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Berry Blast Bonanza Protein Smoothie

Berry Protein Smoothie Frugal Fitness Affordable whey protein yogurt

Enjoy this simple yet delicious berry barrage of lean muscle building and antioxidant recovery.

Ingredients:

½ Cup Skim Milk (or vegan substitute)

2 oz nonfat Chobani Greek Yogurt (or vegan substitute)

1 scoop GNC 100% Whey vanilla protein powder

1/3 Cup Raspberries

1/3 Cup Blueberries

1/3 Cup Strawberries

Ice

Instructions:

Mix all ingredients together in blender for about 30-45 seconds. Feel free to add or subtract ice and fruit for your preferred thickness. Serve as a breakfast or post-workout shake or just a healthy and filling snack.

Enjoy!

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Protein Buff Balls On A Budget Recipe

Original Recipe By Epic Chef & Co-Host Amanda, Author of The Skinny Spice

20 dates (that's a lot of dates for Frugal Fitness man)

1 cup almonds

1 cup dried cranberries

1/2 cup flaxseed

1/4 cup GNC 100% Whey Chocolate Supreme Protein powder

2-3 teaspoons Agave (or more if necessary) honey is also good

Finely chop first 5 ingredients together in a food processor. Add agave. Continue to chop until the mixture is pretty fine (small chunks are good).

If you feel like the mixture is not sticking well, put it in the microwave for 25 seconds before forming balls. Form 1 inch balls, and refrigerate... or just eat immediately like Mr Frugal Fitness.

The other secret ingredient for more dates!

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GNC Total Lean & SafSlim Nutrition Reviews

Contributed By Maria Waldron, Author of Lift, Love, Life

Delicious Total Lean Protein shakes, Breakfast bars, and SafSlim I was sent by the generous folks of GNC. It's taken me awhile to get this review up because well, I actually wanted to try the products first. Imagine that, trying a product before reviewing. I am so cool.

So the first thing I tried was the SafSlim. If you're wondering what the heck I'm talking about, here is the product description from their website:

A revolutionary breakthrough in targeted belly fat science. SafSlim™, powered by SAFActive78™, is the first-ever solution to target unsightly and health-threatening OMENTUM fat, the fat that accumulates around the belly region.*
This patent-pending formula features a proprietary blend of non-GMO, expeller pressed, high-linoleic safflower oil. In a major university study on obese, diabetic women, the active ingredient in SafSlim significantly reduced belly fat – 6.3% on average – in just 16 weeks.*
This “belly fat omega” has been shown to activate hormones, such as adiponectin, to help mobilize stubborn dormant midsection fat, curb appetite and improve insulin sensitivity.*
Emulsified and “body-ready” for maximum absorption, SafSlim is the easiest and most effective way to transform your belly and ab flab… naturally.*
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Simply put, it's supposed to really help with the spare tire I have from eating one to many donuts. Yes, I really have a fixation with donuts.

In the two and half weeks I tried the SafSlim, I actually LOVED it. The flavor was delicious, tasted almost like orange sherbert ice cream, and I liked that it was just a spoonful to take. Easy to take, and easy to go down. I also noticed results pretty quickly. My stomach felt tighter, less bloated, and my ab definition definitely improved. I don't know if it's because of the SafSlim itself, or if because it was coupled with a clean diet (with the exception of original glazed donuts) and intense exercise but I will assure you that I absolutely loved the results. Admittedly, I was surprised, but very impressed.

I stopped taking it when I found I was pregnant for obvious reasons. But once I pop this sucker out, I will definitely be trying another delicious bottle of SafSlim.

As for the breakfast protein bars, I was sent Oatmeal chocolate chip and Strawberry cream. Normally I'm not a fan of these kinds of bars because I prefer to make my own food. But the flavor of both of the bars were too delicious to pass up and I started using the bars before my runs in the morning. They kept me full, but not disgustingly so, and did I mention they tasted like heaven in a bar? Yeah, they tasted like heaven in a bar. Oh, and they have 12gs of protein in each individually wrapped bar. Pretty awesome for such a tasty treat, if you ask me.

Finally, the lean shakes were the last thing I tried. First, I was completely enamored with the details:

Healthy meal replacement or snack
25 grams of high quality protein
170 calories
24 vitamins and minerals
Lactose Free

And then I tried the swiss chocolate flavor and tried to marry the bottle. Anything chocolate is delicious to me but this particular chocolate flavor had me crooning. It was delicious, kept me even more full then the bars, and I loved the convenience of having a bottle ready to go after my workout. I didn't use the bottle as a meal replacement because, um, that's not how I roll, but I can see why it's advertised that way. These babies satisfy you for hours. Yeah, baby. Oh yeah. Don't stop.

