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Quick At-Home Tabata Interval Workout With No Equipment Needed

February 5, 2015

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Last week I was privileged to be able to join some incredible bloggers on a dream vacation. We enjoyed sun, sand, and an incredible blog conference at sea on “The Power Of You” cruise. I was honored to be a part of such an event – I actually got to teach a class and lead a workout on the boat! Today I wanted to share that workout with all of you here on Tone and Tighten!

The two biggest challenges with this one was A) not having equipment readily available and B) working out with people of all experience levels. Never being one to back down from a challenge I came up with a pretty killer workout! No equipment necessary for this one – it’s a Tabata interval workout with bodyweight only. The cool part is you can modify all these exercises to push the absolute beginner all the way up through fitness expert! I received positive feedback from everyone who ran through this on the cruise; hope you like it as much as they did!…

Tone and Tighten is going cruising – We want you to come along!!!!!

August 1, 2014

Tone and Tighten has some pretty amazing giveaways coming up – don’t miss a single chance to enter! Sign up to get T&T right to your inbox using the black bar above.

Anchors aweigh!!!!!!

Ever been on a cruise before? Want to come with me?! I am so TOTALLY PSYCHED to be a part of this event that I want you to come with me! I’ve teamed up with the girls from Six Sisters Stuff (which was totally easy seeing as how I’m married to one of them!), Alicia from Chic on a Shoestring, and Columbus travel to bring you “The Power of You Caribbean Cruise“!! This 6 day 5 night cruise heads through the western Caribbean and includes ports in Progreso and Conzumel, Mexico. These areas are known for their beautiful waters, white sandy beaches, historic pyramids, gorgeous weather, and snorkeling. While the cruise ship is at sea, you can attend exclusive seminars taught by these lifestyle bloggers or take advantage of all the amenities that the cruise ship has to offer. It’s time to make an investment in YOU!

The best part? It’s only $289!!!! That’s less than $50 / day in the western Caribbean!!!!! Seriously – how can you afford not to?!?!

The second best part – one of you and a friend is going to come on this bad boy with us ABSOLUTELY FREE!!!!!!!!!! That’s right – we’re giving away two boarding passes so you can come be a part of all the magic totally free! All you’ve got to do… is keep reading… 🙂

Here’s what you will win:

One lucky reader and a friend of their choice will join me January 26-31, 2015, on the “Power of You” Cruise. They will be joined by the girls from Six Sisters’ Stuff, Alicia from Chic on a Shoestring, and Jared from Tone and Tighten for an amazing week of inspiring classes, beautiful cities, workouts (we gotta get our workout on!!), shopping, shore excursions, incredible food, and a relaxing vacation. We will be leaving out of Galveston, Texas, on the Carnival Triumph and will travel down to Progreso and Cozumel, where you can see old Mayan ruins, lay on the beach, snorkel, scuba dive, shop, or whatever else you want to do!

On the days we are at sea, join some of your favorite bloggers for some inspiring seminars and workshops. The purpose of this cruise is to focus on YOU and the amazing person that you are. We want you to walk away from this cruise feeling proud of yourself, who you are, and what you are doing.

So how do you enter? It’s easy!

First enter your email address USING THE FORM BELOW. This is the first step that then unlocks TONS of entry possibilities including following Tone and Tighten and these other sites on our various social media outlets (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, etc). Each “follow” is another entry! Enter as many times as you like by following these blogs and businesses who made this amazing giveaway possible.

We are selling through this cruise quickly, as the price point is so low (only $289 a person for the inside cabin!). If you are interested in purchasing your cruise passage now, please contact Columbus Travel today. To travel on this cruise with Six Sisters’ Stuff and be able to attend their exclusive seminars and group activities, this cruise must be booked through Columbus Travel. Please call 1-800-373-3328, visit Columbus Travel, or email them at info@columbusvacations.com.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What exactly do I win?
• One inside cabin for two occupants on the Power of You cruise
• Two complete Power of You seminar packages
• All dining room meals
• Access to shipboard activities
• Two tickets to the opening night reception

What if I have already given my deposit for the Power of You Cruise and I am chosen as the winner?
Your deposit will be refunded in full.

Can I win and use the cabin alone, or do I have to bring someone?
You can take whomever you want or no one at all.

If I come alone, will there be opportunities to meet other women on the cruise?
Yes. There’s a reception on the first night and during the classes. In addition, if you book early, your cabin will be by others in the Power of You group and you will also dine with them and participate in group shore excursions.

If I enter, are you going to sell my contact information?
No. Your contact information will not be sold or leased to any third-party.

Can I take my husband and if so, does he have to go to the Power of You classes?
Yes he can definitely come, but he would probably not enjoy the classes as they are geared towards women, but there are plenty of other activities on the boat.

