Favorite Things - Nutri Ninja Auto-iQ Compact System #Giveaway

I cannot believe Christmas is less than 2 weeks away!!! Are you ready? We are about 90% finished shopping and will hopefully be wrapping up all the gifts by the end of this week.

For my 6th and final Favorite Things Giveaway, I am bringing you the Nutri Ninja Auto-iQ Compact System. This blender has changed my morning routine.

There are many features of the Nutri Ninja Auto-iQ Compact System that I love. One of my favorite features is convenience - it comes with a double-walled stainless steel cup that keeps beverages cooler for up to 4 hours. For those who do morning smoothies and are always on the go - this is your dream come true.

Nutrient and Vitamin Extraction:
Nutri Ninja® Cups can blend whole fruits, vegetables, greens, seeds & stems into nutrient-rich beverages in seconds! Traditional juicers provide little juice and remove the pulp which contains the healthy fiber, whereas the Nutri Ninja™ Cups provides complete juicing with the benefits of entire fruits and vegetables, not just the juice. These juices are bursting with health-boosting vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, trace elements and plant nutrients! 

Smooth Boost Technology:Smooth Boost™ Technology is next level Auto-iQ&trade Technology - you can step up your smoothness with high performance blending and nutrient extraction for even smoother texture and consistency.

Auto IQ Technology:Auto-iQ™ Technology is One-Touch Intelligence - Programs designed specifically for each jar attachment. These intelligent programs combine unique, timed pulsing, blending and pausing patterns that do the work for you! Great results every time with no guesswork required!  

The best thing about the Nutri Ninja Auto-iQ Compact System is that it is multiple devices in one. It's a food processor, chopper, grinder, blender and more. The precision processing offers even chopping, smooth purees, and perfect dough consistencies. AND you can purchase a coffee grinder attachment! which is a perfect sidekick for the Ninja Coffee Bar!

For my final day of favorite things giveaways, I want to gift one of these amazing machines to one lucky reader.
What's in the box:
1100-Watt Motor Base
24 oz. Nutri Ninja® Cup 
24 oz. Double-walled
Stainless Steel Cup
48 oz. Capacity Jar
(2) Sip & Seal® Lids

Let me know in the comments below why you want to win this machine? Be sure to log your entry through the Rafflecopter widget and open up additional chances to gain entries. 
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Retail value of the Nutri Ninja Auto-iQ Compact System is $119 and available nationwide.

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Favorite Things - Seminole Hard Rock Tampa Rock Spa Massage #giveaway

For my 5th day of favorite things giveaways, I bring to you my favorite spa in Tampa. When most people think of Spa day's, going to a Casino is probably far from their minds. Well I don't want you to think that - Seminole Hard Rock Tampa offers spa experiences unlike any other and this is why the Rock Spa is my favorite spa in town.

For today's giveaway, I am giving one reader a Rock Spa Rhythm & Motion Massage. This unique experience is a musical massage and literally lets you escape the daily stress. When I get massages, I have a hard time relaxing because my brain is thinking: missed calls, missed emails, missed texts. Did I pay this bill? What if my event next week is a failure. I need to run 5 miles tomorrow. My brain doesn't turn off. When I had my first Rhythm & Motion massage, I felt as if I left the world for a while. Rock Spa has a masterfully blended soundtrack which is part of your massage table. The massage is in sync with the music and it is downright an amazing experience.

The Rock Spa at Seminole Hard Rock also has other spa treatments featuring the same technology. They have a facial called: Face the Music. A skin treatment called: Smooth Operator. A mix of all three services called: Wrap Remix.

Along with the Rhythm and Motion Services, Rock Spa offers traditional spa services including nails, hair and professional makeup. I am very fortunate to live less than 10 miles from the property and able to call on this Spa to unwind from the stress in my life.

Let me know in a comment below if you would keep this for yourself or gift it to someone special in your life. Enter through the rafflecopter widget below to open up additional entries.
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Tuesday: Rock n Roll Marathon Series Entry 

Thursday: Nutri Ninja Auto-iQ Compact System

I always try to book my treatments on Wednesdays, so I can take advantage of Council Oak's Wine Down Wednesday afterwards. An amazing glass of wine is the ultimate end to a relaxing day.

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My Favorite Things - Rock n Roll Marathon Series Giveaway, #RocknBlog 2016

Today kicks off my fourth favorite things giveaway and I am gifting you the Rock n Roll Marathon Series! I owe so much to this amazing organization. If it weren't for Rock n Roll, my blog wouldn't be where it is today.

Long before there was a Rock n Blogger program, Rock n Roll Marathon series was the first company to work with me as a blogger. I had only been blogging a short 6 months and had never run a half marathon when I reached out to them.....and they believed in me. Fast Forward to 3 years later, I have completed 5 full marathons and 13 half marathons. If it weren't for the partnership with Rock n Roll, I would have never fallen in love with the idea of Racecations (vacations themed around running events).

