Effective Ways To Motivate Yourself To Start Working Out

Effective Ways To Motivate Yourself To Start Working Out

 

It’s a beautiful early morning, and you’re enjoying your sleep. Then your phone’s reminder startles you with a notification –you’ve got to get up and workout as planned. You postpone the reminder, pull your sheets over your body and go back to sleep, only to wake up with regret. Or you just had your first workout session, and your body feels so sore you’re asking yourself if you have to go through this the next day. Does any of the above sound familiar to you? Then here are some ways to motivate yourself to start (and continue) working out.

  • Identify your source of motivation

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Yes, you want to look your best for that vacation or fit into that beautiful dress, but you can’t always rely on such external factors to motivate you. What happens when the vacation ends or when you change your mind about that dress? Do you then throw your fitness plan out the window?

 

Define your reasons for wanting to work out and your fitness goals to point out any emotional or personal investment goals that go beyond just looking good. Aim to feel healthy, avoid spending too much time and money in hospitals, heal faster, and remain healthy enough to achieve your life’s goals.

  • Make yourself accountable to someone

 

It’s easy to make all the fitness promises to yourself, but it is equally easy to break them when you’re accountable only to yourself. Experts agree that working out with a friend or in a group makes it easier to stick to a fitness plan, backed by some research. That means you can get a workout buddy, work with a personal trainer, or join a fitness group that will keep you on your toes. If you prefer working out alone, you can sign a contract with a money-loving friend to pay, say, $30 (or any form of penalty) any time you skip a workout session.

  • Rewarding yourself helps

 

The key to getting through difficult workouts is finding the perfect balance between what rewards your hard work and what motivates you to continue working harder. One thing you can try is keeping your workout sessions short. The longer the sessions, the more you’ll dread exercising and the less willing you’ll be to work out. Studies have shown that short workouts throughout the day are as effective as long continuous ones. So, if you don’t have time for a 30-minute workout, you can try short 10-minute exercises spread across the day instead.

  • Don’t ignore niggling pain and discomfort

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It’s difficult and even not advisable sometimes to work out when you’re experiencing pain not related to your exercises. Exercising for the first time in a long time will make your muscles feel sore, but that’s normal. However, pain not related to your workouts can make pushing through a fitness program difficult. Be sure to visit your doctor or chiropractor for assistance. You should consider doing the same for your child by taking them to see a pediatric chiropractor to also ensure they are healthy.  

DISNEY+ REVEALS “OBI-WAN KENOBI” LIMITED SERIES DEBUT DATE

DISNEY+ LIMITED SERIES “OBI-WAN KENOBI” DEBUTS ON MAY 25 

ORIGINAL SERIES FROM LUCASFILM REUNITES FAN-FAVORITE STAR WARSCHARACTERS 

 OMG I am s excited for this new series Obi-Wan Kenobi had always been one of my favorites and now I get to see so much more of him. 

“Obi-Wan Kenobi” Episodes Set to Stream Exclusively on Disney+  

““Obi-Wan Kenobi,” the new Disney+ limited series from Lucasfilm, will debut exclusively on Disney+ May 25. The series stars Ewan McGregor, reprising his role as the iconic Jedi Master.

The story begins 10 years after the dramatic events of “Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith” where Obi-Wan Kenobi faced his greatest defeat—the downfall and corruption of his best friend and Jedi apprentice, Anakin Skywalker, who turned to the dark side as evil Sith Lord Darth Vader.

The series also marks the return of Hayden Christensen in the role of Darth Vader. Joining the cast are Moses Ingram, Joel Edgerton, Bonnie Piesse, Kumail Nanjiani, Indira Varma, Rupert Friend, O’Shea Jackson Jr., Sung Kang, Simone Kessell and Benny Safdie.

“Obi-Wan Kenobi” is executive-produced by Kathleen Kennedy, Michelle Rejwan, Deborah Chow, Ewan McGregor and Joby Harold.

 

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GHOSTBUSTERS: AFTERLIFE Review

We got the ghostbusters Afterlife free in exchange for an honest review.  All opinions are our own

 

I have waited so many years for another Ghostbusters and the Ghostbusters afterlife did not disappoint.  This movie stars off with a typical family. After they get the news that they are getting evicted they find out their grandfather (who they never knew) died.  They head out to his house in a new town and start to discover a whole history they never knew about.  Their grandfathers was one of the original Ghostbusters.    With a few new found friends and a lot of old equipment they start to take up their grandfathers legacy.  They will save the town and learn a little more about their family history on the way.

SYNOPSIS
GHOSTBUSTERSAFTERLIFE
From director Jason Reitman and producer Ivan Reitman comes the next chapter in the original Ghostbusters universe. In GhostbustersAfterlife, when a single mom and her two kids arrive in a small town, they begin to discover their connection to the original Ghostbusters and the secret legacy their grandfather, an original Ghostbuster, left behind. The film is written by Gil Kenan & Jason Reitman.

GHOSTBUSTERS ULTIMATE COLLECTION 4K ULTRA HD SET
Featuring GHOSTBUSTERSGHOSTBUSTERS II and GHOSTBUSTERSAFTERLIFE on 4K Ultra HD & Blu-ray, plus two discs full of special features! Includes over 20 hours of rare behind-the-scenes and must-see archival gems, including the full Preview Cut of the original movie and much, much more! Presented in collectible “ghost trap” packaging with lights,and includes a full 220-page reprint of the rare 1985 “Making GHOSTBUSTERS” book! Also includes digital versions of GHOSTBUSTERSGHOSTBUSTERS II, GHOSTBUSTERS: ANSWER THE CALL and GHOSTBUSTERSAFTERLIFE.

