My 2015 Ambition: Jump Start to Fitness and Good Health All Year Long @crowdtap #CrowdtapAmbition

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I learned years ago that one of the ultimate best cardio workouts is surprising simple... jumping rope. "Who knew?" I remember thinking just that too. Jumping rope is a super option for boot camp,  Cross-Training, CrossFit, double-unders, MMA, boxing, cardio endurance training and even speed training. It promotes the greatest amount of weight loss in the healthiest manner possible while improving muscle tone in your legs, lower and upper body. Don't forget that jumping rope also helps to build bone! 

I also use my elliptical machine regularly and get to 

some crazy challenging fitness classes. My goal this year is to up the ante from 4 day a week workouts to 5 days a week. I like to squeak in the extra day at home...it's easy between my elliptical, a step, weights, fitness bands and a Nat. Anyone can do it, you just have to make the decision and think about your goals. I don't have time to buy new clothes in a larger size and I don't want the embarrassment. It is easier to eat reasonably, cut back when necessary and move my body. 

As the old saying goes, "Move it or lose it!" If you don't move your body you are going to lose strength, flexibility and gain weight. Just a fact.  Wish me luck on my new 2015 goals! 

MatchaDNA Milk Frother for coffee house coffee anytime #MatchaDNAmilkfrother

There is nothing like a nice cafe latte without the $5.00 and up price tag attached from the big name coffee house *bucks. I love to wake up and make my own coffee exactly how I like it with delicious frothed milk on top. It is easy and a cinch to do if you have picked up a MatchaDNA Milk Frother. This is an easy to use handheld electric milk frother that creates coffeehouse style creamy milk foam in a few seconds. I can practically do it with my eyes closed which is mostly how I do it since I am just waking up!

One of my colleagues used to rave about his homemade frothed milk in his coffee every morning and I kept meaning to try to find a milk frother. I just kept forgetting to write it on my to-buy list. I was excited when I had the opportunity to try out this MatchaDNA handheld, battery operated milk frother. It creates light, delicate foam for homemade cafe lattes, cappuccinos, hot chocolates, and more. The kids love it already and beg for me to make my special hot chocolate. It works beautifully with all kinds of milk from skim to 2% or even whole milk. It has a stainless steel shaft and whip and an ABS plastic body.
It is super easy to operate and cleans up in a second.

Ready for frothed milk? Insert frother whisk in a glass of hot, warm or cold milk filled to 1/4 and old the frother at a slight angle. Turn it on and move it up and down.  Turn it off and enjoy a rich and smooth foam for your coffee, tea or hot chocolate. To clean it, just put the lower half in warm soapy water and rinse. I let it air dry. The upper half should always stay OUT of the water. The MatchDNA Milk Frother is powered by 2 AA batteries (not included)

The winter is the perfect time for making some fancy coffee house frothed milk at home in seconds with the MatchaDNA milk frother. This little Milk Foamer quickly turns your milk or cream into a smooth frothy foam in seconds. I love that it allows me to create fluffy and aerated hot or cold milk based drinks in a flash. You can even use the milk frother with any type of milk too. I have also tried it with almond milk but it would work equally well with soy milk, coconut milk, or even coffee creamer. This Matcha DNA handheld electric milk frother is super easy to use and to clean. I like that I can impress my friends and guests with my latte, cappuccino and foamed coffee drink making skills. They think I am a real pro.  My little one asks for foamy warm milk at night now. Sometimes I add a tiny bit of organic chocolate syrup, honey or cinnamon to make it special. A perfect calcium filled before-bed treat. Heheh, don't tell my secret! Hot chocolate is so much more delicious when it's prepared with foamy milk rather than water, so try that too. Save money this winter on those premium coffee drinks and pick up the MatchaDNA Milk Frother anytime on Amazon.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe would be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

Xylitol Sweetener from Morning Pep for Coffee, Tea or more has a low Glycemic Index +GiVeAwAy #morningpepxylitol

I like to have my coffee or tea sweet in the morning. It is just how I enjoy it.  The fact is....I have to cut back on my sugar.  I found a great alternative with Morning Pep 100% Natural USA Birch Xylitol. It is an all natural sugar free sweetener that looks and tastes like sugar. It even replaces sugar in totally equal measurements. The best part is that unlike lots of other sugar substitutes this brand of xylitol has no aftertaste so it makes my coffee or tea taste great.

I like that this Morning Pep real birch xylitol has 40% fewer calories versus table sugar and 75% fewer carbohydrates Many nutritionists around the world consider xylitol a great option for diabetics and weight conscious people. Xylitol has a really low Glycemic Index too. Many dental professional recommend xylitol to support dental health. Ask your own dentist or hygientist! Morning Pep Xylitol is kosher and made without *GMO's. It is gluten free and dairy-free as well. It contains no corn, wheat or soy.

