HerbaSway Shout Out!

Sep 30 2011

HerbaSway is sponsoring one of our Win, Lose, or Blog contestants again this season and I LOVE their products SO much I just have to share here as well!

HerbaSway is donating TWO bottles of their fabulous herbal antioxidant drops to one of our lucky season six losers! Dr. Franklin and Lorraine St. John founded HerbaSway in 1996 to provide a natural approach to health and nutrition. HerbaSway’s extensive variety of high quality; natural liquid concentrates ensure you are getting the optimum levels of anti-oxidants, vitamins and minerals !

HerbaSway’s products are sugar free, caffeine free, calorie free, alcohol free and have no artificial sweeteners or preservatives. HerbaSway is the right choice, Naturally! Not only are they fabulous for you health- they taste FANTASTIC!!! Good for bone health, digestive health, cardiovascular, joint health and MORE! Visit the HerbaSway Facebook page for chances to win HerbaSway products!!!! And sign up for their newsletter for special deals & announcements!

HerbaSway comes in a large variety of flavors including: green tea, blueberry, pomegranate, Chocolate, cranberry, raspberry lime green tea, honey lemon, mango green tea, peach green tea, and more!

I had the pleasure of sampling HerbaGreen Tea Peach :

HerbaSway HerbaGreen Peach contains over 100mg of antioxidants per serving, this blend fights free radicals and premature aging (and tastes fabulous!) With HerbaSway’s Peach Green Tea you can f eel good and slow down premature aging, naturally. HerbaGreen Tea drenches your cells with active polyphenols that fight free-radical damage and help rejuvenate your skin. Enjoy the possibilities of a healthier, more beautiful complexion.

My favorite way to enjoy HerbaGreen Tea Peach is mixed in my iced tea- add an all natural shot of good for you antioxidants with no calories or artificial sweeteners! Also wonderful mixed with hot or cold water, on yogurt, in smoothies, protein shakes, or on fruit!

HerbaGreen Tea is also available in: Original, Caffeinated, Peach, Honey Lemon,
Mandarin Mango, and Raspberry Lime! Something for every taste and preference. All varieties are all natural and calorie free!!!

And the AMAZING Chocolate :

HerbaSway Chocolate is a liquid infusion of pure cocoa powder loaded with anti-oxidants, naturally sweetened with Stevia and Lo Han fruit. This heavenly combination offers an effective over-all health maintenance formula that provides you with the multiple benefits of polyphenols. It is perfect for your whole family; especially the kids (young and old). Simply add one or two droppers full to 6 ounces of warm or cold milk or water, for a rich chocolate beverage. Enjoy all the anti-oxidant benefits of chocolate without any of the fat, calories or sugar typically found in chocolate bars and syrups.

Great on ice cream, yogurt, smoothies or wherever you want great chocolate taste without the calories.

All Natural, Guilt Free Chocolate.

Fat FREE, Calorie FREE, Preservative FREE, Caffeine FREE
Promotes and nurtures healthy, smooth and supple skin
60 Servings per bottle
All natural-deep chocolate taste and aroma
Promotes a healthy immune response
Supports a healthy cardiovascular system
Helps fight free radicals and the ageing process
Supports good moods

I will admit I sometimes just squeeze the dropper on my outstretched tongue for a yummy calorie free shot of chocolate goodness. It is also absolutely fabulous mixed in your hot or iced coffee drinks! My favorite way to use HerbaSway Chocolate is in my protein shakes-adds a shot of delicious chocolate flavor and tons of healthy antioxidants! YUM!!! Calorie free, GOOD FOR YOU chocolate- how can you resist??? Good news – you don’t have to. Visit their website to place your order today.

For More Information About HerbaSway:
Visit the HerbaSway website
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Giveaway: Tracey Staehle's Total Body Bootcamp DVDs

Sep 29 2011

The Belles are BEYOND thrilled to introduce you to the newest workouts from Tracey Staehle : Total Body Bootcamp! The set includes six workouts on two dvds. Guaranteed to whip you into shape and have fun while youre doing it. We are loving the workouts and the challenge! Stay tuned for full reviews on Fitness For the Rest of Us and Huff & Buff.

Tracey has been generous enough to offer our readers a $5 off discount + flat rate US shipping for $4.95 on the dvds! Just use the code “ take5″ at checkout. It expires on 10/7 so order soon!

In just 20 minutes you can get the body of your dreams! Total Body Bootcamp is the only workout you will need for fat loss and muscle definition. With six complete workouts on two DVDs you get cardio, strength, core work and a whole lot of motivation. You will be amazed to see how your body adapts to increased demands and how far you can push yourself. Not only will you gain strength, you will get great results and never be bored! Tracey & Dustin will keep you motivated and engaged and make you learn to love intensity not duration. This TBBC workout will provide many advantages that most exercise routines cannot offer including aerobic and anaerobic conditioning, muscular endurance, and fat burning.

