A very special blogiversary [giveaway]- ended

Hi friends 🙂 How’s your morning going? Hope you’re having a wonderful day. <3

So the blog is 3 years old!!

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The blog actually turned 3 last week, but with the Summer Shape Up and exciting news, I didn’t want to overload the week with too much going on.

For this post, I was originally planning on doing a list of events that have happened in the past 3 years, and then I realized:

1. A LOT of stuff has gone down and

2. the events aren’t what matter– it’s about the community, support, discussions and relationships that have been created in this tiny speck on the internet 🙂 You are 99.9% of the reason why this blog is what it is… I just write it, you’re the ones who show up for the party 🙂

This little blog began as an urge to share my love of health and a distraction from online shopping while I was bored in Valdosta – it has grown so much in the past 3 years. It’s changed and evolved with me, and I’ve had so much fun writing every word.

As a little thank you for changing my life, making this so rewarding and enjoyable, and just for being awesome, I thought it would be fun to do a little giveaway. Giving is always better than receiving for special occasions, anyway 🙂 I picked a few of my absolute favorite things and this giveaway is sponsored by myself and the Pilot 😀

To go with the “3 years” theme, there will be 3 different winners:

-1 commenter will receive my favorite lululemon jacket, the Define Jacket in a color/size of their choice ($99)

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-1 Facebook fan will receive a pair of Toms shoes (size/color of choice) and a Nars Orgasm blush from Sephora ($100)

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(I’m OBSESSED with the new crochet ones!! And everyone needs this blush)

-1 Twitter friend will receive a iTools Style Winder 1” curling iron ($140)

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(I still owe ya a video on how to use it, because it’s life-changing)

+ each winner will receive a dozen macaroons in a flavor of their choice 😀

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This means you have 3 different ways to win 3 different prizes:

***This giveaway has ended as of 9:35 EST on June 15.

 

Thank you again for an incredible 3 years 🙂

Love you guys,

Gina

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2,104 Comments

  1. Divya Vikram on June 14, 2011 at 6:18 pm

    I would love to see more of yoga posts, pregnancy tips 🙂 and fashion! And macaroons!!

  2. Floey on June 14, 2011 at 6:19 pm

    I’d love to see how you raise your new child! So adorable 🙂

  3. Floey on June 14, 2011 at 6:20 pm

    tweeted! @Squigglemefloey

  4. jewels on June 14, 2011 at 6:21 pm

    baby and fashion!

  5. Laura on June 14, 2011 at 6:22 pm

    congrats!

    I can’t wait to read about your pregnancy journey 🙂

  6. Becky on June 14, 2011 at 6:23 pm

    happy anniversary! I am a relative newcomer but your blog has quickly become a regular for me. i would love to hear more about how you learned to put together your group fitness classes and gained the confidence to teach them! I have been thinking about breaking into teaching myself (have gotten my certification), but the next step of being able to DO it for classes of people depending on me for a kick-butt workout is the hardest.

    keep up the amazing blog – love it!

  7. Orla on June 14, 2011 at 6:23 pm

    I’m really interested in seeing eating during pregnancy, and eating to get back into shape afterwards 🙂 I’m also DYING to see how you decorate your house! You have to do a home series 🙂 xoxo

  8. Christine on June 14, 2011 at 6:24 pm

    definitely more recipes… and some pics of that baby when he/she arrives! 🙂

    happy blogiversary!

  9. maukgirl on June 14, 2011 at 6:27 pm

    I would like to see more WMOW videos. They are really helpful. It would also be interesting to see how you modify and keep in shape during your pregnancy.

    Congratulations on the 3 years and the baby!

  10. Ashleigh on June 14, 2011 at 6:27 pm

    I can’t wait to see what kind of low-impact exercises you’ll come up with during your pregnancy…great for mommies-to-be, and great options for us girls looking for a new exercise alternatives!

  11. Jenny on June 14, 2011 at 6:27 pm

    WOW…what an amazing giveaway! I’m interested in seeing more of your unique and creative recipes (Helllllooooo breakfast cookie!) Stay well…Thanks!

