I have to workout to music.  I have actually gone into the gym and realized I didn’t have my iPod with me and turned right around again.  It’s the same with running.  I NEED my tunes!  Music makes me run faster and harder and go stronger. 

But, I am getting really sick of my playlists and that is where you come in.  GGS wants to put you to work and tell us your top workout songs to win…wait for it…….yes – an iPod Nano.

Once the contest is over, we are going to put together the top 100 workout songs of all time.  How cool is that?

HOW TO ENTER:
This contest is exclusively for GGS Club members. Not a member yet? No worries, it only takes a minute. Membership is filled with perks (like these groovy giveaways) and we never share your personal information with anyone. Sign up here:

 In the comment, please tell us your top 5 (or more) songs to workout to.

Really wanna win?

• Tweet it out using #girlgetstrong for extra entries (you can use the tweet button below)
• Like us on Facebook Fan of Girlgestrong (right hand side)
• Post the giveaway on your Facebook Page (you can use the share button below)
• Make sure to tell us in the comments on what you did for the extra entries for them to count

Contest ends on Feb 15, 2012. Good Luck!

Busy woman are always looking for nutritious snacks to eat when they are on the go. Unfortunately, many of you end up grabbing high-carb, high-fat and low-protein convenience store snacks, which are terrible nutritional choices.

If you’re one of the many woman simply looking for some high protein alternative nutritious snack ideas, read on: The following 11 high-protein snacks require little preparation and are generally low in both carbohydrates and fat.

• Beef jerky or my favorite Turkey jerky
  Believe it or not, this old classic is actually a healthy choice. On average, one ounce contains about 70 calories and one gram of fat, but delivers 11 grams of protein. However, the brands sold in convenience stores are often high in salt. If you’d like beef jerky to be one of your high-protein snack options, look for healthier versions in health food stores.
• Egg whites
  One egg white has only 15 calories, is fat- and cholesterol-free and contains four grams of protein. Throw two or three in a cup and microwave. (with some peppers and onions if you want to make an omelet) for a quick, nutritious mini-meal.  Or make some Protein Egg Muffin cups for a quick grab and go.  Yum!
• Cottage cheese and fruit
  A half cup of 2% cottage cheese contains on average 16 grams of protein, yet only has 102 calories and two grams of fat (as opposed to other types of cheese, which can be extremely high in fat). If high protein isn’t your ideal goal, then mix it with some fresh fruit for a fast, healthy snack. 
• One-to-two ounces of dry or honey-roasted soy nuts  Soy Nuts are really roasted soy beans, they are not nuts at all. A one ounce serving has four (4) grams of fat of which three (3) grams are unsaturated fats. A serving may contain 120 calories, but it has over 10 grams of protein.
• Protein bars
  Although there are hundreds of varieties on the market, keep in mind that all protein bars are not created equal. Obviously, protein bars should be a high-protein snack, but be careful and avoid bars that are high in carbohydrates and fat. Good choices are Kashi GoLean Crunchy Bars (or roll bars), Kellogg’s Special K Protein Meal Bar, Powerbar Protein Plus.
• Tuna
  Tuna is a great source of protein with approximately 25 grams per can. Plus, one can of tuna in water contains approximately 111 calories and is fat-free. And hey, go easy on the mayonnaise if you’re making a sandwich — it’s full of fat.  I like the flavored tuna that come in tiny tins that don’t need a can opener.
• Shakes
  As with protein bars, many commercial protein shakes and powders can be high in carbohydrates.   2 good choices are Bolthouse Farm Chai Tea Smoothie, Odwalla Super Protein Mango Smoothies.
• Chocolate Soy Milk
• Nuts and Seeds –  such as sunflower or pumpkin seeds, are  a rich protein source, at 6 to 9g of protein per ounce.
  Baby Bel Cheese or another low calorie cheese – this is very high in calcium as well.
• Home-made protein snacks - here is 13 suggestions just for you.

How do you get your protein on the go??

GIVEAWAY TIME!

As promised we are having our weekly giveaway (some exceptions may apply) to learn more about soy products. The giveaway is $50 to your favvorite grocery store. Yipeeee…..FREE groceries!

To enter:

All you have to do is re-tweet this blog post.

Or you can copy and paste this tweet:

@GirlGetStrong How to Get Protein on the Go? – here are 11 healthy suggestions! http://bit.ly/xWDVPl  #SoySimple

Super important to use the #SoySimple hashtag or your entry will not count!

A weekly winner will be chosen from Random.org You have until Jan 15, 2012 (midnight PST) to complete your entry.

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Solae. The opinions expressed by me do not necessarily reflect the view of the Solae.

Who does not need new workout clothes to rock that body into 2012?  GGS has teamed up with a new yoga company that has just launch named, KiraGrace.   Their clothes are super cute and unique.  You won’t be in your yoga class with the same top as someone else with this line. 

KiraGrace is on a mission to provide inspirational products to women moving through life’s journeys and transitions. Items that lift your spirit at the touch, feel or at a glance. The KiraGrace Goddess Yoga Collection features technical yoga gear designed to celebrate women’s beauty, strength and grace.

To help celebrate this exciting launch, KiraGrace is giving away a whole yoga outfit to one GGS SuperStar!

Yup! A whole super cute outfit! First the top:

The Goddess Yoga Halter is designed to flatter your natural curves with ultimate comfort

• Modest neckline, keeps you covered in practice and inversions
• Criss-cross back straps for full range of movement
• Moderate support with a built-in shelf bra
• Moisture wicking fabric with 4-way stretch
• Made in U.S.A.