‘Investing In Your Home To Improve Its Safety’

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Making your home look beautiful can be an exciting process, but many people neglect their safety and security when they are focused on interior design. No matter the size of your family or the people living in your home, it always makes sense to do everything you can to make the place safe. To help you out with this, this article will be exploring some of the best ways to invest in your home to make sure that it is as safe as possible.

 

Alarms & Other Safety Measures

 

While most homes feel perfectly safe, there are dangers that can lurk unseen. Carbon monoxide is a great example of this, as it is a tasteless and colourless gas, but it also has the potential to be deadly. It’s also important to consider issues like fires when you are adding safety measures to your home. You can find alarm systems for both carbon monoxide (and other dangerous gasses) and fires/heat, giving you everything you need to get started.

 

Reinforcement & Weather Protection

 

Your house probably seems very robust from the outside, with bricks or wood joined together to make something that should stand for centuries. Of course, though, extreme weather and other large-scale disasters can easily change this. Reinforcing your home against the storms and other weather patterns can seem like a daunting task, but it can be much easier than many people expect when they first get started, with options like hurricane proof window panes offering loads of protection for a low cost.

 

Locks & Other Security Measures

 

Safety in your home isn’t always about the things around you. People can also pose a risk, and this makes it crucial that you have the right security in place for your home. Locks will already be on your windows and doors, but it makes sense to assess them to make sure that they are the best locks you can afford. Alongside this, installing CCTV and alarm systems can also help to keep your home safe from other people. It’s a shame to have to go to this length, but many people don’t feel safe without it.

 

Risk Assessments

 

Performing risk assessments is always an important part of staying safe, even if you don’t realise you’re doing it. For example, most people will perform several risk assessments before crossing a road; they will choose where to cross, when to cross, and how to cross all based on safety. This idea can also be applied to your home. Thinking about how sharp furniture could hurt your kids is a great example of this, but you also need to be creative and find ways to mitigate the risks you discover.

 

Keeping your home safe isn’t always free. It can be worth spending money on things like this, especially if you live in an area with high crime rates, regular extreme weather, or other issues that could pose a threat to your home. Of course, though, you also need to think about how these new measures will impact your life, choosing those that give you freedom while also protecting you.

Sesame Street: Elmo’s World All Around The Neighborhood DVD Giveaway

 

SESAME STREET – ELMO’S WORLD:

ALL AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD

ON DVD & DIGITAL FEBRUARY 1, 2022

FROM SHOUT! KIDS AND SESAME WORKSHOP

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Yaaa Elmo is back in an all new DVD Special.  For years we had tons of Elmo on our DVR it took up most of it.  I love that we now can get them all on DVD and the littles can watch at any time.

Los Angeles, CA – Take a trip through Sesame Street – Elmo’s World: All Around The Neighborhood on February 1 with a new DVD & Digital release from Shout! Kids and Sesame Workshop.

 

Join Elmo and his friends as they learn about the wonderful people, places, and things on Sesame Street! With over two hours of Elmo’s World shorts, preschoolers will find joy in everything their neighborhood holds! Learn all about doctors, newspapers, machines, factories, ramps, sports, getting dressed, bowling, veterinarians, nighttime, maps, blocks, transportation, measuring and photographers!

 

Included as an extra bonus on the DVD is Grover’s Jobs Through the Years Mash-Up. Grover is one of the hardest working monsters out there! Take a trip down memory lane and revisit some of Grover’s best and silliest jobs over the years. From taxi driver to meteorologist, there’s nothing this furry friend can’t do!

 

Currently in its 52nd season, Sesame Street is the country’s longest-running children’s television program and has received more Emmy® Awards than any other show in television history.

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Sesame Street Elmo’s World All Around The Neighborhood DVD

 

See below for terms and conditions. Open to U.S. residents of the 48 contiguous United States. You must be 18 years old to enter to win. 

All entries will be verified—only one entrant per mailing address per giveaway. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you will not be eligible to win it again. Any person who has won an award (or whose household has won a prize) in any promotion sponsored by the Sponsor in the thirty (30) days before this contest start date is not eligible to win a prize in this contest. Entrants who have created social accounts purely to enter Competitions or Sweepstakes will not be eligible to win. All social accounts used must be public. The winner will be chosen randomly through Rafflecopter and contacted via email. A reply to the winning email is required within 48 hours before a new winner is chosen. Void where prohibited by law. One person entering per household, please. Chatty Patty’s Place and Tabbys Pantry are not responsible for the shipment of the prize. This giveaway ends at 11:59 PM EST on 2.25.22

Giveaway Blue’s Clues & You! Blue’s Big Baking Show.

 

GET COOKING WITH BELOVED PUPPY BLUE IN THE ALL-NEW DVD

BLUE’S CLUES & YOU!
BLUE’S BIG BAKING SHOW

 

 

 

Available on DVD February 22, 2022

LOS ANGELES–November 16, 2021– Kids can put on their chef’s hats and join Blue and her friends in the bakery in the brand-new DVD release, Blue’s Clues & You! Blue’s Big Baking Show. Available on February 22, 2022, this DVD is full of fun and food-themed episodes as Blue and Josh learn how to bake bibingka, run their own fancy restaurant, help Mr. Salt find his disappearing pies, and more! Preschoolers will love playing Blue’s Clues with Blue and her friends in every delicious episode!

In celebration of Blue’s Clues and You: Blue’s Big Baking Show, I received some delicious Filipino Ube Crinkle Cookies from @calajocateringla . They are so soft and buttery and delicious. For even more baking fun, check out Blues Clues and You! Big Baking Show available now on DVD! #BluesCluesAndYouDVD #BluesCluesBakingKit @nickelodeon #filipinofood #ubereats #ubecrinklecookies

Blue’s Clues & You! Blue’s Big Baking Showwill be available on DVD from Paramount Home Entertainment and Nickelodeon Home Entertainment on February 22, 2022, for the suggested retail price of $10.99.

