Clever Yoga BetterGrip Yoga Mat

My daughter sees me do Yoga and decided she would like to do it as well. She has been using a towel to do hers on but when I was given the opportunity to try out a yoga mat I knew that this would be for her.

She has this out almost every day she really hasn't grown tired of it yet. She watches a few programs on YouTube for kids yoga and really loves it.

They even do a bit of Yoga in her classroom which she was really excited to tell me about. She was super excited when the show she watches liked our tweet about her mat.

This mat comes in several bright colors, colors are true to website pictures, both sides are useable and is perfect for beginner or seasoned Yoga exercise. Great for palates and other floor exercises. I look forward to reviewing more products from this company in the future.



This Yoga Mat can be found on Amazon.



What Clever Yoga has to say about their product.

Are you tired of stinky, slippery and super heavy yoga mat?
Give Eco-friendly Clever Yoga mat a try. You will notice it is super lightweight with perfect cushion and thickness(6mm) which will be easy on your knees and elbows while you practice yoga, pilates or other mat exercises. It is so easy to carry around with less than 2lbs.
Since water-proof surface with closed-cell construction prevents moisture or germs from absorbing into the mat, your mat will not be stinky after your sweaty practice. You can easily wipe it clean with wet soft cloth or hose off the sweat at your wish.
Full Disclosure: Most of our customers use yoga towels when they practice hot yoga and sweat heavily because wet mat will make some squeaky sounds with movements, which is normal for all the mats on the market. The difference is you can just wipe your sweat off during practice if you do not like to have a towel on the top.
Your "Clever Yoga" yoga mat is made from premium 100% Recyclable and ECO friendly TPE material which is UV resistant, odor-less and free from PVC, Phthalates, Silicone, Latex and other toxic materials. You know you are safe to practice on it with a peace of mind.
At Clever Yoga, we want you to be 100% satisfied with our products and service. If you are dissatisfied any time in the future, our special "Namaste" warranty provides you no-questions-asked 100% money-back refund or free replacement. We stand behind our promise.

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Forever Flex Exercise Ball

I have been wanting a ball like this for a long time but all too often when we bought one it would break within days from just hitting something on the floor.

This ball is standing up to heavy hard use, from myself, children, and even the dog has nosed it around a bit. The cats haven't tried playing with it yet and even though this ball is tough I don't want them to try.

This ball comes with a pump , two stoppers, a stopper puller, and some ball exercise directions.


You can find this exercise ball on Amazon.



What Live Infinitely has to say about their product.

Exercise Ball -Professional Grade Anti Burst Tested with Hand Pump- Supports 2200lbs- Includes Workout Guide Access- 55cm/65cm/75cm/85cm Balance Balls 

✦Anti-Burst Tested✦ Professional grade PVC material, extensive testing, and a unique anti-burst design provides for the highest quality exercise balls available on the market.  Every exercise ball can withstand up to a 2cm cut with out explosively deflating.

✦Strong and Durable✦ With the ability to support over 2200 lbs it will be the strongest pilates, yoga, or balance ball you will ever own. Durable enough to be used every day as an exercise ball chair at the office to improve your posture.  

✦Versatile✦ Live Infinitely fitness balls make for the perfect addition to your home exercise equipment to improve your core and overall strength. Perfect for pilates, yoga, crossfit or the hundreds of low impact exercises available.

✦All Inclusive Purchase✦ Every Live Infinitely balance ball comes with an included hand pump, extra air plug, and valve remover tool.  Every purchase also includes access to our exercise guides and online training workouts to help you reach your goal of a healthier you!

✦Reliable Customer Service✦ Every purchase is backed with a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. If your not thrilled, simply contact our reliable customer service team and know you will receive unmatched personal assistance. 

