Therapearl Review + 2nd Weightloss Competition Sponsor

I have always had neck and back issues, so when Therapearl offered a review of their Neck Wrap I was all over it!

I was really impressed with the fact that you could use it hot OR cold! This is great when it has been recommended to alternate between the two!






You can see that it is shaped especially for the neck and shoulder area, so it stays on perfectly! It is also really easy to bend, even when its frozen!

"THERA°PEARL is the doctor-designed, drug-free way to relieve pain and inflammation associated with muscle strains and sprains, swelling from surgery, spa treatments and allergies, and a host of other pain-producing conditions. All natural, hypoallergenic and non-toxic, THERA°PEARL packs use an innovative Pearl Technology that absorbs and delivers heat and cold for the doctor recommended 20 minutes of highly effective therapy. Their dual action provides twice the therapeutic benefit in a single pack: users can start with ice to reduce swelling and bruising, then switch to heat for penetrating pain relief."

Therapearl is even giving me one of these guys to give away to a lucky winner! I think this is the PERFECT addition to an increase in exercise!  Join our weight loss competition here to get a chance at this bad boy! Or get your own here 

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Fit Friday: Bskinz Review + Introducing Our First Weightloss Competition Sponser

Welcome back to Fit Fridays!  I thought the perfect post for today, would be to feature one of our Weightloss Competition prize sponsers!

Bskinz apparel and accessories are a great way to add sass to your workout attire!  I have to wear black and white to work, so I LOVE neon for my workouts! A HUGE plus is that all their products are made in the USA! WOO! They have SUCH a wide range of product, for kids and adults!

I received a pair of compression shorts in this awesome pattern! I can't wait to wear them! I also received a matching headband :) BUT I'm sure you see two headbands in the picture..right? That's because one of the headbands is going into the prizes for the winners of our weightloss compeition!

I hope you join us!
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Introducing Fit Fridays!...A bit early :)

Weightloss Compeition Update!


I have set up the dietbet, so you have 3 weeks to get prepared, and get your bets in!
Diet Bet

That link will take you directly to our game! It IS an open game, so feel free to share it with your friends and family! 

I have also posted a Diet Bet Fact Sheet- I got this directly off the site. Hopefully this answers some questions! If you have anymore-please shoot me an email! futuremrsterry@gmail.com
DietBet is a social dieting game that uses friendly competition and money to motivate people to lose weight in 4-week contests.

