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Hot Mama!! {Hotpants review} #hotinhotpants

 

WARNING!!! This review is not for the faint of heart those easily grossed out! This is review is going to be down and dirty and honest, so if you have issues reading about sweat, then you may want to skip this one!! :-) (But you’ll be sorry you did! ) :-)

Ok, that being said, I have to say this review is perhaps one of my favorites!! I cannot REAL Mom Recommend these enough!! Had to get that out at the beginning because I love them so much!  Holiday season is fast approaching us… and with that comes family gatherings, pictures, holiday parties, and seeing people we don’t often see… aka… wanting to look as good as possible! I have recently been on a great workout kick and have finally lost all the weight I gained with my baby. HOORAY!!!…. only took a year to do it! I haven’t been counting calories, but I have been trying to eat in moderation. I have been working out at the gym and at home between 3-6 days per week. I am finally getting back to all of my pre-pregnancy jeans and pants. The problem is, I have a whole other collection of jeans/pants that I wasn’t able to wear before I got preggers. A little story about me. Before I got PG, I was finishing school, during which I gained 20!!! pounds over the course of 2.5 years. So, all the cute things I had before school I could no longer wear. My goal has definitely been to get back to pre-baby weight/size, but also to really get back to pre-school size too! Right during all of this, I was generously given the opportunity to try a pair of revolutionary, brand new pants called HOTPANTS from Zaggora. (They are really shorts!) These shorts were designed by a company in England and hit the market this past July. They are designed to help you loose inches and also to decrease the appearance of cellulite. There is a 2 week challenge that the company issues to all who get these.  Lose 2 jean sizes in 2 weeks, doing the same routine, eating the same diet but wearing the product while you work out.  For real??? I was super skeptical, but of course agreed to try the Hot Pants. It took quite a little bit for them to arrive… They were coming from overseas after all!! When I got them, there was actually a clever little tag that said something about: “sorry for the wait, we think it was worth it and hope you will too!” The pants are made out of what looks similar to a wet suit material. I was instructed to wear them for two weeks during all my normal activities and also during exercise.  I couldn’t wait to get started! (This is me below in my hotpants!)

I have been doing resistance training along with the stair mill recently at the gym, which by itself always gets me really hot and sweaty. Well, the next day I wore these babies on the stairs. I wore them under my usual gym pants because my legs are super white and I don’t show fluorescent legs off! :-) Back to the stairs. When I was done, I was completely soaked, including two big spots on my upper thighs where the shorts end,  the lower part of my tank and also a rather embarrassing one on the bum! (see disclaimer above!) I kept my chin up and hoped no one noticed the latter one! When I got home, I immediately threw everything I was wearing in the washer on the hand wash cycle. These shorts are not to be washed regularly and are to be dried without heat as well, so I air dried them for 1.5 hours in the dryer on air fluff only. Once they were dried I put them back on and went about my business for the rest of the day.

 The rest of the two weeks went very similarly. I worked out 3 days the first week and 5  days the second week.  I put them on when I got up in the morning and took them off before bed. There was a 2 hour block where they were in the wash on workout days.  They fit just great under my jeans too, so I could wear them out and about as well. I measured myself before I started wearing them and then again at the end of two weeks, which was today! I have to say I was completely shocked!! I have lost 1 inch on my hips, 1 inch on my stomach and 3/4 inch on each thigh, and 1 pound. There may be a little error on where the tape was placed, but not only that, I can totally tell in my pants too! I had just bought some skinny jeans for the first time right before I started this, and when I bought them it took a few minutes to actually get into them… ya know what I’m talking about!! Well, now they slide right up! I’m thinking I could actually go down a size! And, on top of that, I just tried on a pair of pants I wore before I got married, (which is the smallest I’ve ever been) and they actually fit, although they are a little tight still. But this is incredible!!! I never would have thought this would be possible in two weeks!! I haven’t changed my eating at all either!  I promise what I’m telling you is my honest opinion. I wasn’t paid for this review, although I did get the Hot Pants in exchange for it. The company says that results vary from person to person, but I am insanely happy! I am taking a trip to Mexico in January and will definitely be wearing these through the holiday season and beyond! They are like my own secret weapon against the battle of the bulge!  If you are daring enough to try them, you won’t be sorry you did! Be prepared to sweat though! Not all day every day like I did on the stairs, but just running around each day I got pretty sweaty in the pants…. but to me it was well worth it!! Once again… Hot Pants come REAL Mom Recommended! Every woman who cares about her appearance should have a pair! Happy Sweating!! Thanks Zaggora!!