I'll end the creepy blog post and review here though. I hope I still have readers. Hello? Anyone there? I am just in an EXCELLENT mood. But perhaps I should refrain from doing reviews when I'm this high off life? Eff it, GNC is awesome. Yoga! Hot chocolate! I need to get out more! Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Protein bars! Balls! Life!

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Marked Nutrition Muscle Maker Workout & Review Videos!

Workout and Eat / Supplement Like a Champ.
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Hey Fabu-Less Frugal Fitness Fans! It is I, the purveyor of protein, here with some awesome new tips and videos for the Marked Nutrition scientifically-formulated performance nutrition products by my pals at GNC (I don't mean to brag but on FourSquare I'm the mayor of the new Brighton, MA GNC store. You may have heard of me, I'm kind of a big deal... :p). So why exactly is protein so important? Hmmmm maybe my degree in exercise physiology will help me out on this one: Because protein provides the amino acids that are the building blocks for all of your muscle tissue. And if you want optimal recovery, toning, muscle growth, and metabolism (more muscle = higher metabolism), you are going to need plenty of premium complete protein sources throughout the day. But this is of course easier said than done.

That is where the Marked Protein Shakes and Marked 100% Whey Protein Powder come in. You can bring the delicious pre-made Protein Shakes with you anywhere for a portable powerhouse of protein and nutrients. Or you could bring your GNC shaker cup (like my ripped roommate and I) with a nice hefty scoop or two of 100% Whey Protein Powder and add any milk or water anytime for a frugalicious shake. Of course you could even sprinkle it on oatmeal, bake protein treats with it, mix with peanut butter, or blend up a super smoothie. The possibilities are endless with Marked Protein Shakes and Marked 100% Whey Protein Powder. Check out the review videos here and of course my muscle massacre workout you can do anywhere in the world with just a $5 resistance band and 5-15 minutes! #GetMarked my friends!

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Eat Like A Frugal Champ with Marked Nutrition Protein Bars!

Hey Frugal Fitness fans I'm here, the purveyor of protein and emperor of frugality! Got the chance to review another great protein product from Marked Nutrition and GNC, the Marked Nutrition Protein Bars! If you know me at all, you know that I am a fan of all things protein, portability, and convenience. I take these bad boys with me on the go all over the great state of Massachusetts as I train clients, take care of pets, get in my workouts, have business meetings, and any other randomness that comes my way. The whopping 25 grams of protein keeps my muscles fueled throughout the day along with the fiber and micronutrients to keep me going.

My Whole Marked Nutrition Line of Products By GNC Live Well

I liked a lot of things about the Marked Nutrition line of premium science-based products. First off, it is brought to you by GNC who are the leaders in performance nutrition. Secondly, the Marked products are Banned Substance Free which is always a big concern to me these days with some nutrition and supplement companies falling short on quality ingredients. And third, they taste great! These bars and the rest of their line are a party for your taste buds as well as your muscles! Booyah!

If you want to get jacked and cut like Marky Mark Wahlberg, Get Marked Today!

I like to get my Marked products on the GNC website with my GNC Gold Card (never leave home without it), but you can also go to your local store and save 20% with your Gold Card and browse other local specials and sales in person (I've found some great stuff over the past 9 years there)! Now that is even more frugalicious! Enjoy and Get Marked!

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Baby Carrots, Protein Shakes, Wraps, & Cats!

Contributed By Courtney Horan, Author of Sweet Tooth Sweet Life

Boy, I’ll tell ya…it felt great to MOVE today.

I wound up taking yesterday off from any workouts, just for the mere fact that I was feeling completely wiped and unmotivated. I was more sore than expected from Monday’s workout (I blame the yoga!) and since I hadn’t suited up in my workout gear right away in the morning, I lost any motivation to do something later in the day.

Hey, it happens.

Today, however, the workout clothes went on right away and shortly after breakfast settled, I was ready to rock ‘n roll. Nothing crazy…about 20 minutes of power walking + 2 rounds of my timed stability ball circuit. It really feels great to lift those weights again!

It was probably only about 10am by the time I was finished up, so I wanted to get some protein into my system since lunch was a ways away…enter a new-to-me kind of protein powder: GNC 100% Egg Protein in Vanilla Ice Cream.

I received this protein to try out as a part of my partnership with GNC, but hadn’t had an opportunity to try it out until today. This was my first time trying egg protein powder, which honestly, sounded super odd to me at first.

