All Entries in the "Reviews" Category
Review: Genuine Health Instant Smoothie a day Vegan+
I prefer getting my nutrition from whole, natural foods, but since I’m a pescetarian (I eat seafood, but otherwise follow a vegetarian diet), I’m always looking for easy ways to add protein to my diet. Of course, I go with all the standards—beans, eggs, nuts—but sometimes, an active girl like me needs a little help [...]
Review: Stretch Island Fruit Company
I’m a mom of 2 growing, very hungry children. I’m constantly trying to come up with creative meals and healthy snack ideas for my 13 year old and 11 year old—and for myself! It’s easy to feel like you’re offering and eating the same foods over and over again. I try to stick to whole [...]
Review: Devices to Keep Track of Calories Burnt-Do they Work?
When it comes to New Year’s resolutions, year after year the No. 1 spot is most likely occupied by “lose weight.” Its persistence probably has something to do with the fact that most people have trouble actually succeeding. There is a simple reason for this. Everyone understands they have to burn more calories than they [...]
BareFoot-Inspired Running Shoes-Trend for 2012 ?
If there’s any trend that we’re going to see this winter, it’s an avalanche of minimalist or barefoot-inspired sneakers, from brands such as Nike, New Balance, Reebok, Adidas and Brooks. Carson Caprara is the product line manager at Brooks, and he has overseen the development of their new “PureProject” line, a series of four light-weight [...]
GGS Holiday Gift Guide – Five Health Books for any Budget
. Girl Get Strong’s Holiday Gift Guide Giving the Gifts of Health and Fitness . Book Edition . Books are meaningful gifts at affordable prices and they’re the perfect presents to cuddle up with in front of the fireplace this holiday season. Here are five books on health and fitness that caught our attention [...]
P.I.N.K. Method vs. P90X
One of the newest workout programs to hit the market, the P.I.N.K. Method was unveiled yesterday on the Dr. Phil Show. This program is designed specifically for women by nutritionist Cynthia Pasquella. How does the P.I.N.K. Method stack up against other fitness regimes? We compare it with the popular P90Xbelow. P.I.N.K. Method Number of DVDs: [...]
Review: prAna Fall Collection
One of my absolute FAVE active wear fashion line is prAna. PrAna does such an awesome job at laid back cuteness without sacrificing style and comfort. I always know I can count on functionality, quality, sustainability, attention to detail and last but DEFINITELY not least, style from prAna. (‘Cause to me working out isn’t about looking [...]
Review: Champion ActiveWear Part 3
I am continuing on with the Champion ‘Shape Your Life’Ambassador Program with the last outfit that will be reviewed. What the heck is this program all about? Click here for the explanation . To quickly summarize: A box was couriered by Champion to the GGS HQ with three outfits picked picked for me based on the survey that I conducted about [...]
Review: Tracy Anderson’s 30 Day Method
When I read what was being said about the new Tracy Anderson’s 30-Day Method: the Weight-Loss Kick-Start That Makes Perfection Possible, I couldn’t believe that someone would write and someone else would publish statements such as “defies genetics to tone, trim, and reshape the body”, “no chance for anything but terrific, fast results”, ” You [...]
Review: Champion ActiveWear
I am continuing on with the Champion ‘Shape Your Life’Ambassador Program. What the heck is this program all about? Click here for the explanation and for the review of my first outfit chosen for me. To quickly summarize: A box was couriered by Champion to the GGS HQ with three outfits picked picked for me based on the survey that [...]
Review: Champion ‘Shape Your Life’ Ambassador Program
At the beginning of summer, the GGS team received this email with this subject line: Exclusive Invitation~Join the New Champion “Shape Your Life” Blogger Ambassador Program Of course, my immediate response was, YES we accept! The email went on to say: As a part of the Champion “Shape Your Life” Blogger Program, we would ask you to [...]
SCAPE Athlete Sunblock Review
I would have to say that Summer is my favorite time of the year. I really do enjoy the long lazy unscheduled days when the kids are off school. Anything goes. Along with pesty bugs, sunscreen is BIG thing in our family that no body enjoys. So often it runs in their eyes and makes them sting [...]
Review: Yoga Sandals/ FlipFlops
Flip-flops are synonymous with summer and as the June solstice marks the official first day of this long-awaited season, it’s time to bare feet to the rest of the world. But this summer icon has gotten a bad rap lately with studies showing flip-flops are responsible for altering gait to the point of creating aches [...]
Review: TRX Suspension Training Kit
The TRX Suspension Training is a complete total body training system developed by Fitness Anywhere and first implemented by the U.S. Navy Seals. This system is extremely easy to set-up and compact for easy storage or for traveling. Weighing less than two pounds, the TRX can be set up in seconds and is perfect for the home, gym, office, or [...]
Review: 110% PlayHarder Compression Gear
I’m have yet to try any compression wear, so when 110% PlayHarder contacted me to see if I wanted to give their products a try, I jumped at the chance. They sent me a set of calf sleeves to give a try. Yippeeee….I love trying out new fitness technology and new gear. I love this technology of [...]
Review: Skechers Shape Ups for Kids
Skechers Shape Ups shoes for kids has caused quite the controversy since their release, including a petition at change.org to have the line discontinued. Parents and professionals are disturbed that toning shoes are being made for and marketed to elementary school students. The commercial aimed at young girls seems to be especially concerning to parents. [...]
