Get Fit! Health Awareness Event

Welcome to the Get Fit! Health Awareness Giveaway Event hosted by a delicious obsession! This event is help kick off the summer and hot weather with some products that will help you get on the right track to a healthier life, getting in shape or staying in shape, etc. I’m hoping this event (and prizes) will help motivate people to get outside and enjoy the weather and to help people learn about healthy eating, exercising, and more.

This event will run from July 1st to July 15th. The giveaway will end at 11:59pm on the 15th. There are over $240 in prizes. Most of these prizes include books, but they are very beneficial books that will help you with healthier eating, exercising, stretching, and more. There will be one winner. Thanks and good luck to all who enter!

Prize #1: TranscenDance CD – This CD is a very inspiring music CD that will be great to listen to while you’re working out, running/jogging, dancing etc. It’s by Michael Bernard Beckwith. Valued at $17.95.

Prize #2: The Fat Chick Works Out! {Book & DVD} – A book that’s about fitness that is suitable for all ages, sizes, shapes, and abilities. Valued over $35.

Prize #3: Kendall GelThotics – Silicone gel shoe inserts that will relieve foot/leg pain so men and women and stay active. It offers the highest level of shock absorption than any insert on the market. It fits all men’s and women’s shoes. Valued at $59.99 per insert.

Prize #4: Why You Can’t Lose Weight – This book is great for the person who has tried many of things to lose weight but can’t seem to get it off. It will help you identify any possible health problems that you may have that are keeping you from losing weight. Valued at $16.95.

Prize #5: Bite It & Write It! – This is the perfect book to help you keep track of what you eat and drink. It offers journal space and weekly goals. It will also provide you with a list of healthier foods to choose from. Valued at $7.95.

Prize #6: The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Quick Total Body Workouts = $14.95
The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Pilates on the Mat = $16.95
The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Belly-Fat Weight Loss = $18.95
The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Eating Paleo = $18.95

Gym-Free and Ripped = $16.95 

Prize #7: 30 day supply of Smart Mune – Smart Mune is an all-natural immunity supplement. It’s a natural supplement that is clinically proven to safely strengthen your body. A 30 day supply is valued at $39.95.  

Prize #8: Men’s or Women’s Tank Top from My Good Gear – Good Gear has active-wear that absorbs quickly which will help keep the wearer dry and odor-free. Winner’s choice on item valued $22. 

To enter this giveaway, please use the Rafflecopter form here.

Top Father’s Day Gifts-Herbalife

Today is the fifteenth installment to Top Father’s Day Gifts. You can view all installments here.

Today’s featured company is Herbalife. Herbalife is a global nutrition company that has helped people pursue healthy, active lives since 1980. You can read the full story here.

Today’s featured consultant is Lauren Atwaters. She has chosen the Formula 1 Nutritional Shake Mix, Liftoff and Prelox Blue as her top gifts. “I selected these 3 products for their overall benefit for mens’ health.  The shake mix is great for weight loss or weight management.  They taste great and give great nutrition, and are easy to prepare.  The Prelox Blue helps with sexual health and that just keeps things fun & moving in a relationship.  The Liftoff is a great, healthier  alternative to energy drinks that so many men depend on to help them gt through the day.”

To order, you can visit Lauren’s website at www.goherbalife.com/atwaters. If you have any questions, you can contact her via email at designedbylauren@yahoo.com.

Top Father’s Day Gifts-Team Beachbody

Today is the eleventh installment to Top Father’s Day Gifts. You can view all installments here.

Today’s featured company is Team Beachbody. Team Beachbody was founded in 1998 and has created some of the most popular fitness and weight-loss solutions including P90X, Hip Hop Abs and INSANITY. You can read the full story here.

Today’s featured consultant is Kristen Scott. She has chosen P90X, INSANITY, Tai Cheng, 10 Minute Trainer and Challenge Packs as her top gifts.

• “P90X – a 90 day in-home fitness workout that will transform your body through weight training, cardio, abs, and yoga – includes full nutrition guide
• Insanity – a 60 day in-home boot camp, no equipment necessary, but you WILL see results – includes full nutrition guide
• Tai Cheng – latest release from Team Beachbody – a proven method to improve your golf game with improved balance, control, and core strength
• 10 Minute Trainer – for the busy dad who some days only has 10 minutes to get a workout in – this program works with whatever amount of time you have available
• Challenge Packs – combine any of our DVD workout programs with “The Healthiest Meal of the Day” – Shakeology – for total results – and get a discount on your workout program!

To order, you can visit Kristen’s website at www.CoachKristen.com. If you have any questions, you can contact her via email at fitness@coachkristen.com or by phone at (760)277-1651.

Top Father’s Day Gifts-It Works

Today is the tenth installment to Top Father’s Day Gifts. You can view all installments here.

