I'm a PRO + {PRObar Giveaway!}

Posted: June 3, 2012

Remember the Blend retreat, way back when?  If your memory is a little foggy, you should definitely go back and read this post...and this one:  an amazing weekend, with amazing ladies, doing amazing things! At this aforementioned retreat, I was a winner!  On the last morning after breakfast, they did a raffle and we all went home with something wonderful.  My prize happened to be an awesome PRObar hat that Dear Hubby prompty stole and an entire case of PRObars!  Cha-chinnnnnnng!  Their bars are organic, vegan, and full of wholesome ingredients.  The Double Chocolate, specifically, is described as follows:  "Give into chocolate without the guilt. Packed with organic sunflower and flax seeds plus chunks of chocolate goodness, Double Chocolate is bound to appease the chocolate lover inside."

Here's a pic of Calee, Me, and Lauren with our loot:

The bars are touted to be an actual "meal replacement"/"energy bar"... so they are a bit higher in calories than a regular granola bar.  This particular flavor comes in at 380 calories (a light meal), 9g of protein (I wish there were a few more grams of protein packed in there!), and 18g of sugar (a tad high for not being very sweet). 

They are perfect part-way through a long hike though, or when you know you're really going to be exerting yourself.  I personally enjoyed one last weekend when I went on my 3 mile hike carrying Babycakes.  I burned through waaaaaaaay more calories than I refueled with!

As for the taste, I liked the consistency a lot.  Dense, moist, but not too "sticky"... for some reason sticky granola bars really bother me! I liked the crunch of the nuts and the chocolate chips too :)

It wasn't super sweet (which I liked, but Dear Hubby didn't).  Here's a pretty close-up:

I haven't tried any of their other flavors, but hope to in the future :)  The Superfruit Slam looks yummy!

Giveaway Time!

Since the folks at PRObar were so kind to donate an entire case of Double Chocolately goodness to the Blend Retreat me and I can't possibly eat them all over the next few weeks (!), I want to share the love with you! I will randomly pick one winner to send a package of SIX PRObar Double Chocolate bars to.

TO ENTER:

So here’s what I want to know: What do you consider yourself a PRO at?  (Comment below, and be creative).

BONUS ENTRY:

Follow me on Twitter and Tweet the following: "I entered to win some @theprobar Double-Chocolate-y goodness via @nsSweetlife today! http://nosugarsweetlife.com/content/im-pro-probar-giveaway #lesssugar #moreyum" (Enter a second comment below to let me know you Tweeted!)

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I am declaring myself a PRO at:

  1. Marriage. Heh - coming up on our 8th anny, more in love, better at communicating, and truly enjoying one another!
  2. Yogurt eating.  Yep... I love me some Chobani!
  3. Weight Loss.  OK, maybe not a "pro", but an intermediate for sure.  Hey- I've lost over 50lbs; I'm doing something right!!

I can’t wait to hear your answers!

I will announce a winner on Friday, June 8th.

*Open to U.S. Residents only

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Comments

Submitted by Debi - June 3, 2012 - 12:31pm

I am a PRO at:
1. Being a wife! I recently celebrated 21 years of marriage to a wonderful godly man! I am so blessed!
2. Being a mom! My18 year old son graduated HS yesterday and is a sophomore in college with his freshman year behind him. He is alcohol, drug, tobacco free! I think I did something's right!
3. Being a 7th grade math teacher! I inspire many young minds to love math! This is our last week of school and it is a great time of reflection! I love my job!
4. Eating healthy! I have lost 12 pounds in the past 5 weeks! You have inspired me to give up sugar and I have incorporated daily juicing into my diet as well as exercise I am 41 and I feel better than ever! Thank you for sharing your journey!

Submitted by Emily - June 3, 2012 - 12:48pm

Weight loss and running training - I'm actually traveling for some races this year: 5K in Chicago and 10-miler in Orlando. I've already done a half marathon and a handful of 5Ks this year and will be doing a Road Race Series starting in July (at least 1 of 2 each of 5K, 5-miler, 10K, 10-miler, 1/2 marathon).
And, this year I'm going to enjoy my vacation time (just starting anew in June). Already have a trip to Boston planned along with my Chicago and Orlando trips coming up. I'm actually starting to use my hotel and airline points accumulated over the last 12 years.
You are such an inspiration! I love reading your posts!

