Jessica Smith & Guillermo Gomez: The Yin Yang Fusion Workout Review

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Nov 30 2011

Review: The Yin Yang Fusion Workout
Guillermo Gomez & Jessica Smith, 2011 ***** (5 of 5 stars)

This dvd offers five 15 minute workouts that you can select from the main menu or play all. The dvd is a fusion of martial arts, chi gong, yoga, sculpting & pilates. They workout together in one segment but individually in the other 4. The set is a cute open space with framed Japanese calligraphy in the background. You won’t need any equipment and each segment includes a short w/u & c/d.

Cardio: Expansion & Contraction: Guillermo leads this active kickboxing cardio workout. Exercises include ham curls, various punches & punch combos, knee strikes, & elbow strike. Guillermo does a great job of creating a fun combo that is easy to catch onto and not overly choreographed.

Total Body: Strength & Flexibility: Jessica leads this active body weight resistance workout. Exercises include: horse stance & punches, round house kick, balance kicks, 1 leg squat, runners lunge to balance raise, pike pushups, full form squats, bridge w/ side reach, side plank & side kicks, donkey kicks. Jessica really keeps this workout moving along & includes a lot of unique exercises.

Lower Body: Rhythm & Balance: Guillermo leads this segment, includes some nice lower body resistance moves and keeps you moving. Exercises include: squats, walking side kicks, side knee pulls, repeater knees, bob & weave, knee pull & spin around. This is a fun little routine that includes some lower body work.

Core: Power & Flow: Jessica leads this standing & floor core routine. Exercises include: side leg raise, unique standing knee pull, large figure 8′s, runners knee pull, v sit w/ crescent kick, bridge crunches, sit up & punch, side plank w/ arm & leg circles, plank pikes, and superman elbow pulls. Includes some great balance work & lots of unique moves.

Relax: Movement & Stillness: Guillermo leads this chi gong inspired routine & Jessica works out with him. Exercises include: chi breathing techniques, active stretching, purification breathing exercises, chataranga, up dog, low runners lunge to a balance warrior, and concludes with a seiza seated relaxation position. This is a very unique segment- great for relaxation.

I rate these workouts intermediate but are appropriate for most all fitness levels. Both instructors do a fantastic job w/ form pointers & their cuing is spot on. Tons of variety & time options and so many unique and fun exercises! I really enjoyed all the segments & see myself using this dvd a lot. I received this dvd to review.

For More Information:
Visit the Yin Yang Workout website
Like Yin Yang Fusion on Facebook
Like Sensei Guillermo Gomez on Facebook

Posted by Two Belles at 5:05 am

e.l.f. Cosmetics Holiday Gift Sets RAVE!!!!!

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Nov 29 2011

e.l.f. (eyes lips face) cosmetics offers something for everyone! At wonderfully afforadble prices and in tons of shades & formulas! Just in time for the holidays, e.l.f. has some gorgeous holiday sets- priced just right and available at retailers near you!

The belles are huge fans of all things makeup so when the chance to review e.l.f. cosmetics came up- I jumped at the chance. e.l.f. is an absolute favorite cosmetics brand. I love that they offer so many vibrant, muted, toned up and toned down shades for your eyes, lips, and face! Everything you need to complete your look! Get the Holiday Palette below for 50% off, free shipping on orders over $25 using code ‘ship25′ at checkout, and receive a free mini! Dont miss out!!! e.l.f. has gifts starting at only $3.00! Check out their website, or visit your local Target stores for many of the e.l.f. products!

e.l.f  Studio Holiday 144- Piece Ultimate Eyeshadow Palette:

The e.l.f  Studio Holiday 144- Piece Ultimate Eyeshadow Palette is now on sale for 50% off- that’s only $15 for 144 full sized eyeshadows (regularly $30!).  The perfect gift for yourself or a loved one (and they will LOVE YOU if you get them this!) this palette contains 144 unique shades- literally something for everyone. Perfect to mix and match and so much variety- go from a day in the office to a night on the town all in one self contained palette!

