I love working out, but finding maternity fitness clothing that is comfortable, flattering, and can be worn through all three trimesters isn’t easy.  You can wear regular maternity tank tops, but believe me, they don’t look as nice or hold up well during workouts.  Here’s an example:

I want to be the person on the right, thank you very much!  And now I can be, thanks to For Two Fitness!

I was given the opportunity to try the Sweating for Two maternity workout top and it is my go-to tank for all of my exercising now!  Even though I mainly exercise at home in my living room using the Wii or my DVD player, I really appreciate how much it flatters my pregnancy figure (despite the fact that I’ve gained more than I wanted to).  My husband even wolf whistled when he saw me in it, lol.

If I was going to work out at a gym I would consider this a necessity because I would feel cute and confident rather than huge and frumpy – if I’m going to work out in front of people I want to look good!  A stylish workout top like this might actually be just the incentive you need to actually join a gym if staying fit during your pregnancy is a priority for you, too.

I love the way this top fits – this picture doesn’t really do the top justice.  It’s cute!  The side ruching makes me look like I have more of an hourglass shape than I do have, the cotton/spandex blend fabric it’s made out of is soft and comfy, and it’s nice and long, giving my expanding tummy plenty of coverage.  And I looove the added graphics on the tummy.  :)

Oh, and did I mention that there are designs for moms pre- and post-pregnancy?  Here are some of my favorites:

I seriously need the one that says “We Need a Nap”.

Pros/Cons: I’ve already mentioned the pros are the comfortable fit, style, and design.  I also love their selection.  No cons – I’m more than satisfied with my experience with the company and clothing.

Where to Buy:

You can purchase For Two Fitness tank tops online at www.fortwofitness.com for $39.99.  They accept PayPal!  :)

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Thanks to For Two Fitness, one lucky person will win a top of their choice!

Giveaway Closed.  Congrats to Melanie!

{Prize} A top from For Two Fitness, winner’s choice!
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Giveaway will be closed on November 23, 2010 at midnight PST and winner notified by email.  Winner will then have 48 hours to reply to my email or I will have to re-draw another winner.  Good luck, everyone!

I would like to thank For Two Fitness for sending me a top in order that I might give you a thorough review. This post is 100% my own opinion, thoughts, and experiences, and was not edited or reviewed by anyone.  I do not feel obligated to write a positive review – I’ll always share my honest thoughts on products.

When I first heard about SmartSole Exercise Insoles, I was very very very interested.  There is a definite “Fitness Shoe” trend going on right now, and although I wanted to jump on that bandwagon… I really couldn’t afford it.  And since I wasn’t really sure of the benefits, I was hesitant to even try to save up for a pair.  So I just watched from the sidelines… wondering if the shoes were really helping people or if it was a bunch of hype.

Then SmartThingz, the company that makes SmartSole Exercise Insoles, contacted me about doing a review and giveaway.  I was thrilled and very excited.  If you follow my blog regularly, you know I’m interested in fitness tools and love to try out and promote great fitness products.  So I was totally game!

And what excited me even more than the nature of this product was the price:  Only $29.99 for a pair!

How it Works…

According to the SmartThingz website, SmartSole Exercise Insoles “enables your foot to go through a gentle rolling motion enabling the heel, arch and then toe to touch the ground in sequence. Cushion, roll forward, and then roll off. Comfortably. Naturally, like you’re walking barefoot on sand. This optimal gait stimulates your metabolism, speeds up muscle regeneration and works to tone and tighten your legs and butt.”

Exercise Insoles Review

When I received my SmartSole Exercise Insoles, I eagerly tore open the package and examined them.  At the point where my heel would hit, there is a purple circular gel area that feels firm but gives just a bit for comfort.  There is plenty of insole support, and it gets thicker at the heel, too, so that the back of your foot is slightly elevated in the shoe.  It looks like something you would want in your shoe just for comfort!

I grabbed my favorite pair of Skechers and slipped the insoles inside.  They went in easy and really conformed to my shoe immediately.  They don’t slip around or anything!  Off I went for a walk with my daughter.  By the time I returned, I was feeling it in my thighs!  Yes!

These insoles are surprisingly comfortable, so much so that I keep them in my shoes at all times and wear them everywhere.  I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them!   It’s obvious to me that they are effective and it’s a huge bonus that they’re so comfortable that I actually forget they’re in my shoe.

They’re pretty worn here – I’ve been using them for months!

I think this is a great addition to my exercise regime!  I wouldn’t expect instant killer thighs with these, or you might be disappointed – but I truly believe that having them in my shoes gives me an extra boost of toning and exercise while walking.  They also have improved my posture and given me great foot support!   Oh, and I love that they’re good shock absorbers when running.  They’re definitely more than worth the price of $29.99 to me, and give me great incentive to get out there and exercise!

Buy it!

SmartSoles are available for women in shoe sizes 5 1/2 – 11 1/2 and up.  For men, sizes 7 1/2 – 13.   All for $29.99!

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SmartThingz is offering my readers 10% off and free shipping on orders over $50.00 with the coupon code ksm10!

One of you is going to win a pair of SmartSole Exercise Insoles of your own!

{Prize} One pair of SmartSole Exercise Insoles.
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Disclosure:  I was provided with a pair of SmartSole Exercise Insoles so that I could share my thoughts and experiences with this product with you.  This post is 100% my own opinion and in my own words, and was not edited or reviewed by anyone.  I am also a SmartThingz affiliate.

If you haven’t heard about KettleWorx yet, you are SO missing out.