Quick Facts

• Getting Started. You can set up a game with friends or join one hosted by DietBet.
• Inviting Players. Game organizers and players can invite players by email and Facebook.
• Official Weigh-Ins. Players must submit an official weigh-in at the start of the game (up to 48 hours before the game starts). This entails two photos in accordance with our weigh-in guidelines. DietBet Referees review and approve all weigh-ins confidentially. At the end of the game, players who have reached their goal are asked to perform a second official weigh-in to verify weight loss. The "weigh-out" window opens after the end of Day 28 and last 48 hours. After 48 hours, results are ratified and the pot, minus DietBetter's cut, is divided up evenly among all the winners.
• DietBet 4 vs DietBet 10. DietBet 4 is a "kickstarter" that motivates players to get in shape in a fun, social way. The goal is to lose 4% in 4 weeks. DietBet 10 is a "transformer" to help players make sustainable, long-term lifestyle changes. The goal is 10% in 6 months with interim goals along the way (see how it works here). We chose 10% because it is a clinically meaningful goal; overweight individuals who lose 10% significantly reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease and type-2 diabetes. DietBet 4 has one pot. DietBet 10 has five monthlong "rounds" with interim pots and a final jackpot at the end. There are also incentives to weigh-in officially at least once a week.
• Devices and Apps. DietBet lets players import data from RunKeeper, MapMyFitness, Withings.
• Privacy. Players may choose whether to reveal or hide their weight within the game.
• Self-Reporting. Players are encouraged to post their weights during the game via our website or mobile app. Self-reported weigh-ins are aren't official—they let players track their progress with a chart. Only official weigh-ins, verified by DietBet's Referees, are used to determine the winners.
• Rules. DietBet provides its players with a comprehensive ruleset for DietBet 4 and DietBet 10 games. The rules specify everything from what to wear at weigh-ins ("airport-security attire") to what happens if no one reaches the goal (the person closest percentagewise is declared the winner).
• Mobile App. A DietBet iPhone app lets players conveniently post comments, update their weight, and upload photos throughout the game. The app also facilitates official weigh-ins.
• Daily Carrot Newsletter. Players may elect to receive the Daily Carrot, with motivational tips.
• How DietBetter Makes Money. DietBet keeps a variable cut of the pot to cover transaction costs, overhead, Referees, customer service, etc. The company reinvests all of its proceeds into research and development of new features and products.
• Safe Weight-Loss. There is no advantage to players crossing the finish line first or for losing the most weight. Everyone who reaches his or her weight target is declared a "winner" and splits the pot equally with the other winners. In addition, players are disqualified for losing too much weight during the course of the game (see DietBet 4 and DietBet 10 rules for specifics) and players whose winning BMI would be considered "underweight" by NIH standards (under 18.5) may not play. Our games are open only to adults 18 and older.
• Deterring Cheating. DietBetter uses human Referees and a strict photo-based weigh-in process with a dynamic player-specific codeword to verify weight loss. We regularly audit players and use proprietary algorithms to detect suspicious behavior. As part of our auditing process we require certain players to submit extra proof of their weight loss in the form of a video weigh-in.
• Bonus Stakes. In addition to betting for money, players often play for "bonus stakes" with carrots like extra vacation days and premium parking spots and sticks like cleaning the office refrigerator or cooking dinner for the winners. Bonus stakes are optional and set by the players and organizers.
• Global. DietBet supports pounds and kilograms and has no geographical restrictions. To date we have had players from over 70 countries.
• Not Gambling. DietBetting is a skill-based game whose outcome is within the players' control. Players bet on themselves, with no luck involved.
• Private. DietBetter is a privately held company. For information about investment opportunities, contact support and ask to be connected with Investor Relations. DietBet is a US trademark.

Hopefully this helps some!
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GIVEAWAY! E-sentials Box

This was my first "time of the month box" that I have tried.  But I love the idea.  Periods aren't very fun, and neither is having to purchase the products you need for it.  E-Sentials sends you an assortment of razors, pads, deodorant, and tampons, to you door each month.  They have different levels of plan that determines what will be included in your box.  My favorite part is that you can customize what you receive, just in-case you only use one or the other.

There are 3 different options.  

For $16 a month, you recieve 20 Pads/Tampons, 3 disposable razors, and deodorant.  

For $13 a month, you recieve 20 Pads/Tampons & 3 disposable razors.  

For $10 a month, you recieve 20 Pads/Tampons.

You have several choices for tampons and deodorant, but not pads.  I am not super picky, but I do hope they add more brands to choose from in the future.

My final thoughts-is that this box isn't a great value, it is more about convience, which I am totally okay with. 

 The giveaway is for 1-first month free box! 

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EXCITING ANNOUCEMENT!!!

