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    Blog Posts by Ashley Laurel

    • Fitness DVDS to try for reshaping your life in 2012

      By Ashley Laurel | Get It Guide – Mon, Jan 9, 2012 8:37 PM EST

      I describe my fitness level as: Semi-active.
      I exercise: A few times a week/when I can.
      My usual reaction to fitness DVDs is: Neutral. I much rather attend a class in person or work out with a friend until I get the hang of something. My second choice is to use a fitness DVD or Internet fitness find.

      Jackie Werner Crunch-Free Xtreme Abs

      On a scale of barely sweat to totally-kick-butt, this workout is: Kick butt!
      The equipment I needed was: A small weight and a mat.
      The next day I felt: Sore and happy about it!
      The instructor was: Likeable and motivating without being too crazy (I don't like being yelled at).
      I'd recommend this DVD to: Those looking to shed holiday weight around the middle or get back into a bikini-ready body.
      I would do this workout again: I'm always looking for new ab workouts so this DVD gave me some more options to incorporate into my current routine. My abs are one of my top target areas when I work out so this is a helpful DVD to keep around.

      Zumba Fitness Total Body

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    • Toy review just in time for the holidays

      By Ashley Laurel | Get It Guide – Mon, Dec 12, 2011 1:14 PM EST

      Monster High dolls

      The price of this toy is: I wouldn't pay anything for this.
      This toy would be great for: Nobody I can think of.
      The benefits of this toy seem to be: The names of the dolls are clever and the male doll is the least tacky.
      The downsides are: Too tacky and too creepy.
      This toy reminds me of: A creepy 'Saved By the Bell' meets 'Teen Werewolf' meets 'Bratz.'
      I would buy this for: No, I really wouldn't.

      Air Swimmers

      The price of this toy is: Fair.
      This toy would be great for: Children interested in nature or perhaps adults at a party acting silly. (Who *doesn't* like animals?)
      The benefits of this toy seem to be: Simple to clean up, easy to setup, easy to play with indoors or out, appropriate for any age to see, cute factor, and the box displays clown fish facts so children learn something.
      The downsides are: Children might grow tired of this type of toy in too short of a period of time. They can't build it, snuggle with it, or easily bring it to school in a backpack for the day.

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    • Comparative trouser jean shopping for tall girls

      By Ashley Laurel | Get It Guide – Thu, Dec 1, 2011 9:12 PM EST

      undefinedStyle: Trouser.

      My body type is: Tall and svelte.

      Lucky Brand

      Fit: Just perfect.
      Texture/color is: Dark navy blue so I can go from day to night.
      Make me feel: Stylish, without trying too hard.
      Would wear to: Everywhere. I'd wear these jeans every day if I could. In fact, I've owned these jeans for a few months now and am still getting compliments!
      I'd recommend to: Any girl who has my build, in heels.
      I feel the price is: Spot on.

      True Religion

      Fit: I tried on two pairs and both were way too tight on me!
      Texture/color is: Can I say blinged-out here? Overall, these jeans are just too much unless you're in a place like Hollywood or New York City. I was able to find a pair that fit my personality after a bit of digging.
      Make me feel: Like a pop princess.
      Would wear to: A concert.
      I'd recommend to: My first thought was Britney Spears because some pairs I looked at had serious bling.
      I feel the price is: Too much!

      Levi's

      Fit: Too loose around the middle.
      Texture/color is: Comfortable. The type of jean

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