Product Review: No Sweat Laundry

This review is a long time coming.

I was lucky enough to win this package (2 To Go Packs, in Freesia) from the lovely Katy @ Fit in Heels an embarrassingly long time ago.

Here is are some of the benefits of using No Sweat Laundry (from the website):

• It's unique active ingredient, Bio Blast, eliminates bacteria and oil
• It is gentle on clothing and helps to remove under arm stains
• No Sweat does not break down the fabric and protects your clothes from pilling and fading
• It is just as effective in cold water

Overall, I was very impressed with these products.  The detergent made my gym clothes smell so fresh and clean, you would never know that I ever used them to workout. I have been experimenting with different products for year and nothing has worked this well for me.

The yoga mat spray also did a great job of freshening my mat.  I usually use tea tree oil and was excited to see if something else works just as well.  This spray does.

Pros:

• It works!  My clothes and yoga mat have never smelt so good.
• My skin is very sensitive and was not irritated by these products.  This is a huge thing for me.
• I could see an improvement with underarm stains (I imagine with regular use, it would improve even more).

Cons:

• Cost.  It is a little on the pricey side, but you only need to use it with your workout wear.  I still have a bottle and a half of mat spray left, so it lasts a long time.
• The ingredients were not listed (and I can't find them on the website), and I will like to see what is in it.

Buy or Bust:  I would definitely buy this product.

Thank you so much to Katy and No Sweat!

What do you use to wash your gym clothes?  How do you freshen your yoga mat.

Stay Healthy,
Tracy

Disclosure:  I received these products for free to review, but the opinions are my own.

Exercise Review: Stress Relief Yoga

I ran more today than I have in over 3 months since I sprained my ankle.

I only did 4 2-minute sprints and they were very slow, but I got out there and I did it.

However, when I got home my ankle, knee and hip were not happy with me. (Isn't it amazing how all things are connected in the body?  When you injure one thing, you can mess up other body parts...but that is a different post. :)

After I did some foam rolling, I decided to break out a yoga DVD for a much needed stretch.  I choose Stress Relief Yoga with Suzanne Deason.  It is the perfect length (only 20 minutes) and great for stretching.

It has been a long time since I have done an exercise review and thought this would be a great opportunity to share. 

Source

Product Review: O.N.E. Coconut Water

I have a confession to make.

I have never been coconut water's biggest fan.

Product Review: Under Armour Bra

I wear sports bras every day and when Under Armour contacted me to test drive their bra, I jumped at the chance to try something new.

It is very challenging to find a great fit, so the folks at Under Armour went right to the source and interviewed athletes to find out what they look for in a perfect sports bra.

The Under Armour bra features:

• Soft, removable cups for comfort.
• Mesh venting so you stay cool and dry.
• "Smart" UA fabric for moisture-wicking.
• Seam-free interior edges for anti-chafing.

It also comes is a variety of cup and closure sizes so you can find the one right for you.

So what did I think?

I loved:

• The material.  It was comfortable and definitely moisture-wicking.
• The thick straps. They provided lots of support and did not dig in.
• The seam-free interior.  The bra did not dig into my under arms like many of the bras I have tried.

I wished that:

• That the bra came in a higher band size.  Mine fit, but one size up would have been a bit better.
• The front of bra sat a little bit lower.

Overall, I really like the bra and would definitely recommend it.  Check out the Under Armour website for more information.


Do you have a favourite sports bra?

Stay Healthy,
Tracy

Disclosure:  I received these product for free to review, but the opinions are my own.

Product Review: Chobani Greek Yogurt

I felt like I was the only health blogger left who had not tried the goodness that is Chobani.

I have tried other Greek yogurts, but Chobani is the kind I have been hearing rave reviews about and I couldn't wait to try it.

Needless to say, I was thrilled when they wanted to send me four of their flavours to try.

Friday Favourites: Fitness DVDs

We finally got some snow today.  Just a light dusting, but I am sure there is more to come.

As you know, I do most of my workouts at home (with the exception of teaching classes and heading outdoors for a walk or run).  I have done reviews on Turbo Fire and P90X, but I thought I would share with you a few of my other favourite exercise DVDs (both of them under $20, bonus!)

Product Review: Trop 50 Pomegranate Blueberry

The good people over at Tropicana were kind enough to send me a product to review and I jumped at the opportunity to share my thoughts with you lovely readers :)

Exercise Review: Power 90 Sweat Cardio 1-2

You may recall in the spring, I scored some pretty cool yard sale finds.  Amidst my haul, was this DVD:

Crazy Fitness Gimmicks: What Were They Thinking?

It has been a while since I have scoured the Internet in search of the latest and greatest exercise gimmicks and my search did not disappoint.

Not surprisingly, I found many crazy contraptions and fantastical promises.  So today, I share with you three more fitness gimmicks in a post I have appropriately titled "What Were They Thinking".

Exercise Review: Stott Pilates with Props, Vol. 1

It has been quite some time since I have done a DVD review and as much as I love Turbo Fire (and am lukewarm about P90X :), I thought that you would love to hear about something new!

#Fitblog Abs Challenge: Ab Ripper X

#Fitblog Abs Challenge: Turbo Fire Core 20

Another week, another step towards...

Exercise Review: Turbo Fire Sculpt 30 and Tone 30

I am still all over the Turbo Fire workouts!

Today, it is all about the muscle.  I am going to review the two todal body conditioning workouts.

I have to admit that I just discovered Tone 30.  I have been doing Sculpt 30 for a few weeks now and didn't even realize that there was another full body option.

Exercise Review: Turbo Fire Upper 20 & Lower 20

I have to tell you that I have been loving these Turbo Fire workouts! It is wonderful to be mixing up my regular routine.

I think what I am enjoying the most is the variety.  If I am short on time, I can do HIIT 25.  If I have more time, I can combine workouts or go for Fire 45.

Today, I am going to give you a double whammy:  a review of 2 sculpting workouts. Lets get it started!

Gluten Free Sugar Cookies

In my shopping travels last week, I came across this:

Exercise Review: P90X, X Stretch

In light of my self-proclaimed work in week and yesterday's post on the importance of stretching, I thought I would put Turbo Fire on the back burner (pun intended) this week and try something new.

 

Exercise Review: Turbo Fire, HIIT 25 and Abs 10

It is going to be ridiculously hot today, like 34 C (that is about 93 F for my American friends) and it seems like a perfect time to bring back Work In Wednesday.

But before I enjoy some "me" time, I wanted to share my experience with my next Turbo Fire workout.

Exercise Review: Turbo Fire, Fire 45

Before I get to the review, I realized that I forgot to share something with you.

Our new car!  I love it, it's a Honda Fit (very appropriate, don't you think?) and it is as cute as a button.  Great on gas too :)

Sunday To-Dos and Buying a New Car

Ah, Sunday.  And the first day of May to boot.  I am so looking forward to the warmer weather, how about you?

On the docket for today...

Quest for a New Blender

I bit the bullet.