April 11, 2014
Tired of ordinary trail mix and nuts? Check out SuperSeedz! Uber-yummy pumpkin seeds with 8 flavors to choose from – Really Naked, Sea Salt, Cinnamon & Sugar, Coco Joe, Tomato Italiano, Curious Curry, Somewhat Spicy and Super Spicy. The TrailblazerGirl team loved the Sea Salt SuperSeedz right out the bag as a tasty snack marching […]
April 10, 2014
You remember those great Nuun hydration products that have NO sugar…well, these smart folks have improved their already great products with new Nuun Energy. Just like Nuun Active Hydration, Nuun Energy has the optimal blend of electrolytes to help alleviate cramps, help muscles function, and communicate and burn energy efficiently PLUS the added benefit of […]
April 9, 2014
Clever, clever idea! The mother/daughter team at Yoga Paws created a unique set of “Paws” that provide extra padding and non-slip support for your hands and feet during your yoga workout. They put a lot of thought into the design – external seams on the gloves for a snug but comfortable fit, special towel-like liner […]
April 8, 2014
Aaahhh…that’s the sounds of your feet while wearing the Zen Walker! Yes, those happy feet will definitely be feeling zen with these awesome walking shoes by our friends at Vionic. Strikingly lightweight, these podiatrist-designed shoes boast a special built-in footbed with arch support and a deep heel cup that properly aligns your foot to reduce […]
March 24, 2014
Soda… with benefits? … natural benefits? Yes, Just Chill is something entirely new. They have amazing ingredients like lemongrass, B Vitamins, Vitamin C and Zinc, but it’s the science of L-theanine that makes them special. Found in green tea, L-theanine has been clinically shown to “help reduce stress, elevate mood and increase focus without causing drowsiness.” […]
March 11, 2014
Kissable lips with Kissing Elixirs! Their all natural lip balms go on silky smooth with such great flavors – Mint Vanilla and Cinnamint. With a unique blend of apricot kernel oil and pomegranate seed oil (sounds yummy enough to eat!), your lips will be protected and rehydrated naturally. Also contains pure peppermint and other extracts, […]
March 11, 2014
Frozen hydration bladder a problem? For those die-hard TrailblazerGirls that are braving extreme conditions in search of adventure, Arctic Innovations HydroHeater should be an essential piece of gear. No more worries about not being able to drink from your hydration bladder because the drinking tube is frozen. HydroHeater has a battery-powered heating element which at […]
March 10, 2014
An elegant motivator to keep you active. So many activity trackers out there, but we are especially impressed with the Misfit Shine. It’s easy to see why this tracker has won many design awards – the cool-looking, aircraft-grade aluminum disc comes in gray, jet (black), champagne, and topaz and can be clipped anywhere on your […]
March 7, 2014
Stainless steel with a unique twist… our friends at Liquid Hardware have two bottles: the non-insulated Outrigger and the coming soon vacuum-insulated Sidewinder (a Kickstarter Project, click here to learn more). Both are made using food-grade stainless steel so they don’t hold any smells or aftertaste, but what makes them rise above other bottles is […]
March 5, 2014
Such a pretty bottle! Our friends at Tervis have hundreds of designs for their water bottles, tumblers, mugs, and ice buckets, ranging from sports teams to holidays to their special artist series, but our favorite is the Blue Endless Butterfly Wrap. Not only is this 24 oz bottle super cute, but you can nuke it […]
March 4, 2014
Here’s another great product from our friends at Kiss My Face – their 4-in-1 Moisture Shave. With our active lifestyle, we TrailblazerGirls want to make sure we have silky smooth legs, and this shaving cream will certainly help us! Filled with natural ingredients like vitamin E, golden seal, lemongrass, aloe, and olive and coconut oils, […]
February 21, 2014
Water to get excited about! ACTIVATE is a special vitamin water but with a twist – literally! The vitamins are held in their patented cap, allowing the ingredients to stay fresh and potent until you are ready to drink. Then you just twist the cap, releasing the powder into the water and shake. The vitamins […]