The e.l.f. limited edition Ultimate Eyeshadow Palette features 144 gorgeous shades to create endless eye looks for the makeup artist in all of us. From bright blue hues to perfect plums, rich neutrals and sparkling charcoals, these long-lasting, pigmented shadows are ideal for creating vivid day and night looks that reflect your personal style. Discover beautiful eyes with the Ultimate Eyeshadow Palette! This sleek palette comes packaged in a sparkling silver glitter box for instant holiday glam! The d i mensions are: closed: 11″ x 9″ x .625″ and open: 11″ x 18″ x .25″. Limited Quantities Available- especially at this price so act fast! The price sticker peels off quick & easy for great gift giving! Check out the e.l.f. website for application tips !

e.l.f. 24K 47-Piece Makeup Clutch: The e.l.f. 24K 47-Piece Makeup Clutch is the perfect all in one self contained super adorable clutch- for everything your eyes, lips, and face needs to look hot hot hot this holiday season- and year round! Makes a fabulous gift or a great buy for yourself! The 24K Makeup Clutch includes 32 Eyeshadows, 6 Lip Colors, 2 Blushes, 1 Bronzer, 1 Eyebrow Powder, 1 Eyebrow Cream, 1 Face Shimmer, AND 3 Dual Ended Eyeshadow Applicators! Literally everything you need to look your best! And so many gorgeous shades to choose from- this beautiful sturdy clutch is sure to please this Christmas!

Be fashionably beautiful wherever, whenever with this beautiful sturdy clutch! Ideal for the woman on-the-go, this luxurious hard-sided 24K 47-Piece Makeup Clutch provides all the makeup essentials to take your look from day to night. Open the limited edition 24K signature gold clutch to reveal an array of 32 pigmented eyeshadows on top and a pull-out tray with blushes, bronzer, eyebrow cream, and lip colors! You’ll always be prepared for any occasion with this must-have makeup accessory. The luxury design of the 24K 47-Piece Makeup Clutch makes this a keepsake so you’ll always feel glamorous with each and every use! The d imensions are: c losed 6.5″ x 4″ x .875″ and open 6.5″ x 8.5″ x 4.25″.  Limited Quantities Available- so act fast!!! Check out the e.l.f. website for application tips!

e.l.f. Gem Tools:

The e.l.f Gem Tools line includes tons of glamorous gem covered brushes & tools for all your application & perfecting needs! The Gem Tools come in super hot colors like diamond, purple, and pink! Grab a big kabuki brush, an eyelash curler, an eyeshadow brush, tweezers, nail file, or more- better yet get an entire set for all your eye, lip, and face needs! Each fabulous gem tool comes in your choice of colors (purple, diamond, or pink) and e.l.f. literally has a tool for every need- foundation, eyeshadow, powder, blush, and more! The perfect stocking stuffer at a fantastic price! Sure to please your friends & family and yourself! Give your significant other a hint & send him the e.l.f. weblink so you are sure to be happy Christmas morning! Visit the e.l.f. website for brush application tips & helpful hints.

For more information:
Visit the e.l.f. website
Like e.l.f. on Facebook
Follow e.l.f. on Twitter
Subscribe to the e.l.f. YouTube Channel

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.

Posted by Two Belles at 5:05 am

Toby Massenburg: Max 30 Review and Giveaway

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Nov 28 2011
Toby Massenburg: Max 30 Details and Review

Max 30 , just released in October of 2011, is the premiere workout of newcomer fitness trainer Toby Massenburg. Max 30 is designed to give you the maximum workout in the minimum amount of time. The DVD includes three focused workouts – Max Sculpt, Max Cardio and Max Core – each accessible individually from the main menu. Toby is joined by two background exercisers. For the Sculpt workout you will need to two sets of dumbbells – medium and heavy; for the cardio workout you will need a step. You will also need to have water on hand and an exercise mat for te core workout depending on your workout surface.

