guest post from Esther~Fit Chick Style I am competitive. Even with myself, I am not one that likes to lose or be kept down for any reason. I have overcome many obstacles in my life and have come out better for it. CrossFit has been a series of physical challenges that I have had to [...]
Review: BottleWraps
Tired of your plain looking water bottle? What about when you leave yours behind and there is another 10 that look just the same? Well, BottleWrap.com has come to the resuce with super cute bottle skins that you can customize or you can choose one from their very extensive, creative gallery. They have two different sites [...]
Jot It Down: How to Keep a Food Log
Guest post by Britney Did you know that 75% of people who keep a food log see success toward their fitness goals? 75%, guys!! That means 75% lose weight, gain muscle, tone up…just look and feel awesome all together! I myself even keep a daily log. The reason I think this is such a success [...]
Thoughts on Weight Loss and Long Term Maintenance
This is a guest post from one of my favorite fitness blogs out there and a very loyal, super fit 52 year young, Jody! I also just so happen to LOVE this post! “Every mouthful contributes to the betterment of your fitness, health & physique.” “Whatever you eat, remember to ask yourself, “Will it [...]
Super Funny and Embarrassing Fitness Stories from our Readers…do you have one?
I recently asked GGS friends on Facebook to share their funny or embarrassing fitness moments in the comments. I wasn’t sure what kind of reaction I would get from that type of question but I just had to ask. Some were so funny that I have to share with all of the GGS readers. I will [...]
Enter to win The Pet Fit Challenge for a chance to win $1Mil
Alison Sweeney, host of The Biggest Loser, in making a New Year’s resolution to help pets lose weight by taking the Hill’s PetFit Challenge. To enter, visit http://www.petfit.com/index.html from January 1 through March 31 and submit a simple essay describing your pet’s weight loss for a chance to win $1,000,000. This effort is close to Alison’s heart as [...]
Sportcaster Erin Andrews Becomes the First Female Face of Reebok’s ZigTech Coleection
ESPN’s famed sports broadcaster, Good Morning America correspondent and Dancing With the Stars tenth season finalist Erin Andrews has become the first female featured in Reebok’s ZigTech campaign. Andrews’ TV, print and online campaign was shot in LA today and featured the sports sensation running and training in ZigTech footwear and apparel. The campaign will [...]
Why do you want to be Fit?
Guest Post~Fit Chick Style with Esther I am fortunate to be able to do what I love everyday for myself, for my job and for the benefit of others…CrossFit. My beautiful 7 year old daughter just asked me to make her a CrossFit schedule that she can follow every day then she proceeded to go [...]
Does Walmart make People gain Weight?
Check out this story…do you think it is true? When a Walmart superstore store opens, there is a rise in obesity in the area, according to research by two U.S. economists. They tracked health and population data between 1996 and 2005, a period in which 1,569 Walmart “super centres” opened across the U.S. Of Walmart’s [...]
Review:Nike Free XT Quick Shoes
As the weather is cold in most parts of North America, more people are still indoors to get their workout done. Including me. I was very happy when Nike sent me a pair of Nike Free XT Quick Fit+, training shoe that was designed for the cardio workouts, drills and weightlifting. Yipeee. All the workouts that I am [...]
Giveaway: PrAna Kaley Tunic Top-CLOSED
Who does not need new workout clothes to rock that body into Spring? Not just any work out clothes either, we are honored to be giving away PrAna Workout Gear. Yippeeeee……we love giving away stuff, especially from PrAna! We are giving away the Kaley Tunic Top, size medium. The Skinny The Kaley Tunic Top combines swing [...]
A motivator to stick to your New Year’s Resolution with the Biggest Loser
Look no further than the Pound For Pound Challenge, a weight loss initiative encouraging Americans to lose weight for a cause – the hunger crisis. If you’re a fan of “The Biggest Loser” you may have heard of it. For the third year, General Mills has teamed up with NBC’s “The Biggest Loser” and Subway [...]
Top 5 Exercises to do at while Working
Most of us are back to work at our desks but still want to squeeze in a little fitness into their day. If your boss asks, tell her (him) that these little tricks really are beneficial. After all, a good employee is a happy employee! 1.) Leg Extensions for Quadriceps(thigh muscle). Keep abs flexed (squeezed) [...]
