This week, we are spotlighting our Run the ‘Hood sponsor, Moving Comfort. Moving Comfort is a women-powered company lead by the belief that a Fit Woman is a Powerful Woman®. They produce inspiring, flattering high-performance workout gear that will keep you motivated and supported while you sweat, and looking sporty and cute while on the [...]
Tell me if this sounds familiar: You’re getting ready for a workout. You’re all dressed, shoes are laced, shades are on. But you’re not ready. Not even close. You still need music. A heart rate monitor. A gps. Your phone. Okay. Maybe it’s just me. But I’m a complete gadget-a-holic. I once forgot my GPS when [...]
This is not me. In case you were wondering. *Winner has been chosen! Check the comments to see if it’s you! Okay, this is probably TMI, but I have to admit that when I run, I wear three sports bras. You read that right, three. Ugh. It is ridiculous – not to mention, it’s a [...]
A couple weeks ago, I reviewed the iSafe Bag, or as I like to call it, “the screaming hip pack.” Because it comes complete with an alarm that would make any perpetrator piddle at the sound of it. Or at least run away, anyway, which is the point. I also did a video, (Don’t tell me [...]
I’m a huge fan of chips. They’re the perfect blend of crunchy and salty that makes my mouth happy happy. I mean, seriously, what’s better than a nice crunchy chip when the snack craving hits? Sadly, my beloved chips have become an infrequent luxury rather than my go-to snack since I began following a healthier [...]
You probably know this about me but I am a somewhat neurotic safety freak when it comes to going out and running on my own. I carry personal defense systems that shall not be named along with my tiny fists of fury. So when iSafe reached out to us to do a review, I was all [...]
Today’s “review” is a different review of sorts. It’s not really for a specific product, per se, but rather for a type of food. How about I just stop beating around the bush and tell you about it, m’kay? M’kay. I’m a big fan of rice. When I was growing up, I used to come [...]
Here we are almost at the end of January! WOW! Are you sticking to your New Year’s Goals, or are you growing a little bored with them? Never fear, because SUBWAY is here to put a new twist on your resolutions. Enter Fresh Fit Fridays and SUBWAY’s new twist on turkey with the Turkey BLT [...]
Updated: Kelsey, you have won this gift pack. Please send your mailing address to lisa@shrinkingjeans.net by Monday, Feb 6th or another winner will be chosen. Congrat The first time I had any of the cereals from Attune Foods was at Fitbloggin 2011. It was served at breakfast one day and man, was it delicious! I [...]
In case you haven’t heard, Chobani just introduced some awesome new flavors! From left to right, we’ve got Apple Cinnamon, Blood Orange, and Passion Fruit. These flavors are so new, you may not have seen them in your local store yet, but keep your eyes open because they should be there SOON! I was fortunate [...]
I’ve been in a major slump. I mean major. In all aspects of my life, it’s been a hard year, and I am ready to close the books on 2011 for good. With all the curveballs thrown my way this year, I lost site of me: my health, my fitness, my well-being. This is definitely [...]
When I was first approached to review Gaiam TV, the first thing that came to my mind was yoga. The prospect of reviewing anything yoga related made me pretty excited. I love yoga. I mean, I really LOVE yoga. Unfortunately, the crazy that surrounds my life doesn’t allow me to attend my beloved hot yoga [...]
Thanks to L’Oreal for sponsoring my post about my favorite beauty looks, tips and tricks! Check out Makeup.com for beauty advice from the experts. When I’m busy, I do not put much effort into my appearance. Not much at all. Sometimes I don’t even wash my face daily (unless you count the spray from the [...]
The BodyMedia FIT Armband giveaway has been closed! The lucky winner is: @NewVeronica2011 with lucky #16 comment: “I have also subscribed in Google Reader. I didn’t do the jumpking jacks, but I ran the stairs for 10 minutes! lol” The holidays are upon us, and you’re no doubt in the throes of shopping madness. If [...]
Black Friday is over, and Cyber Monday is upon us! Are you wondering how in the world you’re going to make it through this holiday season with the necessary energy to get it all done? Well, look no further! CLICK Espresso Protein Drink has come up with a fabulous recipe for an amazing beverage that will [...]
