Something New : Luna & Larry's CBDC

Happy Friday everyone!

This is the second week of my SOMETHING NEW series.

Originally I had planned to write a short blog on the intro to Hatha-Flow Yoga Class that my ACES and I took at YogaTree Midtown (their Yonge/Eglinton Location), but, as I am adding my 2cents to the Team Recap blog on http://2tbfitness.com/2012/08/10/aces-fit-link/ I thought to myself... HEY, HOMEY... Why not write about some other thing New? And, I said to myself, I said... YEAH, But WHAT?!  And as I walked into my house, I remembered that I had bought something New earlier this week!

So... without too much further ado I present to you my Testing and Review of

Luna and Larry's Dark Chocolate Coconut Bliss.

Now, I know what you're thinking "OMG Mia has lost it, she's sampling ICE CREAM?!"

But there's a method to the madness. I swear! Anyone who knows me, knows I'm a frozen treat FIEND! Especially Ice Cream. This one is SPECIAL. Not ONLY is it Soy & Dairy Free, Completely Vegan and Certified Fair Trade, BUT it's HELLA YUMMY!

I only had 2 TBSP - I told you, method & tasting - no bingeing here!

As you'd expect, the "too good to be good for you" is too good to be true, and it STILL packs a worthy 220cals per half cup, but it's only 15g of Sugar and it's from pure Agave Syrup, and fresh pressed Coconut Milk. It's alkali pressed FT Cocoa, and with just a touch of FT Vanilla, it still has a little, and may I say, pleasent Coconut undernote.

If you're jonesing and MUST have some dessert, I would definitely recommend this one. Beyond the "feel good" fair trade/organic & renewable sources, it's feel good for the waistline, too. It carries a few grams less fat (but "better" fat), and much less sugar (again, from cleaner sweetener sources) than ANY "real" ice cream. Additional plus side: it takes the edge off WAY BETTER than any "diet" or low-fat fix brand, I've tried to date.

This is the only flavor I've tried, yet, but there are TONS!

PLEASE ENJOY RESPONSIBLY! - oops! Another slogan infringement, but definitely applies!

xo - Mia

UNDER ARMOUR Product Review !!!

I've had the opportunity to test out the New UNDER ARMOUR WOMEN : ARMOUR BRA

Can I start by saying it's wonderful to find a SPORTSbra for MY actual bra-size that doesn't involve white or taupe, irritating underwire, or a Department store!?

I love the fact that the sizes are color specific, so you never accidentally grab the wrong size in a rush (*we've ALL been there!), and you only have to worry about picking the right measurement. Yes, you get it in your ACTUAL BRA SIZE (*get measured, trust me, 85% of women are wearing the WRONG SIZE!)

About the Armour Bra (Straight from the UA:Women Info-Booklet) >>

• Bonded seams eliminate painful rubbing and chafing
• Removable, molded cups deliver modesty, support, and a streamlined silhouette
• Straps built with UA’s SuperStretch technology that eliminates digging
• Ultra-soft, sturdy fabric feels smooth and comfortable against your skin
• Signature UA Compression fabric lets you concentrate on your moves, not what’s moving
• Next generation power sling construction cradles for superior support that stays put

Being in the more-endowed half of the female population, I've bounced (*pun!) NATURALLY between a C and D (*& DD at my heaviest!)  It was nice to have a bra that was not only VERY comfortable, but also extremely supportive, without wires! Even the clasps in the back are stitched in to avoid skin contact/rubbing, during intense workouts.

I used the bra for different kinds of workouts: Weight Lifting, Running, Plyometric/Interval Circuits and Yoga. She was a dream across the board! She was sturdy and shape-holding during my lifts, and during Yoga I didn't feel as though my movement was being constricted. Through the run & plyo/intervals my girls were cradled ~ they were lovingly held safely and happily to prevent excess movement (*think BOINGY BOINGY BOINGY for the some of the other guys' bras!).

The Bra really keeps the ladies in CHECK and unlike some other brands, there was no underarm burns, no strap-trapping (*aka: straps digging into the neck/shoulder) and no rib-rubbing from trying to compress the girls to suffocation!  True to word, UA's Moisture Transport System kept sweat away from my body as my temperature started to rise, and the mesh venting down the back was ideal for enhanced breathability.

After four or five washes, and as I lost a little weight (I'm down 18lbs in last month) it's a little bit looser, BUT still a great fit and holding up (*pun #2) very well! But what I LOVE about the Under Armour brand >> Their satisfaction guarantee! If you're not 100% satisfied with your gear, return it for a full refund. Anytime. Any Reason. Guaranteed.

Although it is a little bit pricey (*about $60 CAD/USD) the BEST bra's are WORTH IT (in any brand) and I definitely recommend it! Especially for my ladies who are bigger than an A or B (*no shots, but y'all little bitties, just can not understand how PAINFUL fitness can be, for the bigger girls!)you'll definitely want to get your girls in to one of these Under Armour bras.

Looking forward to more from UnderArmour and their ladies' line!
Follow them on Twitter at @uawomen

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Hey all,

I'm also blogging with my ACES on our upcoming site http://2tbfitness.com
Check out my blog from TODAY!

http://2tbfitness.com/2012/08/07/lazy-monday/


Enjoy!

xo - Mia

Motivation Monday

A Little bit of Inspiration, and FAITH.

"You’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and
smarter than you think"
- A.A Milne


When you lose your faith in you, just keep your faith in Him. Through God, (*whomever that is, or whatever that means to YOU) all things can be achieved. Pray not for an easy end, but for clarity of course & lightness of step. Pray not for removal of your load, but for bredth of back & strength
of resolve.

You already know what you need to do, just take a moment &
remind yourself that you are already blessed.  Focus your fears on Him & quiet all the doubt & confusion blocking your clarity of thought.

You CAN & will be OK.

This too shall pass.

Remember that no matter what you encounter, or what you see as
failures, be still & know that you are perfect & loved as you are.

And never EVER forget to BREATHE.

Be Still and KNOW that you are LOVED, Blessed and Highly Favored!

xo - Mia