Max 30 – Sculpt begins with a brief warm-up designed to gradually raise the heart rate, wake up the body and get the body ready to move. Once the warm-up is complete, the rest of the workout is built around six blocks of timed drills. The exercises within each drill are performed for sixty seconds and each block is approximately seven minutes long. Each of the blocks is set up to include a base lower body exercise followed by a MAX version of the exercise. This is then followed by a base upper body move followed by a MAX upper body move. Each of the exercises is performed for thirty seconds. For the final sixty seconds, Toby combines the base lower body and upper body move for thirty seconds followed by a combination of the MAX lower and upper body move. In between, Toby offers a thirty second rest while he sets up and demonstrates the upcoming exercise. The workout concludes with a cooldown and stretch.

Max 30 – Cardio is set up in a similar fashion to the Max Sculpt workout. The workout begins with a brief followed by six blocks of timed cardio drills. Toby uses a step to amp up the intensity in the cardio workout. Each block consists of of thirty seconds of a base move followed by a MAX move; then he introduces a new base move and MAX move. He then combines the two base moves for thirty seconds followed by the two MAX moves to complete the block. The workout concludes with a well-deserved cool down and stretch segment. Also included on the DVD is a bonus ten minute core routine that is a great add-on to the cardio or sculpt workout.

Max 30 is an efficient time-saving workout with three great workouts to choose from. builds Each of the blocks will challenge your strength, endurance and cardio capacity throughout the workout. Toby Massenburg does an excellent job leading the workout, is a motivating instructor, with a great on-screen presence. He does a great job cuing the workout and demonstrating the move before the drill begins. Toby is also an encouraging instructor offering motivation and support when you need it the most. Toby, who you may recognize as a background exerciser from many Paul Katami and Patrick Goudeau workouts, made it to the head of the class and to the top shelf of my workout collection; I can’t wait for more workouts from him in the future.

Toby Massenburg: Max 30 Giveaway

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To enter, visit Total Max Fitness and leave a comment telling me something you have learned.

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#Enter to #Win Max 30 #Giveaway from @2BellesFitness courtesy of @TotalMaxFitness http://bit.ly/tda7VD

GOOD LUCK!

This giveaway begins 11/28/11 and will end on 12/9/11 @ 11:59 p.m PST and is open to US residents only. Winner will be chosen randomly via random.org. An email notification will be sent to the email address provided by the winner with 48 hours to respond. Failure to do so will result in a new winner being selected. Please see Terms and conditions for full giveaway rules.

Disclaimer: Total Max Fitness provided me with a copy of Max 30 to review. I received no other compensation and I was under no obligation to review it if I so chose. Nor was I under obligation to provide a positive review in return for the free workout. Giveaway retail value is $19.99.

Posted by Two Belles at 5:00 am

WINNERS! Nuts About Granola & I <3 Trader Joes Cookbook

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Nov 27 2011

Congrats to the winner of the I <3 Trader Joes Around the World Cookbook : Cassie Moreno who said love Italian food! Cassie

And congratulations to the Nuts About Granola Giftcard is:

Barb S who said: I already subscribed to Two Belles

The winners have been emailed and have 72 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!

Posted by Two Belles at 5:08 am

EdenFantasys Now Presents a New Line of Bath and Beauty Products

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Nov 26 2011
Potential adult content below! Proceed at your own risk.
But dont worry, nothing too risky and is all presented with utmost taste.
Sex toys - EdenFantasys adult toys store

EdenFantasys is an adult novelty store that sells beautiful lingerie, adult toys, massage oils, gift cards, and candles. You will find user reviews of their products. They also offer a FREE gift with every order and FREE US shipping with all orders over $59.00. And, don’t worry, you will always receive discreet shipping & billing – a great way to surprise your significant other or keep your purchase private. If you have an upcoming bachelorette party – EdenFantasys is THE perfect place to get all your gift and party supplies.  Or give the bride-to- e a giftcard and let her & her groom do some fun couples shopping together!

