Ritz Bits Snack For Your Champion Program

Posted on July 13, 2014 by Krissyar

This is a sponsored post on behalf of  Global Influence, but all opinions are my own.

I grew up as softball/basketball jock,  but my two youngest fell in love with soccer. Though I didn’t know much about the sport when we first started, I have learned a lot – and one of those things is soccer players rock. They play in the heat, the cold, the rain. They run and then they run some more. They never stop. I give any one who plays soccer major props.

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I know how hard the soccer plays work to get to their tournaments and championships, and that’s why I am so excited to introduce the Ritz Bits Snack For Your Champion Program and PearUp.com . It works by using social network actions to help teams raise funds!  You can create your own Pear for your child’s soccer team, for either a uniform or team/league fees fundraiser.


Here’s how it works:

  • Pear is a social engagement platform that helps groups earn sponsorships from brands – for free.
  • Pear matches up sponsors with groups and organizations within the community.
  • The mission is to make sponsorship simple and easy for both parties.
  • Ritz Bits is offering more than $100,000 to sponsor to youth soccer teams across the country by providing team apparel or providing a donation for team/league fees.
  • There is no catch – Ritz Bits simply wants to generate goodwill in the youth soccer community.

 

  • Sponsors have money to donate, but they don’t always know how or where to donate it.
  • Pear works as the middleman to help connect sponsors and groups in need.
  • Pear helps the group leader create a Pear, and the group leader invites others to join.
  • A dedicated community manager at Pear will help groups get the most money from their Pear.
  • Groups earn sponsorship money by creating a Pear for their group and sharing with others who complete digital incentives to earn more money.
  • Each group can earn up to $1,000 within a 10-day time frame.
  • That $1,000 can be used toward team apparel or can simply be a donation to the soccer team for team/league fees.
  • Each team member completes digital steps on behalf of Ritz Bits to earn dollars – things like liking Ritz Bits on Facebook, following Ritz Bits on Instagram or signing up for an email.
  • For every step team members complete, they’ll get dollars towards their goal.
  • The more tasks you complete, the more dollars you earn for your sponsorship.
  • At the end of the 10-day period, group leaders claim an online certificate for the amount earned redeemable at any Pear printer or a check will be made out to the individual responsible for handing financials for the soccer team or organization.
  • You get to keep whatever amount you earn.
  • It’s completely free to participate.
  • It’s zero cost to you, and no are donations required.
  • So far, there are more than 1,700 participants and more than 250 Pears

 

Don’t have a team to support? Go help support the Ritz Bitz Pear Up for the Ramer Team!

 

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The Voice & Rite Aid Partner to give you FREE MUSIC!

Posted on July 11, 2014 by Krissyar

This post is sponsored by Global Influence, but all opinions are my own.

There are a ton of  ‘star’ reality shows that have some great talent, but The Voice takes the cake.  The kids and I always make sure chores and dinner is cleaned up in time to watch The Voice on Monday & Tuesday nights.  I am a big Blake Shelton fan, so I love that he’s a judge. I also think Adam Levine is pretty awesome, so I love watching them both and now Gwen and Pharrell are joining them – what a rockin’ team! They have had some great performers over the past few seasons, and I can’t wait for season 7!

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Need to Keep Going? This is My Secret…5-hour ENERGY® Shots!

Posted on July 8, 2014 by Krissyar

This shop has been compensated by #CollectiveBias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone.

I often get asked, “How do you do it?” With a full-time job, three kids with lots of extra curricular activities, a blog, and a husband on the road I have to keep going and going..a lot like the Energizer bunny! I can tell you this is my secret – 5-hour ENERGY® Shots! There are days that I am getting by on just a few hours sleep, but that doesn’t mean my day slows down (no matter how much I might want that to happen), so instead of getting all hyped up on sugar, I opt for 5-hour ENERGY® shots. #ThisIsMySecret

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Recently I knew I was going to need to head to Walgreens and  stock up on my favorite flavors of 5-hour ENERGY® Shots since I was heading solo to Disney World, Legoland and the beach with my kids. Since I’m always in a hurry, I just run up to the register and at our Walgreens the 5-hour ENERGY® Shots are right there, I can just grab and go!

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Late to bed and early to rise seems to be the life of a Mom – unfortunately that doesn’t ever change. It’s even worse on vacation! I made sure to load my suitcase with enough shots for the trip, and it helped me keep up with the kids – and even do all the ‘mom’ things I needed to do once we were finished for the day. What I love about 5-hour ENERGY® shots is I don’t have a sugar crash – I don’t feel the need to take a nap once it wears off. In fact, I even love using them after I work out so I can finish my ‘mom duties’ at home.

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Take Care of Your Carpet and it Will Take Care of You

Posted on July 8, 2014 by Krissyar

Whether your home is outfitted with wall-to-wall carpeting, or you have area and scatter rugs strategically placed around your home, caring for those carpets correctly is essential to keeping them looking and feeling great. Carpets can last for many decades, but in order to do so you will need to take very good care of them.