Hot Pants can be purchased online. For more infomation and to check out testimonials from other real women who’ve been wearing hotpants, follow them on facebook  and twitter!

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Happy Little Feet {GelThotics Review & Giveaway}

I love shoes!  I like high heels, running shoes, flats, wedges, boots, cheap, expensive….you name it!  If they go on my feet then I love them.  The only bummer part is just because the shoe is cute doesn’t mean that it is comfortable or healthy for you feet.

“GelThotics SupportXGel Inserts combine optimal therapeutic support and shock absorption with performance enhancement to relieve and prevent foot pain.”  These are really great because they are made to fit UNDER the insole in your shoe.  That way they aren’t slipping and sliding around.  If the insole doesn’t come out however, like pumps, they don’t slip and they are super comfy!  “The unique cobra-shaped design fits… into the limited space of the shoe without changing the fit.”  Wonderful!  AND they are available without a perscription.

But wait!  It gets even better!  Not only are the Made in the USA, but they don’t make your feet sweat and they don’t make your feet smell!  TADA! Genius!!

I put these in my least comfortable flats, the ones I wear because they match my outfit, and I went shopping.  I could go all day without my feet hurting in the least!  You better believe these will be present in my shoes on Black Friday!  Seriously, these made my feet feel great.  “GelThotics are Real Moms approved,” said my feet.
25% discount at the Kendall site by using promo code: twitter

Today Kendall GelThotics is giving one lucky reader…

a pair of inserts!
(You too can wear them on Black Friday…GelThotics Club!!) a $59.99 value

Here is how to enter:

1st entry-Mandatory-Go to GelThotics and tell us something you learned

1 entry-Go to GelThotics and tell us what size you need

1 entry- What shoes of yours need these inserts?

1 entry per day-Follow RMRV and GelThotics on Twitter and tweet the following: Win a pair of GelThotics SRP $59.99 @agiveawaydaily @gelthotics

2 entries-”Like” GelThotics on Facebook

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7 entries-Make a purchase from GelThotics

{You have until November 3rd @ 11:59 PM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only. This site receives free products and other forms of compensation for posting. See the Real Moms Real Views disclosure here.}

Work It! {Harbinger Fitness Review & Giveaway}

Like so many mamas out there in the world, I am trying so hard to get myself healthy and fit again! I was so excited when Harbinger Fitness very generously sent me a few of their amazing products to integrate into my workouts and keep me on the right track!

Harbinger Fitness, leader in fitness accessories since 1988. Manufacturing and supplying fitness pro shops, specialty fitness retailers, body builders, personal trainers, juice bars, sporting good stores, and the rehabilitation market with functional training tools.

balance I couldn’t wait to get a Balance Trainer and Women’s Pro Gloves from Harbinger Fitness!

I have always wanted to try a balance trainer as I have seen personal trainers using them in the gym quite a bit with their trainees! I learned from the Harbinger Fitness page that the Balance Trainer is “A safe and versatile Core Training tool, that helps develop core muscle groups while improving posture and balance.” My core is most definitely in need of some whipping into shape, so I just knew this would be a great addition to the little home gym I am slowly creating! This one little tool can be used in so many different ways; use standing, sitting, kneeling, laying down and in tandem with exercise equipment such as balls, resistance cables or two Balance Trainers at a time.” I really LOVE using it during my Lunges. I place one foot on the balance trainer and it makes my challenging lunge workout even progloves more intense! Wowza! One of my close friends uses her balance trainer at the park during her boot camp workouts! Yep, this little guy is a great size and easy to transport wherever you are going to be working out!

The Women’s Pro Gloves I received are so well made and cute, to-boot! They are most definitely a high quality glove with some nice pink detailing! This glove has so many wonderful features; “The palm design features abrasion resistant double leather construction surrounding a foam padding system to enhance comfort and increase durability. Adjustable wrist closure for customized fit.” Although these gloves are pretty thick, they are made from a stretchy ventilator mesh, allowing your hands and fingers to bend naturally while staying cool! I know these Women’s Pro Gloves are going to save my hands big time from calluses, and strain as I slowly get myself back into a good weight lifting routine!