The 30, 40, 50 & 120 second intervals completely exhaust your muscles of their stored energy making this HIIT training superb for immediate fat burning and weight loss. You will see REAL RESULTS. If you are serious about your workouts and want to change the shape of your body, this is the workout for you. Any level of fitness can participate; you just go at your own pace. Each workout shows modifications for form and equipment. These workouts can be done with minimal equipment & maximum motivation!

View video clips on Tracey’s blog!

The set includes:

Total Body Bootcamp Strength dvd: 3 workouts
Total Body Bootcamp Metabolic Conditioning dvd: 3 workouts

Workout Options:

Offers multiple equipment options
Shows multiple modifications for each exercise
Utilizes a variety of optional equipment for maximum benefits and variety
35-43 minute workouts
Fully chaptered- pick & choose which segments you want to do each day
Chapter options include: tabata drills, finishers, ab work, workouts, warmups, cooldowns, & intros
Features circuit style workouts sequenced to allow for maximum effort & calorie burn
Offers a minimal cuing option or the full motivational cuing
Fun equipment options: kettlebell, dumbbell, band, TRX Trainer, sandbag, medball- use all or use none & still get a fabulous workout!
DVDs available for purchase on Fit by Tracey together (at a discounted price) or separately

For more information:
Visit the Fit By Tracey website
Like Fit by Tracey – Fit for Life on Facebook
Tracey’s Blog

Giveaway: Want to win BOTH Total Body Bootcamp dvds? Enter here!

Mandatory Entry: Visit Tracey’s blog and tell us something you learned.

Optional Entries: After completing mandatory entry above.

1 Entry: Like Fit by Tracey on Facebook
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1 Entry: Tell us why you want to win this set
5 Entries: Re-blog about this giveaway and leave a link (leave 5 comments)
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1 Entry: Follow Two Belles Fitness via RSS
1 Entry: Enter any of our current giveaways (1 entry per giveaway)
1 Entry: Tweet the following:

# win @2bellesfitness Tracey Staehle’s Total Body Bootcamp DVDS #giveaway: http://www.twobellesfitness.com/?p=2898

Entries will be accepted until 11:59 pm on 10/7/2011 and the winner will be selected using random.org random number generator and annouced on 10/9/2011. Contest open to everyone! Good Luck!

We received samples of these products to review. We were in no other way compensated for my honest reviews. All thoughts and ideas expressed are our own. We are disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

Metromint Variety Pack Giveaway on Fitness For the Rest of Us

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Sep 28 2011

Want to win a fabulous, calorie free Metromint variety pack? Enter on Fitness For the Rest of Us .

I picked up some Metromint at the grocery store on an impulse. I thought that all natural “chocolate mint” water sounds indulgent and of course refreshing. I hoped it would be a cure for one of those late night chocolate fixes. Well I am beyond pleased to say that Metromint Chocolatemint is absolutely indulgent, rich, and full of chocolate and mint flavor. And all this for NO calories! Its naturally sweetened and uses pesticide-free mint! How can you resist- good news you don’t have to!

Well Chocolatemint was the first variety I tried, and while its still my favorite I also love these other Metromint varieties. All delicious, indulgent, and SO refreshing. Perfect for a hot day, after a workout, or for a guilt free dessert!

Peppermint Water

Spearmint Water

Lemonmint Water

Orangemint Water

Goodberrymint Water

Cherrymint Water

Metromint starts with the best mint in the world. Real mint. Fresh, flavorful, pesticide-free mint grown in Washington State’s Yakima Valley. They treat the mint using a double-distillation process that steams the leaves until we reach the true essence of the mint. They test for taste, and then test again for purity.

Metromint water is purified using reverse-osmosis, a process that saves all the good stuff and filters out the bad, including salts, impurities, and particles as small as an ion. What’s left is a blank canvas, so they can showcase the taste of mint.

Want to try Metromint? Visit their website to find out where you can buy in your area. Want to win a Metromint sampler? Enter on Fitness For the Rest of Us .

I received samples of these products to review. I was in no other way compensated for my honest reviews. All thoughts and ideas expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. I can not be held responsible for undelivered or damaged prizes or user mistakes in entering this contest.

Bioken Pequi Body Wash Giveaway on Fitness For the Rest of Us!

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Sep 27 2011

Here’s a fantastic giveaway! Head on over to Fitness For The Rest of Us and enter to winBioken Pequi Body Wash !

Bioken Pequi Body Wash is a skin nourishing luxury body wash that I recently had the pleasure of trying. Keep reading to find out how you can win a bottle of your very own! Pequi Body Wash made from the fruit of the pequi tree and is full of vitamins A, C & E, fatty acids, and contains grape & tea tree oil and many other soothing & exfoliating ingredients.

Pequi Body Wash contains a unique healing and anti-aging formula and gently washes away dull, lifeless cells while leaving skin feeling smoother, firmer and looking beautiful. It moisturizes and softens while rejuvenating dry and damaged skin- perfect for the dry weather we have here. Pequi Body Wash really nourishes the skin without being greasy- a fantastic balance of just what your skin needs!