Vacuuming is the first and foremost thing you can do in preventative care. Vacuum on a regular basis, as often as once per day in high-traffic areas. Anytime someone walks across your carpet, the dust, dander, and general debris beneath their feet is ground into the carpet fibers. If you vacuum regularly, those ground-in particles won’t have a chance to be pushed down deeper into the piles of the carpet, where they’ll be much harder to get out.
How often should you vacuum? Bedrooms can be done weekly, while hallways and common living spaces should be tackled several times per week, or as often as once per day. If you have pets, consider jumping right to a daily vacuuming schedule, since pet dander is shed in high amounts and will certainly contribute to the overall health of your carpet.

Even if you are meticulous about eating in the kitchen and not carrying food or drinks over your carpets, chances are spills won’t happen. Don’t fret – instead, get to work. Scrape up solid particles, and use a towel soaked with cold water to gently blot up liquid stains. Work from the edges of the spill inward in order to avoid spreading the stain further. You may need to use special stain removers, particularly in the case of dark reds, tomato-based spills, or enzyme-containing spills (such as blood or pet urine).

Always protect carpet near doorways and entrances with stripping or waterproof runners, and move heavy furniture on occasion to prevent permanent damage to carpet fibers.

Finally, but not of least importance, invest in bi-yearly carpet cleaning services from a professional company. Professional carpet cleaning companies utilize steam cleansers and material-specific cleansers to ensure a deep, thorough cleaning that will greatly extend the life of your carpet. Get more info here.

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Fun Workout Moves that Don’t Feel Like a Workout

Posted on July 7, 2014 by Krissyar

Zumba® Fitness revolutionized the way to use a step in a group fitness class with the launch of “Zumba® Step” in 2013. In keeping with the ever-evolving fitness industry, Zumba® enhanced the adrenaline-pumping fitness party with this gravity-defying blend of Zumba flavor, step aerobics and fitness movements. Zumba® Step targets lower body muscles, aids in balance and coordination, and encourages you to use more energy to lift your body weight against the force of gravity.

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In 2002, Zumba® expert Gina Grant took her first Zumba® class in order to get her body back after having her third child. Grant was immediately hooked to the global fitness party and “values the exhilarating and effective workout that Zumba classes provide her…” Grant is now “step dancing” fitness enthusiasts into shape with four moves that are sure to tone and sculpt your body without making you feel like you’re working out. Follow the steps below, and be on your way to being the best “you” that you can be!

First up is the Bachata Turn Step, which targets obliques, quads, outer thighs, and calves.
Stand on the step with your legs spread, then bring your right foot diagonally behind you while your left foot remains on the step. Make sure to raise your right arm at the same time.
Return your right foot to a wide stance on the step and bring your left arm up.
Bring your left foot diagonally behind you, keeping your right foot on the step.
Alternate legs for four counts, and do 4 sets.
*Involve your hips to tone and tighten your side ADL.

Next is the Flamenco Combo, which targets core, glutes, quads, inner thighs, and arms.
Stand on the center of the step (placed lengthwise). Lunge your left foot diagonally off the step, and raise your right arm over your head.
Repeat Step 1 on the other side.
Bring your foot back to the center of the step.
In order to involve core muscles, lift your left knee to the outside of your waist, and you’re your right arm to shoulder height.
Lift your right knee to the outside of your waist. Alternate sides and repeat, and be sure to do 4 sets.

Third is the Salsa Combo, which targets glutes, quads, and hamstrings.
Step out to the left in a squat position from the top of the step while moving your arms side to side.
Step cut to the right in a squat position.
Return your feet together on the step. Do a front salsa move starting with your left foot.
Lunge back with your right foot off the step. Bring your arms to shoulder height and curl in. Repeat with your other leg, and do 4 sets.

Lastly, Grant shows us the Tango Lift, which targets abs, glutes, and quads.
Bring your left foot off the step.
Put your weight onto your right leg, kick your left leg back, and extend your right arm over your head.
Bring both feet up onto the step.
Step your right foot onto the floor, then sway your hips and arms from side to side 5 times. Repeat this on other side, and do 4 sets.

If you’re looking for a balance of traditional fitness, dance and step aerobics, these Zumba® Step moves are what you have been waiting for.
“With Zumba® Step, we’ve revolutionized an exercise classic that truly helped shape the fitness industry. With our own Zumba spin, we’ve made the program incredibly effective, especially on the lower-body, and easy-to-follow so you’ll see results while enjoying the workout — it’s truly fitness without sacrifice,” said Alberto Perlman, CEO and co-founder of Zumba®.

For more information about the Zumba® Step program or to find a live class near you, visit zumba.com.
For more information about Gina Grant, visit ginagrant.zumba.com.

 

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