If you have heard about KettleWorx but haven’t tried the program yet, you are SO missing out!  ;-)

And I’m not just saying this, folks.  I am LOVING this set of fitness DVDs.  And I have a whole list of reasons WHY I love it and think you should order it right now, but first I want to tell you a little bit…

About KettleWorx

The KettleWorx fitness program features exercises that center around a uniquely shaped weight with a handle called a KettleBell.

There are 10 DVDs featuring over 200 exercises in the KettleWorx fitness program.  It also comes with a healthy eating guide and introduction DVD.

What makes KettleWorx special and a great program is that their six-week challenge only requires 20 minutes of exercise three times a week!  And it’s effective!

My Experience With KettleWorx

When I first received the program, I was a little intimidated by it all.  I had asked for a 10-pound KettleBell and it felt… heavy.  lol  You can also get 5-pound, 15-pound, 20-pound weights.  I recommend starting with the 5-pound weight – you can always work your way up to the 10-pound weight.  I think anything bigger than 10 pounds is for men – I certainly don’t feel I’ll ever need anything heavier than the 10-pounder!

Anyway, like I said, I was intimidated right at first.  I mean, have you seen the dude on the cover of these DVDs?  Look at his muscles!  This must be an intense workout.  But when I finally (about a week after receiving them) broke into the DVDs and watched the Introduction video, I found myself getting excited about it.  These exercises looked doable!

Workout Day One

So where to start?  I flipped through the rest of the DVDs  – I had Resistance, Core, Cardio, Fast Fat Burn, and Fast Abs.  I looked for something telling me exactly what I should start with, but there really isn’t any strict regime to follow except that you exercise for 20 minutes three times a week.  So I started with KettleWorx Core - and I am telling you, at the end of those 20 minutes I felt good.  The next day?  I felt SORE.  I mean really sore.  ;-)  It was a very good sore, though.  I was like, “Hey, if I’m this sore after one twenty-minute session, that is AWESOME.”  Because it really didn’t feel like “too much”.  You know, the too much that makes you never want to go back to a workout again because you don’t want to go through that agony again.  Call me a wimp, but I have given fitness DVDs away for this reason.  Poor unsuspecting victims…

Workout Day Two

I began with a different DVD on this day.  Cardio.  I was feeling better from Workout Day One but still feeling a little sore.  I was ready to go, though.  Cardio was a little more intense, and I didn’t make it through all of the exercises, BUT I did make it through the DVD and just joined in when I could.  It was still very effective.

Every Workout Day After

I continued the challenge doing just 20 minutes of whatever I wanted three times a week.  Core is one of my favorites because it hits my stomach and thighs so well.  The Fast Ab Workout is awesome as well.  I started seeing a difference in the way my body looked right away, and started feeling stronger, too!

Since I started about four months ago, I’ve worked out with KettleWorx off and on and really love what it does for me!  I don’t really have any before and after pictures for you yet because I haven’t been as consistent as I would like due to some health issues and moving; however, now that summer is here I have plans to do the six-week challenge again.  I want to be able to wear a bathing suit and not feel uncomfortable, and I know for a fact that this will help me.  When I start up with the challenge in a couple of weeks, I’ll update via Twitter and let you know how it’s going.  :)  If you would like to follow along, my Twitter ID is @kindred_spirit.

What I Love About the Program:

• It’s effectiveness in strengthening and toning
• The fact that I don’t get bored with the program (so many different exercises and DVDs)
• The trainer isn’t annoying at all!  He’s very genuine – you can tell he believes in this program 100%
• You can target your “problem area” but most of the exercises really work to tone and strengthen your entire body at once
• You only have to work out three times a week for 20 minutes a day!  I really love that.  ;-)
• Oh, and it’s perfect for working out with a friend!

What Some People Might Not Love

The only thing I can think of that might bother some is how fast it moves from one individual exercise to another.  One minute you’ll be sitting on the floor, and the next he’ll be up and you’ll be scrambling to follow.  Some people could have trouble with that and it would be a pain to have to pause it in between while you get into position (or catch your breath, lol).  Still, even if you weren’t able to do all of the exercises in trying to keep up, you would still be getting a terrific workout.  I haven’t had trouble keeping up myself, but it has been a challenge!

The other thing is the size and weight of the 10-pound bell… when I’m lying on the ground with that bell over my head, I wonder what kind of brain damage I would have if I dropped it on my head – LOL.  And I make sure my daughter is either in her highchair or in bed (somewhere far away) before I work out.  There is a lot of swinging that weight around and you wouldn’t want to hit anyone with it.  Or a pet.  But as long as you’re safe, it’s totally worth doing!

Questions?  Read the KettleWorx FAQ.

KettleWorx in the News

Final Thoughts

I’m so glad I discovered KettleWorx!  This is a DVD program that I’ll be using often in the future without a doubt.  I would recommend it without hesitation!

Buy it!

Check out the KettleWorx Package Deals at the KettleWorx website and see what Amazon.com has to offer as well!

Thanks to KettleWorx, one of you will win a KettleWorx Ultra Package (Valued at $100) with a 5- or 10-pound weight (your choice)! Giveaway closed!

{Prize} KettleWorx Ultra Package (Valued at $100!)
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Giveaway will be closed on June 4, 2010 at midnight PST and winner notified by email and posted on this website (either in this post or in a new winner’s announcement post).  Winner will then have 48 hours to reply to my email or I will have to re-draw another winner.  Good luck, everyone!

I received the KettleWorx Ultra 10 so that I could share my thoughts on it with you! All opinions expressed are my own.