Blue’s Clues & You! Blue’s Big Baking Show episodes:

  • Blue’s Big Baking Show
  • Welcome to Blue’s Bistro
  • It’s YOUR Birthday!
  • Mystery of the Missing Pies


Blue’s Clues & You! Blue’s Big Baking Showsynopsis:
It’s a sweet and delicious day at Blue’s Bakery as Josh and Blue are baking bibingka–a cake from the Philippines! Next up is a trip to Blue’s Bistro, a very fancy restaurant. Then, celebrate your birthday with an incredibly special birthday cake made by Mr. Salt and Mrs. Pepper. And finally, play detective and try to find Mr. Salt’s missing pies, dun dun dun!

Blue’s Clues & You! Blue’s Big Baking Show fast facts:
Street Date: February 22, 2022
Catalog: 191329212998 (US), 191329213001 (CN)
Running Time: 1 hr 30 min
Audio: Dolby Digital English 5.1, French Stereo, Spanish Stereo
US Rating: Not Rated
CN Rating: G
US M.S.R.P.: $10.99
CN M.S.R.P.: $12.99

 

 
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4 Great Means Of Eating Well During Work ‘Crunch’

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Those of you who work full time jobs or run your own businesses will no doubt be aware of the concept of ‘crunch.’ This is a time when getting out a product or service on time, meeting a client deadline, or simply achieving a set goal for yourself will be so important that everything else in your life revolves around this for a period. 

 

You may be working much overtime during this period, or you may be doubling up on your responsibilities. This may even be something of a new normal for you if running a startup or other enterprise that requires your wit and will to develop against heavy competition.

 

That said, even if (and especially if) you’re encountering work ‘crunch,’ it’s important to take care of yourself. Take breaks where necessary, make sure you get good sleep, and it’s essential to make sure you’re eating well and staying hydrated. In this post, we’ll discuss this latter point, regarding how to eat well in a convenient and comfortable manner despite your attentions lying elsewhere:

 

Preparing Proper Meals In Advance

 

Meal prep can be a fantastic and useful measure to utilize when trying to focus on your work. This isn’t to say you should necessarily keep working through your lunch hour of course, you are afforded this break legally, and should take it.

 

That said, you may wish to eat without worrying about preparation or having to leave the office to wait in a queue and purchase food. This might be aided by following a forum like Meal Prep Sunday. With this effort, you cook up larger batches of food than usual, and freeze the excess in pre-prepared meals you need only microwave or heat up to enjoy as new. With a fully nutritious meal waiting for you, you can keep your energy levels up and exercise your brainpower appropriately, chasing success for the better.

 

Slow Cooker Convenience

 

Slow cookers are wonderful for those who may work at home throughout the day. This is because often, you can set and forget the very many recipes within, allowing you to enjoy tender meats, fantastic stews, and our personal favorite, this amazing slow cooker French onion soup recipe. This can give you gorgeous nutrition will all of the taste, and you didn’t have to mother the creation of such a dish to enjoy it.

 

Snacks & Nutritional Drinks

 

Snacks are worthwhile provided they’re healthy and can help you top up a hunger pang that you might have between lunch and your evening meal. If you feel tired, often drinking a vitamin-enriched beverage can also help you, but beware of the sugar content involved in many ‘health drinks,’ as they can sometimes be less healthy than they state.

 

Nutritional drinks can of course relate to teas such as tasty green tea or matcha, which are known to have incredible anti-oxidant properties as well as releasing caffeine at a much slower, smoother rate than a large shot of coffee might. A snack could be as simple as eating a banana, an apple, or a handful of grapes. This can keep you ticking over, especially during those days where you feel a little lethargic but have to work with enthusiasm anyway.

 

Finger Foods

 

Finger foods are important to consider, because they can be eaten while you work in some given scenarios. Pre-prepared sushi is often the best for this, because you can easily pick a piece up, enjoy it, eat a little ginger to clean your palette completely and then wipe your hands so that you can continue typing without mess.

 

Other finger foods might include carrot sticks with a hummus dip, or pre-portioned wraps you may have made the previous evening.

 

Giving Yourself Time

 

Note that even during a period of work crunch, you need time to let your food settle before you begin putting in hard graft at your job again. Allowing yourself at least ten-fifteen minutes to enjoy something to eat and taking a necessary break is your right. Try not to skip lunch if you can, because what might seem like a good sacrifice now can only make you feel worse and will impact the quality of your work.

 

On top of that, eating light foods such as our aforementioned soup can help you avoid the pitfalls of lethargy that may otherwise come – as no one wants to fall asleep at their desk.

 

With this advice, you’re certain to eat well during work crunch, despite all the constraints placed on you.

Dull Home? Add More Light With These Tips

After a long, frigid winter, nothing surpasses the warm warmth of sunlight on your face. It will brighten your emotions, improve your overall health, and save you money on electricity if you bring it into your home.

 

Surprisingly, the various benefits of greater natural light in your house have not gone ignored, as property buyers are now naming “plenty of natural light” as a primary feature they seek in a new home, and that they are prepared to pay a premium for it.

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You’ll be astonished at how many options there are for increasing natural light in your home:

 

Select The Most Appropriate Color Scheme

As you may recall from painting class, color has the ability to absorb or reflect light. Dark colors absorb light, thus a dark blue room with plenty of light will still appear dull and dismal in comparison to a light grey or light tan space. Light is reflected around the room by the lighter colors, which act as a mirror.

Dull Home? Add More Light With These Tips

After a long, frigid winter, nothing surpasses the warm warmth of sunlight on your face. It will brighten your emotions, improve your overall health, and save you money on electricity if you bring it into your home.