For those with very dry skin, Pequi even heals skin and scalp problems like eczema, psoriasis and dry cracked skin. It has excellent moisturizing abilities and reduces skin inflammation. I’m a huge fan of tea tree oil and am thrilled with the tea tree oil’s antiseptic , antibacterial , antifungal , and antiviral benefits in the Pequi Body Wash. And the algae extract provides antiseptic properties.

Pequi Body Wash also contains oatmeal to naturally & gently exfoliate your skin- perfect to prep yourself for sunless tanners or before shaving! And it contains healing aloe- which is perfect for after sun exposure to soothe your skin. I love the foamy lather, the scent, and best of all how Pequi Body Wash makes my skin feel!

Pequi Body Wash is available in 8oz and 32 oz sizes and MSRP is $18.00 and $40.00. Visit the Bioken website to learn more about the Pequi Body Wash & all other fabulous Bioken lines!

Want to win this luxurious 8 oz. Bioken Pequi Body Wash? Enter on Fitness For the Rest of Us !

I received a sample of this product to review. I was in no other way compensated for my honest review. All thoughts and ideas expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. I can not be held responsible for user errors in entering this contest, shipping errors, postage errors, damage in transit, or undelivered prizes.

Giveaway: Belvedere Designs $50 Giftcard (Vinyl Wall Art!)

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Sep 26 2011

We recently discovered a fabulous vinyl wall art, wall quotes, and wall decor company Belvedere Designs & had the pleasure of reviewing some of their vinyl wall quotes! Keep reading to find out how you can win a $50.00 giftcard to use on anything on the Belvedere Designs website!

Belvedere Designs is all about adding that little touch of personality to help make your house a home, a haven in a busy world and unique from every other. With their huge selection of wall decor, quotes, custom made lettering, and MORE- you can easily achieve any luck for your home or office, for any style!

At Belvedere Designs you’ll find creative wow-factor wall art to make the kitchen, entry, living room, nursery or family room pop with your unique style and scream creativity. With their custom wall letters and expert design service , you can literally have exactly what you’ve envisioned. And of course, why stop at home? Extend your style to the car (just overlook the sports equipment and crumbs that it is), by adding our custom family stickers and vehicle decals and drive with pride!

You will find everything you need and more to add your special pizzazz to your home and allow your personalityto shine through. Belvedere Designs offer the perfect blend of creativity and professionalism to help you meet and exceed your design goals!

Belvedere offers a HUGE selection of vinyl wall decor! Check out these fantastic categories:
Wall Quotes
Vinyl Wall Quotes
Vinyl Wall Art
Wall Sayings
Vinyl Letters

Here are some of our favorite pieces: LOVE the wall quotes!

They offer mix & match custom family vinyl stickers. In addition to people, zombies, pets & more:

And LOVE LOVE LOVE the vinyl “headboards” PERFECT for our guest room!

Want to win a $50.00 Belvedere Designs giftcard? Enter here:

Mandatory Entry: Visit the Belvedere Designs website & tell me which vinyl you would love to have.

Optional Entries: After completing mandatory entry above:

1 Entry: Like Belvedere Designs on Facebook
2 Entries: Follow the Belvedere Designs blog
1 Entry: Like Two Belles Fitness on Facebook
5 Entries: Re-blog about this giveaway and leave a link (leave 5 comments)
1 Entry: Follow Two Belles Fitness on Twitter
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1 Entry: Enter any of our current giveaways (1 entry per giveaway)
1 Entry: Tweet the following:

# win @2bellesfitness $50 giftcard for vinyl wall art from Belvedere Designs http://www.twobellesfitness.com/?p=2881

Entries will be accepted until 11:59 pm on 10/7/2011 and the winner will be selected using random.org random number generator and annouced on 10/9/2011. Contest open to everyone! Good Luck!

We received samples of these products to review. We were in no other way compensated for our honest reviews. All thoughts and ideas expressed are oury own. We are disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. We can not be held responsible for user errors in entering this contest, shipping errors, postage errors, damage in transit, or undelivered prizes.

Winners! Wholly Guacamole and the Fantastic Guilt Free Snacks Giveaway

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Sep 25 2011

Congratulations to the winner of the HUGE Wholly Guacamole Giveaway Comment #20 – Darcy!!

The lucky winner of the Fantastic Guilt Free Snacks Giveaway which included SunMaid, CalNaturale and Kashi is: Comment #169 – Jolene. Congratulations!

The winners have been emailed and have 48 hours to respond & claim their prizes.Thank you to everyone who entered and a HUGE thank you to our fabulous sponsors for the opportunity to host these awesome giveaways!

Campus Book Rentals Shout Out! Save BIG Renting Text Books!