Can I take my kids?
Yes! This is a family-friendly boat. However the classes are geared toward adult women.

What if I win but then I can’t go, can I give my award to someone else?
Yes, if Columbus Travel is notified by October 31, 2014.

If I win can I apply this towards travel credit for another trip?
No. This promotion and giveaway is for the Power of You cruise only.

If I attend the Power of You seminars will I still have time to play and relax?
Yes. The classes are not during the port excursion days and only a couple hours during “sea days” so there’s still plenty of time to do whatever you like.

Is food included?
Yes. The meals on board the ship that are included in the ship fare are included in the price of the cruise passage.

Is alcohol included in the giveaway?
No. Alcohol is an extra cost for all passengers.

Are there port excursions too?
Yes. There are group port excursions for both Progreso and Cozumel.

Are there advantages to booking early rather than later?
Yes. Cabins are available on a “first come, first serve” basis and at this price they are selling quickly. Also, if you order later you may not be grouped with other Power of You cruisers during dinner and your cabin may not be by others in the group.

Do I need a passport?
Yes. You are going to Mexico and need a passport, but Mexico also accepts a passport card, which is less expensive.

How many suitcases can I bring?
Each person is allowed up to 200 pounds of personal luggage on board. However, if you are traveling by air, the airline will allow up to two checked bags under 50 pounds each, but check with your particular airline.

Do I need to dress up to go to dinner on the cruise?
There is a “formal” night on the cruise where men are expected to wear suit/jacket and a tie and women are to wear a dress. Other than that, you can wear casual clothes (one night of dressing up is fun!).

Will I need an electrical converter?
The current on board is 110 volts AC. However, some high-voltage hair dryers, electric rollers and electric razors may require a converter. Hair dryers are provided in each cabin.

What about guests with special needs?
Carnival Cruises welcomes guests with special needs. Of course, it’s best to give advance notice in order to accommodate special needs.

Is there a doctor on board?
A physician and nurse are on each ship to provide medical care and services at customary charges. Commonly used medications are kept on board and may be prescribed by the ship’s physician.

Can I go on the cruise if I am pregnant?
Carnival Cruises will make every effort to accommodate you, providing you have not entered the 24th week of pregnancy when the cruise ends.

What if I need to stay in touch while away?
All of the Carnival ships have computer terminals you can rent by the hour at the Internet Café. You can also use telephone, telex, radiogram or fax to anywhere in the world and be billed at applicable ship-to-shore rates.

What about tipping on the boat?
There isn’t cash tipping of attendants during the cruise, you are however charged a daily

Official Rules of this Giveaway:

This promotion is sponsored and administered by Columbus Travel, Six Sisters’ Stuff, Chic on a Shoestring, and Tone and Tighten and is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Carnival Cruises, Pinterest, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or YouTube. We hereby release Carnival Cruises, Pinterest, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube of any liability.

This giveaway will run for seven days, starting Thursday, July 31st at 12:00 AM MST and ending Thursday, August 7th at midnight MST. To qualify your contest entries you must have subscribed to and confirmed your subscription to the email list of Columbus Travel, Six Sisters’ Stuff, Chic on a Shoestring, and Tone and Tighten with a valid and active email address. Each follow of the social media channels of the four contest sponsors will constitute one (1) entry into
the contest. Each deposit for passage on the Power of You cruise paid before the contest ends will constitute nine (9) entries into the contest. If you are chosen as the winner on the contest your deposit will be fully refunded by Columbus Travel.

Once the giveaway contest ends, winner will be chosen using Random.org and then verified that the winner has subscribed to the email list of all four contest sponsors. The winner will then be contacted within 24 hours by the email provided. Winner will need to respond within 48 hours to claim their prize or another winner will be chosen. This post will then be updated with the winner’s name once we have heard back from them. This “Power of You Cruise” contest is open worldwide, except in Puerto Rico and anywhere else prohibited by law. Winners must be of full legal age in the jurisdiction in which they live. Prize pack includes cost of “Power of You” cruise passage for two people in one inside cabin, two complete seminar packages, all dining room meals included with a paid fare, access to shipboard activities included with a paid fare, and two tickets to the opening night reception (retail value $748). All taxes, cruise fees and gratuities, airfare, shore excursions, and any other additional or personal expenses will not be covered by the giveaway.

By providing your email address as the required entry, you will be added to the email subscription lists of Columbus Travel, Chic on a Shoestring, Six Sisters’ Stuff, and Tone and Tighten. Your email address will never be sold to a third party or anyone else. You have the option to unsubscribe from any of these lists at any time, however, if you are not subscribed at the time the winner is chosen, you will not be able to win this prize.

