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. Meghan on June 14, 2011 at 7:03 pm

    Hi Gina! I’d love to see more fitness/ fashion combos like this jacket! And of course baby pics!

  2. Meaghan on June 14, 2011 at 7:04 pm

    I would love to read about keeping fit during pregnancy, and more healthy eating! Your recipes and tips are always soooo helpful! Ooh, also, I really enjoy when you spotlight certain workout programs/classes, etc.

  3. Jill on June 14, 2011 at 7:05 pm

    I am so excited to see how you integrate your family life with your healthy lifestyle. I love when you post recipes and videos so more of those would be awesome, too! Congratulations on 3 years, you’re an amazing person and it’s no wonder that you have so many fans.

  4. Hotchick on June 14, 2011 at 7:05 pm

    More of the same. Just like we’ve changed your life, you’ve also in turn changed ours:)

  5. Jess on June 14, 2011 at 7:06 pm

    I can’t wait to see posts about your growing family.

  6. Fallon on June 14, 2011 at 7:06 pm

    I can’t wait to hear about baby stories!

  7. Jessica on June 14, 2011 at 7:07 pm

    Hi Gina, congrats again 🙂

    I’d love to see more pregnancy tips on the blog too — particularly relating to fitness! Your openness and positivity is so amazing and really does make it seem less scary.

    Also, id love a streaming video class of dance trance !! Or yoga tone, or whatever you have time and the desire for!

  8. Sarah on June 14, 2011 at 7:07 pm

    Yay 3 Years! I would love to see more yummy recipes on the blog….I am trying the beet burgers tonight btw:) I also Can’t wait to see your little baby!!!! SO exciting!

  9. Lo on June 14, 2011 at 7:07 pm

    More recipes!

  10. Naomi@onefitfoodie on June 14, 2011 at 7:09 pm

    I cannot wait to hear about how you incorporate working out and staying fit throughout your pregnancy! I also have been LOVING raw cooking lately, and hope that you show us some more yummy recipes!

  11. Naomi@onefitfoodie on June 14, 2011 at 7:10 pm

    I already LIKE your facebook page! 🙂

  12. Naomi@onefitfoodie on June 14, 2011 at 7:10 pm

    AND TWEET TWEET TWEEEEETED!

  13. Lisa on June 14, 2011 at 7:12 pm

    Congrats on 3 years! I’d love to see some more recipes- and the video tutorial on how to use that curling iron!

  14. SAM on June 14, 2011 at 7:12 pm

    I’d love to see more workouts and recipes, and just more of your general life. Keep up the good work! You continually inspire me with your commitment to a healthy lifestyle and the loving life that you lead.

  15. Claire @ Un Bello Aperitivo on June 14, 2011 at 7:13 pm

    Yay! I can’t wait to hear more about your little baby!

  16. Sara on June 14, 2011 at 7:13 pm

    Happy Third Year Anniversary, fitnessista! Honestly, I want to see the same stuff on the blog in the next year~ I love the new family tab you added, and am glad you keep up with the other ones as well (Fashion Friday is my fav). Keep it up!!

  17. jenny on June 14, 2011 at 7:14 pm

    congrats on your blogiversary~!

    i’d love to see more recipes with sunwarrior! you’ve got me hooked on cookie dough cereal :]

    also am looking forward to more ‘family’ posts! i’m so excited for you!!

  18. Kathleen on June 14, 2011 at 7:14 pm

    I’d love more vlogs with the pilot!

  19. Tara on June 14, 2011 at 7:15 pm

    I can’t wait to meet Baby Fitnessista/o! I love all the family posts and I think its so great you are keeping your core blog the same and adding the family posts for all us baby suckers out there 😉

    congrats!!

  20. Heather on June 14, 2011 at 7:15 pm

    Would love to see more recipes and definitely cant wait for more family blogs. Your blog is just da BOMB no matter what is talked about, just saying!

  21. Erinn on June 14, 2011 at 7:16 pm

    Well, of course, I can’t wait to see Little Fitnessista (or Fitnesshijo?). I really like when you do videos and strength training workouts. I entered on Facebook and tweeted (@ErinnCal). What an amazing giveaway, and Happy Blogiversary!

  22. Jessica on June 14, 2011 at 7:16 pm

    Baby Bump Pictures and can’t wait to meet Baby Fitnessista!!

  23. Cate on June 14, 2011 at 7:17 pm

    I love the formal workout plans (like the Summer Shape Up), WMOTW, and just hearing about your daily workouts. They inspire me to get moving and to mix it up!

  24. Sam on June 14, 2011 at 7:19 pm

    Wow, look at all those comments! Everyone loves a good giveaway, especially with the awesome prizes you’ve listed above.

    I love the balance of food, exercise and everyday life you already keep on your blog. As a (hopefully) future mother, I can’t wait to see more posts about the future baby Fitnessista.

  25. Tiana on June 14, 2011 at 7:19 pm

    I like seeing the products that you use and the fashion posts!

  26. Kristy on June 14, 2011 at 7:20 pm

    Congrats on the anniversary! Yours is my very favorite blog!

    I hope to see more GF desserts! MMM

  27. heatherfeather on June 14, 2011 at 7:21 pm

    Congrats on the blog-iversary! I have enjoyed reading it. I especially love the workouts you post. I print my little workout and head the gym. Please keep them coming!

