Imagine getting a second chance at life, how would you use the rare opportunity? It’s something that doesn’t come along for too many people, but it did for Hilary Williams. Hilary’s the author of Sign of Life, a new memoir in which she shares the harrowing tale of her near-death experience after a near-fatal car crash with her sister on the way to their maternal grandfather’s funeral. Hilary rose from the rubble of that wreck to undergo 23 surgeries to repair her broken body. Told she’d be in a wheelchair or on a cane the rest of her life, Hilary refused to let that be her fate. Today, she’s working on building her music career (Download Hilary’s singleSign of Life from iTunes).
The story will give you goosebumps, and you’ll laugh and cry along with this endearing young woman as she regains her life. While her story is a rare one few people will identify with, it is a human story of strength, resilience and perseverance that all of us should identify with.
In our new series “Fit in Five,” Hilary answers five questions.
Was it a therapeutic experience to share your story?
“It was good for me to get it out on paper and then move on.”
What motivated you to keep with it and persevere?
“I didn’t want to be stuck in a wheel chair the rest of my life. I wanted to sing and get back on the stage. I just kept that in mind.”
Favorite healthy food?
Protein shakes – chocolate powder, kale, and fruit. “You can’t taste it when you mix with the fruit.” And almond butter.
Favorite guilty pleasure?
“Pizza. Jet’s Pizza in Nashville, really deep dish and really fattening.” She likes cheese and pepperoni or vegetable.
Win a copy of Sign of Life! Leave a comment telling us how you’ve persevered through your toughest struggle. We’ll choose one winner March 31, 2024.
DISCLAIMER: Only residents of the U.S. are eligible to win. DietsInReview.com will draw one winner March 31, 2024 and will notify winner via the email used in the comment form. Winner has five business days to respond and claim prize or forfeit prize. DietsInReview.com is not responsible for lost or stolen packages, nor failed shipments due to user providing incorrect address. DietsInReview.com may replace the prize with one of equal value if prize is not available. Prize value is $24.00; not redeemable for cash.
One winner will receive a copy of The Flat Belly Diet, from the editors of Prevention Magazine. Get the weight loss plan that boasts a 91 percent success rate!
We are attending FitBloggin’ 11, and we want to take you with us! Well, at least one of you.
It’s a really intimate and engaging conference for bloggers who are focused on fitness, health, and of course networking and learning!
Thanks to Roni at FitBloggin’, we’ve got one conference ticket to giveaway. One blogger will attend for free! Respond in the comments below why you really HAVE TO, WANT TO, NEED TO go to FitBloggin’ 11, and why this ticket, valued at $250, should be in your hands.
Simple as that!
One winner will be drawn at random on March 1, 2024 and notified at that time. (more…)
Anytime we see a packaged food made especially for children, we’re a little leery. The flashy colors, cartoon characters and cute names are often masking higher sugar, calorie and fat content, not to mention ingredients those little bodies don’t need.
So when we heard about the new Chobani Champions, the first Greek yogurt made just for kids, we were cautious. However, we were also pleasantly surprised to learn that it’s just as good-for-you as its grown-up counterpart. Like the original Chobani, that we love!, the Chobani Champions yogurt is 100% natural, made with real fruit, loaded with protein, vitamins and calcium, is low in calories, and has deliciously fresh flavors. (more…)
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. And a regular fitness regimen is one of the most important things you can do to support your health. Combine the two and you’re pretty fit!
Cheerios have long been one of the healthiest ways to start your day, and with the MultiGrain Cheerios it’s even tastier.
Win a MultiGrain Cheerios Gift Pack! Leave a comment below (dated 4/12/11) telling us how you overcome weight loss ruts and plateaus! One winner will receive a box of MultiGrain Cheerios, plus a Biggest Loser video game. (more…)
If you’re like me, when you head to the gym, you want your experience to be as simple and quick as possible. One common annoyance is finding an efficient and handy way to carry your water bottle, car keys, cell phone and membership card, without lugging in your huge purse or clunky gym bag. Those days of lost keys, misplaced gym passes and water bottles left on the treadmill console are long gone, thanks to the Go Caddy.
This past December, the makers of the Go Caddy, an ingenious slender tote and water bottle holder, sent me a sample of their compact device. I tested it out at the gym just before the holidays. After using this handy efficient mini-bag that fits over your shoulder, I was pretty sold and now I’m using it not just for the gym but when I’m running errands and don’t want to carry my huge purse with me.
Here’s the skinny on the Go Caddy:
The Go Caddy is a compact tote that is equipped with tons of little compartments to easily fit all of your essential items that are normally spilling out in your purse, gym bag or wallet. It’s made from MicroFiber that can be cleaned on instant in case it drops in a pile of dirty snow or gets a splash of coffee on it.