Which size is correct for me?
The exercise ball that you need depends on a few things - your height, leg length and purpose of the ball. The correct size exercise ball will allow for a 90-degree angle at your knees and your thighs to parallel the floor while sitting on top.
Sizing Chart Based On Height
Shorter than 5' 6": 55cm
From 5' 6" - 5' 11": 65cm
From 6' 0" - 6' 4": 75cm
Taller than 6' 4": 85cm
If you intend to use as a ball chair we suggest measuring the height of your desk and choosing the size accordingly. We recommend the 75 or 85cm ballWhat Separates Our Exercise Ball From The Competition?
These professional grade anti-burst exercise balls are the highest quality ball available and are guaranteed to meet and exceed your expectations.
✦Made from durable professional grade latex free PVC material
✦2200 lbs. static load limit
✦Anti-burst tested: Can hold 600 lbs with a 2cm cut while only slowly deflating
✦Durable enough for any crossfit, pilates, workout or yoga routine you follow
✦Dependable for every day use as an exercise ball office chair
✦Non-slip ridges and easy cleaning surface
What's Included With My Purchase?
✓Professional grade anti-burst exercise ball
✓Hand air pump
✓Air valve remover tool
✓Access to detailed workouts, downloadable exercise posters and videos
✓100% satisfaction guarantee backed by our reliable customer service team
About Live Infinitely
When we started Live Infinitely we had one thing in mind, YOU. Our mission is to produce only the highest quality products and provide the best customer service in the market. We stand behind our products and are here to help you reach your goals!

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3D Padded Bicycle Cycling Underwear Shorts

Being a larger person one thing that always bothered me about riding a bike after a long winter without riding was the first few times when I got back on the bike to ride. I was left with a sore behind.

Ohuhu makes padded bike underwear which you wear under what ever you are going to ride in. They made biking more comfortable.

These bike underwear didn't leave me with any pain which is awesome if you ask me. I am very happy and look forward to riding more often. Now to see if I can find a bike I like, so I don't have to borrow my daughters.


You can find these padded bike underwear on Amazon.



What Ohuhu has to say about their product.   *Suitable for both men and women
 *Comfortable material: Pant - Polyester & Spandex, Pad - Silica Gel
 *Flexible mesh dissipates heat and moisture
 *3D padded design, soft and comfortable
 *5 sizes are available (M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL). Please carefully refer to the size chart before purchasing as incorrect size may lead to misposition of the 3D pad, which may produce less comfort.

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Lightweight Towel for Travel

This towel is awesome, lightweight, compact, and large once unfolded. Has strap to hang it by, a bag to store it in that also helps to keep it air flowing so the towel is ready for the next use. Dries super quick.

Great for workouts, yoga, beach, travel, theme parks. So much smaller than toting around a large heavy bulky towel all day long.

Soaks up so much water and is super soft to the touch and stays this way. My new favorite towel for our family to take on trips to theme parks.

You can find the Go2Towel on Amazon.


What Go2Products has to say about their product.

Go2Towel is a Microfiber Towel ideal for the Beach, Fitness, sports such as Running and Crossfit, or as a Gym towel for those high intensity-sweating days. Other uses include camping, hiking, and for a day at pool on those sunny days. The large Go2Towel size is a well rounded size for Pilates workouts or as a Yoga towel to absorb any perspiration before reaching the Savasana. This large Microfiber towel can also be used to cover a yoga mat. Its also the perfect towel to have at your bath at home, since its fabric is soft and comfortable for the skin and is amazing as a Hair Towel, which cuts drying time faster than conventional cotton towel.

The compact design enables you to conveniently pack and take it anywhere! The compact size allows for easy storage in your bag for your next travel. If packed in outdoors and is still slightly wet, the mesh bag will provide for all-around airflow to assist with evaporation to help keep the towel fresh.

Fabricated with 80% Polyester and 20% Polymide, this towel absorbs up to 8 times its weight in water. You can wring out this towel completely dry. Its ultra-soft synthetic fabric is very light, making them extremely compact and ideal for travel

The towel has a suede finish, rounded corners, and is available in gray with blue stitching. It offers a convenient loop to hang for that final air dry after its use.

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Resistance Loop Bands

Easy, portable, anywhere exercise. Just search on the internet for exercises to do with these and you are on your way to a stronger healthier body.

Start with the easiest band first and then work up to the hardest resistance band.

Great for travel, home use, and you can even take this on vacation with you. No more excuses for not having your equipment with you.

You can find these  Resistance Loop Bands on Amazon.
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Replacing your Yoga Mat Strap

First of all let me say you can lose your mat strap. My daughters took them out to do yoga on the ground outside. When they were done just the mats came in no sign of the straps at all. Yes they lost two straps.

Luckily you can find yoga mat straps on the internet for sale. There are some great choices out there with FiveFourTen being one of them. This has a adjustable fit so it will fit both thin and thick mats alike, with our without your yoga towel attached.

