FBG 5-Year Birthday Friday Giveaway: 5 Neutrogena Healthy Skin Prize Packs!
May 17, 2013 by Jenn
Filed under Best Of, Current Giveaways, FBG Anniversary / Fitties, Featured, Giveaways
Did you know: UV exposure increases by about 33 percent for every 20 percent ozone layer loss? And that the end result is about 33 percent more skin cancers?! Um, not cool. But what is cool is today’s Five-Year Birthday Week giveaway! As we are a blog ambassador for Neutrogena, they have graciously offered to help celebrate [...]
We’re All More Beautiful Than We Realize…This Video Proves It
May 8, 2013 by Jenn
Filed under Body Image, Family, Mamas, Motivation, Videos
We have long been fans of Dove’s Campaign For Real Beauty. Remember this video showing a model from no make-up to the subject of a print ad? Life-changing! And the idea that we’re all beautiful no matter our shape, size or age is straight-up aligned with our FBG mission. So when Tish posted this video recently, I knew I had to [...]
Rough and Tough vs. Girlie Girl
You know those magazine quizzes where it tells you what kind of style or personality you have? Like, are you romantic or classic or edgy? Well, I’ve always kind of sucked at those. I have trouble answering the questions. I rarely am a strong fit in any single box, and my picks always depend on [...]
So, There Is Such a Thing As No-Calorie Cake…
Love cake? Cake batter? Red velvet cupcakes? Always dreamed of a no-calorie version? Well, we have a review for you. Granted, it’s not food that you can, like, eat, but it’s definitely a way to experience said desserts in a healthier—and moisturizing way. Say hello to the new seasonal flavors of ChapStick. They’re little sticks of [...]
The Workout Hair Dilemma: Stay-in-Place Headbands and Hair Ties That Stick
Unless you have a shaved head (in which case, rock it, girl!), you probably have at one time or another cursed your hair during a workout. From bangs that get in your face to headbands that slide (or, in my case, fly) right off to a ponytail that just will not stay tight, these are [...]
Fit Tip Friday: A Good Way to Dodge the Flu Bug
February 8, 2013 by Tish
Filed under Fit Tip Friday, Motivation, Tips
It seems like everyone and their sick dog is talking about this year’s dreadful flu season. Even Ellen Degeneres won’t hug you unless you’ve gotten your shot or confirmed you’re germ free! It’s dreadful, contagious as a mother trucker, and it makes working out almost next to impossible. That’s a no-go in this Fit Bottomed Girl’s [...]
6 Looks to Stay Warm, Look Cool Before and After a Workout
This time of year, it’s easy to toss an oversized sweatshirt over a pair of yoga pants when you’re done with your workout. And hey, there’s nothing wrong with that, especially if you’re just heading home. But what if you’re meeting up with a friend or running some errands after you’ve hit the gym? You [...]
Beauty Gift Guide: 6 Gifts to Pamper Our Largest Organ
December 10, 2012 by Tish
Filed under Beauty, Gift Guides
For this week’s fit gift guide, it’s all about taking care of our largest organ: our skin! So if you’re a product fiend like I am or have someone special on your list who is, read on for the reviews of some fantastic products Jenn and I were able to test out. There are a [...]
FitLinks: Goodies That Help Fight Breast Cancer
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, today we’re highlighting just a few of the oh-so many products that raise funds for a super good cause! Buy them for the boobies! You heard them. Go run for a good cause! —adidas Breast Cancer Awareness line Buy an Empowerment Bra and donate one at the same time. [...]
Can Workouts Cause Breakouts?
September 10, 2012 by Erin
Filed under Beauty, SparkPeople
Yep, there’s just no disputing it: Exercise is good for the human body. So you’d think that exercise would also benefit the body’s largest organ, its skin, right? But does working up a sweat actually do anything good for your skin—or make you more prone to breakouts? Workouts and Breakouts: Is There a Connection? While [...]