February 21, 2014
Absolutely delicious! The TrailblazerGirl team was lucky enough to be sent a sampling of Earnest Eats products – Baked Whole Food Bars, Hot & Fit Cereals, Chewy Granola Bars, and Granola Planks. Filled with superfood grains like oats, amaranth, and quinoa and big chunks of dried fruit and whole nuts and seeds, these bars and […]
February 19, 2014
The gluten and dairy free superfood. Navitas Naturals Power Snacks are small squares of nutrient-dense, flavorful, energy bites. Certified organic and no refined sugars, these Power Snacks come in 3 flavors – Cacao Goji, Blueberry Hemp, and Citrus Chia. They taste healthy with little bursts of crunchiness from the chia seeds, and with their high […]
February 13, 2014
Super delicious goodness that’s good for you too! The TrailblazerGirl team had a field day trying out the yummy Granola Trail Mixes and Granola Cereals by our friends at Nature’s Habit. These are all natural and filled with choice ingredients like almonds, pecans, mangoes, raisins, cherries, and banana chips. The trail mixes come in 4oz […]
February 13, 2014
Take a ride on a magic carpet. Actually, a Deco Magic Carpet Yoga Mat! This is truly a piece of art work that will inspire you the next time you do your downward-facing dog. Sophie Leininger designed and hand painted the beautiful art deco pattern that is reminiscent of a stained glass window. Sustainable UV-cured […]
February 3, 2014
Various dates in 2014. Need some extra motivation and training to get fit this year? Check out the Women’s Prestige Boot Camp in Devon, England, an award-winning fitness boot camp. It’s a week’s worth of varied activities for all fitness levels led by British Military trained Physical Training Instructors. Choose from high or low intensity […]
December 11, 2013
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2013 reviews in the Skin category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the spray-on relief and non-messy, Salonpas, the largest cross-country event in all of […]
November 20, 2013
Cooling relief for those sore muscles. Our friends at Biofreeze have developed a pain reliever to help comfort minor aches and pains of sore muscles and joints that we TrailblazerGirls sometimes get after the tough exercise that we love. This topical analgesic contains menthol which creates a cooling sensation. We like the ease of application […]
November 19, 2013
Cushy softness. The OOFOS OOriginals are fantastic as a recovery shoe after those long runs or hikes, but just as great as a sandal to wear at the beach. Your feet will welcome the special OOfoam that is so lightweight and soft, like a down pillow, yet their patented footbed conforms to your sole and […]
November 19, 2013
Gluten free and ethically sourced. You can feel good about eating BumbleBar Energy Bars. Their handcrafted bars contain organic ingredients from worker owned co-ops and family farms from around the world that are consistent with their mission of doing the right thing for people and the planet. BumbleBars are a chewy, sesame-based bar with around 180-210 […]
November 15, 2013
Crazy for nuts? Try No Opportunity Wasted (NOW) Energy Bars. Not your ordinary trail bar, these bars are made with white chia seeds to help regulate electrolytes, Manuka Honey to help boost your immune system, and have a 4:1 carb to protein ratio to optimize your energy levels during endurance activity. TrailblazerGirl especially likes the […]
November 14, 2013
We all have our days when we’re a little less coordinated than others, so scrapes and cuts are an inevitable part of an active lifestyle. That’s where A3 Road Rash plays an important part in our recovery. This first aid ointment is formulated with Manuka Honey, a honey produced in New Zealand by bees that […]
November 13, 2013
Super hydration products without the sugar! Nuun has 3 tablets to meet your needs – Nuun Active Hydration (electrolytes), U Natural Hydration (electrolytes and vitamins with half the sodium of the Active Hydration formulation), Nuun All Day (vitamins and minerals). TrailblazerGirl is impressed that these tablets dissolve so easily (no mess or residual powder stuck […]