I am thrilled to bring you all this giveaway today from ZICO Coconut Water! As you know, coconut water is my families go-to hydration drink because it’s a NATURAL sports drink as opposed to the other sugar-laden options that line the grocery store shelves. With 5 essential electrolytes, including more potassium than one banana, this is a perfect drink to keep you hydrated through the sweltering summer months to come. If you haven’t tried coconut water yet or haven’t tried ZICO’s flavors this is a perfect opportunity. Enter now to win a case!

Rules of Entry:

1.  Tell me why you want to try ZICO Coconut Water in the comment section below.

2.  ’Like’ ZICO Coconut Water’s Facebook Fan Page.

3.  Reside in the United States.

It’s that easy. Now hurry up and enter! A winner will be picked at random tomorrow morning.

UPDATE: Congrats to reader Debora McNicholas! Here’s what she had to say…

“What an awesome give-a-way! I live in good ol’ Charlotte, NC and drink Zico as much as I can afford to stay hydrated and relieve my fatigue associated with Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Thanks for giving me a chance to win and I will share this information with all of my friends!”

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Over the weekend we were at great-grandma’s house to celebrate her 85th birthday. The kids find everything in her home completely fascinating. She actually has 20-something year old Happy Meal toys still in their wrappers. I love going there as well to look through old pictures and hear her stories of years past. On this last visit, I stumbled across an old workout book she had next to her TV. “Flatten Your Stomach in 7 Days – Guaranteed!” was an obvious must-read for me. Here are a few of the flat belly moves from 1983 you may want to try. It is guaranteed after all.

Get you blood flowing with The Invigorator. Time to throw in that Olivia Newton John cassette for some added motivation.

Who says working out can’t be fun?!

Now it’s time to feel the burn…

Um, I actually still do this exercise.

Because Super Lifts (I) was just way too easy…

I wonder where I can find this outfit?

Whoa, girl. Be careful not to fall over. Ab work can be dangerous.

Thank goodness it’s finally time to cool down.

What a workout. Now off to watch some General Hospital…

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Name: Tiffany Robyck

Kids: Sydney 13, Madelyn 11 & Michael 9

Occupation: Personal Trainer & Group Fitness Instructor, Owner of Ballston Spa Boot Camp

Hometown: Ballston Spa, NY

H&H Interview with Tiffany:

1.  What advice do you have for moms to help them stay motivating with their fitness goals?

My advice is to surround yourself with positive people who have similar goals.  Also, buddy up!  It’s always more motivating when you have friends or family members to be active with.  We are social creatures!

2.  What are the top 3 items in your grocery cart?

Eggs

Chicken (anti-biotic free, of course!)

Avocados

3.  What is your guilty pleasure when you get a break from the kids?

Massage!  I teach 10 classes a week plus try to get in a few workouts that are just for me.  So when I get a break I definitely try to treat myself to a massage, ahhhh!

4.  What would we be surprised to find in your purse?

A newspaper clipping reminding me to check out a local boxing gym.  I love to box!

5.  What is your favorite reality TV show?

The Biggest Loser.  I love seeing the contestants transform mentally & physically.

6.  What is your go-to ‘Cheat Day’ treat?

Pizza

7.  What is the funniest thing your kids have said or done lately?

My son asked me if I was famous.

8.  What is your favorite quotation?

“If you ever need a helping hand, you’ll find one at the end of your arm.  As you grow older you will discover that you have two hands, one for helping yourself, the other for helping others.” ~ Authour Unknown

9.  What songs are top on your iPod playlist right now?

I Can Transform Ya’, Chris Brown

Til’ the World Ends, Britney Spears

Give Me Everything, Pitbull

10. Who is your favorite celebrity mom and why?

Jennifer Nicole Lee.  I discovered Jennifer after the birth of my 3^rd child.   Her positive attitude and electric energy really inspired me to get my take control and get my body back in shape.

11. What is one thing most people don’t know about you?

I was not athletic in grade school or high school.  I’m a late bloomer!

12. What is your secret to staying Hot & Healthy?

The secret is….There is NO secret.  I tell my clients all the time, there is no secret and no magic pill.  Don’t fall for any of those taglines at the grocery store checkout.  Give yourself the gift of time to make the changes you wish to make.  Consistency is key in both diet and exercise.

*Thanks, Tiffany!*

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Lately my little Superman has been channeling Elvis. Take a look for yourself at what I mean…

Gray having a ‘Love Me Tender’ moment here for the camera.

‘Hound Dogging’ for our amusement…

Engaging his throng of fans (sister, Tennison) with his swagger…

And here I believe we have a touch of Elvis from the quaalude years.

*Happy Friday*

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