Edenfantasys offers SO many cool items and while Sex toys aren’t for everyone, EdenFantasys.com also carries a large selection of sensual and romantic products, like candles, spa items, massage oils, and cute lingerie items!!! And now they have extended their product line to also include bath and beauty products . So, if you have been hesitant to take a peek, here are some new items that you will now find available at EdenFantasys:

Bella in Bloom Face and Eye Palettes

Now available from EdenFantasys are beautiful and colorful face and eye palettes which come in three spectacular color palettes: Papillion – berries and flattering pinks and plums, Belle Jardin – pinks and blushes and Tropique – shimmering bronzes and peaches, the face palettes come with shades for the eyes, lips and cheeks. These palettes are super-portable just what the fashion jet-setter needs – always ready to grab and go perfect to take you from day to night or on a romantic getaway. The eye shadow palettes, also available in three color choices, Anabelle, Lola and Peony, offer a color selection that ranges from peach to purples, each palette includes eight eye shadow colors and a dual-ended eye shadow applicator.


Bella Il Fiore Walnut Sugar Scrub

No shower can be without Bella’s Sugar, Sugar, Walnut Sugar Scrub. It is a wonderfully refreshing and exhilarating, exfoliating - yet gentle – scrub for the whole body. The Bella Sugar, Sugar scrub boasts a tantalizing yet subtle almond and coconut scented scrub and is infused with natural oils. The eye-opening peppermint and soothing extracts will pamper your skin. It gently exfoliates and cleanses, leaving your skin smooth and fresh and ready for a romantic evening ahead.

Vanilla Snowman Glistening Trio

And, just in time for the holidays, you will find holiday-inspired gift sets – great for you or that special someone in your life. The Vanilla snow woman glistening trio includes a creamy body wash, smoothing body mousse and a pink icicle lip gloss. Your skin will glisteen this holiday season with this limited edition set of vanilla scented delights. Use the body wash in a bubble bath or on your loofah sponge and replenish skin while you cleanse with the body wash. After, treat your entire body and nourish your skin with the body mousse. Finish everythibg off and keep your lips looking winter wonderful with a swipe of the sheer pink icicle lip gloss which hydrates your lips and leaves it with a gentle sparkle and soft shine.


So what will you order from EdenFantasys? Will you indulge in something just for you?

For more information about EdenFantasys:
Visit the EdenFantasys website
Like EdenFantasys on Facebook
Follow @EdenFantasys on Twitter

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.

Posted by Two Belles at 5:39 am

Fitness For the Rest of Us Giveaway: Kicking Horse Coffee!

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Nov 25 2011
As you all know I am a huge coffee lover and am also a huge fan of all things organic! Meet Kicking Horse Coffee- a certified organic coffee company that offers a variety of delicious coffees! Enter to win your own bag of Kicking Horse Coffee Kick Ass Coffee on Fitness For the Rest of Us!

Kicking Horse Coffee is available at retailers throughout Canada and US, on their Kicking Horse Coffee Online Store as well as on Amazon.com .

The winner of this fantastic & delicious giveaway will take home their very own (super cute) aluminum Kicking Horse Coffee tin full of their yummy full bodied Kick Ass Coffee blend. This blend is an extreme bold and tastes like gourmet espresso-yay! The name says it all: carpe diem, play to win, no regrets. This roast is popular with athletes (and at home exercisers!!!) who’d rather enjoy a good cup of coffee than choke down and energy drink before their workout. A fantastic blend of Indonesian & Central American beans that is guaranteed to kick some sense into you! Delicious taste and smell. I have found a new love!

How do you know you are getting the best tasting, organic coffee from Kicking Horse Coffee? Heres how: They choose ONLY Organic Fair Trade Arabica beans! They love coffee! They love roasting coffee, they love packaging coffee! They source the beans, roast them, “cup” them to ensure quality, and package them for fresh delivery. Thats how! Showing their coffee love in each and every step of the process guarantees we get a delicious cup each and every time!

Kicking Horse Coffee has you covered for all your coffee & more needs:

Their awesome gift sets and coffee brewing equipment are priced wonderfully and would make fabulous Christmas gifts! Perfect for the cold winter weather, Kicking Horse Coffee: teas, coffees, gift packs, mugs, and chocolates!

Want to win a super cute tin filled with super yummy Kicking Horse Kick Ass Coffee? Enter on Fitness For the Rest of Us!