  28. Nadia on June 14, 2011 at 7:21 pm

    I live the workout plans- please keep them coming! Also love your random food finds!

  29. Kelli @ marathomamma on June 14, 2011 at 7:22 pm

    honestly, just more of the same everyday “stuff” – I get a lot out of it!

  30. Kristin on June 14, 2011 at 7:22 pm

    Happy 3 years, Gina!!! I’d love to see the baby, Bella, Pilot AND how you get back into shape after the baby… I think that is inspirational not only to women who have had babies, but a good reminder to us still working on our journey that it’s a full time journey and the journey never really ends.

  31. Tracy C. on June 14, 2011 at 7:24 pm

    Congratulations on your 3 year Blogiversary!!

    I cannot think of anything different that you should show on your blog because you already cover so many wonderful topics – Food, Fitness, Family and Fashion! I adore your blog and it inspires me each and every day! I look forward to following your blog as you enter this new phase and to see how you continue to be consistent with your food and fitness, despite all that you have going on. It is a constant reminder that we can make smart choices even when our world gets a little crazy.

  32. Jessica on June 14, 2011 at 7:25 pm

    I’d love to see some more unique recipes and workout suggestions, legs arms and core!

  33. Michelle Caputo on June 14, 2011 at 7:25 pm

    I can’t wait to hear more about that little peanut you have growing inside you!!:)

  34. Lindsay R. on June 14, 2011 at 7:26 pm

    Definitely looking forward to the post-baby workouts and how you will fit it all in. But I imagine you might keep that separate from the main site. So on the main site I would love to see more routines like the summer shape-up. Maybe mini ones?

  35. Denise Myers on June 14, 2011 at 7:27 pm

    Happy Anniversary!!!

    I’d love to keep seeing more of your fashion posts and recipe ideas! Thanks so much for the information/tips you’ve showcased over the past years! 🙂

  36. Kate Z. on June 14, 2011 at 7:27 pm

    Congrats! I would like to see: pregnancy journal, birth story, baby!, more recipes, and maybe some more talk about alternative medicine and what your experience has been with it. Can’t wait to see what the year brings!

  37. bobbileigh on June 14, 2011 at 7:27 pm

    I would love to see more recipes, especially the his and her versions. I am in a household where we eat very differently and often cook two meals so I love the idea of having ideas that are easily transformed or customized.

    Ps. I am totally not a baby person but I find myself checking your family page every day because I really enjoy reading your updates. The positivity that rings through your posts is so beautiful.

  38. Jenn on June 14, 2011 at 7:28 pm

    Happy 3 years! I have been following you since the beginning, and you inspire me everyday. I would love to see more of your amazing recipes and workouts. Thanks for such an awesome giveaway!

  39. Megan on June 14, 2011 at 7:28 pm

    I would love to read updates on your baby! And workout ideas/playlists are always good:)
    Congrats on 3 years!

  40. Erin on June 14, 2011 at 7:28 pm

    I would love to hear more of your thoughts on body image!

  41. wishful nals on June 14, 2011 at 7:29 pm

    so fun! i’d love to see more recipes!

  42. Izzy on June 14, 2011 at 7:29 pm

    I’d love to see more of what I see every day – delicious recipes, Bella (<3), fun workouts and all-around wackiness! And of course, the Mini-Fitnessista/Fitnessisto (?) once he/she arrives!!

    Happy Bloggiversary!

    izzyy
    xox

  43. Sarah on June 14, 2011 at 7:29 pm

    Yay Happy 3 years! I can’t wait to hear all about your new little family! and of course the recipes! Amazing

  44. elaine on June 14, 2011 at 7:30 pm

    hi gina! happy blogversary! it’s been wonderful being able to follow you on your journey these past years and now you’re going to be a momma! your blog has been such a source of positivity and inspiration for me so thank you! I’d love to also see more fashion posts this coming year. i love your outfit posts!

  45. stephanie on June 14, 2011 at 7:30 pm

    I would love to see more recipes! And anything baby!!

  46. bo on June 14, 2011 at 7:30 pm

    Congrats on three years! I love your blog and would love to see more of the same, fun, fitness, food and shenanegans!

  47. jen on June 14, 2011 at 7:32 pm

    happy blogiversary & congrats on your wonderful pregnancy news!! i’d love to see more of the same recipes, fashion and of course read about your adventures in your new home with your new family:-).

  48. T.Lee on June 14, 2011 at 7:33 pm

    Congrats on the 3 year anniversary! Hmm, next year… I’d love to see more of, well, everything you’ve been doing so far. Love the healthy recipes, love the food ideas, workouts, and just general posts about what you’re doing to stay fit and healthy. More fashion and family posts, please!

  49. Leea on June 14, 2011 at 7:34 pm

    I would love to see more of organic/natural personal (makeup, shampoo, etc) or cleaning essential that you use!

  50. Lauren on June 14, 2011 at 7:36 pm

    Congrats on the anniversary! I have been reading your blog for about three months and have so much of your earlier blogs to catch up on. I love reading all of your recommendations and answers to reader requests. So happy for you and the pilot — congratulations on your new addition. <3

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