Vega Sport Protein Bar Review #FuelYourBetter

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My life gets crazy sometimes… trying to work two jobs AND workout AND still take care of the house AND trying to fix at least one good meal during the week can get kinda crazy.  Which is why sometimes my recovery after my workouts is usually … NOTHING… then when I get home and finally get a shower, all I can think about is getting ready for another crazy long day and hitting the sack…

Which is why when Vega teamed up with Fit Approach and offered some Sweat Pink Ambassadors a chance to do a product review, I jumped at the chance and applied immediately!

 
I am super excited to officially be a Vega Blogger!! :)

Vega has launched a campaign called #FuelYourBetter and it focuses on helping you find out what holds you back and how to overcome that obstacle by helping you fuel better! Go click on what’s holding you back and check out their tips, advice, and products to help you overcome and get the best workout and best results! Vega also helps you create you’re very own personal Performance nutrition Plan!!

It was no secret to me what my setback was… RECOVERY… so I chose to review the Vega Sport Protein Bar! When it arrived at my door I was super excited, but I was also super bummed because it happened to be on one of my 14 hour long days and I only had 15 minutes to change between jobs and get out the door!!

My usual go-to recovery is a green smoothie, but lets be honest… that gets old real fast trying to make it before hand and think of a way to keep it cold throughout the day and not let it leak all over your gym bag! Gross!! That’s why I LOVE the Vega Sport Protein Bar because they are super easy to just throw in your gym bag, eat on the go, and completely mess free!! Not to mention totally vegan AND delicious!! (I was sent the Chocolate Mint flavor but I’m sure the Chocolate Peanut Butter and Chocolate Coconut are amazing too!! How could they not be?? They’re chocolate!!)

Check out what their website has to say about these bad boys:

Give your muscles the protein they crave. Recharge and repair with Vega Sport Protein Bar post-workout, so you can do it all again, sooner.

• 15 g complete, multisource, plant-based protein
• 2.5 g BCAAs
• 2 g glutamine
• 1 g Omega-3

Formulated by Brendan Brazier, vegan professional Ironman triathlete and bestselling health author on plant-based nutrition, Vega Sport Protein Bar is part of the three stage Vega Sport Nutrition System.

Non-GMO, gluten-free and made without artificial flavors, colors or sweeteners, enjoy Vega Sport Protein Bars in Chocolate Coconut, Chocolate Peanut Butter, and Chocolate Mint flavors.

They really are not like other protein bars I’ve had in the past… Even with 15g of protein in each bar, they still don’t taste chalky!  The texture is easy to handle and it really kind of tastes more like a candy bar!  Even my husband snuck some off in his gym bag and he’s picky about what he eats!!

Since I can conveniently take a Vega Sport Protein Bar with me to eat after my workout, I’ve noticed that I am less sore the next day and feel more refreshed and ready to go! It’s so easy to just eat it walking out of the gym or in my car on the way home!! Isn’t it funny what proper recovery can do?!  I’m so glad I found Vega’s Protein Bars!! Vega Sport also has other products that make it easy and fun to #FuelYourBetter!!! Go check them out!!

Disclaimer: As stated above, I did receive a free box of bars to review on my blog from Vega through my ambassadorship with Sweat Pink and Fit Approach. However… like always, my opinion was not swayed in any way and this post contains 100% my opinion!!

How do you recover after hard workouts?

Have you ever tried a Vega Product?

 

Skinny Yoga Mat Straps

As you know, I am trying to raise money for my DREAM for 2014!  If you missed the post where I told the world my dream and made it legit you can read it here.

One of the ways I am trying to raise money is by selling these Skinny Yoga Mat Straps that I have crocheted myself!  They are full of love from Runner’s Luck! ;)

If you got a yoga mat for Christmas or are just looking for a fun and stylish way to carry your yoga mat to the gym or studio without it unraveling or taking up your precious hand space, these Skinny Yoga Mat Straps are the perfect thing for you!!  They are strong, durable, and washable and have just the right amount of stretch! 

The Skinny Yoga Mat Straps are $8 each which includes shipping and handling fees!! That’s a great price!! Lululemon wants anywhere from $16-$18 for their yoga mat straps!

SO… look no further because you’ve found the perfect Yoga Mat Strap for you, a friend, or a family member! These also make GREAT gifts!!  Valentine’s Day is coming up… *hint hint*

To view a video of how to use the Yoga Mat Strap Click HERE

Currently there are two colors available:

Sweat Black & Pink - $8 
***not associated in any way with Sweat Pink

                                                       

California Sunset - $8 

See a theme to the colors? They all have something to do with me getting to the IDEA World Fitness Blogfest with Sweat Pink this summer! ;)

 

If you’d like to order one of the two colors above simply hit the order now button and fill out and submit the order form!! Easy Peasy!! If you have questions, concerns, suggestions, or a color that you’d like me to make for you, leave a comment below or email me at runners.luck@hotmail.com!

First 10 orders will receive a pair of Sweat Pink Shoelaces with their purchase!

FAQs

Q: Is my yoga mat strap washable?
A: YES! It’s 100% Acrylic yarn and can easily be washed! Machine wash warm, tumble dry low; do not bleach; do not iron; dry cleanable

Q: If I don’t like any of the available colors but still want to order a mat strap, can I request a color?
A: You can definitely request a color!  On the order form under the color option question, select “other” and just type in what color you’d like!  I will then send you an email and depending on if I have that yarn in stock or not, I will be able to crochet your strap in the color you requested!

Q: I don’t really want to order a Yoga Mat Strap, but I’d still like to support you and help you get to California! Are there any other ways I can help you out?
A: You are too kind! Thanks for supporting me! It means the world to me!! Below are some other ways you can help me out!  If you’re interested you can email me at runners.luck@hotmail.com

~ I’m seeking Event Sponsorships (Full OR Partial) This comes with some really awesome promotion opportunities for your company or blog!
~ I’m selling Ad Space on my blog!
~ AND if you really really want to be my Fairy God Mother… I’m taking donations!  (email me at runners.luck@hotmail.com)

Q: How do I use my Yoga Mat Strap? Does it come with directions?
A: I am currently trying to come up with a PDF or some type of document to send out with orders, but for now I have this super handy dandy video! (don’t mind the nails… i’m lazy when it comes to taking of old polish!)

Q: Ok, I’ve never owned a Yoga Mat Strap before… How do I wear it?
A: There are 2 ways you can wear it… 1) over one shoulder, purse style OR 2) cross body

 

Hope this helped!! If you have any other questions, feel free to email me at runners.luck@hotmail.com

Wednesday Motivation: #itsworthit

If you feel like giving up, don't give in! Push the negativity out of your mind and find your inner strength to keep going because guess what? It's so worth it! This has become one of my personal mantras of sorts as I recover from my knee injury... the finish line is running again... the race (long distance race that is) is getting back into shape so I can cross that finish line! I'm getting stronger and closer to running again because I refuse to give up!

What about you? Are you going to give up or keep going?