Entries will be accepted until 11:59 pm on 12/2 and the winner will be selected using random.org random number generator and annouced on 12/4. Remember 2 entries = 2 comments (so for blogging about this you would leave 5 separate comments). Contest open to US & Canada! Good Luck!

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 shipping errors, postage errors, damage in transit, or undelivered prizes.
Posted by Two Belles at 5:18 am

SMOKIN' DEALS: Spend Black Friday On-Line not IN LINE!

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Nov 24 2011
Here are some hot hot Black Friday deals that you can enjoy from the comfort of your warm home in your pajamas. No need to fight the crowds, get up early, and wait in long lines!!!!
For More Information & to score these great deals:

Visit the geoGIRL website
Visit the VMV Hypoallergenics website
Visit the e.l.f. website
Visit the Borba website
Visit the Somme Institute website
Visit the Laura Gellar website
Posted by Two Belles at 5:39 am

Stay Cool GIVEAWAY: Cool Lunch Bags & Tofutti Dairy Free

Closed Giveaways , Health 104 Responses »
Nov 23 2011

Heres your chance to STAY COOL with these two hot items! The Belles LOVE Cool Lunch Bags - the perfect way to keep your lunch cool and healthy! And what better to put in your Cool Lunch Bag but some delicious and nutritious Tofutti goods! Keep reading & enter below for your chance to win!


Cool Lunch Bags : Cool Lunch Bags are a MUST have for every office worker, student, and active person on the go. Cool Lunch Bags are lead free and come with a handy inside pocket perfect for the included but removable freezer pack. They also have a nice adjustable strap for easy carrying. Super versitilie, cool when you need it and remove the freezer pack when you dont. Save the environment & save yourself money & quit using brown bags! Add some style and flair with a cute Cool Lunch Bag.

I seriously use mine all the time! I bring it to work every day and just this weekend- used it to lug around my snacks & water when I was running from appointment to appointment.  We all know that bringing our own lunch & snacks with us saves us money and saves us calories- so I highly recommend getting yourself a Cool Lunch Bag so you can keep your lunch, water, and healthy snacks fresh & safe for hours! Cool Lunch Bags come in a variety of sizes- so there really is something for everyone, every appetite, and every meal! And in a huge assortment of styles & colors- you are sure to find something you love. Check out the Cool Lunch Bags website to view their huge assortment of super economical lunch solutions.  The winner of this giveaway will win a Cool Lunch Bag of their very own!

Tofutti Dairy Free:

I dont even know where to begin with my Tofutti LOVE!!! Tofutti offeres a huge variety of dairy free products that are so incredibly delicious! Try one and we know youll love it! Some of my favorites: Vanilla Almond Bark frozen dessert, Garlic & Herb Better than Cream Cheese, Tofutti Pan Crust Pizza Pizzazz, and of course their Key Lime Tofuttie Cuties- just to name a few! All dairy free, all delicious. Perfect treats for all the non-dairy eaters in your life. Both DH really cant handle much dairy so we LOVE LOVE LOVE all things Tofutti! Such a life saver, when you really want that ice cream sandwich- all the flavor none of the dairy!

Tofutti ‘s ice cream like pint size desserts have been available around the country for years- they are available at my local grocer even! Not only are the Tofutti products amazingly delcious they are also healthy and full of soy protein!  Soy protein is known to lower blood cholesterol and reduce the rates of coronary heart disease, osteoporosis, cancer – breast, colon, and prostate – and fewer menopausal symptoms. Several components of soybeans, including protein, fiber, calcium, essential fatty acids, and isoflavones, offer the potential to promote health and prevent diseases. Genistein, an isoflavone found in high concentrations in soy foods, is thought to play a key role in many of the potential health benefits. The daily recommending dose of isoflavones (the active ingredient in soy) is 40 milligrams. This equals 3/4 cup tofu or 11/2 cups of soy milk. The winner of this giveaway will take home some Tofutti coupons for free Tofutti products!

Want to stay cool by wining these fantasticly cool items? Enter here!