Today, Harbinger Fitness is generously giving away a Balance Trainer and Women’s Pro Glove!

Want to win? Here’s how to enter!

Mandatory 1st Entry:

1)Visit Harbinger Fitness and take a look around! Come back and tell us your favorite item!

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Once the mandatory entry is completed you can gain additional entries from the following:

3 entries-Subscribe to RMRV emails or RSS feed.

5 entries- Follow Real Moms Real Views by Google Friends Connect.

1 entry: “Like” RMRV on Facebook!

1 entry: “Like” Harbinger Fitness on Facebook. {you can leave them a little love, if you wish!}

2 entries: Follow Harbinger Fitness on Twitter.

1 entry per day-Tweet the following and leave us your tweet link:

#WIN a Balance Trainer and Women’s Pro Glove from @HarbingerFit at @agiveawaydaily

2 entries: Comment on any non-giveaway post on RMRV!

5 entries- Blog about this giveaway and leave us the link.

Harbinger Fitness has an amazing variety of Fitness Gear & is Real Mom Approved!!

{You have until November 2nd @ 11:59 PM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only. This site receives free products and other forms of compensation for posting. See the Real Moms Real Views disclosure here.}

finding balance. {Gaiam Yoga Mat Giveaway}

Feeling healthy and fit is very important to me. For years I exercised almost daily and always  looked forward to it; it was a highlight in my day. Since having children, my exercise routine has taken a backseat to the play dates, housework, and generally constantly on the go lifestyle revolving around my children and family. By the time I get the kids in bed, I am too exhausted or have other things I need to get done and the exercise just doesn’t seem to happen. I really want to change that, make sure to carve out 30 minutes to an hour a day to focus on myself and my well being. I was so excited to receive a few amazing products from Gaiam, really helping me get my exercise routine back in place, and looking cute doing it!

Gaiam (pronounced “guy-um”), is a fusion of the words “Gaia” and “I am” Gaia, mother Earth, was honored on the Isle of Crete in ancient Greece 5,000 years ago by the Minoan civilization. This civilization valued education, art, science, recreation, and the environment and believed that the Earth was directly connected to its existence and daily life. The concept of Gaia stems from the ancient philosophy that the Earth is a living entity. At Gaiam, we believe that all of the Earth’s living matter, air, oceans and land form an interconnected system that can be seen as a single entity. The word Gaiam represents planetary awareness, preservation and support of the interconnectivity of all living things. By nurturing, protecting and respecting our planet, its natural resources and its inhabitants, we enrich our own lives and those of future generations.

At Gaiam we know that positive change comes from within. Our focus on personal development, health & wellness and global consciousness shows us this path to transformation. Here you’ll find inspirational media and solutions for healthy living, environmental wellness and renewal of spirit. Since 1988, our mission has been to reach those who share our values of commitment to the well-being of people and the planet.

gaiam I felt extremely lucky to receive exercise products from Gaiam.  I was sent Trudie Styler’s Core Strength Pilates DVD, a new Sol Shakti RubberYoga Mat, and a pair of Organic Yoga Leggings. Everything I need to get my booty in gear and work that necessary exercise back into my daily routine. There were several things I was immediately impressed with in each of these products. The Yoga mat has a great length, is a beautiful shade of red, and has a perfect thickness for using on our wood floors. The Yoga Leggins, well, they are super soft, nice and long for this tall girl, and super stylish with a great fit. So darling, in fact, I’ve worn them out to the park or running errands with the kids a few times. I am loving each of these products for a variety of reasons, so I guess I’ll just break it down for you!

shaki_mat The Gaiam Sol Shakti Rubber Yoga Mat {4mm}: I have had several different yoga mats throughout the years and this one is by far my favorite! First off, this yoga mat has a great cushion to it, allowing me to do my yoga and pilates on a wood floor without any discomfort. It is constructed of 100% natural rubber with a specialized stabilizing core that prevents bunching and stretching. The Sol Shakti Rubber Yoga mat has proven through several yoga workouts that it has great slip resistance, even when I get hot and sweaty, I am able to hold poses and not slide all over the place. I am also tall, 5 foot 10ish, and the length is perfect for me! This mat is offered in a variety of colors and is worth every cent!