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Sep 24 2011

I recently discovered a super awesome website CampusBookRentals that allows college students to RENT TEXTBOOKS! I wish this existed when I was in college. Text books cost almost as much as tuition when I was in community college! At University- the prices of the books got even more expensive (along with the tuition LOL). Then remember trying to sell them back at the end of the quarter only to find out there is a new edition and the college won’t even buy them back from you? Ya that sucks. So youre out hundreds of dollars and stuck with a big, heavy text book in your already crowded dorm room. NO THANKS! So I am very excited to introduce you to CampusBookRentals.com !

CampusBookRentals.com is SUPER easy to use. Simply browse their easy to navigate website, order your books, receive them in the mail, use them (read, highlight, etc) and then send them back. Free shipping BOTH ways and printable labels makes mailing super cheap, easy & quick.

Some MAJOR perks to renting text books are:

Save 40-90% off of bookstore prices

FREE shipping both ways, you can highlight in the textbooks,

Flexible renting periods

CampusBookRentals donates to Operation Smile with each textbook rented!

Campus Book Rentals generously donates to Operation Smile with each text book rented from their site. A company that is dedicated to healing cleft lip, cleft palate and other facial deformities. Operation Smile mobilizes a world of generous hearts to heal children’s smiles and transform lives across the globe.

Be sure to like Campus Book Rentals on Facebook ! Every month TWO lucky Facebook friends win free textbooks JUST for liking Campus Book Rentals on Facebook! And don’t forget to follow them on Twitter to win scholorships, win tee shirts, get secret coupons and more! AND Be sure to check out Campus Book Rentals to sell your unwanted text books . Get an instant quote now!

For more information please visit:

The CampusBookRentals website

The Operation Smile website

CampusBookRentals on Facebook

CampusBookRentals on Twitter

Freeman's Pssssst! Dry Shampoo Rave & Review

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Sep 23 2011

We are super excited to introduce Pssssst! The Original Dry Shampoo from Freeman. We are in love with Pssssst! and have to tell you all about it! It is the perfect solution for curly, wavy, straight, fine, thin, thick- you name it- hair! Perfect for after workouts, when you are short on time, when you can’t or simply don’t want to wash your hair! Keep reading to find out all about Pssssst! and why we love it!

Pssssst! Instant Dry Shampoo :

Pssssst! Instant Dry Shampoo is available in Original Formula, travel size, and now in Wavy/ Curly ! We all know how damaging to our hair washing every day is f (and what a waste of water!) I can not live without my Pssssst! Instant Dry Shampoo! It is perfect for use after my workouts- it eliminates any odors that my sweaty workouts may have caused and absorbs excess oils. I love the fresh scent and its perfect for all hair types. And don’t forget about the time, water, and energy savings- just spray & go- no washing, rinsing, or blowdrying!

Now your unwashed locks can be instantly transformed to clean looking hair without a drop of water. Just apply Pssssst! Dry Shampoo to your roots. It instantly absorbs oils and adds a fresh-from-the-shower smell. No more dry cracked ends or faded hair color due to over washing! Quit wasting time (& water) with daily washing and blowdrying: Just spray, brush and go! Pssssst Dry Shampoo refreshes and rejuvenates hair by soaking up excess oil, removing product build-up and boosting volume. Hair looks, feels and smells freshly shampooed. Cleans, deodorizes and conditions hair-without water! PERFECT for use after our workouts!!!!!

Pssssst! Dry Shampoo for Wavy & Curly Hair:
The fabulous original Pssssst! dry shampoo is now in an invisible formula for wavy and curly hair. Will not leave any white residue and is ideal for all hair colors. Reduces frizz and does not need to be brushed out- which is perfect as those of us with curly hair know- there is no brushing curly hair dry LOL. I have curly hair and they say its even more damaging on curly- so I go a day between my washings but used to worry about my hair smelling funny due to my sweaty workouts. Well worry no more- Pssssst! eliminates ALL the odor and leaves my hair smelling fresh and “just washed”

Super easy to use! Just shake can well. Hold can 6” to 8” from hair. Lift sections of hair and lightly spray scalp and roots of each section. Wait a few minutes then gently tousle at the roots to fully revive your hair do.

Pssssst! is also available in a travel size which is perfect to toss in your gym bag. And perfect to take with you on trips without taking up so much space. Visit the Freeman website to receive FREE shipping on all your purchases over $35.00! And while youre there, be sure to check out all the other fabulous Freeman must have items!

For more information about Pssssst! and Freeman visit:
Visit the Freeman website & webstore
Like Freeman on Facebook
Follow Freeman on Twitter

We received a sample of this product to review. I was in no other way compensated for my honest review. All thoughts and ideas expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

Infiniti Pro by Conair You Wrap and Wave Double Barrel Curling Iron

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Sep 22 2011

I have found an awesome new must-have styling tool: the Infiniti Pro by Conair You Wrap and Wave Double Barrel Curling Iron! It is a multi functional curling iron that I absoultey love! I recently fell in love with curling my hair when its straight but was having a hard time finding a curling iron to give me the look I was searching for. Well- search no longer- the Conair You Wrap and Wave double barrel curling iron creates a fabulous variety of looks all in one tool! Save space- ditch those other curling irons and get yourself a Infiniti Pro by Conair You Wrap and Wave Double Barrel Curling Iron.