My favorite Rock n Roll Marathon Series event is without a doubt Rock n Roll New Orleans. It's a short trip for us (hour flight) and it gives us an excuse to visit our favorite city in the US. We ran this event for the second time in 2015 and will be back again for 2016 (the medal is of Jackson Square, where we got married).

We also did Rock n Roll DC in 2015 which was an amazing race, although our weather was not so great. It was awesome running through the Nations Capitol and being able to check out all the museums and sites post race. I would run this race again without second thought.

So today I am giving one lucky reader an entry to any of the Rock n Roll Marathon events (excluding international events). Let me know in the comment below what race you would run if you win.
Arizona: January 16-17, 2016
New Orleans: February 28, 2016
Washington DC: March 12, 2016
Dallas: March 19-20, 2016
San Francisco: April 03, 2016
Carlsbad 5000: April 02-03, 2016
Raleigh: April 09-10, 2016
Nashville: April 30, 2016
San Diego: June 03-05, 2016
Seattle: June 18, 2016
Chicago: July 15-17, 2016
Virginia Beach: September 03-04, 2016
Philadelphia: September 17-18, 2016
San Jose: October 01-02, 2016
Brooklyn: October 08, 2016
St. Louis: October 15-16, 2016
Denver: October 16, 2016
Savannah: November 05-06, 2016
Las Vegas: November 10-13, 2016
Portland: TBD
Los Angeles: TBD

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Be sure to check back with my other giveaways this week!
Wednesday: Hard Rock Tampa Rock Spa Rhythm & Motion Massage 

Thursday: Nutri Ninja Auto-iQ Compact System 

Also, if you want to be part of the Rock n Blogger family, the application process is open now through Wednesday, December 9th. Click here to apply to be part of this amazing team.

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My Favorite Things - ASICS Gel Nimbus 17 #Giveaway

For my third Favorite Things giveaway, I am bringing you my all time favorite running shoe, the ASICS Gel Nimbus 17. I started running in the Nimbus 13 and have owned every version of it since.
The shoe has evolved over the years to what I think is the perfect running shoe and if you don't believe me, Runners World awarded it the 2015 Editors Choice.

The Gel Nimbus 17 went through a major overhaul from the previous model. The shoe was built specifically for neutral runners and underpronators and has gender specific cushioning. The women's model features a lower density top layer in the midsole, allowing female athletes to better enjoy the benefits of midsole compression. The ladies version also has 3mm of additional height to help relieve Achilles tension.

The Nimbus 17 is the lightest Nimbus to date, weighing in at only 8.8 oz for ladies and 10.8oz for men. It's the best of both worlds, a cushioned lightweight shoe. This is all thanks to FluidRide® - which provides the ultimate combination of bounce back and cushioning properties with reduced weight and exceptional durability. The Nimbus 17 also offers Rearfoot and Forefoot GEL® Cushioning Systems, which reduces shock during impact and toe-off phases.

I am giving away 1 pair of ASICS Gel Nimbus 17 as part of my Favorite Things giveaway. Let me know in a comment below what your first running shoe was. Be sure to track your entry through the rafflecopter widget below. It will also open up additional ways to gain entries into the contest by visiting ASICS on Twitter and Facebook. - and be sure to check out their BESTivus holiday promotion which began today!

ASICS will offer one item each at a drastically reduced price for the next 12 days. Day 1 is Mens and Womens running jackets for up to 65% off, including my favorite, the Storm Shelter!




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Also be sure to check out the rest of week 1 Giveaways!
Tuesday: Ninja Coffee Bar
Wednesday: 1 Night Stay at Loews Don CeSar + $100 Rowe Bar Gift Certificate

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My Favorite Things - Loews Don CeSar Stay & Play #Giveaway

Since I am giving away a few of my favorite things over the next two weeks, it only makes sense to introduce you to my favorite place is in Florida! Loews Don CeSar located in St. Pete Beach.  

We are fortunate to live less than an hour from Loews Don CeSar, also known as "The Pink Palace". The Don is a historic hotel which opened in 1928. Over the years, the hotel has had many famous guests, was once home to the NY Yankees during spring training and was recently home to the filming of Bryan Cranston's Infiltrator. 

Although I have lived in FL my entire life, I still find myself in awe whenever visiting Don CeSar. Not only is the hotel gorgeous, it sits on Florida's gulf and has an incredible private beach. White sugar beaches, turquoise water and my favorite beach amenity ever - a beach chair with a flag to call your servers. Mimosa's on the beach without having to get up?

Loews Don CeSar also has a few of the best restaurants you will find in the Tampa Bay area. They have something for everyone. The foodies will rejoice at Maritana Grille where you can find tasting menu's for each season.

Seely's Arc Rabbit at Maritana Grille

You can opt for a more casual meal at Sea Porch. If you find yourself there at lunch, get the burger. You're welcome. 

Brunch Burger at Sea Porch, Loews Don CeSar

Coming in 2016 and part of a $10 million dollar renovation is The Rowe Bar, named after the Don CeSar's founder Thomas Rowe. The Rowe Bar will face the gulf and have sliding doors that will open up to the beach, offering incredible sunsets! A new mixologist-inspired cocktail and seafood menu will be offered when the Rowe Bar opens to the public in January.