Submitted by Susan - June 3, 2012 - 12:54pm

Ice cream. I know great ice cream when I see it!

Submitted by Debbie (accidently delish) - June 3, 2012 - 1:02pm

Im a pro dipper. Yup. Apples in yogurt? Dip. Pb&j sandwiches in yogurt? Dip. Pita and hummus? Double dip. And let's not get started on chips and salsa! Dangerous!

Submitted by Debbie (accidently delish) - June 3, 2012 - 1:02pm

I tweeted!!

Submitted by Matt - June 3, 2012 - 1:28pm

I've been learning how to eat right and be physically active. I've lost 50 lbs since the beginning of the year and have been able to set and achieve goals. I've learned to ask for and accept support of friends, family, websites such as this and strength from the Lord have helped me to achieve this!

Submitted by Matt - June 3, 2012 - 1:29pm

P.S. I Tweeted

Submitted by Katie @wishandwhimsy - June 3, 2012 - 1:46pm

I'm a PRO at setting an example for my family. My love for Health awareness and promotion is being seen and experienced by my family. They're incorporating some of the things I've learned about fitness and health living, without my prodding. It's been so fun to see they're lives change for better! :)

Submitted by Katie @wishandwhimsy - June 3, 2012 - 1:47pm

I tweeted about your awesome giveaway! :)

Submitted by Janet Mertz - June 3, 2012 - 3:08pm

The consumption of dark chocolate and motivating others to make changes to improve their health.

Submitted by Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries - June 3, 2012 - 5:52pm

i'm definitely a pro at eating peanut butter. ;)

Submitted by Katie Valentini - June 3, 2012 - 8:49pm

That's an awesome thing to be a pro at! it's one of my favorite past-times :)

Submitted by Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries - June 3, 2012 - 5:53pm

i follow you on twitter and tweeted!

Submitted by Laurel C - June 3, 2012 - 5:57pm

I'd say I'm a "pro" at being me! That counts, right? I think I'm good at running and academics, but I'm not sure what I would consider myself a "pro" at.....

Submitted by Laurel C - June 3, 2012 - 5:58pm

I tweeted!
https://twitter.com/pace_of_laurel/status/209402938551050240

Submitted by Jaren@Kiwi Fit Blog - June 3, 2012 - 6:05pm

I'm a pro at
1. Fusion Frenzy on xBox.
2. Roller blading and ice skating
3. Driving my Camaro

And I tweeted!

Submitted by Renata - June 3, 2012 - 6:08pm

Sunday grocery shopping! I check my groceries store's weekly ads and stock up on what's on sale for the week and always cut out coupons from both the paper and the internet for the products I buy. I then only buy that product when it's on sale and then add my coupon on top of it. Sometimes the product will end up being free if I'm lucky!

Submitted by Renata - June 3, 2012 - 6:08pm

I follow you now and tweeted your blog link!

Submitted by Katie Valentini - June 3, 2012 - 8:48pm

at eating well (most of the time), losing weight (I lost 50 lbs in about 7.5 months), and encouraging people to make a lifestyle change rather than just a diet!!

Submitted by Jennifer Lee - June 4, 2012 - 9:08am

studying! I'm currently studying for the USMLE ;)

Submitted by Heather @ Better With Veggies - June 4, 2012 - 10:21am

Creating delicious plant-based meals anywhere when eating out!! It's. A fun challenge and gets my creative juices flowing. :)

Submitted by meighan - June 4, 2012 - 10:25am

I AM A PRO AT:
1) Nutrition knowledge!! I have always been very active, but diet-wise, I was horrendous. I made 2012 MY YEAR and really looked into food content and not simply at calories. I understand what protein, carbs, & fats consist of, and to look more at INGREDIENTS than in simply numbers. I realized how much sugar can be hidden in so many products and when it is encouraged to eat certain foods at certain times. I consider my diet to be 82/18 with good/bad. I still have my weaknesses, such as struggling on the weekends and sweets, but I know I should not reward myself like a dog with food and to love my body.

Submitted by Meghan - June 4, 2012 - 10:36am

I'm a pro at living my life - No regrets, that's my mantra. I try to make sure I am living to the fullest, staying healthy and taking time out for myself and my husband.