Core Strength Pilates - 9.114Working out at home is the only way I am going to be able to consistently exercise. Whether it’s working it into my day during rest times for the kids or before or after they go to bed, I can strive to make it happen several times a week. Trudie Styler’s Core Strength Pilates: Wow! This DVD is an incredible workout! It is quite a challenge and after my first run through, I was left feeling exhausted, but so proud that I had hung in there and made it through…even if I was shaking like jello! This DVD is a great fusion of everything I love from pilates and yoga. It has constant motion, and really focuses on working each specific muscle group; while the movements are still fluid and focus on breath and lengthening your body and muscles. My body gets a nice stretch with this workout, as well as a fabulous burn! This was a great workout to get me back in the groove. It is challenging and inspiring all the way through. Each time I complete a session with Trudie, I feel stronger, more focused and accomplished. Ava even enjoys working out along side me and has become my little cheerleader keeping me going until the end of each workout!

Organic Cotton Long Leggings: There is nothing better than feeling cute while you are working out. I am always a little more motivated to exercise if I have something stylish to wear…is that odd? The Organic Cotton Long Leggins definitely have a great fit and feel fantastic! They are super soft and stretchy; compatible with all types of exercise but fabulous for pilates and yoga! I love wearing them and they have become a staple of my exercise wardrobe. I can even see working them into my day to day wardrobe, possibly under a tunic with some boots this fall! I may be adding a second pair to my Christmas list this year, they are that wonderful.

gaiam2 Gaiam has everything and anything you need to get back in shape or get your exercise routine back on track! Offering high quality products, it is a fantastic option for all your exercise gear needs! Thank you so much Gaiam for getting me back to something I really do love, have missed for so many years, and bringing balance back to my life.

Today, Gaiam is generously giving away one amazing Yoga Mat!

Want to enter to win? Here’s how!

1) Visit Gaiam and take a look around. Come back and tell us another product you would love to add to your workout collection!

Once the mandatory entries are completed you can gain additional entries from the following:

2 entries-”Like” RMRV on facebook

2 entries-’Like’ Gaiam on Facebook.

2 entries each: Follow RMRV and Gaiam on Twitter!

1 entry per day-Tweet the following and leave us your tweet link:

#WIN a yoga mat from @Gaiam @agiveawaydaily

5 entries- Blog about this giveaway and leave us the link.

5 Entries-Subscribe to RMRV emails or RSS feed.

You have until September 14th @ 11:59 PM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only.

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Playing it Safe {BikeGlow Review}

Do you remember the freedom you felt as a kid when you were allowed to have a “late night” outside?  Remember night games like kick the can and ghost in the grave yard?  I loved catching lightening bugs, too.  But here is new fantastic activity for your kids to do at night, and be safe while doing it! 

Meet BikeGlow!  This is an genius invention that is fun, convenient, and safe!  “The BikeGlow™ Safety Light provides 360 degree biking visibility. Running on 2-AA batteries, the BikeGlow™ frame light is a 10′ waterproof light tube that securely attaches to your bike’s frame. It features three lighting modes: Steady, Slow Flash, Fast Flash. So whether cars are behind you, in front of you, or coming from the side, you remain highly visible and much safer!”

This couldn’t have come at a better time.  Our mail was being delivered right as we were pulling away for a week long camping trip.  Low and behold, there was the BikeGlow waiting in the box for 4 anxious children to fight over it!  When I opened it, I was impressed that this simple little thing had so many conveniences, they really thought this one through!  Look at the pic and I will tell you what it is…the box at the top holds 2 AA batteries and is waterproof!  There is a special velcro piece that comes with it to attach it to the bike frame.  Then there is that light tube, itself.  it is 10 feet long and pretty skinny.  I honestly thought it would be a dull glow, but it is much brighter than I expected it would be!  You wrap the light tube around the frame of the bike and attach it with the included ties.  Next, you can chose from the light always on, slow flashing, or a fast flash.  It has an easy on and off button located on the back of the battery pack.  My kids couldn’t wait for it to get dark enough to turn on the lights, they all think they need on now, too!  Hailee wants Pink, April wants Purple, Austin wants Red, and little Mia “lubs” the Aqua. (they come in Red, Green, Blue, Aqua, Pink, Purple, Yellow, White)  I was pretty thrilled with the yellow we got.  It is so easy to see the bike and rider from quite a distance away.   We used it to have fun and make the bike look cool, but in all actuality, they are a great safety feature!  I hate pulling up on biker at night in the car and not seeing them til you are right on their tail.  Help your little bikers be safe with BikeGLow!