Mandatory Entry: Tell us why you want to win this giveaway Optional Entries: After compelting mandatory entry above

#win @2bellesfitness Tofutti & Cool Lunch Bag #giveaway http://www.twobellesfitness.com/?p=3290
Entries will be accepted until 11:59 pm on  12/2/2011 and the winner will be selected using random.org random number generator and annouced on  12/4/2011. Contest open to US Residents (No PO Boxes)! 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.
Posted by Two Belles at 4:52 am

Martial Fusion LIQUID LIVE - An Interactive Fitness Concert Experience - December 15th, Miami

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Nov 22 2011

For everyone in the Miami area- this is too good to miss! Mark your calenders & get your tickets now. This interactive fitness event sounds amazing! I WISH I could attend!!!


For the first time ever in Miami, Martial Fusion presents an interactive, fitness concert experience:

MARTIAL FUSION LIQUID LIVE
This powerful, energetic workout is set to a live electronic band, drummers and dancers, and led by martial arts fitness expert Sensei Guillermo Gomez.

Tickets are $15.00 per person and available at:
http://www.martialfusion.com/apps/webstore/products/show/1822962

Location: DAF Studio 1501 SW 8 ST 2nd Floor Miami FL, 33135.
Date: December 15th 2011
Time: 7:00pm
Parking: Street free parking
Phone: (305) 381-5200
Join us for this rejuvenating and re-energizing experience and prepare for 2012!

Sensei Guillermo Gomez is available for interviews before and after the event. All press welcome to attend.

To schedule an interview, or have Sensei appear in your publication or show, please contact: martialfusion@twobellesfitness.com

For More Information:
Check out the Martial Fusion website
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Posted by Two Belles at 5:09 am

Fitness For the Rest of Us: ZONE Diet GIVEAWAY (2 Weeks of ZONE Food 3 Winners!)

Health , Motivation , Nutrition No Responses »
Nov 21 2011

I recently had the pleasure to review the Zone Diet ! I started last Monday. I have not been hungry-that is my #1 pet peeve. Well more than a pet peeve- I wont do it, and it wont work for me if I have to be hungry. I absolutely despise being hungry so the Zone Diet is making a FABULOUS impression on me (and my scale-wooooot!)! The ZONE Diet magic is that they replace carbs with protein in their breads, pastas, granola’s, and other delicious ZONE Diet products!

Enter to be one of THREE WINNERS who will take home TWO weeks of zone meals (breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and snacks) on Fitness For the Rest of Us .


Keep Reading and enter to win TWO weeks worth of Zone Diet foods! Everything you need to whip yourself into shape before the holidays start! This is a $179.00 retail value prize package and there will be THREE WINNERS ! You wont want to miss out! I am seriously considering purchasing another round of ZONE Diet foods to keep up this momentum- I seriously adore not being hungry :) The food tastes good- love the bagels, granola, and cookies (YUM) the most- but am really enjoying it all. The super easy recipes are fast and dont require a ton of extras- mostly just produce.


The Zone Diet foods ( soft pretzels, flat breads, cookies, pasta, orzo, granola, bagels , and other delicious foods) replace the carbs with protein! Making otherwise off limits foods not only available to you at every meal but now good for you! One thing I really really like about the plan is that since the Zone Diet foods have the protein built in- you dont have to add in expensive proteins to your meals (chicken breast & salmon filets are not cheap!) And because the Zone Diet foods contain protein- you stay fuller longer!!! The Zone Diet comes complete with everything you need: Zone Diet foods for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a daily snack, a meal plan, a recipe book, and Zone Diet vitamins. Check out the huge variety of delicious & filling Zone Diet food options.

Keep reading for more information about the Zone Diet:

See and feel the difference in just 2 weeks!

Weight loss has never been easier. You are eating the foods you like to eat and not feeling hungry between meals. That’s the Zone promise. Each ZoneFast™ Weight-Loss Package contains a variety of popular breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack items along with our structured meal planner to help you get acquainted with preparing your Zone meals and put you on the fast track to losing weight.

What is the Zone Diet?

