Warm FX by Body Glide Review

The wonderful folks at Body Glide decided to let me try out their Warm FX Ultra Relief Anti-pain Balm and give my readers an honest review. Being that I'm not one that uses a lot of muscle relief cream, I decided I would also let my hubby try it, since he frequently uses them for his back.

Man of many words, my hubby said it worked well, but wasn't too much different from Icy Hot and Biofreeze, except not as messy and easier to apply - matter of fact, he can apply it himself most of the time. Which for me is a major plus.

Now onto my personal opinion. One of the main reasons, I don't use any kind of muscle cream is that it's a pain in the butt to put on yourself. Warm FX fixes that (except for the extremely hard to reach regions). Basically it's like putting deodorant on. Anywhere that you can slightly touch, you can put this on. I used it Sunday evening after my long run on my calves and thighs, and had no aches afterwards. I, again, tried it today because I was suffering from some unanticipated muscle soreness from my power yoga session yesterday. I was able to put it on my upper back/shoulder region with ease. Once on, it started providing a nice heat and healing feeling. Oh, and another plus, it didn't feel greasy like the feeling I get from Icy Hot. It soaked in very nicely, and I was able to get dressed immediately after applying.

So, I guess you can say that I give Warm FX an A! And, I can't wait to continue to use it after my tough workouts. Maybe, now I'll be able to walk the day after!!

*Products were supplied for review by Body Glide.  I was in no way paid for my review.  This review is completely my opinion, alone. 

Mamavation Monday - Week 8 of My Marathon Training

This will be my first Mamavation Monday post, so I've perused other blogger's posts to get an idea of what to write, and it seems like it's kind of a check in to see how we are doing with our goals. Last week wasn't as fantastic as the week before, but it wasn't too bad. I had a week of sleepless nights, I think I slept one full night all last week :( My workouts definitely suffered because of that. I did make sure to get all my runs in, and I'm really glad about that. 

Here is my wrap up of my week - 

Monday - bowling with the family

Tuesday - nothing - Ry's 8th grade graduation that took 3 hours and I had to work through lunch, and then Hunter had an awards ceremony in the evening.

Wednesday - did a 3 mile easy run 

Thursday - 3 miles of speedwork

Friday - bowling with the family

Saturday - rest day 

Sunday - 15 mile run (Longest run ever!!!)

So I am making this my motto this week - 

I am going to make every day count!!!

Goals - 

1. be more consistent in my cross training

2. incorporate yoga into my workout

3. Make the best of all my runs

What are you going to do to make every day count this week?

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Fabulous Friday

I am going to devote Fridays to either something I think that is fabulous about myself or something that is fabulous going on in my life, and I invite all of you to share what you find fabulous about yourself or your life. Today, I'm going to mention what is fabulous in my life. 

This week my oldest son graduated middle school with a Presidential Scholar Award, which means he has had a 3.5 GPA throughout the entire time he was in middle school. He did all this while he took extra classes in virtual school at night. To me that's pretty impressive. 

My youngest son finished fourth grade with all A's and B's. He brought his grade up from having all B's in the beginning of the year to having all A's last quarter, and only one B this quarter, and that was an 89. He has worked extremely hard all year to be able to read at grade level, and now he's actually reading above grade level. The awards he received this year are A/B Honor Roll all year, Superintendent's Reading Challenge Award, Accelerated Reader Certificate and Medal, Smile Math Award and Excellent Citizenship He also received Honorable Mention for the Eustis history essay contest, in which he did a report on the history of the Eustis Fire Department. I'm extremely impressed with how much he has progressed.

I am so proud of both my sons. Though they both can be a challenge at times, they have worked hard to do well in school, and have set high goals for themselves. I know that through their dedication and determination they will continue to do well throughout the rest of their schooling years. 

So what do you find fabulous about yourself or what is fabulous that is going on in your life?

Inspiration Wednesday

"Running long and hard is an ideal antidepressant, since it's hard to run and feel sorry for yourself at the same time. Also, there are those hours of clearheadedness that follow a long run." 
-Monte Davis

I needed this one today. I'm tired and crabby, and I'm on the verge of taking it out on my family which I don't want to do. It's been an extremely busy week so far, and my youngest has been up every night with bad dreams, so I haven't been able to get a run in. Realizing that a run might be the best medicine for me, and seeing it's National Running Day. I've decided that I am going to run at lunch time, and I can't wait!!!! It probably won't be long enough to completely clear my head, but it's a start. 

How about you? Getting any miles in today?

Where does the time go?

Today, I went to my oldest son's 8th grade graduation. I was very proud of myself, and even though I felt the tears welling up a few times, I never did cry.

Ryan has had a pretty awesome 8 years in public school so far. Yes, I did say 8 not 9 - he did his 6th grade online between the end of 4th grade and the beginning of what should've been his 6th grade, but ended up being his 7th grade.

He started out in regular public school, but was given a gifted test at the end of first grade and was accepted into the gifted program part time in 2nd grade, but then full time from there after. He has had some really awesome teachers that have molded and guided him into the student he is today. As I said earlier, he began doing virtual school at then end of 4th grade as a way to keep him busy during the summer. He did so well and loved it so much, we continued throughout 5th, and by the time he was to enter into 6th grade, he had completed all the requirements for 6th grade except two classes - keyboarding, and the 6th grade social studies class. Because different counties do social studies differently, Ryan had completed 7th grade social studies. We chose to complete that online and allow him to enter 7th grade. I originally thought that it might be the end of virtual school, but Ryan decided he wanted to continue taking a few online classes a year, which gave him more elective options, and allowed for more enjoyment in school. This past year he was in 2 band classes, jazz and advanced, culinary, PE and was a teacher's assistant in the library. Sometimes it takes a little prodding to get him to complete his work, but for the most part I am truly amazed at his dedication for his studies and his profound interest in his goals and his future. 

So as he enters 9th grade next year, I hope and pray that he stays on the same tract that he has been on for the last 8 years. He is full of such hope and promise, that I know he can and will succeed in high school. 

Ryan, I am so proud of you!!!! You will rock high school!!!

Week 7 Marathon Training

This week was definitely headed on the right track. I only had one day where I didn't follow my training schedule, Wednesday - I only bowled. For some reason, I am always extremely tired on Wednesdays. I did do some XT on Saturday, so technically I just changed my rest day :). So here's what I did last week -

Monday - 30 Day Shred, Level 2, quick stretch yoga
Tuesday - 3 mile run - speedwork (LOVE IT!!!)
Wednesday - bowled
Thursday - 3 mile easy run (no walking, Woot Woot!!!)
Friday - 30 Day Shred, Level 2
Saturday - 1.5 mile walk, 1.5 mile bike ride, basketball, Siesta for the spine yoga
Sunday - 14.03 mile long run

So, yes, I think I freakin' rock this week!!! I've definitely got my mojo back, let's hope it stays for a while!

How did your training go last week?

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