 

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Workout in comfort (Breeze Comfort yin yang sports bra giveaway)

I LOVE to workout! And I am addicted to workout clothes too! Whenever I go shopping, I always have to swing by the athletic department to see if there is something there to catch my eye, be it… yet another pair of workout pants, (a girl can never have too many!), or a super cute top or another sports bra. I swear it is almost an obsession! I promise I don’t wear them all day instead of real clothes…

So when Breeze Comfort generously offered me the chance to try something from the new line of sports bras, I jumped at the chance!

Recently featured on the The Today Show, Breeze Comfort highlighted styles from their new line of fashion-forward sports bras that features their patented Ventipad™ technology. They are not only comfortable; they come in multiple cute styles and colors. Celebrity wearers include:HollandRoden, Kirstie Alley, Pam Anderson, Kelly Osbourne, Tiffany Hines, and Heather Morris from Glee to name a few.

Breeze comfort features VentipadTM technology. The VentipadTM is a revolutionary invention in bra pad technology invented with ultimate breathability in mind. Unlike traditional bra pads, the VentipadTM has perforations throughout the padding, which allows the passage of air and moisture in the area around the chest.

Moisture wicking fabric alone in traditional, padded bras is not enough to create a truly breathable, high performance garment. The patented ventilation channels in the Ventipad enables increased air circulation to occur which allows for perspiration to evaporate more quickly. The result is less moisture and heat, making the wearer experience more pleasant.

Ultimately, staying cool and dry is the key to staying comfortable. The combination of the VentipadTM technology with existing breathable and moisture wicking fabric enables Breeze Comfort bras and sports bras to be truly breathable. Whether your activity level is low, medium or high impact, you will discover that Breeze Comfort bras, sports bras, and sports tops offer the ultimate in comfort, style and support.

I chose to try the mountain view sports bra, which is made with Supplex material for cotton like feel and lined with organic bamboo charcoal for anti-bacteria and anti-odor. I do a lot of running and need something that has good support. This bra was fantastic! Not only did I feel supported through my entire workout, I felt like it lived up to it’s claim of being breathable and moisture wicking! I workout at a high intensity and so I sweat alot (yuck!). I definitely felt drier at the end of my workout then I normally do with a regular sports bra! I also liked that the sides have adjustable closures so you can get a perfect fit. The pads also gave me a little bit of nice shaping, although I don’t really care about that when I’m working out. The only thing I didn’t like was that the pads, which are removable, were a tad hard to situate when I first put it on. They are removable though, so I can see why they would slide around and once I got them situated they stayed in place. All in all I was very impressed. There are a lot of styles to choose from for every activity level! They also have a line of padded bras for everyday wear too!

You can find them at: www.breezecomfort.com

Today we are giving away a Breeze Comfort Yin Yang sports bra!

Want to win?

Here’s how:

Mandatory 1st Entry- Visit Breeze Comfort then come back and tell us your favorite item or something you learned from their website.

Once the mandatory entries are completed you can gain additional entries from the following:

4 entries-“Like” breeze comfort on facebook.

2 entries- “Like” RMRV on facebook.

3 entries-Subscribe to RMRV emails.

3 entries-Follow breeze comfort on Twitter.

1 entry per day-Tweet the following and leave us your tweet link:

#Enter to win a Breeze Comfort yin yang sports bra at @agiveawaydaily

5 entries- Blog about this entry and leave us the link.

You have until August 29th @ 11:59 PM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only.

-Audrey

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Never To Early To Start {Hop-N-Healthy Review}

Hop-N-Healthy is a program designed to provide structured activities to keep your children active rather than turning into a couch potato. Their services are located in daycares and preschools all over Dutchess County.

This program teaches children healthy eating and exercise habits.  In today’s world these are two of the toughest habits to make….but think how much easier they would be to have it we all had started at an early age.

In a 30-40 minute age-appropriate P.E. class trained instructors will teach non-stop movement, singing, and dancing with colorful equipment and fun kid-friendly music.  Kids will use a variety of equipment including hoops, balls, soccer balls, basketballs, golf, bean bags, balloons, rhythm sticks, and parachutes.  Wish there were classes like that for adults! :)   These classes will build balance, coordination, motor skills, and physical and social skills. Kids, be sure to wear your sneakers because you are going to get funky!!