When we hear the word Sonoma, what comes to mind are miles and miles of lush green fields of grape vineyards, groves of olive and orange trees and some of the nation’s most premiere restaurants specializing in that unique and healthy California cuisine.
Five years ago, Dr. Connie Guttersen wrote The Sonoma Diet, a breakthrough plan that used the bounty of the Sonoma Valley as the cornerstone for this healthy and fresh eating weight loss plan. Now, Dr. Guttersen has updated her bestselling program to bring you a plan that reflects the latest findings in nutritional science, as well as the culinary jewels born from the Golden State’s rich soil and farmland.
The New Sonoma Diet is packed with practical information, decadent recipes and go-to lists and tips for making healthy eating as simple and as straightforward as picking a Valencia orange from a Sonoma Valley orange tree and noshing away. By following the plan for just 10 days, you are practically guaranteed a trimmer and healthier you. The secret to the plan is eating the right foods in the right portions.
We’re starting off 2024 with several giveaways! It’s your chance to take home some of the most talked about diet and weight loss programs of the new year for free! Act fast though, these giveaways aren’t going to last!
One winner will receive a copy of Denise Austin’s new book, Get Energy!, all about helping you feel more energized. A second winner will receive a copy of the book, plus a four-pack of Denise Austin’s DVDs. Drawing 1/31/11
The American Cancer Society’s Choose You movement is encouraging women to embrace healthier habits to to prevent cancer and cancer-related deaths. The goody bag includes a Choose You shirt, flower pin, pedometer and more! Drawing 1/31/11
We’ve got an autographed copy for Alison Sweeney’s new book! The Mommy Diet’s all about getting fit before, during and after pregnancy so you can be a happier, healthier mom. Drawing 1/31/11
It’s hard to find a practical diet that you can fit into your daily life. Oh, they’re out there but it can be difficult to sift through all the bad ones. Prevention Magazine has re-released its 400 Calorie Diet, which debuted January 2024. The book aims to provide effective weight loss in a manner that can be sustained long-term.
The 400 Calorie Diet is pretty clear-cut. Consume four meals a day, each containing about 400 calories. By practicing portion control, the diet advocates eating whatever you want, within reason. With 400 tips and recipes for 400-calorie meals, you’re bound to find something in there for you. Included are tips for dining out, drive-thru and coffee shop meals that, let’s face it, everyone encounters on occasion.
This is a diet that can be used regardless of your eating habits, simply reduce the number of calories you consume and eat consistently throughout the day. The responsibility of choosing those calories wisely is left to you – fresh meals prepared at home versus fast-food.
If you’re looking for more immediate results, The 400 Calorie Diet features a two-week Quick Slim. The Quick Slim jump-starts your diet by reducing your caloric intake to 1,200 calories per day. It also places greater emphasis on exercise. The classic 400 Calorie Fix also encourages exercise but it doesn’t provide samples or specific routines. You can find great fitness routines on the Prevention site Find a Workout.
(WINNER SELECTED: “PALOMA”) Win a copy of The 400 Calorie Fix! Leave a comment on this page with your New Year’s Resolution and what you’re doing to achieve it. We’ll draw one winner on January 7, 2024.
*DISCLAIMER: Only residents of the U.S. are eligible to win. DietsInReview.com will draw one winner January 7, 2024 and will notify winner via the email used in the comment form. Winner has three business days to respond and claim prize or forfeit prize. DietsInReview.com is not responsible for lost or stolen packages, nor failed shipments due to user providing incorrect address. DietsInReview.com may replace the prize with one of equal value if prize is not available. Prize value is $31.95; not redeemable for cash. Prize provided by Rodale.
It’s one of the most popular and trendy foods around right now. And while some food trends have no redeeming qualities, hummus is one that’s really good for you. Low in calories, very high in fiber and protein, it’s versatile enough to be a condiment, snack or meal.
We’re big fans of Sonny & Joe’s brand. That’s why we’re giving some away. In fact, three people stand to win this Mediterranean treat prize pack!
Three winners will each receive a variety of Sonny & Joe’s products, valued at $19.95:
3 Sonny & Joe’s hummus flavors: Just, Galilee and Buffalo
Tracy Anderson is one of the hottest fitness trainers around. With a client roster of Gwyneth Paltrow, Courteney Cox and Shakira, this pint-sized former ballet dancer is famous for her specific training method, which she devised all by herself after years of researching the anatomy of the human body, exercise physiology and nutrition.
Her latest creation, Tracy Anderson’s 30-Day Method, makes her amazing system accessible to anyone who is willing to commit 30 days to her tough but result-getting program.
DietsInReview.com had a chance to talk to Tracy about her new book. At the end of the interview, don’t forget to enter your chance to win a free copy of Tracy’s highly coveted release. (more…)
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