I was able to get the Purple one and it really has a nice contrast against my black mat. I am happy, and for now on  when the girls borrow the mats they have to give me the straps as soon as they take them off.




You can find the FiveFourTen yoga mat strap on Amazon.


 What Five Four Ten has to say about their product.
Carry your mat with you without the bulk!
- Are you looking for an easier way to carry your mat?
- Does your mat sit in a bag after class collecting odor and bacteria?
- Have you already tried a mat strap in the past, but it ripped?
Introducing the extremely durable Yoga Mat Strap!
- Includes a 6 month warranty
- Helps your mat to air out and reduce odor and bacteria
- Lightweight and easy to carry
- Reinforced design makes it extremely durable
- Cinch can be loosened or tightened to fit any size mat

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Muscle Roller Balls

Our family was a bit excited to try the King Athletic muscle roller balls. I was thinking of using them for my feet, while using them on my husband's back is what he was thinking.

For my feet I just put one on the floor under the middle of my foot and just roll back and forth.

Mainly these balls are made for neck, shoulder, and back pain, but with kidney problems I have to be careful that it is not a massage, also there can not be too much pressure so I don't bruise.

I was able to obtain a happy medium that fits well with my health issues as well as everyone else in our family who can use these as normal. They can be used alone or with the help of someone else. There are lots of ideas on how to use muscle roller balls by searching on the internet. Make sure to always check with your Dr. to make sure this is an option for you.


You can find the King Athletic Muscle Roller Ball Set on Amazon.

What King Athletic has to say about their product.

• - *FREE* CARRY CASE INCLUDED - Pressure Point Massage - The muscle roller ball is amazingly effective for deep tissue muscle massaging and quickly becoming the most popular treatment for back, neck and shoulder pain. This highly effective trigger point therapy method will relax muscles, eliminate knots, relieve tension and stress.
  - FASCIA ROLLER BENEFITS - Recently adopted in yin & yamuna yoga, they are a top choice for sports physiotherapy and myofascial treatment. These lacrosse style rubber balls are more firm than tennis balls and therefore more effective in releasing pressure from trigger point areas.
  - SPECIFICATIONS - Made from lacrosse, the ball set is made from high quality rubber and is able to withstand repetitive and heavy-duty use. Included is a set of (3) balls and a carry case so that you can take them anywhere you go.
  - WORKING OUT FOR A GREATER CAUSE - $1 from every purchase is donated to prostate and breast cancer research. Our vision is to support organizations developing programs that will have the greatest potential in improving prostate and breast cancer research, prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
  - GUARANTEED INVESTMENT - We offer a better than money back guarantee. If there is any issues with your product, we will SEND YOU A NEW ONE and give you a FULL REFUND! See product packaging for more details on your LIFETIME WARRANTY!

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Stability

After my husband was allowed to bear weight on his leg after his injury, one of the items that had him use was a Stability Cushion, which helped out a bit. Sadly he is one of the 3% that doesn't heal from his type of injury, but we did learn about different ways to help with knee and leg injuries including using a Stability Cushion.

I had no idea how many things it could be used for until looking into it more. I thought it was just for standing, but didn't know about using it to sit on which helps with your core muscles.

Easy to use and comes with it's own pump so you don't have to look all over the place for one to pump it up with. My daughter loved it so much that I haven't seen it since it came in. She says it is in her bedroom, but I am yet to see it. I think it might be under her bed in a heap of clothes. Luckily school starts tomorrow and I might be able to get in there and find it so I can give it a whirl.

You can purchase the Ohuhu Stability Cushion on Amazon.
Professional Air Stability Wobble Cushion / Balance Board, Durable & Safe Balance Disc Training & Fitness Seat, 14" Diameter with Pump & Needle

Achieve improved balance and coordination with this Ohuhu® Professional Air Stability Wobble Cushion! The wobble design helps to strengthen ankles, relax your muscles, and promote blood circulation. Easy to use, just hop on the balance board then you can use it for standing, kneeling and sitting & push up to develop balance & stabilization!

Great for rehabilitation as it helps to build and strengthen muscles with minimal stress on joints and muscles. Also works great for sports training where balance is important. Compact and portable in size, take it with you from the home to the office for a low-stress workout no matter where you are!

Specification:
-Material: High Quality PVC
-Product Weight: 2.2 lbs
-Product Package Size: 14" x 14" x 2"

Package Includes:
-1 x Ohuhu® Air Stability Wobble Cushion (Pump Included)

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Need a little extra help touching your toes?