If you have any questions please feel free to comment below or email me at ToneandTightenFitness@gmail.com

Good luck everyone! Can’t wait to see you there!!

Make it happen,

Jared

By Jared Beckstrand

To view the rest of this post, be sure to head over to www.tone-and-tighten.com.

Have a great day!

Jared

Join me for “The Power of You” Caribbean Cruise!

September 26, 2013

(Scroll down for the 10 Minute CROSSFIT Workout and the 10 Minute Arm Workout)

Sometimes daily life can be overwhelming and the best thing that you can do for yourself is take a little break.

There would be no better place to relax, reconnect, and realize how amazing you are then in the Caribbean!

The girls from Six Sisters’ Stuff, Alicia from Chic on a Shoestring, Jared from Tone and Tighten and Columbus Travel are excited to announce the “Power of You” 7 Day Cruise!

Sail away to paradise aboard the fabulous Norwegian Epic cruise ship. You will love visiting the amazing ports of the Western Caribbean- climbing the world famous Dunn’s River Falls in Ocho Rios, Jamaica; visiting the majestic Chacchoben Mayan Ruins in Costa Maya, Mexico; and swimming with beautiful and exotic sea life while snorkeling in Cozumel, Mexico.

While at sea, you may attend exclusive seminars taught by the Six Sisters, Alicia, and Jared or take advantage of the many incredible world class attractions and amenities aboard your beautiful ship. So pull up a lounge chair, sit back and relax with your favorite bloggers. Paradise awaits!!

This trip would be so much fun for a vacation with your girlfriends, sisters, or even your entire family (including kids)! The ship is a family-friendly cruise with a kid’s center and teen disco. There are complimentary youth programs on this freestyle cruise, which mean you can do what you want, when you want. All dining options and activities are completely up to you (no assigned seating with strangers!)- so be ready for the most relaxing and refreshing trip of your life!

Dates of the cruise:

March 2-9, 2014 Departs from Miami, Florida

Ports of Call:

Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Leave your cares behind and let your stress fade away in the island sun. From the lively reggae music to the famous food and unforgettable landscape, Ocho Rios has fun for all. The golden beaches, swaying palm trees and fragrant air are just a prelude to what surrounds this beautiful city. Within the nearby jungle covered mountains is the magnificent world renowned Dunn’s River Falls, the towering, lush foliage of the tropical rainforest, Fern Gully and the untouched beauty of the hidden paradise of the White River.

Costa Maya, Mexico

If you’re looking for adventure with endless possibilities in an unspoiled environment, then Costa Maya is just what you’re looking for. This coastal paradise in the Yucatan features stunning beaches with soft sand and blue skies. Travel to see ancient Mayan ruins in this region rich with archaeological sites. Swim with a plethora of sea life as you snorkel near the second largest barrier reef in the world. Stop in one of the quaint little restaurants and enjoy some wonderful authentic Mexican cuisine. See why Costa Maya is quickly becoming a favorite spot for those seeking some fun in the sun off the beaten path.

Cozumel, Mexico

The island of Cozumel off the tip of the Yucatan Peninsula continues to be known for its fantastic fishing, snorkeling and diving opportunities. Cozumel is home to a variety of beautiful natural, white sand beaches that are perfect for relaxing and soaking up the sun. Visitors also spend much time snorkeling off the rocky vistas and fanciful coral reefs. Despite the growth of tourism in recent years, the island and its only town, San Miguel, retain much of their original warmth and charm.

The Ship: Norwegian Epic

“Travel Weekly” voted Norwegian Epic “Best Cruise Ship” in 2011 & 2012. Norwegian Epic is the ship of choice for those sailing to the Caribbean and Europe. Those sailing on Norwegian Epic will experience Freestyle Cruising on a truly grand scale.

From traditional fine dining to endless buffets with custom order action stations, there is a host of delicious options included in your cruise fare.

Cruise Fare:

Inside Cabin: $679 per person; Balcony Cabin: $999 per person; Mini Suite: $1109 per person

(all rates based on double occupancy)
Government taxes and fees of $114.51 per person are not included.

Pre-cruise Hotel: $139 per person

Price includes one night stay at Courtyard Miami Airport, transfer to ship, and room taxes.

To Make Reservations:

A deposit of $250 per person on cruise and a $50 pre-cruise hotel is required to make reservations. Cabins often sell out, so for the best selection make your reservation early. Final payment is due December 9, 2013.

Please call 1-800-373-3328, visit Columbus Travel, or email them at info@columbusvacations.com.

Not included in price: Airfare to port, return ground transportation, items of personal nature, gratuities and shore excursions
For more information and details, please click here.