Today’s featured company is It Works. It Works was founded on one couple’s passion to offer families the opportunity to dream big. You can read the full story here.

Today’s featured consultant is Amanda Finnegan. She has chosen The Ultimate Body Applicator and It Works Premium Supplements as her top gifts. “The Ultimate Body Applicator D=detoxifies, tightens, tones, and firms where applied to the skin & minimizes the appearance of cellulite and skin slackening.” “Our Premium Supplements detoxify, revitalize, support joints and help with weight loss.” (Each supplement is different.)

To order, you can visit Amanda’s website at www.theWrapChick.com. If you have any questions, you can contact her via email at thewrapchick@aol.com or by phone at (571)269 – 3746.

Top Father’s Day Gifts-AdvoCare

Today is the seventh installment to Top Father’s Day Gifts. You can view all installments here.

Today’s featured company is AdvoCare. AdvoCare is a nutrition company specializing in health and wellness, weight management, energy and sports performance. You can view the full story here.

Our featured consultants are Chan & Debra Thomas. They have picked Rehydrate, AdvoCare Spark Energy Drink and the 24-Day Challenge Bundle as their top gifts.

“Rehydrate

• Helps the body stay hydrated during physical activity
• Provides a full spectrum of crucial electrolytes for improved electrolyte balance
• Includes amino acids to help feed your muscles
• Fuels your body with carbohydrates for energy production and sustained muscle endurance
• Contains antioxidants to fight free radicals commonly produced during exercise
• Helps prevent cramping during and after exercise”

“AdvoCare Spark Energy Drink

• Available in Mango Strawberry, Pink Lemonade, Mandarin Orange, Fruit
• Punch, Grape, Citrus and Cherry
• Offered in pouches and canisters
• Our #1 seller
• The most nutritionally advanced energy drink on the market
• Sugar-free, long-lasting energy*
• Surprisingly fast-acting*
• Contains 21 vitamins, minerals and nutrients designed to synergistically provide a healthy, balanced source of energy
• Just 45 calories per serving
• Sharpens mental focus”

“24-Day Challenge Bundle

• Looking to jumpstart your weight loss? Looking to break through a plateau?
• Then take the 24-day challenge! This bundle features everything you need to get you going toward your next goal.
• Free Coaching!!”

To order, you can visit Chan & Debra’s website at www.601advocare.com. If you have any questions, you can contact them via email at 601advocare@gmail.com or via phone at (601)248-1990 or (601)248-0459.

ACE Review and Giveaway

What is A.C.E.?

A.C.E. -> Appetite Control and Energy dietary supplement is a synergistic blend of ingredients including Dark Cocoa and Natural Caffeine, plus additional key ingredients. One or two capsules will turn-off your hunger switch and kick you into gear!

With Natural A.C.E you will reduce your appetite, eat less and be energized throughout the day. The combination of reduced caloric intake as well as increased energy and activity leads to successful weight loss!

*Full Review can be found at DonnasDealsAndMore

Would you like to try ACE for yourself? One of you will be winning a 20 day supply (10, 2 capsule packets) for yourself! Good luck!

*NOTE: WordPress.com does not allow me to use javascript. Enter this giveaway by going to my Facebook page, Dr. Pepper Diva, and clicking on the tab ACE Giveaway. Sorry for the inconvenience.

* The product provided for the review was free of charge from the company. The product offered for the giveaway is free of charge, no purchase necessary. My opinions are my own and were not influenced by any form of compensation. Facebook, Twitter and Google+ are in no way associated with this giveaway.

One New Habit A Month

Thanks for joining me for Living Well Wednesday hosted by Natalie from http://onebusywahm.com/. Each week we get together to talk about our highs and lows of the week. Come link up with us and join the fun!

About my week…

Thursday, I didn’t get a lot done. It was mostly a relaxing day.

The weekend went well. It seemed to pass by too fast though.

Monday, my mom and I went out to eat and then went shopping. We got some good deals on things.

Tuesday, I spent a good majority of the day with my  boyfriend. We mostly just hung out around the house for the day.

Today was a nice day. Very warm compared to what it has been. Unfortunately it had to rain. My mom and I went out this evening to get a couple of things from the store.

Although the weekend flew by, it seems as if the week is dragging on.

Progress on my goals…

This coming Sunday will be three weeks since I quit smoking. It has really gotten to me lately. I’ve had quite a few breakdowns. I just don’t know if I can continue with it.

I’ve been a little lax with my exercising and eating better this week. I haven’t tracked like I should. Heck, I really haven’t ate like I should. My theory is that it takes one month to form a new habit so I’m going to take it a habit at a time. My January habit is to quit smoking. My February habit is going to be to eat better.

As for my business goals, I’ve done better this week. I’ve delivered brochures, sent out my newsletter and networked like crazy. I’ve done well in the customer area but I just can’t seem to get any recruits. *Sigh* All in good time I suppose.

