I did it!

I completed my 2nd Half Marathon, and this time I ran in under 2 hours.

1:54:31 to be exact.  Becky and I ran together the entire time.  It was great to have my cousin by my side.  We pushed each other to succeed!  I can’t wait to write my race recap.

And now, the Thriv giveaway winner!

Using the random integer generator, the winner is #9…

9.  Stephany

April 27th, 2010 11:59 AM

I need some cute workout shirts!

How am I growing as a person? I think setting little challenges for myself and completing them. And the fact that I made it through another crazy semester of school and managed to surprise myself with how well I did. And that I’m beginning to see myself as a healthy person…not just a fat girl trying to think skinny.

*Please e-mail melissa@crunchesforcupcakes.com with your mailing address and t-shirt size*

Thrive

1. to make steady progress; prosper
2. to grow vigorously; flourish

Thriv Natural Performance has generously offered to give a Thriv t-shirt to one Crunches for Cupcakes reader, male or female.

More about thriv:

• Thriv just launched their online store!
• Yoga, running, and tennis styles are being added in the next few weeks.  More styles and sizes will come in the fall.
• Feedback? Email thriv1st@thrivnp.com
• flex-fiv: thriv’s patented technology that transforms bamboo and cotton to deliver 5 benefits: wicking, comfort, SPF, anti-odor, and breathability
• I’ve worn a thriv t-shirt and after several workouts, the shirt still looks and smells great!



*To Enter:  Leave a comment on this post and share how you’re trying to grow as a person.  Are you thriving?*

Like my favorite quote from 13 Going on 30, “Thirty and flirty and THRIVING!”

Male readers can win this nice workout t-shirt.

And female readers have the chance to win this pretty piece of workout gear.

The deadline for this giveaway is Sunday, May 2nd.  I will be picking a winner on Sunday afternoon, after I finish running my 2nd Half Marathon.

I’m hoping to make steady progress with my running.  I ran my 1st Half Marathon in 2:05 and my goal is to finish the 2nd one in under 2 hours.  I’m nervous so send good vibes my way!  When I announce the winner on Sunday afternoon, I’ll let you know if I was successful!

“Thirty and flirty and THRIVING.”  (only kidding for now, I’m 26 years old.)

#2 Molly @ the Vegan Dorm

#12  Carol

#19  Lori K.
Congratulations on winning!
Please send your mailing addresses to me (melissa@crunchesforcupcakes.com) so you can each receive your copy of the DVD!

I’m excited to be able to give 3 Crunches for Cupcakes readers the chance to win a copy of 10 Minute Solution’s Ultimate Boot Camp DVD.

The DVD contains 5 different boot camp routines, each 10 minutes long.  You can mix and match to create a custom workout to fit into your schedule.  The routines include Fat Fighting Skills & Drills, Ultimate Upper Body Training, Ultimate Lower Body Training, Ultimate Total Body Training, and Six Pack Ab Attack.  (A set of dumbbells and a mat or towel are recommended, but not included)

I haven’t had a chance to try this DVD yet.  (Just brought it home from FitBloggin last night!)  But I’m really looking forward to using it one night this week.  Expect a review in the near future!

To Enter:  Leave a comment on this post telling me your favorite fitness tip.

You can earn extra entries by tweeting “I want to win an Ultimate Boot Camp DVD from @Mellie102″ or by posting a link to this giveaway on facebook or your blog.  (Make sure to leave the comments on this post and let me know you’ve done so in order to earn your extra entries. )

The deadline for this giveaway is Saturday, March 27th, 2010.

I’ll randomly select 3 winners on Saturday morning.  Good luck!

Chobani is sponsoring a giveaway for Crunches for Cupcakes readers. One lucky winner will receive a case of a variety of Chobani flavors: peach, strawberry, and blueberry.

To Enter:  Visit the Chobani website.  Leave a comment on this post telling me what flavor you’d like to try most AND one reason why you enjoy eating Greek yogurt.

*You can earn extra entries by tweeting about this giveaway and/or posting about it on your blog, and then leaving additional comments to let me know!*

I also want to say a special hello to Chobani’s RD, Nicki Briggs!

The deadline for this giveaway is Wednesday, January 27th. I’ll randomly select one winner on Wednesday morning. Good Luck!

#50.  Evan Thomas

#3.  Lauren @ Eater Not a Runner

Congrats!

Please send your mailing addresses to me (melissa@crunchesforcupcakes.com) so you can each receive 4 jars of Superfruit Spread!

Crofter’s Organic is sponsoring a giveaway for Crunches for Cupcakes readers.  Two lucky winners will receive:

• Asia Superfruit Spread: Yumberries and raspberries
• Europe Superfruit Spread:  Pomegranates and black currants blended with red grapes and morello cherries
• North America Superfruit Spread:  Wild cranberries and blueberries blended with red grapes and morello cherries
• South America Superfruit Spread:  Maqui berries and passionfruit blended with red grapes and morello cherries

To Enter: Visit Crofter’s Organic web site and take a look around.  Then leave a comment on this post telling me what type of Superfruit Spread or other Crofter’s product you’d like to try most!

*You can earn extra entries by tweeting about this giveaway and/or posting about it on your blog, and then leaving comments to let me know!*

I was most excited to try the Asia Superfruit Spread because I thought “yumberries” sounded like a fun ingredient.

I also learned the difference between a jam and a jelly while exploring the Crofter’s site.

Jam: Crushed, puréed or chopped fruit cooked down with sugar. A soft, chunk-free pulp.  Jelly:  Just the juice, nothing but the juice. And sugar. No seeds, whole berries or chunks of fruit. Clear and well-jelled.

Also… Fruit Spread: A recent addition to the jam aisle, fruit spreads began as reduced-calorie products made with alternative sweeteners and fruit juice concentrates.

The deadline for this giveaway is Saturday, January 16th.  I’ll randomly select two winners on Saturday morning.  Good Luck!