 

Surprisingly, the various benefits of greater natural light in your house have not gone ignored, as property buyers are now naming “plenty of natural light” as a primary feature they seek in a new home, and that they are prepared to pay a premium for it.

 

You’ll be astonished at how many options there are for increasing natural light in your home:

 

Select The Most Appropriate Color Scheme

As you may recall from painting class, color has the ability to absorb or reflect light. Dark colors absorb light, thus a dark blue room with plenty of light will still appear dull and dismal in comparison to a light grey or light tan space. Light is reflected around the room by the lighter colors, which act as a mirror.

 

Don’t forget to gaze up at the ceiling. If the ceiling is several shades lighter than the walls, the room will feel larger, higher, and brighter.

 

Use a shinier, satin, or semi-gloss paint to improve the reflecting characteristics of the surface color.

Increase The Size Of Your Windows Or Doors

If you’re in the market for new doors or windows, now is a wonderful time to get them installed and improve the amount of natural light that enters your home. There are fewer frames due to innovations in window production, resulting in more exposed glass. Choose portrait, bow, or bay windows for the biggest impact. These can be used in conjunction with both fixed and movable units to give ample light and ventilation.

Clean Your Windows

This may seem obvious, but carefully cleaning your windows and glass doors will ensure that the greatest sunshine filters through and brightly shines throughout your living space. Do you think there’s a lot of grime on your windows? Examine the microfiber cleaning you utilized. You’re probably baffled as to how any light got through. If you want to save time and make sure you never forget to clean your windows, hiring window cleaners is the best thing to do. Arrange for them to visit every 2 weeks or once a month.

Treatments For The Windows

Light, breezy sheers have taken the place of heavy brocade curtains. Remember your grandma’s old house, when you couldn’t tell if it was day or night because the drapes were so thick? Over time, window treatments have changed drastically to reflect more basic trends.

 

It’s time to take down those Roman shades that block natural light even when they’re open and then let the light in. Choose sheer drapes with a small panel so you may pull them back and admire the view outside. Plantation shutters are yet another popular choice since they allow you to regulate the amount of light that comes into your home and can be tilted in any direction with the twist of a wand.

Add a Backsplash That Reflects

Backsplashes for kitchens and bathrooms are extremely popular, and there are so many different materials to pick from that you’ll have no trouble finding something that complements your style. Ceramic tiles are a great choice, but glass tiles are a great option. Compared to traditional ceramic tiles, recycled glass tiles are more environmentally friendly. They are also more stain- and mold-resistant, and they reflect light just as well as mirrors. Use high-gloss tiles, such as subway tiles, or shiny tiles to achieve the greatest amount of reflected light.

Trees Should Be Pruned Outside Of Windows And Doors

Landscaping and trees improve the appearance of your home and provide a friendly first impression. Naturally, as the amount of outside plants rises, the amount of light that enters the building decreases. The pruning of tree branches, shrubs, and climbing vines that are obstructing windows or doors is recommended. If you have overgrown plants, you should probably replace them with low-lying perennials that flower every year. This will allow you to maintain an unobstructed view and allow natural light to pour in more easily.

It is easy to take natural resources for granted, but by making an effort to incorporate them into our daily lives, we may improve our health, spiritual well-being, financial situation, and general quality of life. Has anyone figured out a way to boost the quantity of light that comes into their home? Please share a couple of them in the comments box below. Thank you for your time.

Buy SARMs Australia

Are you wondering how to get bigger, stronger muscles? Perhaps you have tried different exercise methods or diets, but they don’t seem to work. At least not without leaving you with long-term side effects. But that doesn’t have to be the case; don’t you give up just yet. 

 

Your solution is SARMs. 

 

Those are drugs that might help your bodybuilding hobby without putting your health at risk. In this article, you’ll learn all about the best SARMs in Australia, what they are, the potential benefits, and how to use them for maximum results. Let’s dive right in.

What are SARMs?

Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators are drugs that help you build big strong muscles. SARMs work by binding to your body’s androgen receptors. But the compounds differ from steroids in that they act only on specific tissues on your body, such as bone and muscle.

 

Scientists first synthesized the drugs to treat breast cancer and help manage infertility. Later, the experts improved the compounds to help patients reduce muscle wastage, which occurs in the case of cancer, age, osteoporosis, or Alzheimer’s disease. 

 

The drugs act by helping your body improve muscle and bone synthesis. And over the recent years, athletes are also using the compounds to improve their physical performance because SARMs have lesser side effects than steroids. However, the drugs are now listed on the World Anti-Doping Agency’s list of prohibited substances.

What Are SARMs Ingredients?

The list of chemical constituents to improve athleticism include Cardarine, Ostarine, Ligandrol, Testolone RAD-140, or YK-11. 

 

Products such as vitamins and minerals may also contain SARMs. But you should always purchase the supplements from reputable brands to ensure you get the correct formulation for each ingredient.

How Do SARMs Work?

The anabolic drugs work in your body by binding to androgen receptors on the bone and muscle cells. That action activates the tissues and signals them to grow bigger and stronger.

Therefore, you get more out of your workouts. However, note that you still need to adhere to a high protein diet and lift heavy weights to get the most out of SARMs. 

 

Women also benefit from SARMs as they have testosterone, although lesser than men.

Are SARMs Better than Steroids?

According to research, SARMs are generally safe, but the FDA is yet to approve the drugs as fit for consumption for the general population. That’s because scientists have not yet discovered any long-term side effects of using SARMs.

 

On the other hand, steroids cause serious side effects such as heart disease, liver toxicity, mood disorder, aggressive behavior, acne, suicidal tendencies, erectile dysfunction, and shrinking testicles. That adverse reaction occurs because those drugs raise your overall circulating testosterone levels, thus affecting many-body systems.