With the Infiniti Pro by Conair You Wrap and Wave you have two barrel widths to choose from- so you can create tight curls or looser ones. Not that that isnt good enough- but thats JUST the beginning. Use both barrels to create an even larger variety of looks, from spiral curls, natural waves, “S” waves, oval waves and more! My favorite curl style using the You Wrap and Wave is the “S” curl- perfect for a night out on the town or a day at the beach. Super versatile and super CUTE!

The You Wrap and Wave is super easy to use and includes a diagram (above) easily detailing how to use the iron to create various styles. Also included is a chart telling you what temperature you should use your iron at for every hair type- thick, thin, curly, straight. And it comes with a handy partial glove to protect your hand from heat should you need it. And it even comes complete with a limited 5 year warranty!

The barrels are high quality ceramic- which is better for your hair than metal irons! I won’t use anything but ceramic hair styling tools on my hair. The Infiniti Pro by Conair You Wrap and Wave Double Barrel Curling Iron has replaced my both my thick and thin barrel curling irons- saving me space in my bathroom- who doesnt need more space! The Tourmaline Ceramic technology prevents hot spots, reduces frizz and helps eliminate static. It heats to an ultra-high heat 400°F/205°C, heats up in only 30-seconds!, has LED indicator lights, and automatic shutoff- just in case you forget!

For more information:

Visit the Conair website
Follow Conair on Facebook

Check out the Conair YouTube Channel

Win, Lose, or Blog Now Accepting Applications!

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Sep 21 2011

We are now accepting applications ( here ) for Season six contestents on Win, Lose, or Blog ! Last season our 8 contestants lost 90.8 pounds in 7 weeks! Win, Lose, or Blog is a Big Loser inspired weight loss challenge for the blogging world. Health & Fitness are my passions in life and I hope this competition wil l inspire others to lead healthier lifes too! I have been working with four fabulous ladies to create this fun and exciting new blog. Hurry get your applications in THIS WEEK! We will be selecting contestants SOON!

What does Win, Lose, or Blog have to offer you?

Want to be a contestant? Apply here .

Each season of the challenge (lasting 7 weeks) we will choose eight contestants. This is your chance to win some MAJOR prizes! The “big loser” (based on percentage of body weight lost) will win one big AWESOME prize. Second and third place contestants will also win some great prizes. And everyone else will get something just for participating.

Want to Play along?
Want to lose weight right along with our contestants? Post your weekly loss each week on our Tuesday Update post and you’re in the running for some fantastic prizes! Last season TWO of our mini-contestants won fabulous prizes and lost a TON of weight in the process.

Just want to follow along?
We have multiple health and fitness gurus on our team who are going to be posting information, recipes, tips, inspiration and more. So come follow and get a little help living a healthier lifestyle . Also, at the end of each season followers will win awesome prizes just for leaving comments throughout the season. And you know it will be fun to watch the competition play out and cheer on the contestants

Go check it out !!! And spread the word!

Remember each comment you leave all season long counts as an entry for great prizes! Want to get a head start on those comments? Head on over to Win, Lose, or Blog , grab our button, and leave three comments for displaying our button on your blog and five comments for writing an exciting post announcing us to your blog friends. We want you to invite others to join the the fun and gain some motivation to live a healthier lifestyle.

Exercise TV: 10 Pound Slimdown Xtreme Featuring Chris Freytag

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Sep 20 2011

ExerciseTV Presents the new: 10 POUND SLIMDOWN XTREME featuring fitness favorite Chris Freytag! This is a follow up to Chris’ very popular 10 Pound Slimdown! Order your 10 Pound Slimdown Xtreme today and be on your way to losing up to 10 pounds in 28 days!

10 Pound Slimdown Xtreme is a 28-day advanced training system separated into four weeks of total body, upper body, core, and lower body workouts. Muscle memory is shaken up each week for faster results by target toning each muscle group with isolated styles of training.

Week 1 uses total body circuit style workouts and Kickboxing Cardio to supercharge metabolism and get the body ready to shed pounds. Week 2 focuses on developing a lean, sleek physique with targeted upper body sculpt moves and Xtreme Yoga. Week 3 is all about core and whittling away the most troublesome area with Xtreme abdominal combinations. Week 4 focuses on Lower Body workouts to strengthen and energize the body! Chris Freytag’s routine is a proven combination of intense workout days and active recovery days so you can get through each week with ease and see results quickly.