For today's Giveaway, I am giving one reader a one night stay at Loews Don CeSar and a $100 Rowe Bar gift certificate!

Let me know in a comment below who you would bring to Loews Don CeSar if you won this contest. Be sure to track your entry through the rafflecopter widget below. It will also open up additional ways to gain entries into the contest by visiting Loews on Twitter and Facebook - and be sure to check out their 30 Holiday tips and tricks during the month of December!

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Also be sure to check out the rest of week 1 Giveaways!
Tuesday: Ninja Coffee Bar
Thursday: ASICS America Giveaway

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My Favorite Things - Ninja Coffee Bar #Giveaway

My favorite time of the year has officially began - when I give back to my online friends. The amazing opportunities this blog has brought on would not be here if it weren't for my readers & followers. I thank you to the moon and back for keeping me on track and interacting with me online. With that said, I have picked out six of my favorite things from 2015 to giveaway as a small token of my gratitude.

Today I am kicking off day one of My Favorite Things and it  only makes sense to start my giveaways with the machine that starts my day......The Ninja Coffee Bar!

This revolutionary Ninja Coffee Bar has become a permanent fixture in our morning routine. The machine allows you to make barista approved coffee at the convenience of your home with a technology called Thermal Flavor Extraction. This delivers a better, richer tasting coffee with variable richness levels. Each selection precisely calibrates the right flavor, richness, and strength for the beverage you want to make.

Classic Brew: Hot, rich and smooth balanced flavor
Rich Brew: Bolder, robust, more intense flavor which stands up to milk, cream and flavorings

Over Ice Brew: Brews fresh, hot coffee over ice that is 2x concentrated, so it will not get watered down
Specialty Brew: The strongest option at 3x concentrated that is perfect for cappuccino, latte and flat white. Also ideal for blended drinks.

As seen on the newer Ninja Blenders, the Ninja Coffee Bar has the Auto-iQ technology. At the touch of one button, you select the size (a cup, travel mug, half carafe, full carafe) and the machine draws the right amount of water needed from it's reservoir. I can set the machine overnight to make a full carafe of coffee or select a single cup for a cappuccino when I wake up. This is an all in one machine that has a variety of options for every kind of coffee drinker.

The retail value of the Ninja Coffee Bar is $160

My giveaway will feature:

Ninja Coffee Bar Brewer

Glass Carafe

Intelligent Warming Plate

Removable Water Reservoir with Auto-Metering

Easy Fill Brew Basket

Programmable Brew Timer

Ninja Easy Frother

Double Sided Scoop

40 Recipe Inspiration Guide

5 Year Warranty

Here are a few of the specialty drinks you can make with the Ninja Coffee Maker:

Creme de Caramel Coffee

Creamy Blueberry Coffee (my husbands favorite)

Flat White (whoop!!!)

Pumpkin Spice Late (#PSL)

Thai Iced Coffee

Coffee Martini

Let me know in a comment below what you would make if you won the machine - also, would you keep it for yourself or give it away as a gift? Be sure to track your entry through the rafflecopter widget below. It will also open up additional ways to gain entries into the contest by visiting Ninja Coffee Bar on Twitter and Facebook!

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Also be sure to check back tomorrow and Thursday for the rest of week 1 Giveaways!
Wednesday: One night Stay at Loews Don CeSar & $100 gift certificate to Rowe Bar
Thursday: ASICS America Giveaway

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My Favorite Things - Holiday Giveaway

I cannot believe today is the last day of November!!! I really hope you and your family had a blessed Thanksgiving! We rented a house in Orlando with my Husbands family, cooked up an amazing feast on Thursday and spent 5 days in Disney. While I didn't get any running in (boo), I did make up for the slack by "running" around Disney with a 5 year old, 4 year old and a  2 year old. To say we are exhausted is an understatement.

Since we spent the entire time at Disney, I never stepped foot inside of a store on Black Friday. This is a first for me and I am 100% ok with it. Speaking of Christmas shopping, I want to save you some money and time by giving away 6 of my favorite things over the next two weeks.

If you have followed this blog over the years, you will recall I did the 12 Days of Christmas giveaways. This year I am changing things up a bit. Instead of 12 giveaways, I reduced it to 6 and made those 6 items bigger and better; things I know you would love to find under the Christmas tree. Every giveaway I am doing over the next two weeks are brands I am passionate about and things I would buy friends and loved ones. If you aren't a runner, that is OK! I am doing 2 running giveaways, 2 lifestyle/travel giveaways and 2 small kitchen appliances.

The giveaways will last for two weeks, starting tomorrow, 12/1. Here is a sneak peek of what will be happening. This is not in date order, so be sure to check back daily and follow me on Instagram & Twitter for more details!

Nutri Ninja Auto-iQ Compact System
ASICS America Giveaway
1 Night Stay at Loews Don CeSar & a $100 Rowe Bar Certificate
Rock Spa Rythm & Motion Massage at Seminole Hard Rock Tampa
Ninja Coffee Bar
Rock n Roll Marathon Entry

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