Skinny Cow - Heavenly Crisp

Since I've been on a health kick lately, I had to find alternative sweets that are low in calorie. Above is what is left my Heavenly Crisp bar...just the wrapper. This is by +Skinny Cow. These are sooo bomb. They taste like Peanut Butter Cups but its much lower in calories. Very light but filling. It's a great alternative to other peanut butter chocolate bars.

I Love Protein Powder!

Sooo I've been trying to get into shape and get a little bit lean & mean. I decided to increased my protein intake to help with muscle-building. Above is a photo of +Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey Protein which I purchased from +Bodybuilding.com. I got an awesome deal on a 5lb tub along with a free Fish Oil SoftGels. After doing my research on various brands that make whey protein I decided this was the best product for me. So far this has been a great addition to my workout plan. One scoop of this powder contains 25 grams of protein and less than a gram of saturated fat. Usually when I make my protein shake I will take two scoops for 16 ounces of water or milk. Now you must be curious about how it tastes? It tastes amazing. I got the Cake Batter flavor. It just like traditional yellow cake but its not super sweet like other protein shakes that I've tried. What about mixing ability? This formula mixes so easily you can do it with a spoon but I like to use my shaker bottle.

Btw, I wasn't aware of this but it makes sense now- protein powder is not just for people who workout and want to increase the protein intake. It's a great source of protein for diabetics or people on strict diets who cannot eat traditional protein sources like meat.

Overall, I am very pleased with this product. I am currently down to about maybe half a pound of powder left and will most likely purchasing again from +Bodybuilding.com and trying another flavor from the same brand. If you are in the market for protein powder then I would suggest to look into  +Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey Protein.

Autumn = Pumpkin Goodness

If you are enjoying the pumpkin-flavored goodies lately but feeling guilty about the high calorie intake try this. It's Bolthouse Farms Limited Edition Pumpkin Spice Latte. This stuff tastes sooo good! What I really enjoy about this is it only has 1 gram of saturated fat in a 8oz cup. It's gluten free and has about 7 grams of protein! Really good to start your day. It's for a limited time and it comes in 32 and 52 oz bottles.

Dr. Scholl's® For Him Active Series®

           For me, running is just amazing. I love the endorphin rush you get after running for miles like a mad-man. Plus the benefits of an active hobby resonates throughout your life and your well-being. In high-school, I had so much trouble accomplishing a 1-mile jog during PE class. I am now in my twenties. After months of conditioning by body, I am now able to run 5 miles without any hesitation.
       
           In order to continue my progress on the road to fitness, I received a special tool complimentary from +Influenster. I am a proud owner of #DrScholls For Him Active Series insoles that came in the @InfluensterVox Box. This is my secret weapon to getting through my daily run.

#ActiveSeries

         I have been using these insoles and so far these guys have been wonderful for my feet. Dr. Scholls did an excellent job. It's designed with Triple Zone Protection for the ball of the foot, arch and heel. When I placed them into my running shoes, I definitely noticed a comfortable feeling around the ball of my foot- very spacious than usual but supportive. 

          Three miles into a good run, I have a tendency to get a little aggressive with my strides when I hit the ground because it helps me to push through the workout. While wearing these, I noticed that my feet did not have that usual "they're going to explode from the shock" sensation. They were pleasantly hitting the pavement/treadmill belt. According to the Dr. Scholls website these reduce shock by 40%.

         

           In addition, I have had a history of shin splints and these #ActiveSeries insoles have been nothing but kind to them. They help to relieve and prevent pain from shin splints, runner's knee and plantar fasciitis.

           Another component of this product that I wasn't aware of is it contains a SweatMax Technology tha helps to reduce foot odor. In terms of this feature, I have not tested it because I'm not interested to smell my sneakers after a long run but it's nice to know that they incorporated that into the design. What I usually do immediately after a run, which I believe is a good tip is to place a fabric softener sheet into the sneakers to mask any odor diffusion.

           Another good tip after a run is to hydrate! You should always keep your body hydrated with plenty of fluids. I usually have a banana and a 8 ounce cup of water.

         Overall, these #ActiveSeries insoles by #DrScholls have been a great addition to my daily runs. Thank you +Influenster @InfluensterVox for sending these out to me for free. After receiving these, I am a happy runner who is able to run 6 miles within an hour. #RoadToFitness

Gillette Fusion ProGlide

Here's a quick video post for the latest BzzCampaign that I was selected to test out. CHECK IT OUT!

                                                     GILLETTE FUSION PROGLIDE

Review: Twinings of London Orange & Cinnamon Spice Herbal Tea

I'm new to loose leaf tea so I haven't made a complete transition from bag teas and there's a reason why. This tea tastes so good. This is the Orange & Cinnamon Spice Herbal tea from Twinings of London. It has a nice citrus and spice combo that really is sweet and comforting. Almost dessert like. The aroma is so bomb! I have a cup of this every night with a little bit of milk and honey. So soothing and relaxing. Definitely a must try!

Review: CocoCaramel Sea Salt Herbal Tea & JavaVana Mate Tea

So it's been a couple of weeks since my first trip to +Teavana. Since then I've really enjoyed my purchase. I'd like to share my thoughts on two of the teas that I bought. First I'd like to discuss the JavaVana Mate tea. The flavor of this tea was excellent!! Nice and robust. I tastes like a coffee mocha latte. It is an excellent tea for the morning. 

I also purchased the CocoCaramel Sea Salt Herbal Tea. I wish I can give you an honest opinion on this by itself but unfortunately since it was my first purchase, I immediately blended this tea with my JavaVana Mate. I didn't try it out by itself. However, I can tell you that the CocoCaramel Sea Salt & JavaVana combo  is amazing. Somehow, the CocoCaramel Sea Salt converts the mocha latte flavor of JavaVana Mate into something that resembles hot chocolate! It tastes so good! I definitely recommend this tea blend.