The set includes:

DVD: Xtreme workouts (6 new 40 minute Xtreme workouts)
DVD: Recovery workouts (the 5 original 10 Pound Slimdown workouts)
DVD: 2 ten minute bonus workouts
Downloadable Workout Plan & Tracker
Downloadable Better Eating Guide

DVD 1 Workouts:

40 minute upper body circuit workout
40 minute lower body circuit workout
40 minute cardio kickboxing workout
40 minute core circuit workout
40 minute total body circuit workout
40 minute yoga workout

DVD 2 Workouts (Previously Released- read full reviews here )

20 minute upper body circuit workout
20 minute lower body circuit workout
20 minute core circuit workout
20 minute total body circuit workout
20 minute yoga workout

DVD 3 Workouts:

10 minute abs
10 minute buns

Stay tuned for detailed reviews of each workout on Fitness For the Rest of Us!

For more information:

Visit the ExerciseTV 10 Pound Slimdown Xtreme website
Like ExerciseTV on Facebook
Visit Chris Freytag ‘s website

Introducing IT Cosmetics!

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Sep 19 2011

IT Cosmetics Innovative Technology Cosmetics by Jackie Kern is created with the help of leading plastic surgeons to infuse medical grade makeup with healing skin loving ingredients with cutting edge technology. The Result- fabulous, flawless makeup & beauty solutions for everyone’s skin needs! Regularly featured on QVC IT Cosmetics has quickly become MY makeup brand. With such fabulous products that are GOOD for me, I made the switch fast. IT Cosmetics has a huge variety of fabulous cosmetics, brushes, and beauty solutions !

IT Cosmetics Heavenly Luxe Powder Brush :
IT Cosmetics Heavenly Luxe Brush is ultra-plush and delivers a flawless, airbrushed look. the Heavenly Luxe Brush is 100% cruelty-free, high quality and feels luxurious on your skin. The soft-touch rubberized jumbo handle is comfortable in your hand making application easy! The brush ensures even distribution of your powder- no more dark spots and uneven distribution! The Heavenly Luxe Powder Brush is perfect for all your powders; I use mine with my mineral powder foundation and my IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Pores .

IT Cosmetics No-Tug Heavenly Luxe Dual Shadow Brush :
The “No-Tug” Heavenly Luxe Dual Eyeshadow Brush is ultra-plush and ultra-addicting! You will never go back to your other makeup brushes after experiencing the luxurious Luxe Dual Shadow Brush! One brush- two brush ends for all your application needs- broad sweeps or fine highlights. The real genius in this brush is the “no-tug” application will leave your skin elastic in tact – making this the first ever anti-aging & age preventative shadow brush! Continuous tugging & pulling on our sensitive eyelids promotes collogan breakdown and eventual sag. This brush is 100% cruelty free, high quality and has a soft-touch rubberized handle for ultimate comfort while applying. I love the dual tip- save space with just one brush for all your application needs! The feel of the brush on your lids is amazing and the application is superb!

Luxe Anti-Aging Eyeshadow Trios:
Luxe waterproof high performance eyeshadows with age reverse & prevent complex in a convenient eyeshadow trio. The shades go perfectly with each other and come in a variety of trio colors to suit every taste and style. I love the matte and the pearl and mixing and matching is fun too. Love the space saving design- all three of my colors in one convenient trio- and the beauty of it: contains a mirror and brush set right in the bottom of the trio! The shadows go on smooth and the colors stay gorgeous all day! The colors in each Luxe Anti-Aging Eyeshadow Trios are hand-selected to go together, bring out your eye color, sparkle and make you look your natural best! The Trios are packed with hydrating ingredients (hydrolyzed collagen, green tea, acai, and vitamins A, C, & E), are tal free, and the high performance color lasts ALL DAY (even in this heat!)

IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Lid Lines :
This anti-aging and age reverse crease proof eye shadow primer is THE solution to eliminate those shadow creases! There is nothing worse than having huge eye shadow creases messing up your eye makeup. Bye Bye Lid Lines goes on smooth and blends perfectly & invisibly with any skin tone. Simply apply to eyelids before your eye shadow and get long lasting crease free eye makeup! Bye Bye Lid Lines contains high concentrations of vitamins A, C, E, & K which have been proven to ward off free radicals and reduce discoloration. And the added hydrolyzed collagen works to smooth out fine lines & wrinkles. Finally we can say bye bye to those pesky eye shadow creases with one quick & easy step.

IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Pores :
This fabulous light weight anti-aging micro finishing powder is the perfect addition to everyone makeup regime- simply dust this translucent powder on to eliminate the visibility of pores, fine lines, blemishes, and other imperfections. You can now easily achieve that fabulous airbrushed look! IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Pores is infused with hydrolyzed collagen, vitamins A, C, E, & K, antioxidants and pure silk. Bye Bye Pores is talc-free and utilizes silica which is a round particle designed to float on the skin and blur out all imperfections! PLUS it absorbs oil & sweat to give you that beautiful matte airbrushed finish all day long! I love how smooth my skin looks and feels with Bye Bye Pores!