Other Differences Between SARMs and Steroids

  1. Men using steroids develop breasts while women get a deeper voice and lose their feminine qualities. That effect is not the case for people using SARMs.
  2. SARMs promote bone and muscle health and produce a faster muscle-building response than steroids.
  3. Steroids increase the risk for prostate cancer for users, while SARMs are safer.

Potential Benefits of Using SARMs.

The drugs help body-builders in muscle maintenance, bulking, or cutting because of the drug’s anabolic properties and ease of use. More advantages include:

  1. Improving your athletic performance.
  2. Burning fat for fuel in your body, thus inducing weight loss.
  3. You experience faster recovery after workouts.
  4. It increases your bone density.
  5. It helps you build lean muscle.

How to Purchase and Use SARMs

You can purchase SARMs legally, but the government is yet to approve them as nutritional supplements. 

 

Consult your doctor before using SARMs because dosages depend on the type of constituents. Women should also use around 50% of the men’s doses. Experts also recommend that you take them atleast an hour before exercising for the best results. 

 

Start with a small dose of your regimen, then increase slowly while following instructions strictly. Also, note that you should use the drug for short periods, 8-12 weeks, then give your body a 4-12 week break to prevent tolerance.

Side Effects of Using SARMs

Most users tolerate the anabolic drug well, but you can still get complications. However, in some studies, Cardarine had carcinogenic effects on mice while Ligandrol elicited liver injury.

Conclusion

Many athletes in the body-building industry use SARMs to improve their physical performance and enhance recovery from intense workouts. And the drugs help with that by binding to testosterone receptors on the muscle and bone, thus enhancing growth. 

 

People using SARMs experience a safer muscle-building experience because, unlike steroids, they don’t get side effects such as erectile dysfunction or heart diseases. Moreover, SARMs are also better for women as the drugs don’t cause masculinization effects such as a deepened voice.

 

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Valentine’s Day Gif Guide 2022

 

Collage.com

Collage.com has a wide range of gifts that are amazing for Valentine’s day.  They have everything from blankets to cups and so much more.  You can easily download your own pictures to make the gift personalized and they will ship it right to you.  The web site is so easy to use and they always have awesome sales going on to make it even better. collage.com offers over 50 personalized products you can make your own. To lighten up a heavy day, you can put a funny picture or even your face on a pillow or blanket. A memory that will live on forever and bring lifelong smiles to your loved ones.

 

My Happy Nuts

Comfort Cream” Which reduces sweat, irritation, and makes your nuts comfy and happy! This is such a cute, fun and useful gift to give this Valentine’s Day. A manly scented lotion that dries as a silky powder to absorb your sweat and creates an anti-friction layer.

Rose and Remy

Shoes are still a girls best friend.  I love to find a great chunky heal and ones that come in such wonderful colors sign me up for one in each color.  The Rose and Remy come in a few different colors and each of them is perfect for a special occasion.  They are comfortable to wear and really make a statement.

Bridesmaid Gifts Boutique

I love the robes from Bridesmaid Boutique.  This is not just a present for your bridesmaids it is a perfect gift for Valentines Day.   You can get an initial on it and they have a few different designs and colors to choose from. They even have different fabrics.   They are soft and perfect for the summers here in Arizona. As you can imagine, not all robes are created equal. You’ll enjoy a huge selection as you shop for bride and bridesmaid robes (assuming that’s your gift of choice), but you’ll have plenty of decisions to make.

 

Broken Top

I love great candles and room sprays and Broken Top’s smell amazing.  I have never had a citrus based room spray and I fell in love at first sniff.  The fresh squeezed linen spray is light and refreshing.  The Sea Salt Surf and Honey Horchata candles are long lasting and leave a great smell even when the candle is not burning.  I Love their whole collection.

 

Royal Trivia Book

Royal Trivia: Your Guide to the Modern British Royal Family by Rachel Bowie and Roberta Fiorito ($15.95, October 2021)  If you have a Royal Lover this book is a must have they have so many awesome facts that they will be drawn in. Test your knowledge of the British royal family—from fun facts like the names of the Queen’s corgis, to the heartbreaking story of the late Princess Diana—with this ultimate trivia book perfect for fans of The Crown or anyone royally obsessed! 

 

The Magical Girls Guide To Life Book.

The Magical Girl’s Guide to Life: Find Your Inner Power, Fight Everyday Evil, and Save the Day with Self-Care by Jacque Aye ($17.95, November 2021) .  Are you and your friends doing a Galentines this year then this is a great book to grab them all.  It is full of awesome quizes and insights you will all love. Transform into your most magical self with this one-of-a-kind, manga inspired self-care guide designed to help you discover and harness your inner power- anime style!

Cupcake Polish

It is so hard these days to find great nail polish colors that really pop.  When i go to the store I see a lot of light pink, white tip and the sort.  I want my nails to pop with great colors and easy glide polish.  I do my own nails so I also want affordable that I can change all week long to change my mood.  Cupcake polish not only has beautiful vibrant colors the polish glides on and comes off easily for color change.  Price: Starting at $8.50

Love Life

You know me it’s not exactly what it does for you that will keep me coming back its how it taste.  I LOVED the Love Life Taste.  But it also does more. The mission behind Moonlight Beverage is to create functional beverages that support health and wellness goals. One of our brands known as Love Life Enhanced Intimacy Beverage is a drink that works by getting the juices flowing in all the right places (wink, wink.)  Through our patented, all-natural amino acid formula, Love Life boosts nitric oxide levels and increases stamina and performance. Nitric oxide is known as the miracle molecule, in which our body creates it, but as we age nitric oxide levels decrease. Love Life helps replenish nitric oxide levels and create the oh-la-la we are all craving and deserve in life.