Even at my size I have always been able to touch my toes except for when I was  pregnant. I recently found out that most of my children could not touch their toes. Crazy right. I thought the school had them stretching and exercising. It does show you that you can not assume the school is doing their job keeping your children healthy when they are away from home.

I know that touching your toes does not mean you are healthy but it does mean you have flexibility. All of my children could touch their toes before they went to school. So to remedy the situation I have had them working on stretching touching their toes and even having them do some yoga which they enjoy.

With having Fibromyalgia I can't quite stretch and bend like I used to from the mere fat that has built up on my body, but I can still touch my toes, and almost do a split (the fat on my thighs would probably bust open if I pushed my body all the way to the limit) which is quite amazing in itself.

Childbirth is easier with the more flexibility you have. Stretching is so very important to both health and mind. I usually stretch after I am done meditating which feels great.

I really like how this strap can be made to help people like me stretch just a bit further as well as helping get into yoga moves you just want to get a little closer to the correct pose. Do take caution and never over stretch. Stretch a little more each day if you are not already stretching everyday so that you do not have muscle strain or hurt your body in any way.

You can purchase the DanceCrazy Ultra Stretch Strep on Amazon.

What DanceCrazy has to say about their product.
The DanceCrazy Ultra Stretch Strap!
Simple, yet extremely helpful in stretching.

Brand New from DanceCrazy, an aid in stretching muscles before or after a workout. Great product for people who have always found stretching unassisted to be difficult. Allows you to finally get a good stretch on your own!

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Stay Hydrated while running or walking

Lately I have been seeing a lot of people walking and running with what looks like a fanny pack with water bottles attached, at first I thought they were weights, but later found out they were hydration belts.

Great idea for the avid walker or runner, even a hiker might find this useful. What I didn't like was how small this was. This barely fits my 12 year old who isn't fat at all, and fits my 7 year old fine but she is small for her age, so like I said in the video on my Youtube page which you can find here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sH7Dl5mhV5I, I hope these companies start making products for the average to obese person to encourage them to get out and be active.

This is great for both runner, hikers, walkers, sports, or even if you are out traveling so you have your water and money near by. The pouch is super roomy enough for your money, cell phone, and ID with a little extra left over.

You can find the Amsana running hydration belt on Amazon.


What Amsana has to say about their product.

Amsana™ Hydration Belt - With Two 10oz. Drink Bottles & 6.5" Pouch - Fits waists 22"-36"

• COMFORTABLE AND LIGHTWEIGHT - Made of high quality durable material that is extremely comfortable to wear.
  PERFECT FIT - The Velcro closure on the waistband is adjustable. This allows you to wrap it around your waist tightly so there will be no bouncing, jiggling or chafing.
  TWO LARGE BOTTLES - The two 10 oz. drink bottles allow you to store water or your favorite energy drink or both to keep you from dehydrating during your running sessions. The bottles are well secured and won't fall off.
  IDEAL SIZE POCKET WITH DIVIDER - The slim pocket with a front flap and Velcro closure is 6.5" - large enough to fit today's smartphones. The phone will fit snugly so it won't wobble while running. The divider provides space for credit cards and the like.
  WAIST SIZE - The belt is designed for slim runners only. The length of the belt is 36"so it will be perfect for anyone with a 36" waist or less..

The Amsana runner's belt is the solution to keep your water bottles handy without weighing you down.
You could run with all your electronic gadgets. Listening to your favorite music has never been easier!
The pouch is designed to hold all sizes of phones from a mini iPod to iPhone 6. You also could carry your home or car keys, credit cards and even cash without a hassle in this pocket. The front flap with a Velcro closure will protect them for you.

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Aleratec does it again

My husband and I both love to review products for Aleratec, like my husband says they take extra time making sure that both the product and the way it is received by you will look great. The boxes are strong and reusable for storage. The product is safe in the package, and looks great when you open it to look at. 

The TunephonikiXR5 headphones are really nice to look at but much better than that is the sound they produce. Great for in ear headphones. Great look, sound, and features. Gold plated input jack, you can stop your music and take a phone call, has a built in mic. All of these features as well as extra ear buds for different size ears, and a pouch to store everything in. 

You can purchase Aleratec TunephonikiXR5 in ear headphones on Amazon.

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