Another Week Down

Thanks for joining me for Living Well Wednesday hosted by Natalie from http://onebusywahm.com/. Each week we get together to talk about our highs and lows of the week. Come link up with us and join the fun!

About my week…

I feel like this week has went by so slow. I keep thinking it should be Friday. Two more days! Really?

The weekend was decent. I mostly relaxed and planned for the upcoming week.

Monday was an okay day.  I hung around the house with mom and we caught up with one another.

Yesterday I did the weekly home blessing while the bf took down the rest of the Christmas decorations. (Yes, I know it’s the middle of January.) This was supposed to be done Monday but we had company that messed up my whole routine. Later, I came home and finished up blessing my own home with my mom.

Today I got up pretty early. I watched Joyce Meyer and then I read in my book for a while. Later I did some Pilates and tracked my progress with SparkPeople.

All in all it’s been a pretty decent week.

Progress on my goals…

I’ve been smoke-free for a week and a half now. It gets easier with each passing day but it’s still hard. The weird part is that I really, really crave a cigarette but I really don’t have the desire to smoke one. I know that sounds strange but it’s hard to explain.

I figured when I quit smoking I would eat everything in sight and gain a bazillion pounds. Thankfully I’ve been able to control that. I update my nutrition tracker throughout the day. I don’t always stay within my ranges but right now I want to focus on not smoking. I’m just tracking to get in the habit of it and to see the data on what I’m eating. My next little goal will be to drink at least 8 oz. of water every day.

I’ve also been tracking my fitness. I haven’t done a whole lot but I try to do something everyday. I’ve lost 2 pounds since last week so I’m pretty excited about that. Every little bit helps. My next little goal is to do cardio at least 3 times per week.

I haven’t done a whole lot with my business goals this week. (I know I’m awful!) I just can’t seem to get with it. I feel like I’m in a rut. Hopefully I can get out of this mess soon.

Well that was my week. How has yours been?

I’m Kicking Butts

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That’s right. You heard me. I’m kicking butts. And not just any butts but big butts. As in those little paper sticks with tobacco (and God knows whatever else) rolled inside. Yes, I’m finally quitting smoking.

I have thought about this a lot over the course of the last year. I’ve talked to family and friends. I’ve talked to my doctor. I’ve prayed, cried and everything in between. I finally decided NOW IS THE TIME. If you keep waiting for someday, someday will never come. I want to take care of this problem while I’m still young and can enjoy life.

I came across Dr. Oz’s Kicking the Habit Challenge last summer. I read over it with my family and friends and they seem to think it was a good idea. I made an appointment with my doctor to discuss it with her. She said it sounded great and that it was similar to the plan that they recommended.

She took all of my stats (weight, height, blood sugar, etc.). My cholesterol was very high and my weight was not where it should be but everything else turned out fine. She wrote me out a prescription for Wellbutrin SR, gave me some pamphlets and sent me on my way.

I started out with one pill a day for a week and then I increased to two pills a day. I will continue this through the rest of my plan. The plan called for exercise which I started last week. I had to postpone it until this week though as I overdid it on Tuesday. It also calls for a buddy. I actually have two. One is my boyfriend who is quitting with me. Another is a girl I met online through a quit smoking forum. I also have support from my mom and other family and friends that want to see me quit.

Even though this is my first day cigarette free, I’m actually on Day 30 of the plan. This is the day where I get rid of ALL cigarettes and anything that reminds me of smoking. This includes lighters, ashtrays, etc. This week I also need to wash all of my clothes and thoroughly clean my house to get rid of the smell.

I haven’t done too bad today. As long as I keep my mind and hands occupied, I’m fine. The biggest problem is after I’ve eaten. This is when I always want a cigarette the most.

I’ll make another doctor’s appointment in about 2-3 months to check in with her. This is where she will check my stats again and lower my dosage back to once a day for the next six months. I will check back with her every 2-3 months so she can check my stats and see how I’m doing. After the six months are up, I can discontinue the Wellbutrin SR if need be.

Have you quit smoking? I would love to hear your comments and advice.

Ignite The Spark

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Do you want to lose weight? Have you tried but just can’t seem to get or stay motivated? Do you take a step forward to feel like you take two steps backwards? Try SparkPeople!

SparkPeople’s mission is to ignite the spark in people to reach their goals and to live healthier. They offer nutrition tools, fitness tools, support, etc. and best of all is totally 100% FREE. That’s right, it’s FREE!

SparkPeople goes beyond just weight loss. They teach you how to eat better and exercise more. It’s a program that you can learn for life. Even if you don’t want to lose weight, you can still join to learn how to live a healthy lifestyle. In addition to the tools mentioned above, you can find support in the members community.

SparkPeople makes it fun so that you don’t get bored and you’ll stick to your plan.

*Note: I was in no way awarded for this review. This is 100% my own opinion.