Hubbard Peanut Company’s

Hubby loves great snacks, and Hubbard Peanut Company has a terrific selection to choose from. He of course LOVED the Choco-Covered Peanuts the most. I think he ate most of them before I even got to write this! The traditional V-Day gift of chocolates and flowers is no match for Hubs‘ sweet peanut concoctions, which have been melting hearts since 1954. The family owned business has mastered classic flavors like Choco Covered and Peanut Brittle, and have taken sweet treats to a new dimension with their eccentric Sweet Heat and ultra crunchy Honey Kissed options. Their one-of-a-kind Sweet Heat seasoning juxtaposes maple syrup and molasses with notes of habanero for a firework of flavors, while their Honey Kissed is the perfect balance of sweet and salty.

 

Shameless Pets

Let’s not forget our fuzzy friends this Valentine’s day Kava is a very picky puppy so if she is a fan of the goodies then they are for sure a winner.  The Shameless Pets was fantastic she fell in love with the lobster. She gobbled then up and asked for more.  Shameless Petes launched an awesome limited-time-only Valentine’s Day Treat called “Chasin’ Tail”.  Make sure to pick them up before they are gone.

 

Evviro-Log

I was so excited to work with Enviro-Log.  My parents house has a fire pit and summer is coming.  I can not wait for warm nights around the fire watching the colors change.  These make a great gift to go with a special night with someone. EnviroLog Color-Flame is a safe and simple way to add amazing color to fires and entertain loved ones on Valentine’s Day..  EnviroLog Color-Flame can be used indoors in a fireplace or woodstove, and outdoors in a firepit, chimenea or campsite.  Simply toss one or two packets into an established firelog or wood fire and watch vibrant colors appear in the flames for up to an hour.  Do not open the Color-Flame packet or use in propane firepits and artificial gas log fireplaces.  EnviroLog Color-Flame is available at select Walmart and Tractor Supply stores in packs of three.

The Spice Lab

MW and hubby love to cook together.  Finding great new spices is always a must on our list.  The Spice Lab has a great set called the Fiesta of Flavors.  This set comes with 4 different spices.   Spice Lab has five different Seasoning Collections that make great gifts for Valentine’s Day as well as a selection of other gourmet gifts.  Tell someone they spice up your life! See www.spices.com  

Yipes! Wipes

These wipes looked amazing, then when I opened them they were even more amazing.  The wipes are nice and thick and they smell wonderful.  I love that these are the perfect gift for her or for the teacher.  They are individually wrapped so they don’t just dry out. Yipes! Wipes are 94% biodegradable and made with 99% plant-derived ingredients. Made in the USA, they are formulated without parabens, phthalates and petrolatum, are enriched with aloe vera, and our wipes are not tested on animals.

 

Jelly Belly Gum

I love Jelly Belly, and had no idea they had gum.  When the Jelly Belly Gum came I was excited but had no idea how excited my son would be.  He thought this was the best gum ever.  For Valentine’s day we like to give little gifts to our little guy and this and a plushy would be perfect.  The gum is so flavorful and the flavor lasted a long time.  The new gum gives Jelly Belly enthusiasts the Jelly Belly flavors they love in a long-lasting gum format. It comes in Watermelon, Berry Blue, Island Punch and Very Cherry and is available nationwide at Party City and Dollar Generallocations, as well as Amazon.

Husky Beard & Grooming

If you are looking for a great gift for him if you have a man with a beard then Husky Beard & Grooming is going to be a perfect gift.  Woman use so many products and now there is are special lines of products for him too that he will love. Price: Starting at $5.99  Husky Beard & Grooming offers everything from beard shampoo, conditioner, oils, brushes, and combs. All products are natural and handmade in the USA. The oils used are hand-mixed to be nongreasy and thinner than most on the market, making them more pleasurable with a subtle “whisper scent” of coconut and mahogany.

 

Wit & West Perfumes

Perfume is always a go to in our family for presents.  I don’t use just ones scent I like to change my scent with my moods.  Wit & West Perfumes has a wide range of scents.  I love that you can pick a few and make this a special gift for her this year.  Wit & West Perfumes include high-quality 100% natural whole botanicals and naturally-derived ingredients, including wildcrafted and organic essential oils, CO2 extracts, absolutes, naturally derived isolates, custom handmade tinctures, and enfleurage extraits. The alcohol base used in the perfumes is three-stage filtered USDA organic grape alcohol made from the finest certified organic wines and grape varietals. All offerings are cruelty-free, phthalate-free, and paraben-free. All fragrances are small-batch designed, formulated, and bottled in-house. Everything is carefully selected, sourced, and handmade from raw materials including from the duo’s garden. With & West Perfumes offers unique and daring scents with allure. You’ll stand out in the best way. Take the scent quiz and find the best all-natural fragrance for you.

 

Ballsy

I love finding great products for hubby and if they are in a fun box and funny too even better Ballsy has a great useful and funny gift for him.