How awesome does this program sound!?  I think it is so important to help our kids stay healthy and to teach them the importance of a healthy and happy body.  Too many kids just sit at home and watch cartoons or play video games.  Too many children are eating fast food and too many desserts.  It is time to bring back the days where kids play all day, where kids wanted to be physically active all day long, and where kids snacked on fruits and veggies.

Ginny Leake is the Program Director/Owner of HOP-N-HEALTHY, Inc. She is a nationally certified AFPA Children’s Fitness Specialist and a Physical Activity Consultant for Head Start.  Ginny has been working with children for over 20 years as a gymnastics coach, choreographer, dance instructor, and children’s fitness professional.  She has also worked in the Ossining School District and at The Child Abuse Prevention Center in Poughkeepsie.  Ginny strives to inspire children to adopt life-long healthy habits, from the excitement of moving their bodies to the rewards of choosing nutritious foods.

Ginny says, “I finally found a way to combine my two passions, working with children and exercise! My hope is to teach children that daily physical activity is just as important as brushing their teeth! As a mother of 3 small children I share the same struggles of wanting my boys to experience fun programs but not always having the money to do so!  My goal was to create a program that doesn’t break the bank!!!  We are so proud to join in the fight against childhood obesity, and get kids moving in innovative ways to help them adopt the mindset of Fitness for Life!

Hop-N-Healthy
4 Partners Rd
Wappingers Falls, NY 12590

Call Us For A Free Demonstration!

845-392-5996
Ask For Ginny


Ginny@hopNhealthy.com

{All opinions are 100% mine.  I was compensated for this review.  Thank you Ginny for helping our children create healthy eating and exercise habits.}

Pump up your workout! {riiflex Dumbbells for Wii Review}

untitled Riiflex Dumbbells introduce a new way to add resistance to your Wii, and Wii Fit workouts. Add weight to both the Wii Remote and Wii Nunchuk and make your Wii Fitter.
Riiflex weights combine the durability you would expect from quality fitness gear, and innovative design you’ll appreciate each time you use these in your Wii, and Wii Fit exercise routines. The ergonomic grip provides secure control throughout a broad range of motions.

Our mission is to make exercise feel more like entertainment and less like work.

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We love video games around our house, especially ones that will get us moving! I have been trying to get back into a better work out routine mixing it up between the gym and home workouts, and I was so excited to get started with my riiflex dumbbells! I love using our Wii Fit to get exercise, especially with my  Biggest Loser friends! I have always felt that although I find the workout really challenging, my upper body needed a little bit more; more resistance! That is what the riiflex dumbbells give. Resistance. Each dumbbell is 2 pounds alone and 2.2 pounds with the controller or nunchuck. Both the Wii controller and nunchuck easily snap into the riiflex weight and you are ready to get started! Each controller stayed snugly in place throughout my workouts.  Initially I didn’t think that 2.2 pounds would make much difference during my workout, but I was SO wrong! I could really feel the resistance right away! PowerPlay_Riiflex05

I can tell that these weights are very well made. The surface is a colorful green rubber, matching the Wii Fit systems color scheme and feels amazing in your hand. So easy to grip. The dumbbells are an awesome addition to my Wii workouts as well as any random exercise I decide to do during the day! I can pick them up and do some lunges/bicep curls, or a set of jumping jacks holding the riiflex dumbbells. I can incorporate them into any exercise I want to do with or without my Wii! You will love everything about these dumbbells and honestly, they will make your time spent working out even more effective and efficient!

You can’t beat the price, $29.99 and you are all set! You can even get $5 off by entering the code “dumbbell” at checkout!  

Stay up to date with News and product information about the riiflex Dumbbells for the Wii by following riiflex on twitter or liking them on Facebook!

Opinions expressed in this post are strictly our own. We were not paid for this post. Thanks PowerPlay for providing the sample riiflex Dumbbells for Wii for this review.  amandasiggy4

burn baby, burn! {Melt it Off Giveaway} CLOSED

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It’s hard to fit exercise into my busy day. After receiving the Melt It Off! work out DVD’s I have really stuck to an exercise routine and have started looking forward to “me time” …with Mitch!