A little more about Xylitol:

• Morning Pep Xylitol contains only 5 carbon atoms while standard sugar molecule is composed of 6.

• Morning Pep Xylitol Is an optimal sugar substitute for anyone focused on weight loss or overuse of Sugar.

• Morning Pep Xylitol has a great taste. 

• Nutritional benefits include low Glycemic Index of 7 versus sugar with Glycemic Index Score of 85-100 

• Xylitol Included In Dental and Health-Care Products. 

• Morning Pep Xylitol is a better alternative to other sweeteners with one-third of the calories of regular sugar.

I find that Morning Pep works great in my hot coffee and tea as well as smoothies. I keep finding more and more uses for it to provide me with a good sweetener while keeping my calories low and not breaking the bank with my weight management. The great part is that you can pick up this great Xylitol Sweetener right on Amazon for easy shopping convenience. They have several size bags so you can pick up the best option for your own needs too. Don't forget to enter my Rafflecopter giveaway to win your own bag of Morning Pep!a Rafflecopter giveaway

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe would be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

Glow2Go Self Tanning Towelettes from Thermalabs provides beautiful color fast and easy +GiVeAwAy #thermalabs

I love to have a little bit of color but I am adamant about sun protection. It used to be a real challenge but I found a way to make it very easy to get some pretty color with GLOW2GO.  This is a brand new innovative and sunless tanning product that comes in an easy to use towelette. No mess, no fuss and it is fast to do. So much easier than those creams or lotions and this goes on very smoothly and evenly for better coverage. I did some searching online and I saw some other brands had towelettes but they had only 6 in a pack. I am busy between work, fitness, family and I try to have some fun so I like to buy in quantity to save myself some time. I love that Glow2Go has 20 towelettes in a pack. So that was an easy option to try the super saver pack of 20 Glow2Go individually wrapped premium towelettes. My first usage of these had me totally saying to myself that these are perfect for sunless tanning at home or when traveling for business or pleasure. No worries, no spilling, no TSA issues and I travel often for business so that was top of mind for me.

I love their special box to which make the Glow2Go easy to store and use. Their special super-saver box comes with a special ‘press to open’ area that makes it a cinch to pop out  one towelette at a time. I like that it stays nice and neat and I don't have to open up the whole box. It stays organized and neat in your cabinet with my other beauty supplies
These towelettes are super concentrated with the Glow2Go innovative self-tan formula. It is a elegant formulation that works quickly to provide me with a beautiful glow in under 4 hours. The self-tanners I have used in the past took at least overnight to see results so that is amazing. 

A few advantages of Glow2Go Sunless Towelettes:

• fast and even tan
• Streak free color
• Natural looking tone
• Results in under 4 hours

Even when I travel on business I want to keep my glow. I notice I get more compliments when I have a bit of color but I will not go to those dangerous tanning salons. Don't even talk to me about baking in the sun. I want to keep my skin healthy and wrinkle free. Glow2Go is a great option that gives you the ability to look a little bit sexier and more attractive without risking the health of your skin. I love packing these towelettes with me on the road and when I travel and it makes my packing so much easier versus a giant bottle of self-tanner.  I like this size towelette versus bigger ones too. Once you open the sachet and pull it out, the Glow2Go towelette is the perfect size to do a good section without it getting dried out.  Two Glow2Go towelettes seem to work for me to get me tan from tip to toes. Sometimes I only want to do my face and neck so the Glow2Go towelette is the perfect size for that too. I like the flexibility with Glow2Go.

Glow2Go has truly natural looking color too. It is a challenge to find self-tanners that give you natural color so I was impressed with that as well. It is so simple to use, carry around to the gym or even for a vacation or business trip and get natural color fast. You really can't beat the beauty of Glow2Go.

Glow2Go even provides an additional bonus to get the best out of your tanning experience. They send a best selling guide “Self Tan Secrets” that is packed with all the facts and secrets you need to know about self-tanning. This 50 page guide was researched and written by Thermalabs formula technicians and is a great bonus with purchase. The best part is that you can pick up the Glow2Go Self Tanning Towelettes and restock anytime on Amazon for easy shopping. You can also follow them on Facebook www.facebook.com/thermalabs and Twitter www.twitter.com/thermalabs to get deals and specials all year long. Don't forget to enter my Rafflecopter giveaway to win your own Glow2Go for a winter glow anytime.a Rafflecopter giveaway

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe would be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."