Seminars: Priced as noted or purchase entire package for $100

I am so excited to be part of this cruise, where I will be teaching classes such as

10 Minute CROSSFIT Workout
(Click HERE for the workout!)

10 Minute Arm Workout
(Click HERE for the workout!)

On-board seminars include (seminar pricing is below):

Seminar prices are as noted on the brochure (click here to read brochure- some of the classes are included in your cruise fare) or you may purchase the Seminar Package for $100. All seminars will be taught on days we are at sea.

About the bloggers on the cruise:

Alicia is the founder of “Chic on a Shoestring”– a style and wardrobe consulting company.

As a trained wardrobe stylist, Alicia’s worked with the Clinton Kelly from “What Not to Wear,” sits on the Macy’s Advisory Board and recently taught all the First Ladies in the country at the National Governors’ Association annual meeting, but she still has a very practical approach to you, your body and your closet. “You have a shopping list when you go to the grocery store, you should also have a plan for your wardrobe,” she often tells her clients. At the heart of her wardrobe strategy is teaching REAL women with REAL bodies how to identify the most flattering clothes for their body shape to find their personal best. Since founding her company in 2003, Alicia has been a regular on TV with a weekly wardrobe segment for the last ten years on both the ABC and CBS television affiliates. Then in 2005 she combined her love of travel and bargain shopping into “Chic” shopping tours with regular excursions to China, New York and Italy. Alicia completed a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Clothing and Textiles from Brigham Young University. She and her husband stay very busy raising four children.

Camille is the oldest of the six sisters from the popular blog, Six Sisters’ Stuff. Camille graduated with a degree in elementary education, but decided that she really enjoyed working in retail and managing a business, so she never actually taught school (although she swears she uses her education every day raising her children). Camille loves being a stay-at-home mom, but always wanted to do something to help pay the bills. Before blogging, she ran a successful online eBay store and helped put her husband Jared through Physical Therapy school. When her sisters started blogging, she put her store on hold to see if they could make something happen with the blog. She has loved watching it grow into what it is today because of the family’s hard work and determination. Blogging has opened many doors and Camille is now a regular contributor on a couple local lifestyle TV shows, has done multiple radio, newspaper, and magazine interviews across the country and the sisters just finished writing their second cookbook after their first book was a #1 best-seller on Amazon. In her spare time, she loves to go to the gym, read, catch up on TV shows with her husband spend time with her three children.

Stephanie is the 4th of six sisters from Six Sisters’ Stuff.

She recently graduated from Utah State University with a degree in Communication Studies. She is now the full time Social Network Specialist for SixSistersStuff.com and loving every minute of it (the sisters consider her to be a social media master)! She recently married her best friend Andrew and they are loving life as newlyweds! Steph loves reading and will sometimes disappear for hours just reading a book. She also loves running and has completed numerous half marathons, Ragnar Relays, and recently ran her first full marathon last fall. She keeps up with her favorite shows New Girl and Grey’s Anatomy faithfully.

The sisters are excited to share their expertise about blogging, strategies for meal planning, how to bring your family together, family dinner ideas, and other ideas to help you realize how incredible you are and what you are capable of.

Jared is a physical therapist and the guy behind the fitness blog, Tone and Tighten.

With a doctorate degree in physical therapy, a bachelor’s degree in exercise science, and a career that focuses on exercise prescription, Jared knows what it takes to be fit. He also understands that many people don’t have a lot of time to workout or don’t know where to start, so he decided to focus his website on real fitness for real people. He shares his ideas for quick workouts that will have you sweating in a matter of seconds and teaches you what it takes to reach your fitness goals.

Jared is married to Camille, the oldest of the sisters from Six Sisters’ Stuff and many of his workouts are inspired by her. After having three kids, Camille wanted a way to get back in shape and lose her baby weight and Jared wrote a couple programs to help her do that. After sharing his workouts and programs with friends and patients, the requests for more kept coming, which helped him decide to start his blog so that his workouts could be used by anyone looking to become fit and stay fit.

Jared loves to be active- skiing, golfing, exercising, weight lifting, biking, and spending time with his family are his greatest passions in life. He is excited to share with you his strategies for squeezing fitness into your daily routine, tips for healthy eating, and workouts that you have you toned and tightened in no time!

This cruise is brought to you by Columbus Travel– the best travel deals on the planet!
Not only do they specialize in cruises, but also Disney vacations, Disney cruises, escorted tours around the world, and so much more!

Be sure to check them out as you plan your next vacation.

We hope to see you there!!!

PS Stay tuned for a fun cruise giveaway coming up in the next few weeks and be sure you follow our Six Sisters’ Caribbean Cruise Pinterest Board for all the latest information about the cruise!

To view the rest of this post, be sure to head over to www.tone-and-tighten.com.

Have a great day!

Jared