Surprisingly, it is not what you think. The Zone Diet is a way of life that helps you lose fat and increase wellness by reducing cellular inflammation. It’s cellular inflammation that is the underlying cause of not only weight gain and the acceleration of chronic disease, but also the reason behind decreasing physical, emotional, and mental performance.
The Zone Diet was developed by Dr. Barry Sears, one of the world’s leading authorities on the hormonal effects of food and their effect on cellular inflammation. At Zone Labs we continue to create a number of unique dietary products that make it easier to follow the Zone Diet. If you want to retake control of your life, then reducing cellular inflammation is your necessary first step. When you are ready, we can help.
Zone Protein
The secret of weight loss lies in continual hunger control. Zone Protein makes this possible with the least effort on your part. Our patented baking technology creates Zone Protein by cross-linking carbohydrates to protein. All of our Zone Foods contain 14 grams of Zone Protein.
Want to win two weeks of ZONE Diet foods? Enter to be one of THREE WINNERS who will take home TWO weeks of zone meals (breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and snacks) on Fitness For the Rest of Us . Entries will be accepted until 11:59 pm on 11/25/11  and the winner will be selected using random.org random number generator and annouced on 11/27. Contest open to US Residents! Good Luck!
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.
Posted by Two Belles at 5:01 am

WINNERS: Sun Protection Zone & VMV Hypoallergenics

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Nov 20 2011

Congrats to the winner of the Sun Protection Zone short sleeve rash guard: Marysa N. who said: “I follow you on Twitter (Marysa1)”

And congratulations to the VMV Hypoallergenics prize pack winner: mary fallon who said: “i follow on fb…”

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!

Posted by Two Belles at 5:06 am

Ayala’s Herbal Water: Exciting Developments, Discounts, & Promos!

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Nov 19 2011

There are lots of exciting developments underwa yat Ayala’s Herbal Water….

  • Their new 12oz Sparkling Ayala’s Herbal Water will be available in our online store over the next 2 weeks, just in time for the holidays !
  • Their new 12oz Sparkling bottles just won the Best New Beverage Award at Kosherfest 2011
  • They are working with Rafflecopter to put together a special promotion…stay tuned!
  • From now until 11/24 they’re offering a Thanksgiving Special :  Buy any three cases in our online store and apply code FREE4 at checkout to receive a free 4-bottle sampler pack of their new 12oz Sparkling flavors!
  • Finally, they’re looking to hear your tried and true advice on how to stay healthy this holiday season… Post your healthy holiday tip , vote on the best advice, and win a free case of any Ayala’s Herbal Water product.  Contest ends December 16 th - check out the Contest tab at http://www.facebook.com/HerbalWater .

For more information:

Posted by Two Belles at 5:08 am

Win, Lose, or Blog Tropical Traditions Massage Oil Giveaway!

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Nov 18 2011
Head on over to Win, Lose, or Blog and enter to win Tropical Traditions Massage oil. Super low entries! Ends Saturday so hurry over!
I told you how much I loved their massage oil here and how one of our lucky Season 6 contestants will be getting a bottle of their own…well our friends at Tropical Traditions have offered to give another bottle to one of our lucky readers!
“Our [Tropical Traditions] massage oils are a unique combination of oils and esters that are not processed with high heat or solvents that have been developed by a professional massage therapist. These oils provide superior glide yet work well for massage. They are made from our own organic Virgin Coconut Oil and Virgin Palm Oil , and include organic jojoba oil. No other products on the market are made with finer oils as their base. Tropical Traditions Virgin Coconut Oil is traditionally made from fresh organic coconuts, and independent laboratory tests show that it has a higher level of antioxidants than other coconut oils.”

Their massage oil is available in lavender, mint, arnica or unscented.
Like I said in my full review, I love the feel of this stuff, not greasy at all. This will make a great stocking stuffer!
So who’s ready to win some Tropical Traditions massage oil?? Enter on Win, Lose, or Blog !
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 can not be held responsible for shipping errors, postage errors, damage in transit, or undelivered prizes.
Posted by Two Belles at 5:18 am

Fitness For the Rest of Us Giveaway: Bacon Hot Sauce (YUM)

Bargains , Nutrition No Responses »
Nov 17 2011
Ok everyone loves bacon and everyone loves hot sauce so the marriage of the two certainly equals total bliss:  enter Bacon Hot Sauce .  Head on over to Fitness For the Rest of Us and enter to win your very own bottle of Bacon Hot Sauce.