IT Cosmetics Brow Power :
I have sparse eyebrows and must use a brow pencil so I was beyond thrilled with the opportunity to try IT Cosmetics Brow Power- not only is this pencil a universal transforming shade that adjusts to all hair colors- from blonde, sliver, brown, or black, it also has a fantastic spooley brush on the opposite end to really finish and polish your brow look. Simply press softly for lighter hair shades or firmer for darker hair colors. This anti-aging pencil has an oval shaped tip to create the most natural looking, brow- perfect for thin or thick brows. The exclusive GrowLuxe techonology ingredients target brow hair loss and restore your brow hair follicles and promote healthy brow growth (my sparse brows LOVE THIS). The long-wear formula is waterporrf and smudge resistant!

IT Cosmetics Brow Power Lift:
This illuminating, lifting pencil is infused with hydrolyzed collagen and vitamins A, C, & E to instantly brighten your eyes, lift & illuminate your features, lift brows, and open up your eyes. The micronized pigments of light in the Brow Power Lift pencil instantly lift the look of any feature you choose- perfect for the brow, cheek bone, or any feature you want to highlight! I was amazed at how well this pencil really did brighten my eyes- really made them pop! Brow Power Lift matte illuminator and pearl illuminator are talc & paraben-free and infused anti-aging ingredients. Non-comedogenic & hypo-allergenic, the Brow Power Lift is perfect for all skin colors & types. Use the Brow Power Lift to wake up tired or poofy eyes, lift the corners of your moth, and erase fine lines & wrinkles.

Bye Bye Under Eye :
This full coverage waterproof concealer is perfect for covering under eye bags & discoloration and all skin imperfections! Full of collagen, vitamins K, A, C it is clinically proven to reduce under eye puffiness and discoloration while at the same time strengthening delicate under eye skin. Bye Bye Under Eye is a delicate formula that stays put all day long! It is being used to conceal facial bruising and swelling on the face and body of surgery patients-wow! Bye Bye Under Eye is available in a variety of shades- so everyone can find their perfect match. And is hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic!

Nail Love:
Nail Love Cutilcle & Nail Oil Pen is an innovative multi-solution beauty product. The hydolized collagen in this anti-yellowing nail oil is combined with healing eucalyptus leaf oil that will really nourish your skin, nails, and cuticles. Its super simple to use- simply twist the base of the pen, and apply the oil with the brush to your cuticles. Then use the firm but soft rubber cuticle pusher on the cap top to gently push your cuticles back. PERFECT way to start your at-home manicure. I use my Nail Love pen on my fingers & toes before every single paint to really nourish & strengthen my nails. Nail Love includes so many beneficial ingredients: pro-collagen blend, vitamins A, C, E and pro-vitamin B5, sweet almond oil, jojoba seed and more. I love the way the Nail Love pen smells and of course how it works to heal hangnails and torn cuticles!

For more information about IT Cosmetics:

Visit the IT Cosmetics website

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Visit the IT Cosmetics YouTube Channel

Check out the IT Cosmetics store locator to find a distributor near you

Winners! Vedette, Super Food and Vivacious Living Giveaways

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Sep 18 2011

Congratulations to the TWO winners of the Vedette Shapewear Giveaway Comment #171 - Ronalee and Comment #54 Brooke C!!

The lucky winner of the Super Food Giveaway which included Tropical Traditions Raw Honey, Manitoba Harvest Hemp Hearts, and DaVinci Sugar Free Syrups is : Comment #87 – Tamara. Congratulations!

And, finally, the winner of the Vivacious Living Giveaway which included products from CertainDri, Softlips and Jadience is Comment #95 – Melanie.

The Rodelle Challenge: Win a KitchenAid &Year-Long Supply of Baking Essentials

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Sep 16 2011

Calling All Bakers: THE RODELLE CHALLENGE GETS SWEETER IN 2011! Keep reading to find out how you can win a KitchenAid mixer and a year long supply of baking essentials from Rodelle !

Bakers to Win a KitchenAid® and Year-Long Supply of Baking Essentials!

Rodelle, the highly regarded brand of premier baking essentials, including Dutch Baking Cocoa – has announced its second annual ‘Rodelle Challenge’ to inspire consumers to make the most of their inner baker this holiday season. Rodelle celebrates the passion and experience of baking by inviting people to share their best, worst or funniest baking moment.

Bakers share their baking moment on the Rodelle Facebook page … the most creative posts with photos or videos are more likely to stand out. The winners are selected by the Rodelle team and with a variety of criteria. Everything from creativity to sentimentality is taken into consideration. Rodelle is sweetening the pot this year by adding a KitchenAid® Mixer to the three grand prizes, which include a yearlong supply of premium Rodelle baking essentials: vanilla beans, baking cocoa, pure vanilla extract, almond/lemon/anise extracts and vanilla sugar. Three runners up will win a yearlong supply of pure vanilla extract, vanilla beans, and rich dark baking cocoa. People are invited to upload entries from October 1 through December 25, 2011. Winners will be announced New Year’s Day, 2012.