 Nuts About You Sack Pack & Boxers Gift by Ballsy Brands: Show Valentine your Nuts about him with an incrediball collection of our best-selling below-the-belt products, all made in USA. Your Valentine isn’t boring and his personal care products shouldn’t be either.
This Cuddle Inducing Gift Set contains: Ballwash – Deep Cleaning Activated Charcoal Body Wash, Nut Rub – Intoxicating Solid Cologne, Sack Spray – Portable Deodorizing Spray, Limited-Edition V-Day Boxers with Ballwall Tech

 

NAPRIM Naturals

I am always looking for great new products for me and my family.  The NAPRIM Naturals is a great add to our beauty routine. If you get irritated skin like I do these are going to be a life saver they are so soothing and affordable.  NAPRIM Naturals offers face and body powders that are universally safe, soothing, talc-free, all-natural, vegan, and naturally unscented. The Nourishing Powder reduces inflammation, redness, and irritation caused by eczema, psoriasis, and dryness. Created by soothing and natural ingredients, the powder also calms irritated skin and clears breakout and blemishes! The name NAPRIM is derived from “Naturally Prim” – the feeling that everyone experiences when applying the natural powder on their face and body to create an irritation-free experience. I loved the Nourishing Powder + Kabuki Brush Set

Cricket Company

I can not tell you how much I fell in love with these.  Not only so they have beauty tools that i use everyday,  But they come in cute containers.  I can keep them on my sink and they look cute and even throw in my purse and they are contained in these awesome containers. Cricket’s Happy Hair Ties Tin ($4.99 SRP) and other Impulse Tins are available at Cricketco.com ($3.99 – $10.00 SRP). This Happy Hair Tin is also available atCVS.

Steeped Coffee

If you have a coffee lover in the family like I do them checking out Steeped Coffee is a must.  I love that they are individually packed so I can bring them on the go. What sets Steeped Coffee apart is its proprietary brewing method that does not require machines or brewing equipment, made much like tea. The coffee comes in single-serve bags that are nitro-sealed to ensure absolute freshness. It’s a uniquely “unplugged” coffee experience, from the award-winning packaging made using compostable and renewable materials to the non-GMO filters. All it takes to brew a perfect cup is hot water and a few minutes, and at the end of the day, there are no wasteful plastic pods accumulating in waterways or landfills.

TOA Waters

As most of you know anytime bath related I want to try.  I take a relaxing bath a few times a week and a great bubble bath is hard to find.  I did not know when this showed up that my son was going to love it.  From the bottle to the wax topper my son thinks this is the best thing ever.  The scent is not to strong, but you can it is there.  It had a nice crisp scent and make awesome bubbles.  They have quite a few different scents each one sounds amazing. TOA Waters provides premiumbubble baths for the bold bather. We’re not your typical rose-petal, pinky-upscented bubble bath company. Prepare to hike through a forest or swim in theRed Sea – all in the comfort of your tub.

Sunrize Tea

I LOVE tea I drink it every day.  I need my tea to be a nice crisp flavor and the Sunrize Teas have the flavor I am always looking for.  I love that they are affordable and you can do customizable tea sampler packs, where you can select 3-10 teas of your choice, here:. Plus, I have a few options perfect for Valentine’s Day, including Plums and Roses—a lovely black tea with cardamom, roses, and plums—and Balanced Goddess—a sweet and creamy herbal blend with floral notes of hibiscus, chrysanthemum, rose, and lavender.

 

Demeter Fragrance

Fragrances are one of my go to for any gift giving.  When these showed up I fell in love with the watermelon.  Watermelon Blossom: Imagine the freshest, most perfect watermelon, on a perfect summer’s day, and you can imagine the opening notes of Watermelon Blossom.  It is a great summer scent that I am going to have t stock up on. They have a wide range of scents and they are big at a great price.  You can pick a few up and be ready for anyone you forgot a gift for. Demeter Fragrance products are available as cologne sprays, atmosphere diffusers, bath & body oils, shower gels as well as body lotions and start at just $5.50.

Fresh Del Monte’s Pinkglow®

GUARENTEED OVERNIGHT SHIPPING comes with purchases of Fresh Del Monte’s Pinkglow® Pineapple this Valentine’s Day! Think “pink” by giving the gift of luxurious fruit to your loved ones this Valentine’s Day. Grown in the Costa Rican jungle, this exotic, pink pineapple is the perfect gift for the person who has everything and is sure to make them feel like royalty this Valentine’s Day.

Highland Titles/Celtic Titles

I love my highland title and this year I go to get hubby his own title.  This is such a cute set that comes with a certificate and a card.  Someone special in your life can become a lord or and lady and its so easy to do.  INSTANTLY become a Lord or Lady! Highland Titles/Celtic Titles, two of the world’s leading innovators in land preservation, are offering couples everlasting gifts of Scottish and Irish titles, such as Laird, Lord or Lady, in exchange for souvenir plots of land on its Slievekirk Wood estate in Ireland or Glencoe Wood estate in Scotland!

 

Gillette

I have a hubby that shaves.  One thing he always hated is the razor burn and even says the girls razors are a lot better sometimes, but the men’s cut better.  Now I can get him the awesome quality that we get in a men’s razor.  The New Gillette razor is just what he needs for a clean smooth shave. With an exfoliating bar built into the handle, this new razor removes dirt and debris from the skin before the blades pass, ensuring the skin is primed for a great shave, that’s as quick and easy as washing your face. It’s perfect for guys who want a stylish and performance-focused grooming experience. The included premium metal stand allows for easy hygienic drying of the blades while serving as a sleek design piece in your bathroom.  

 

BrightenTheOccasion.com

I love the idea of a beautiful candle for Valentine’s day.  I love even more that BrightenTheOccasion.com can personalize it with messages and pictures.  This candle is not only adorable it smells amazing. It comes in a box ready to gibe and even the candle holder is cute. Our handcrafted personalized candles are loaded with extreme fragrance and make the perfect Valentine’s gift. Product options include personalized text and photo uploads making each item special. Other choices include fragrance, box color and a personal gift message. A variety of designs are available to celebrate all of life’s occasion including holiday, birthday, congratulations, thank you, romance and more at https://brightentheoccasion.com/

Prato Botanico

I love getting great beauty products.  Even better ones that work and soak into my skin with no greasy feeling.  These had such a great light scent even my husband commented on it.  The eye cream was nice and thick yet still soaked in and i could tell a difference in my dark circles with just one use. I was amazed by the Prato Botanico  products and they are affordable. All products are cruelty-free, vegan-friendly, and NATRUE certified, the highest and most stringent organic certification a skincare brand can receive from this organization.