I know that I have been hinting towards a weightloss competition for a few weeks now. This is totally in the works, and details may change, but this is what I have so far:
-I am planning to start this on Monday Feb 3rd, as I know most people consider Monday a "fresh week."
-I will have "Fit Friday" posts that I will post my progress each month, this is also a place if you would like, to post yours! I will also be showing recipes, workouts, etc! (Maybe even a giveaway or two.)
-Dietbet.com seems like the most convenient, safest, and fairest way to go.  They can monitor everyone fairly.
      -How Dietbet works: Simply put, you have to lose 4% of your body weight in 4 weeks.
When you join the game you “ante up” (i.e., pay) the stakes specified by the game (Mine will be $10.)  At the end of the 4 weeks, the total pot (minus a cut that DietBet.com keeps) is divided equally among everyone who successfully lost 4% of their body weight. Easy right? Cool. 
     -The first step of the game is the weigh-in. DietBet implements several strategies to prevent cheating, so be warned. You will submit to DietBet two photos of yourself. One is a full head-to-toe shot. The second photo is of your feet standing on the scale showing your weight with a unique word given to you by DietBet written on an index card. The unique word is one method DietBet employs to prevent cheating. YAY. I will require these pictures also be sent to me, so I can also help monitor it. I can promise that this information will be kept confidential, and will be used for determining the giveaways, as diet bet doesnt give me as much information as I'd like.       -For the next 4 weeks, really paid attention to what you eat and exercise! (I am in the works of recruiting a fitness/nutrition coach to also be a part of this, and available for meal plans, workout plans, or questions you might have.)
     -At the end of the 4 weeks, you will to repeat the two photo process except this time with a new unique word, again to prevent cheating.(You will also again, send them to me, Diet bet does not calculate an overall winner-just as long as you met your requirement, you split the pot. ) 
      -Dietbet also creates a place for us to be social, and pump up one another, they even have an app! This is all about accountability.

I will be making giftpacks for the 1st and 2nd place winners! This will include a mix of goodies, as well as getting some awesome products sent directly to you from a few special companies!
UPDATE: The dietbet is up! Here is the link! 
I am OH SO open to any ideas y'all might have to make this a better experience! Just message me or leave them in the comments :)
Disclaimer:
Please be honest in this process.  Cheating and Lying will only be selling yourself short.

NeoCell Review + Giveaway!

Neocell sent me two products to check out! They were their newest producs : Beauty Bursts, which are gourmet chews with beauty nutrition, and the Keratin Hair Volumizer.

The Beauty Bursts that I got were Mint Chocolate...Not exactly my favorite flavor, but they totally weren't bad.

My hair is extremely thick, but I am trying to grow it out, so hopefully the Keratin Hair Volumzier will work for that! 

I have a coupon code for you, just incase you aren't the winner, or don't want to wait!
Check it out at iHerb.com with the Coupon code CIP001 for $5 off $20, or $10 off $40 (New Customers Only.)

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REVIEW: Guylian Belgian Chocolate + Giveaway

I have the worlds most delicious review for you today!
Introducing Guylian Belgian Chocolate


" Guylian is the world’s favourite Belgian chocolate.  Guylian “ultra-indulgent” luxurious chocolate seashells are 100% pure, silky smooth, dark and white Belgian chocolate and are filled with our rich & creamy signature hazelnut filling.  The Guylian brand dates back to the late 1950’s when Guy Foubert, a passionate Belgian chocolatier married his love, Liliane, who then joined names creating Chocolaterie Guylian. Today, Guylian crafts the finest authentic Belgian Chocolate Truffles, utilizing the original handmade recipe of Guy and Liliane.  Our original signature truffle recipe is still made in small-batch copper kettles exclusively by Guylian’s Master Chocolatiers in Sint-Niklaas, Belgium"

My family and I LOVED testing out all these goodies.  I think the vanilla ones were my favorite!  They came so beautifully sent, all cool in an ice-chest. (Not at all what I was expecting, such a pleasant surprise.)



This is HANDS DOWN the BIGGEST giveaway I have had on the blog yet.  I can NOT wait for the winner to recieve their goodies! :) 


One winner (1) will receive the following Guylian Artisanal Belgian Chocolate products, or similar:

One – 22 piece marbled chocolate seashell truffles

One – 22 piece extra dark chocolate seashell truffles  

Two - 6 piece chocolate seashells truffles

Four - 2 piece marbled chocolate seahorse truffles

One - No Sugar Added Milk Chocolate Bar

One - No Sugar Added 54% Dark Chocolate Bar

OH YEAH! 

This ends Jan 31!  Don't miss out! 


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