  12. Aubrey on June 14, 2011 at 6:27 pm

    I adore your blog! And as the for the next year, just keep doing what you’re doing 🙂 it’s great (i.e. the food, workouts, fashion and baby!)

  13. Amber on June 14, 2011 at 6:28 pm

    I’m so excited to see your eating and fitness tips for a pregnant/new mom!

  14. Jayhawk Jen on June 14, 2011 at 6:30 pm

    More of the same for me… family, food, fitness, fun… thanks for the chance to win!

  15. Jo on June 14, 2011 at 6:30 pm

    I can’t wait to see everything this blog brings! I just discovered it recently 🙂

  16. Heather on June 14, 2011 at 6:30 pm

    I love the blog as it is! Although, I wouldn’t mind more workout’s and more unique and creative recipes like you already do!

  17. Ashlee on June 14, 2011 at 6:34 pm

    I can’t wait to read all your posts and info on your pregnancy, and then on baby, in the coming year! I also have been loving the fashion posts, so I hope you keep those coming, too!!

  18. Jess on June 14, 2011 at 6:34 pm

    I love to hear about new workouts. I liked your kettleball, crossfit and yoga posts 🙂

  19. Megan L on June 14, 2011 at 6:35 pm

    I would like to see how things will change with the new addition, juggling motherhood, being a wife, and a inspirational blogger.

  20. Amanda on June 14, 2011 at 6:37 pm

    Holy crap look at all these comments!!
    I’d love to keep seeing new and innovative ways to stay fit, I always love stopping by! Quick and easy meal plans are always fun too.

  21. Gina on June 14, 2011 at 6:39 pm

    Well I of course can’t wait to read about your baby journey! Also, I am going to start eating more raw food so I would love to see some new raw food recipes.

  22. Andrea on June 14, 2011 at 6:39 pm

    I love the blog as is! Your new layout and topics are great. I feel like there is such an array of topics discussed. Keep it up fitnessista!

  23. maria on June 14, 2011 at 6:41 pm

    i want to see your baby journey – and of course, baby pics!!

  24. veganlisa on June 14, 2011 at 6:43 pm

    I’d like to see more info about strength training and nutrition for athletes.

    Although, I’ll also enjoy following your pregnancy journey and watching you welcome your new role as a Mom.

    xo

  25. Leitadala on June 14, 2011 at 6:44 pm

    Congrats and Happy Anniversary! This year I’d like to see more of your life adventures adventures – pregnancy / baby, moving into a new house, and life with your Pilot, all while integrating health, fitness, and fashion. I especially love the simple food, fitness, and fashion recommendations that are easy to adapt into one’s own life!

  26. Marie on June 14, 2011 at 6:45 pm

    Seems like I echo what everyone else is saying – more baby and more fashion!! Love your blog!!

  27. Holly on June 14, 2011 at 6:45 pm

    I would love to see more workouts and how you and your baby stay in shape after delivery!

  28. Mellissa on June 14, 2011 at 6:45 pm

    I’d love to see how you manage baby, fitness and healthy food together. I know it’s one of my biggest hurdles as a mother. Also, eventually a recipe for those coveted macaroons…. 🙂

  29. Elizabeth on June 14, 2011 at 6:47 pm

    I would like to see more pregnancy posts and also I am really eager to see how you stay fashionable while pregnant. This is something I am currently contemplating myself.

  30. Sandi J on June 14, 2011 at 6:50 pm

    Well the obvious answer…baby pictures!!

  31. Jena on June 14, 2011 at 6:52 pm

    I’m looking forward to hearing about your fit pregnancy! I’d love to hear about pre-natal yoga!
    Happy Anniversary to you, major congrats for taking a distraction from online shopping to a career than inspires many, including me.
    xox

  32. Kate Harts on June 14, 2011 at 6:52 pm

    Just one thing? Officially I’d love to see more of your creative recipes!! You give me great ideas on how to make EASY healthy meals! (Hello breakfast cookie?!)