All Bread Vintage Box

I love giving gifts for the home.  I never knew how much a bread box could make a difference, but it really does keep the bread fresher.  The All Bread Vintage Box is not only stylish it comes in different colors and keeps our bread safe from the dogs and fresh. This vintage bread box will bring back style and memories of Grandma’s kitchen. A great combination of modern materials with vintage design. She used one of these to preserve her fresh-baked loaves and it will do the same for your homemade or store-bought bread!

HIKI Body Powder

This is a great product line for everyone.  They have a great smell and work fantastic. It did not leave marks on my clothing and was so refreshing.  Make sure to stock up on these before summer hits. HIKI’s translucent, talc-free Body Powder is made with odor-fighting probiotics and moisture-absorbing powders to keep you feeling silky smooth and fresh all day.

Niré Beauty Brush Set

I wish I could say I was a great makeup artist, But i can not lie and most of you have seen my pictures lol.  So I have to depend on good brushes to do half the work for me.  I Love the Niré Beauty Brush Set it comes with all the brushes you will need in a great container and they are so soft. All the way from England, this top-rated makeup brush set has all the beauty tools for stunning makeup looks everyone will ask about! 12 professional makeup brushes, and 3 FREE BONUS ITEMS: a makeup brush cleaner, Niré Beauty Blender Sponge AND pro brush holder.

Luxe England Royal Gift Basket

If you are looking to get her a few gifts that are amazing then the Luxe England Royal Gift Basket  is going to be the way to go.  Each piece is beautiful and it comes in a amazing box.  The cup alone I would go nuts for.  This is the perfect gift for the queen in your life. This gift basket for women contains 8 gifts beautifully packaged for an unforgettable unboxing: coffee mug with lid, notebook and chic crown pencil, trinket tray, fresh lavender candle, makeup pouch, 2 x bath bombs and 4 x shower steamers, and a greeting card, all in a “Fit For a Queen” royal blue box.

 

Kinsey Rhea

I can’t tell you how excited I am to bring this beauty to Texas on my next trip.  The Kinsey Rhea collection is not only cute but practical.  This is going to be my next fishing bag for sure.  It is light weight and the straps do not dig into my arms at all.

Outdoor enthusiasts never sacrifice style and individuality as long as Kinsey Rhea

comes along on outings. Makers of fashion-forward carry handbags and tactical gear, the fun-loving brand empowers women in their lifestyle choices. The “Muddy Girl” design is a lifestyle camo for the outdoor hunter that also enjoys throwing on a cute pair of boots.

Groovy Girl Gifts

 Groovy Girl Gifts has been one of our favorites for quite awhile.  They have a ton of personalized gifts and everyone of them is amazing quality and an amazing pice.  This Sleep Tight shirt is not only soft as can be it has my name on it and it is comfy.  I fell in love the second I opened the bag. It is available in different classy colors suitable for your taste. You can also have it personalized by putting a custom text on the front pocket.

Blind Date With A Book

If you have a book lover then Blind Date With A Book is an awesome gift.  They get a treat and a book delivered right to their door.  I love this idea for any book lover.  You get time out to relax with gourmet food and words to feed your brain, without the awkward small talk with a stranger. Who needs dating apps when you have great literature and snacks? Give your Gal a Blind Date with a Book!

Hand Over Heart

Little guy loves getting bath stuff for any holiday.  I have to b a little more careful what he gets.  He has sensitive skin and breaks out easily.  Hand Over Heart an organic, all natural line designed to protect your body from chemicals. This was a perfect set for little guy.  It was a nice soft scent and cleaned him well.  The lotion soaked in and did not give him any reaction.  I was truly impressed with Hand Over Heart. The baby care  shampoo body wash and lotion pack nourishes babies bodies using natural vitamins such as aloe vera, coconut oil, chamomile and vitamin c to rehydrate and protect your baby’s skin. Hydrating without harmful chemicals, the essential oil based formula offers other beneficial components to your daily wash. Chamomile, for example, contains powerful antioxidants to protect skin from damage while also offering soothing calming properties for your newborn.

Café Caps

OMG you know me anything chocolate I go nuts for and these are an amazing gift for the chocolate lover.  They taste great and have all the add-ins right on the top. Trilliant Food & Nutrition introduces Café Caps™ Coffee Creations and Café Caps™ Hot Cocoa Creations, all-in-one single-serve solutions that conveniently bring a premium café experience to your home unlike any other.

Café Caps™ Coffee Creations includes three separate flavors, each in its own six pack, all made with 100% Arabica coffee and a cap of toppings:

  • Vanilla cinnamon cap is filled with a blend of cream, cinnamon, and bits of vanilla
  • Chocolate hazelnut cap is filled with a blend of cream, cocoa, and bits of chocolate
  • Mexican mocha spice cap is filled with a blend of cream, cocoa, a hint of ground cayenne, and bits of chocolate

Also available are Café Caps™ Hot Cocoa Creations in two separate flavors, and a hot drink mix, each in its own six pack, all with a cap of toppings:

  • Classic milk chocolate hot cocoa cap is filled with a generous portion of mini marshmallows
  • S’mores hot cocoa cap is filled with mini chocolate chips and a generous portion of marshmallows
  • Birthday cake hot drink mix cap is filled with mini marshmallows and sprinkles

MSRP is $8.99 for Cocoa and $9.99 for coffee.

 

Pica Pica

there’s a new limited-edition hot & spicy Valentine’s Day candy in town. Leading Latinx dating-app Chispa (from Match Group), has teamed up with candy brand, Pica Pica, to create the limited-edition “Spicy Romance Chamoy,” just in time for Valentine’s Day.