I typically try to avoid most whey proteins, since I have yet to be able to find one that doesn’t upstate the ‘ol tummy, so having something new to try that is more easily digestible was pretty exciting.

The verdict? It’s crazy good! The ‘vanilla ice cream’ flavor really lives up to its name; it’s sweet and super creamy (and I only mixed mine with water). I would totally tell you guys if it was a miss for me, but it was definitely a hit!

By the time I finished that and got ready to shower, I noticed that my buddy Cody wasstill in our bedroom window.

Jay actually opened it early this morning for him, since we saw he was eyeballing it, and he’s seriously been in it ALL morning long. I don’t know what he’s been seeing out there, but he is lovin’ life in that window today. Smile

Lunch

I’m already excited about I’m planning for dinner tonight (breakfast for dinner, baby – omelettes, turkey bacon, toast!) so having to think of something for lunch wasn’t all that exciting…but hey, look at that?! I managed to get in some veggies today. WOOP.

Baby carrots + hummus and a wrap, made with turkey, avocado (I promise, it’s in there) honey mustard, lettuce, and tomato.

Ok…quick question for you guys about baby carrots (I want to know if I’m the only one who’s nuts to notice this): Do any of you ever eat a baby carrot and think, “wow that was a good one,” then eat another one and think, “ehh, that wasn’t that great”?

I know, this is totally random. But I just want to know that I’m not the only crazy one. Winking smile

I knew I was going to need a little something sweet after lunch today, so I grabbed a dark chocolate Adora disk from the pantry.

I came across this bag a few days ago so now that I know it’s there, I’ve been taking full advantage on the extra ~~chocolate~~ calcium.

Gotta get ready for a couple phone conferences, and then I’m toying with the idea of venturing out to Trader Joe’s for some pumpkin treats…we’ll see whether or not I make it!

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GNC Protein Powder Reviews! Soy, Whey, Casein, & Egg Oh My!!!!

Hey Frugal Fitness Fans! I recently decided to try out all of GNC's various types of protein powder in my quest to be the ultimate supplement and health food guru. I've tried a LOT of protein powders in my day, hundreds of brands and products actually. Not exaggerating at all, I've tried it all. It had been awhile since I had GNC 100% Whey and Soy though, and I had not tried their Casein or Egg Protein powder except in smoothies with many other ingredients so that isn't usually the best single test of a protein powder. Although I am getting into making more smoothies (posted 1 video so far but TONS more coming soon), I usually just drink a scoop of protein powder in skim milk, soy milk (light vanilla or non-flavored), or water (shaker cup) so that's how I'll be testin these bad boys out. Here is a little information about each type of protein and how they stacked up in my book:

GNC 100% Whey Protein: Whey protein, a very fast digesting protein, has the highest quality amino acid content of all protein, and this is the pure stuff without any extra carb or fat filler. Great tasting, easy to mix, rich in BCAA's and essential amino acids, plenty of glutamine, and a nice frugal price buying in big tubs! I've been taking GNC 100% Whey for about 8 years now with water, skim milk, soy milk, in smoothies, and more!

GNC 100% Casein Protein: Casein protein is a very slow digesting complete and high quality protein powder source. It is rich in BCAA's, low in cholesterol, and very high in calcium! Casein protein powder gives you the long lasting amino acid supply you need throughout the day and at night while you are sleeping to stay anabolic! I always take mine with skim milk before bed.

GNC Soy 95 Protein: Soy is one of the only non-animal sources of protein that is considered complete, which means it provides all of the essential amino acids needed by your body. It is a relatively quick digesting plant-based source of protein that has an excellent amino acid profile, heart healthy unsaturated fats, saturated fat free, and high in iron! Great for variety, vegetarians, or vegans! I've been taking more soy protein lately each day and I think it's been a good choice! The Soy 95 mixes well and tastes great in water, milk, or a smoothie! SOYLICIOUS!

GNC Egg Protein: Egg protein is an underrated source of high quality amino acids and BCAA's. It is a relatively quick digesting complete protein from natural egg white sources. This protein powder is almost completely fat free, has a whopping 25 grams of protein per serving, and is very high in potassium making it ideal post-workout for total recovery. It's great for diversifying your protein intake, mixes instantly, and tastes pretty darn good! I love me the Chocolate Supreme flavor! I usually take this post-workout with water, skim milk, or fruit smoothie. Much better than Rocky Balboa's old "Egg Protein Shakes" + no risk of salmonella :) An EGGScellent choice indeed! :p

Try these great protein powders out today & learn the real meaning of diversifying your portfolio, your protein portfolio! It will pay dividends indeed when it comes to your health, fitness, & performance!

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