The secret of Mitch’s exercise program is leveraged core action, using Mitch’s calorie melting weapon, the G-Ball. Each of Mitch’s innovative exercises engages the core and radiates outward targeting every major muscle in your body to sculpt beautiful abs, strong lean arms and to lift and firm the buns and legs.
“Over the years since the Olympics, I’ve trained a lot of people. Other gymnasts, athletes and people that have never worked out before. And the first thing I teach them is that our strength to do just about anything comes right from our core.”

Mitch Gaylord won 4 Olympic medals and has been inducted into the Olympic Hall of Fame. He became the first ever American gymnast to score a perfect 10! From his knowledge of core training, he designed the Melt It Off system.
With Mitch’s 3 Day Melt It Off Kick Start, you can start on Wednesday and be a size smaller for the weekend. Guaranteed! In independent university testing, the average result was over 5 pounds and 1 size in just 3 days! {*RESULTS VARY}

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So Hollis’ first birthday is next week and I’m so sad to say i still have a good 40 pounds I need to loose of “baby weight”…or maybe it’s ice cream and pizza weight. Whatever it is, it needs to go NOW! I am guilty of not taking good care of myself since becoming a mom, putting my kids, household duties, etc before what I need to do for myself. Making the time to exercise is so hard for me, usually I try to fit it in after I get the kids to bed, but usually by then I’m so tired from the day that it doesn’t end up happening. I was so happy to receive Melt It Off! with Mitch Gaylord fitness program and couldn’t wait to try it! The DVD is complete with 4 different workouts targeting different areas along with the amazing G-Ball. There is a cardio burn & sculpt workout, Sizzlin’ Abs workout, High calorie melt, and the Melt in 10, all incorporating the G-ball to really target your core section! {P.S.  I love that Melt in 10 because if I don’t feel up for an hour workout, I always can make 10 minutes for exercise!}! The workouts are challenging and effective, all making me work hard! I exercised 5 days last week, using the Melt It Off videos and really felt a difference in my mood and energy level. It always makes me feel good to exercise and it’s amazing what a few days of exercise can do for your self esteem! Now I just have to stay on this good path! These videos are great and will definitely be incorporated into my new workout routine!

Today, Mitch is giving away one Melt It Off with Mitch Fitness Program!

Want to enter to win? Here’s how!

1st entry {madatory} visit Melt It Off! and tell us which product you are most interested in!

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1 Entry: For each non-giveaway post you comment on in our Chit Chat, product review, or DIY section. (up to 5!)

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You have until August 11th @ 11:59 AM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only. Winners will be chosen by random.org and will be contacted by email after the giveaways close. The winner will then have 48 hours to claim their giveaway by email. If the winner does not claim their prize within their 48 hour period, a new winner will be chosen. *All entries received after the cutoff time will be deleted prior to choosing a winner. Opinions expressed in this post are strictly our own. We were not paid for this post. Thanks Melt It Off with Mitch for providing the sample Melt It Off! workout DVD for this review. amandasiggy5

Protect Your Assets {Kalyx Giveaway} CLOSED

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I love, love, love working out!  I love getting sweaty, feeling energetic, and feeling like I just accomplished something great.  I even love wearing workout clothes.  They are comfortable…all except those dang sports bras.  They smash your chest into one flat loaf looking mass.  Then, they don’t give much support!  I have bought the $16.99 sports bras and I have bought the $44 ones.  It doesn’t matter the price or whether it is high impact or not…there is still bouncing going on!  Frustrating!  I don’t know about you girls, but I don’t want to be one of those runners that I see and think, “Oh  honey!  You have got to do something about those things or else you are going to give someone a black eye!”

Kalyx Technologies is out to fix this problem.  I first heard about Kalyx Technologies, Inc. when they were on ABC’s “Shark Tank.”  The thing that really caught my attention was when founder, Kimberly Cayce, said “When a woman exercises, balls are the only thing that should bounce.”  At that moment I thought, “AMEN!”  I was actually VERY surprised that the sharks didn’t back Kimberly up because women really need a good support sports bra.  I swear men made the ones I had bought because they are a joke!  When I found out I was going to have the opportunity to review a Kalyx sports bra I was so excited.  Finally there was hope for my chest!