Fabric and Care:

• Supplex Nylon/Lycra
• Machine wash cold, with like colors
• Tumble dry low, or hang dry for best results
• Do not use bleach or softeners

And the bottoms:

The Goddess Yoga Capri Legging is our favorite premium, technical yoga Capri

• Low-rise waistband with body contouring details for a flat, smooth fit
• Fitted through the thigh and leg
• Comfortable compression throughout
• Anti-chafe flat-lock seaming
• Moisture wicking fabric with 4-way stretch
• Made in U.S.A.

Fabric and Care:

• Nylon/Spandex
• Machine wash cold, with like colors
• Tumble dry low, or hang dry for best results
• Do not use bleach or softeners

I love that top.  I love how long it is and the color.

Really wanna win this cute outfit? For one extra entries do any or all of the following:

• Tweet it out using @GirlGetStrong for extra entries (you can use the tweet button below)
• Like KiraGrace on Facebook
• Like GirlGetStrong on Facebook(right hand side)
• Post the giveaway on your Facebook Page (you can use the share button below)
• Make sure to tell us in the comment section on what you did for the extra entries for them to count

Contest ends January 16,2011(midnight PST). Winner will be notified by email. US and Canadian residents only. Good Luck!

We always love to stumble upon companies making super cute and functional workout wear. So we were thrilled when MPG Mondetta Performace Gear contacted the GGS Crew for a review + GIVEAWAY!

It took me a long time to decide what exactly I wanted to review from their site as everything is just so darn cute. I finally settled with the Trek Jacket  and the Myriad Tank.

Trek Jacket  

 

Cozy microfleece jacket with a flattering fit, off-center front zipper design and reflective safety details.

• Fabric: 90% polyester, 10% spandex Windtex performance fleece, 320 gsm
• Trim: 88% polyester, 12% spandex jersey, 295 gsm
• Two-way stretch, moisture wicking, quick dry
• Breathable mesh insert details
• Multiple front pockets
• Fitted silhouette, longer back for best coverage
• High visibility reflective taping on sleeves and back hips

RECOMMENDED FOR: Layering, outdoor workouts, night running, warm ups

I love the Indigo color of this jacket.  The detail is great, with many pockets for all of your belongings and has the finger holes to keep your hands warm.  It is super cozy for winter running and has the breathable material so you don’t overheat.  The zipper is really unique as it is slightly off to the side, which is a nice touch.  Super slimming silhouette design and a little longer than the usual hoodie, which I am a huge fan of.  I also love this hoodie for having no hood, who uses those anyway?  Five out of five for the Trek!

Myriad Tank

 

Look fabulous during your yoga class in this ‘Baby Zebra’ overlay tank.

• Fabric: 84% Tactel nylon, 16% spandex, 155gsm
• Lightweight, cooling, moisture wicking, four way stretch, quick drying
• Overlay fabric – Zebra Jacquard Pique: 94% polyester 6% spandex 180 gsm
• Front overlay breathable pique fabric
• Bubble design effect on bottom hem
• Ergonomic back panel in solid jersey
• High visibility logo

RECOMMENDED FOR: Layering, light workouts, yoga, leisure, casual dress

This top is not like any other workout top that I have.  Its hard to tell by the picture but the front actually has two layers, which is great for sweating.  The elastic at the bottom is really great to keep the top in place.  The only flaw about this tank is the loose scoop neckline.  When bending over, your whole sports bra shows.

Now on to the GIVEAWAY!

MPG Mondetta Gear  is giving away one very lucky GGS reader any lifestyle tops OR bottoms (excluding outerwear) from their site!

Yippeeeee……we love giving away stuff especially workout gear!

Do one or all of the following:

• Tweet it out using #GirlGetStrong for extra entries (you can use the tweet button below)
• Like GirlGetStrong on Facebook(right hand side)
• Like MPG on Facebook
• Post the giveaway on your Facebook Page (you can use the share button below)
• Make sure to tell us in the comment section on what you did for the  entries for them to count

Didn’t win or just have to have Mondetta’s super cute gear? Well, you are in luck! We are happy to say GGS readers will receive a discount code to receive 25% off a one-time purchase that expires 3.15.11. Use code: stronggirlslovempg

Contest ends Jan.  19, 2012. Winner will be notified by email. US and Canadian residents only.

Reviews on GirlGetStrong.com reflect the personal opinion of the writer, whether it is good, bad or ugly. No compensation (except the product that was reviewed) was accepted by me or GGS Media Corporation for this review.

Mondetta is having a great sale-be sure to check it out!

As promised yesterday, we are having a giveaway every Friday (changing to Wednesday after today) (some exceptions may apply) to learn more about soy products. The giveaway is $50 to your favourite grocery store. Who does not need free groceries?   This one will be a scavenger hunt, finding soy snacks in the grocery store.  If you need some suggestions, please refer to  GGS Soy Snacks post.

To enter:

The next time you are at the grocery store, get out your phone/ camera and take pictures of two snacks with soy in them.   Then tweet out what you found.  Your tweet will look something like this:

@girlgetstrong I FOUND A SOY SNACK IN THE GROCERY STORE TWICE! SEE TWITPIC.COM/123abc #SOYSIMPLE

Super important to use the #soysimple hashtag or your entry will not count!

A weekly winner will be chosen from Random.org You have until Dec 4, 2011 (midnight PST) to complete your entry. The winner will choose their top 3 grocery stores and the sponsor will choose the gift card from that list.

You could be next, so get tweeting.  Good luck!

Contest is only open to U.S. residents, 18 years of age and older. One entry, per person, per contest.

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Solae. The opinions expressed by me do not necessarily reflect the view of the Solae.