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Product Review: EAS Myoplex Carb Sense Nutrition Shake

While I rarely turn to pre-packaged shakes for my breakfast, I was thankful for the new EAS Advantage Carb Control shake today. As I rushed through the lockeroom this morning after my spin class I realized that I had NO time for breakfast between the gym and my meeting with the fashion house downtown. Unfortunately, I am not a person who can substitute caffeine for food and I also knew that this breakfast would have to be eaten in the cab or as I was dashing to the subway. Luckily, Equinox features a fabulous cafe, CityChow, inside which I reviewed here. They offer more healthy breakfast options than almost any other cafe I’d seen. Unfortunately, this morning the line was quite long for the traditional breakfast options. In haste and desparation, I grabbed an EAS shake knowing that at least the protein inside would hold me over until 10:30.
When I finally sat down in the cab I saw that I had actually grabbed an EAS Myoplex Carb Sense shake. I had never seen this one before but the pack quickly advertised some great statistics such as only 150 calories and 25g of protein! While I normally have at least 300 calories for my breakfast, this option was a perfect snack until I could enjoy my oatmeal back at the office. Upon opening I was pleasantly surprised by the flavor and portability. The shake features a small mouth opening which guards against unruly spills. The vanilla flavor was less chalky than I was expecting and reminded me of a Carnation Instant Breakfast. Even more impressive was the nutritional information:
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Total Calories 150

Calories From Fat 30
Total Fat 3.5 g 5%
Saturated Fat 0 g 0%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 15 mg 5%
Sodium 430 mg 18%
Potassium 490 mg 14%
Total Carbohydrates 5 g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2 g 8%
Sugars 1 g
Show Net Carbs
Net Carbs
Minus Fiber 3 g
Protein 25 g 50%
Vitamin A 25%
Vitamin C 100%
Calcium 20%
Iron 6%
Vitamin E 45%
Vitamin K 25%
Thiamin (B1) 25%
Riboflavin (B2) 25%
Niacin (B3) 25%
Pyridoxine (B6) 25%
Folic Acid 40%
Cyanocobalamin (B12) 25%
Biotin 25%
Pantothenic Acid 30%
Phosphorus 40%
Iodine 25%
Magnesium 25%
Zinc 35%
Selenium 25%
Copper 8%
Manganese 30%
Chromium 35%
Molybdenum 25%

I was thrilled by the fact that this contained 0 saturated fat and only 1 g sugar. In addition, it also provided 27 vitamins and nutrients due to the calcium in the protein blend. I realize that the ingredient list is longer than i’d like to believe. The contains less than 2% portion has over 20 things listened many of which end in -lose and -cose. But, as an on the run snack in a pinch, it was absolutely perfect! I could also see myself using this as a recovery drink after a long workout if I wasn’t at home.  If you’re interested in learning more about EAS or sampling their products, you can click here for a free sample!

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Better Late than Never!

Last week, I received an email from Equinox advertising their latest member/guest event, The Breakfast Club.
Jump start your day and enjoy a complimentary workout, heart healthy breakfast and blood pressure testing.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16TH


EQUINOX FITNESS CLUBS


6:00AM-10:00AM


Fitness is more fun with a partner, so bring a friend along.


Sponsored by: Pom Wonderful, MixmyGranola

I was immediately excited as I’m probably the last health and fitness blogger to sample Pom Juice and MixmyGranola. I’ve seen these brands multiple time on other sites and even in store but haven’t sampled them. In addition, I was hoping to bring a friend to the event to enjoy a morning spin class.

Yesterday’s event did not disappoint! After a fabulous spin class and shower I headed out to the lobby to investigate the goods. There were multiple brands represented: Pom Wonderful, MixmyGranola, and Tea & Honey Store.

Mix My Granola:

For those of you who haven’t sampled this amazing idea before, Mix My Granola prides themselves on allowing consumers to design their own granola from more than 75 healthy and delicious ingredients. In addition, you can also choose from their pre-mixed formulas such as the Equinox mix. Most granolas range from $7-$10 per container. While this is expensive, I think it’s important to keep in mind that you are able to customize it exactly to your palate! I love this site and plan to order something very soon! In addition, their site is VERY user friendly
This brand was giving out small single serving portions of their Equinox braneded “Heart Healthy Granola” mix. This blend included whole rolled oats, crisp rice, honey, cranberries, almond, coconut, and more. I was only able to grab one pack since they were handing them out but it was absolutely delicious! It was the perfect mix-in yesterday when blended with my afternoon snack: Fage 0% and sugar free apricot preserves.
Even better, MixMyGranola has been so kind as to offer Healthy, Happier readers 10% off their order by entering the code: GRANOLA10 at checkout!

The Tea and Honey Store carries a unique assortment of robust and flavorful teas and honeys. Our intimate and vibrant shop in New York City’s Grand Central Terminal strives to provide exotic and delicious teas from across the globe alongside a selection of gourmet, unprocessed honeys.
Along with our own The Tea & Honey Store line of carefully selected organic teas and locally produced honey from the Hamptons Honey Company, we offer a variety of exclusive tea lines from the best tea houses and apiaries in the United States and France.
Yesterday they were handing out different Le Palais Des Thes tea bags. I was able to snag one chai and one The des Sables, a green tea. This green tea was absolutely divine yesterday morning and quickly warmed me up after the 10 block walk in the snow and cold. The flavor is softer than your average green tea due to the citrus infusion. In addition, I highly recommend their honey selection as every Equinox member who sampled it immediately broke out in “ooohs, yumms, and this is amazing” They have a great online shop as well which features their offerings!
For the local NYC readers, I will continue to post events such as this on the blog so you can have the opportunity to try Equinox for free! Until then, I highly suggest trying some of these great brands!
Also, hop on over to www.shapeupnyc.com to join me for a free kettlebell class next week!
 

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So fresh and so clean, clean

Tuesday night my friend Elizabeth and I met for an evening workout class at Equinox’s Birthday celebration at their 63rd and Lexington location. I was so excited to bring Elizabeth since the celebration and gym were open to guests as well as members. As soon as we entered, a Kiehl’s table greeted us. The table was filled with over 100 small size samples including Acai Damage Reparing Serum, Light Weight Body Lotion, and Facial Fuel. Kiehl’s and Equinox have a great partnership including stocking all NYC Equinox gyms with Kiehl’s products. This is a huge benefit for members as it allows me to use the gym products instead of lugging shampoo, body wash, and lotion back and forth each day. Their products are all natural and good for the body!
Yesterday and today I used facial fuel during my morning gym shower. The name, Facial Fuel, is perfect as the formula truly energizes and wakes up my skin. It cleanses with a mixture of caffeine, menthol, and vitamin E which invigorates while refreshing the skin. This product is for all skin types and did not leave my skin feeling tight or dry. In addition, it removed my makeup which is one benefit I rarely find in other natural facial products such as Burt’s Bees. I this week’s workout reward will be a Kiehl’s purchase from the Equinox store after tomorrow night’s yoga class in the village with Lauren!
What is your favorite face cleanser? Do you normally use the gym shampoo and products or bring your own?
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