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“Together with a team of experts, including athletes, architects, designers, engineers, reconstructive surgeons and textile developers, KALYX has created the world’s most advanced line of activity-specific encapsulated sports bras.  Created with K-FORCE Technology, KALYX Sports Bras incorporate revolutionary design, cutting-edge construction, and top-notch composition, creating an overall superior sports bra. KALYX Sports Bras have been engineered to work with a woman’s body depending on what type of activity she enjoys.”

K-FORCE is ultra-lightweight material made from recycled polyester fibers.  It is moisture-wicking, helping you stay cool and dry.  “By reclaiming and recycling the same plastic bottles many athletes drink from while exercising…(they) are helping to heal our planet by conserving energy, reducing landfill waste and cutting CO2 emissions.  Every KALYX sports bra keeps between three and five plastic drink bottles out of a landfill.”  Genius!

There are many different types of sports bras to choose from.  Just find the one that fits your sport (click on the word to take you the sports bra made for that sport):KALYX Vollyball

Are you a bigger chested woman and need more support?  Look at their “DD Diva” sports bra!

They also carry organic tees and lounge wear!

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imageKalyx sent me the “Extremist” sports bra.  The first two things that came out of my mouth was, “OOO!  Look at this color!  OOOO!  Feel how soft!”  My husband thought I was a little crazy to make him feel my new sports bra but he was impressed by how soft it was.  The next day I wore it to the gym to put it to the test.  I started by using the elliptical…after 1 hour I was still holding my head up high and was black eye free.  Then I hit a turbo kickbox class.  Now usually I am bouncing around like crazy, but since I want a good workout I just go and stay away from the windows where I could be seen by fellow gym goers.  This time I felt confident enough to stand anywhere because I knew my sports bra wouldn’t let me down.  I love my new Kalyx sports bra.  I fact, I am pretty sure I will NEVER go back to those crappy “swoosh” brand bras that lack support and cause chaffing on a long 8 mile run.

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Hollie received the “Centered” sports bra.  Here is what she had to say about it:

When I first checked it out I was amazed at how soft it felt. I have never seen or felt a sports bra like this. It has a nice v neck style but still gives me the support I need. It can also be reversed from snow white to grey, which I love. Two sports bras in one, you can’t beat that!  What a great feature Kalyx. I put this baby on and went to the gym for my aerobics class. It didn’t pull or pinch, it fit very comfortably. In fact I didn’t even notice I was wearing it as it was super comfy. I {heart} my new Kalyx sports bra and I am excited to try out their other styles. Thanks Kalyx for making the PERFECT sports bra for the active girl!Hollie

Not all sports bras are created equal…don’t settle!  “Your breasts deserve the best!”

Try one out for yourself!  Kalyx Technologies, Inc. is generously giving 20% off your purchase when you use the code: GIVEAWAY20 What are you waiting for…go get your own!

“PLAY LIKE A MAN, LOOK LIKE A WOMAN!”

Kalyx Technologies, Inc. is giving one lucky winner a sports bra of choice!

Here’s how to enter to win:

1st entry (mandatory): Go to GoKalyx.com and tell us your favorite sports bra and what color you would choose.

Earn additional entries by doing any of the following—up to 15 extra entries!: (submit a new comment for each qualifying entry)

1 entry per day: Follow Kalyx on Twitter and tweet the following:

@agiveawaydaily Win a Kalyx @goKALYX Sports Bra of your choice! http://tinyurl.com/gokalyx (ends 2/9)

1 entry: Become a fan of Kalyx on Facebook

1 entry: Become a follower of Real Moms Real Views using google friend connect

1 entry: Become a fan of Real Moms Real Views on Facebook

2 entries: Sign up for Kalyx’s newsletter (bottom left of their website)

2 entries: Subscribe to Real Moms Real Views emails

3 Entries: Head over to The Bragging Mommy and enter her Holey Donuts Giveaway!

5 entries: Make a purchase from Kalyx Technologies, Inc. (don’t forget to use the discount code!)

You have until Tuesday February 9th @ 11:59 AM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only. Winners will be chosen by random.org and will be contacted by email after the giveaways close. The winner will then have 48 hours to claim their giveaway by email. If the winner does not claim their prize within their 48 hour period, a new winner will be chosen. *All entries received after the cutoff time will be deleted prior to choosing a winner. Opinions expressed in this post are strictly our own. We were not paid for this post.

Crissa

Thanks Kalyx Technologies, Inc. for providing the sample “Extremist” sports bra for this review and giveaway.

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