    Unofficially? Workouts incorporating the new bundle of joy 🙂

  33. Gania on June 14, 2011 at 6:52 pm

    I am new to your blog i would say i have been reading it for about 3 months. I am now addicted to it because of the recipes and you really are motivational i have since i started reading your blog dropped two pant sizes and am eating healthier and cooking healthier then i ever have. I would really like to see more videos on fitness moves and how to do them properly. Like i said before i am new to fitness and i feel lost at the gym sometimes wondering what the equipment does and how to use it. Videos on this kinda stuff would be great! Thanks for everything! oh and congrats on the baby news!! Don’t worry about the birth part it is a pain you will find totally worth it… it was for me!

  34. Liz on June 14, 2011 at 6:53 pm

    in the next year I’m really looking forward to lots of ‘body after baby’ information… plus finding the time for family + workouts! keep up the good work!

  35. Carsen on June 14, 2011 at 6:54 pm

    I’d love to see more recipes! 🙂 I love your recipes. Seriously.

  36. Jordan on June 14, 2011 at 6:54 pm

    I’m sure they’ve all said it by now…. but I love your workouts, and would love to see even more. Fashion is another topic of interest, as I’m always looking for ideas/inspriation! Also how your fitness evolves during and after your pregnancy- which BTW Congratulations!

  37. Meghan on June 14, 2011 at 6:55 pm

    I would love to hear more about the little fitnessista or baby pilot! I know it won’t turn into a baby blog, but I like to hear how you are staying healthy and active while preggo! Congrats by the way!

  38. Stephanie M on June 14, 2011 at 6:56 pm

    more yoga, pregnancy information, and fashion !

  39. Alexis D on June 14, 2011 at 6:57 pm

    Congrats on the anniversary!! I am loving the fashion posts, so I am definitely looking forward to more of those in the coming year. Also, I loved the video post of you and the Pilot (particularly when you broke the futon … Lol). More of those would be phenomenal! 😀

  40. Amy @ SGTC on June 14, 2011 at 6:58 pm

    First off, thank you Gina for writing on this blog each and every day. For over a year now I have been diligently reading and you have inspired me to to become a healthier person! I can’t thank you enough <3

    For what I would like to see–more "how to" videos! I know this will probably be hard for work outs with the little one in there–but maybe more cooking/fashion/hair/make-up? I still haven't conquered the goddess twist, haha!

    Thanks!
    Amy

  41. Jane on June 14, 2011 at 6:58 pm

    I’d like to see videos of exercise moves I can do at home!! 🙂

  42. Brittany on June 14, 2011 at 6:58 pm

    I’d love to see more book reviews! I love reading and buying new cookbooks, and catching reviews is a great way to get ideas for new books I need to snatch!

  43. Lindsay@Brownies For Brunch on June 14, 2011 at 6:59 pm

    Next year I want to see lots of baby pictures and all your new parent advice and tips you’ll know by then!

  44. Therese on June 14, 2011 at 7:00 pm

    I’m about to start midwifery school this fall, so I can’t wait to see your pregnancy journal and midwife/doula experience play out!

  45. Liz on June 14, 2011 at 7:00 pm

    Congrats on 3 years! What an accomplishment.

    I’d love to see more recipes on the blog – I feel like you eat so well that I want to know your secrets. And obviously, lots of baby to be stories!

  46. Lindsay@Brownies For Brunch on June 14, 2011 at 7:01 pm

    I tweeted for roons!

  47. Jen on June 14, 2011 at 7:02 pm

    Happy Blogiversary!

    I’m looking forward to learning more about the Baby Fitnessista/Pilot! I expect a gratuitous amount of pictures 🙂

    I’d also like to see more workout ideas – this year’s SSU is kicking my ass (in a good way)!

  48. Valerie @ Spice In Our Life on June 14, 2011 at 7:03 pm

    <3 this blog! What awesome little gifts. I would love to see baby posts and recipes. Your recipes that I have seen are very different then mine and I love trying new things so more recipes would be great.

  49. Lindsay@Brownies For Brunch on June 14, 2011 at 7:03 pm

    I’ve liked you on FB! Plus, I would love to see how you go about having a healthy mindset after having put on some pregnancy lbs, and how to best get rid of them!

  50. Rebecca on June 14, 2011 at 7:03 pm

    In the future I just want to see the blog continue on the awesome path it’s been on for the past three years!

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