“At Rodelle, we are all about the finest ingredients bringing holiday magic to baking,” says Joe Basta. “Our goal is to inspire families to take their baking to a new level– using Rodelle really does make a difference,” he adds.

Responsibly sourced from premier growing regions, Rodelle has been delivering the finest in baking essentials for 75 years. Its pure vanilla, dutch cocoa, superior extracts and remarkable spice blends have been unrivaled in flavor and quality since 1936. Rodelle’s exclusive collection takes culinary adventure from good to grand. The company believes that choosing premier ingredients is the way for avid chefs to make a difference in their recipes year round.

Rodelle’s Baking Essentials are available at grocery stores nationwide. To learn more about where to buy, or for additional information, visit the Rodelle Kitchen website.

Learn More About Rodelle:

Rodelle has created premier baking and cooking essentials since 1936. Originating from the south of France, the Rodelle family revolutionized the standard for gourmet flavors when they came to the states, bringing with them, their passion and expertise for the flavor industry. In 1984, Rodelle became part of Custom Blending Inc. where a relentless commitment to high quality continues. Today, Rodelle provides home bakers and culinary professionals alike with the finest ingredients on the market. From Madagascar Bourbon vanilla beans to Dutch-processed baking cocoa and Herbs de Provence, quality comes first. The company is wind powered and has consistently given a portion of sales back to its growing regions.

I entered my Rodelle vanilla bean Betty Boop cupcakes. Wish me luck!

For more information about Rodelle:
Visit the Rodelle Kitchen website
Visit the Rodelle Challenge page
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Check out the Rodelle YouTube channel

HUGE Wholly Guacamole, Wholly Salsa, & Wholly Queso Giveaway!

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Sep 15 2011

The Belles are so excited about this delicious Wholly Guacamole, Salsa, & Queso giveaway! We are both HUGE fans of Wholly Guacamole and were excited to try their Wholly Salsa, and Wholly Queso- well no surprise both are FANTASTIC!

The winner of this HUGE Wholly giveaway will receive a HUGE assortment of Wholly Guacamole, Wholly Salsa, and Wholly Queso products in a big ol’ Styrofoam cooler, along with some fun extras! The Belles are in love with the heart healthy guacamole varieties (Spicy is my favorite!), the chunky fresh tasting salsa, and the cheesy delicious queso!

The first thing I did upon recieving my package was make a big ol’ Wholly tostada:
Take 1 tortilla add abig ol’ scoop Wholly Queso . Grill in pan until warmed. Top with a big ol’ scoop of Wholly Salsa & big ol’ scoop of Wholly Guacamole . Eat, enjoy, repeat! Both DH & I LOVED our Wholly tostada’s! Fast, convenient, and delicious!

Did you know that Wholly Guacamole is made of only hand-scooped Haas avocado’s? And it contains healthy fats that our hearts, bodies, & skin need! It’s all natural with 20 vitamins and minerals, and contains With just the right amount of spice and garlic. Available in Spicy, Organic, Guacasalsa, Pico de Gallo style, Double Dip, & more!
Did you know that Wholly Queso is a delicious blend of premium ingredients and a flavorful mix of cheddar cheese, fresh-tasting veggies, and just the right amount spice? Oh and did I mention it tastes AMAZING! Available in Classic & Blanco!
Did you know that Wholly Salsa is low in fat, high in flavor and packed with vitamins and antioxidants.
Did you know that the Wholly products come in convenient 100 calorie packs and single serve snack packs? Perfect for on the go and for portion control!!! Available in Mild or Hot.
Did we mention that we are IN LOVE with all the Wholly products we tried? We know you will be too!
PS get off the ranch an onto the Wholly!

Want to win your own cooler FULL of Wholly products? Enter here!

Mandatory Entry: Visit the Eat Wholly website & tell us something you learned.

Optional Entries: After completing mandatory entry above:

1 Entry: Like Wholly Guacamole on Facebook

1 Entry: Follow Wholly Guacamole on Twitter

3 Entries: Sign up to receive Wholly coupons in your inbox

1 Entry: Tell us which Wholly product above you are most excited about trying

1 Entry: Like Two Belles Fitness on Facebook

5 Entries: Re-blog about this giveaway and leave a link (leave 5 comments)

1 Entry: Follow Two Belles Fitness on twitter

1 Entry: Subscribe to Two Belles Fitness

1 Entry: Follow Two Belles Fitness via GFC or RSS

1 Per Tweet: Tweet the following up to 3X per day 1 hr apart:

Enter to #Win a HUGE @eatwholly#Giveway @TwoBelles Fitness http://www.twobellesfitness.com/?p=2720

Entries will be accepted until 11:59 pm on 9/23/2011 and the winner will be selected using random.org random number generator and annouced on 9/25/2011. Contest open to US Residents (No PO Boxes)! Good Luck!