I LOVE hot sauce, DH & I seriously put it on everything. I also am a big fan of the smokey flavor of bacon- but I dont really eat much of it because its so fatty. DH- HUGE bacon lover! So we were ecstatic at the opportunity to review Bacon Hot Sauce. We both LOVE it. Hands down LOVE it!!!! I love that I can add authentic bacon taste to my food without having to add actual fattening (artery clogging) bacon! The taste is wonderful, smokey, rich, spicy but not overly so and adds that yummy bacon kick to all your foods!
I love using it in cooking- I tried in burgers YUM, that I topped with jack cheese on a nice whole wheat bun. I also used it my collard greens - which was AMAZING. I left the actual bacon out entirely in this batch and surprise surprise DH loved it- didnt complain or even notice that there was no actual bacon in them! Thats a score on sneaking in healthy food to DH’s diet! I also added it to the mac & cheese I made over the weekend and let me tell you -it was the best batch ever!
Tastes great on mac & cheese, greens, chicken, rice, in a bloody mary, on vegetables, you name it- its wonderful! Be sure to visit the Bacon Hot Sauce recipe section to find tons of great ideas on how to use Bacon Hot Sauce. Just a few splashes of Bacon Hot Sauce for those that are not fans of spicy to add flavor and zest, or pile it on for the lovers of spice!
Want to win a bottle of Bacon Hot Sauce? Head on over to Fitness For the Rest of Us and enter to win your very own bottle of Bacon Hot Sauce.


Entries will be accepted until 11:59 pm on 11/18/11  and the winner will be selected using random.org random number generator and annouced on 11/20. Contest open to US Residents! Good Luck!

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.

Posted by Two Belles at 5:07 am

Giveaway: Nuts About Granola

Closed Giveaways , Health , Nutrition 80 Responses »
Nov 16 2011

Introducing a fabulously delicously granola company: Nuts About Granola. Nuts About Granola remains a small mother/daughter owned granola company dedicated to providing the freshest, wholesome granola served straight from the oven to your bowl! Keep reading and enter to win a $10 Nuts About Granola gift certificate so you can choose which delicious variety you want!

Nuts About Granola is so tasty and available in a large variety of flavors and varieties- the mother daughter team offers up something for everyone! We love to support small businesses and watch them flourish and Nuts About Granola is a fabulous example of living the American dream of operating their own business.

I had the pleasure of reviewing the Nuts About Granola College Staple (aka peanut butter & jelly sandwich) and let me tell you it is AMAZING! I am a huge PB&J lover so to get all the flavor of a classic PB&J sandwich in a healthy granola – well I was one happy camper!!!

Next on my list is their Elizabethtown College Carrot Cake Granola- YUM! Combining the healthy benefits of granola with the delcious flavor of carrot cake- WIN WIN!

They offer a huge variety of seasonal varieties that change with each season- so check their website often so you dont miss delicious choices like Smores, Johnny Appleseed, Orange Creamsicle, and more! Nuts About Granola also has a gluten free variety and they offer Mexican Hot Chocolate for those chilly winter days. And the perfect gift option- a yummy trio pack containing Plain Jane, College Staple, and Lover’s Combo!

Want to win a $10 gift certificate for any of the wonderful Nuts About Granola products? Enter here:

Mandatory Entry: Visit the Nuts About Granola Website & tell me something you learned

Optional Entries: After compelting mandatory entry above

#win @2bellesfitness @NutsAboutGranol #giveaway http://www.twobellesfitness.com/?p=3231

Entries will be accepted until 11:59 pm on  11/25/2011 and the winner will be selected using random.org random number generator and annouced on  11/27/2011. Contest open to US Residents (No PO Boxes)! 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.
Posted by Two Belles at 5:00 am
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