Hayneedle Elliptical Trainer Review & {YOGA MAT GIVEAWAY!!}

Did you participate in Hayneedle's Free Weeks of Fitness? I did and it was very educational and useful. This being my first time living in an area where I have to shovel snow, I particularly enjoyed the post describing how we could use snow shoveling as a work out, plus I learned how to avoid injuring my back. If you haven't checked out the Hayneedle blog, you should. Not only do you get to learn about cool products from their 200+ stores, but they offer interesting posts and even giveaways.
After four months of being allowed limited activity, one month on bed rest, a baby, and a six week recovery, it is an understatement to say that I am out of shape. Like most of America, with the new year brought goals to get fit, lose weight, and be healthy. I was thrilled when I got the opportunity to try out Hayneedle's Body Champ BRM3600 Cardio Dual Trainer to put my goals (and body) to action.

This machine isn't like other ellipticals, it is an elliptical and exercise bike in one. It is fairly compact and very sturdy. I have been using it when I can and it definitely offers a great work out. I can feel a difference in my body every single time I use it. It rides very smoothly and even silently, which I love in order to get some exercise in while my children are sleeping.

The grips on the petals are perfect for me. I am super clumsy so these are great to keep your feet positioned in place while exercising.
You think you have mastered the elliptical? Move up the tension control for a more intense work out. I'm still on the lowest tension. I'm a work in progress.
The LCD screen is my favorite. It helps me keep track of the time I have spent on the machine, my speed, distance, pulse rate, and best of all...calories burned.
I like to use the inner handles while I'm using the machine as an exercise bike. This is also where you hold while your pulse rate is being calculated.

The bike seat can be moved horizontally and vertically by easily turning the knob and pulling it while moving the seat to your correct height. This is great for my husband and I as he is much taller than me. The bike seat itself is really comfortable and nicely padded.

You can purchase your own Body Champ BRM3600 Cardio Dual Trainer for $269.98.

Make sure to check out Hayneedle's Treadmills, Inversion Tables, and other exercise equipment while you are there.

WIN IT!!

Hayneedle has generously offered one of our lucky readers the a yoga mat of their choice (up to $60 value).

Mandatory entry:

Visit Hayneedle and then come back here and let us know another exercise product that interests you.

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Good luck! Contest ends on February 6th at midnight. Winner will be announced February 7th.

Winner will be chosen through random.org. Open to U.S. only.

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We are not compensated for our reviews. We receive product(s) for free so we can provide our experience. These are our honest opinions. Your experience may vary.

Rileyroos Baby Shoes Review

Shopping for baby shoes is so fun! I just love finding new styles for my children. Now that I have a baby girl, shoe shopping is even more fun. Is that possible?

Rileyroos has some seriously cute options for boys and girls. While everything they offer is super cute, they also have thoughtfully made their baby shoes easy to put on and comfortable.

Check out a couple of styles I love:
Sportie, for a more casual, on-the-go baby look.
Is it freezing where you are? Here, too. I just love these Caters boots, offered in pink, chocolate, and sandbox. They look so warm and comfy while still being so cute!
A penny loafer for a baby boy? Must have, adorable Quinn shoes.
More baby boots because it is so cold and these are so perfect. Bailey boots come in Cocoa or Rain.
I chose the Mary Jane in Cheetah for my baby girl. I just love how fun and stylish they are. These are perfect with her dresses, jeggings, or casual pants. My favorite things about these shoes (besides being so cute) is how easy they are to put on and the soft, flexible sole. I can slide my baby's foot in so easily and quickly which is important with those constantly moving baby legs. The sole's are soft and cushy and completely flexible, ensuring that my baby is able to move and grow in her shoes comfortably. I also love the added rubber bottoms that will help these shoes last longer. You can purchase the Mary Jane in a large range of colors for $32.00. We love Rileyroos baby shoes. You will, too.

We are not compensated for our reviews. We receive product(s) for free so we can provide our experience. These are our honest opinions. Your experience may vary.

Winners!

First of all, thank you to all that participated in our Silent Auction for K.I.D.S.

The winner is Meggera for $70. Please make your $70 donation, send me the receipt and Kolcraft will send your stroller.

myMonkeymoo Monkey Bucket:

#21

Andrea

HearthSong Rally Speed Raceway:

#105

April Hardy

Winners will be contacted shortly. Please respond within 48 hours. Thanks!

Hayneedle's Free Weeks of Fitness

It's a new year with new resolutions. I made my goal to get in shape and be fit this year. Hayneedle created a 3 week workout plan called the "Free Weeks of Fitness" with weekly $100 Hayneedle giftcard giveaways and a grand prize of a $5,000 home gym shopping spree with Hayneedle. I am definitely participating!

They will be featuring articles from fitness experts and a Hayneedle fitness product each day. All you have to do to participate is 'like' the featured product using their facebook button. To win, you have to 'like' all 7 products featured in one week.

Good luck keeping your goals, getting fit, and winning big!

Check out the Hayneedle Blog for more details.

We were not compensated for this post.

HearthSong Rally Speed Raceway Review & {GIVEAWAY!!}

Around every holiday, from Christmases to birthdays, the hunt for toys my children will really love and actually play with is on. Since I was introduced to HearthSong a little over a year ago, I always check out what they have to offer. Their selection is huge and full of products that have been thought out for children to enjoy.
My son loves all things related to cars. Since he didn't have any raceways, I thought the Rally Speed Raceway would be perfect for him. When he opened it on Christmas he lit up and let out an excited scream. We had to set it up immediately.
I was pleased to find that setup meant taking the racing track out of the box, opening the bags of cars, and begin racing. A wooden flag is used as a start gate and once you pull it out of it's slot, the two (or four) cars race down their tracks to the finish line. The finish line can be laid down or put up to stop the cars at the end of the race. Watching the cars flip back and forth down each different colored track is so fun. This is a particularly great toy for play dates. Two children can each have control of a car and watch to see who wins.

You can purchase this fun toy on sale for $43.99!

WIN IT!!

HearthSong has generously offered one of our lucky readers the Rally Speed Raceway.

Mandatory entry:

Visit Hearthsong and then come back here and let us know another product you would love for your child.

You must complete the mandatory entry before doing any extra entries.

Extra Entries (Leave a comment for each entry):

1 Entry: Like HearthSong on Facebook.

1 Entry: Follow HearthSong on Twitter.

1 Entry: Follow our blog publicly (found on right sidebar).

1 Entry: Subscribe to our blog via reader.

1 Entry: Become our friend on Facebook AND update your status with link to this giveaway.

3 Entries: Post about this contest with a link back to our blog AND a link to HearthSong (Leave a link back to your post in your comment).

1 Entry: Follow us on twitter and tweet this contest. You may do this once daily (always leave the link in your comment).

2 Entries: Add our button to your blog.

Good luck! Contest ends on January 14th at midnight. Winner will be announced January 15th.

Winner will be chosen through random.org. Open to U.S. only.

Please be sure to include your e-mail or have it in your profile so I can contact you if you win. Thanks!

We are not compensated for our reviews. We receive product(s) for free so we can provide our experience. These are our honest opinions. Your experience may vary.