Submitted by Meghan - June 4, 2012 - 10:38am

and Tweeted about your giveaway! :-)

Submitted by Krystal - June 4, 2012 - 10:46am

Im a pro at cleaning (love to clean) and according to my husband making the best tuna sandwiches around:)

Submitted by Monica - June 4, 2012 - 12:18pm

I am a pro at reading! I love going to the library and finding a new book to get lost in :)

Submitted by Tori K - June 4, 2012 - 5:18pm

I'd say I'm a pro at baking! My friends love the things I make, and I always bake with a little extra love : )

Submitted by Angie N - June 4, 2012 - 8:13pm

I'm a PRO at:
P - peace through my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ
R - rifling through clothes at consignment shops to find great bargains!
O - organizing closets, shelves, house, lists, etc.

Submitted by Georgiana - June 4, 2012 - 10:31pm

being a loving & giving mother as I'm always there for my daughter and we are the best of friends for life! She is my precious one and only!

Submitted by Ray - June 4, 2012 - 10:39pm

Drinking Coffee! I can drink 2 pots in one day too!

Submitted by Brittany - June 5, 2012 - 12:27pm

I'm a pro at procrastinating and eating a ton of nut butters! :) Oh, and enjoying lazy days at the beach with my hubby!

Submitted by Brittany - June 5, 2012 - 12:28pm

I tweeted!

Submitted by Amy - June 5, 2012 - 4:27pm

I would consider myself a pro at a healthy lifestyle! It hasn't been easy being a wife, mother, full-time engineer and figuring out how to live healthier, but I have managed to lose 86 lbs in the last 2 years, so I would say I have figured it out! :)

Submitted by Joanna - June 5, 2012 - 4:43pm

I'm a pro at being.....ME!!
I mean who could be a better pro at being me than me. I just turned 30 two days ago (and boy someone should have given me some warning), finished 10 years in the U.S. Navy as an Investigator, while completing my BA degree in Criminal Justice, got out the military when I had my beautiful daughter when she was 2 (could not take not being around and watching her grow) who is now 4 years old (whom I can not negotiate) I am a wife to a wonderful husband who is and has supported all my extreme eating changes (vegan now juicing...lol) and life changes and I am motivated to stay healthy and help those around me live a more healthier and happier life!! I'm a PRO at being Me and I LOVE it!! :)

Submitted by Tonya M. Campbell - June 6, 2012 - 9:47am

I am a Pro at.....

1. Being a mom to a child who is recovering from a bone marrow transplant, getting way out of shape and fat and then juicing and changing my life while juggling 4 kids and helping to heal our boy and be a great wife to my man. I have been juicing for a couple years on the minimum and now I stepped it up since March and have lost 21 pounds and still chugging. Thankful to the Lord. I juice for the boy too and love your blogs inspiration! We all need that. I started a facebook page for encouragement as well. Look up Quad Cities Juicing for health, healing and weight loss! Blessings to you and yours.

Submitted by Rebekah - June 6, 2012 - 11:27am

changing hotels. I counted last night and over the next 18 days, I will sleep in 11 beds and 1 airplane seat! All of these 'beds' are due to a combination of family weekend bike race trips and work where I'm scouting out hotels for our next meetings. Thus, over the next few weeks, I'll be sleeping in Sacramento, Angel Fire, home, airplane, Zurich, Copenhagen, home, and Crested Butte. And I'm working at being a pro at time changes :)

Submitted by Cait @ Beyond Bananas - June 6, 2012 - 5:37pm

understanding the way the 7 year old mind works! It is quite an important skill if I want to reach them as their teacher :)

Submitted by manda - June 7, 2012 - 8:44am

I am a pro at cooking!

Great giveaway!

Submitted by Deanna - June 7, 2012 - 9:42am

I am a PRO at recipe collection. Yes, I am obsessed and have thousands of them. I have every intention of making each and every one of them too. I am a true lover of food and have a passion for eating and feeding my family a variety of flavors that are also nutritious! I am so glad that I found this blog!

Submitted by valerie - June 7, 2012 - 11:37am

I tweeted!

Submitted by valerie - June 7, 2012 - 11:42am

I'm a Pro at making Brunch , napping and cleaning my juicer!

Submitted by Amber - June 7, 2012 - 11:49am

I am a pro at moving. We are in our third state in just over two years. My husband's previous employer moved us once, my employer moved us again, then we moved to leave for his new company. It has been a roller coaster, but I wouldn't change it for the world. Now, I am ready to be a pro at settling.

Submitted by Lu - May 15, 2013 - 9:56pm

I am a pro at committing to BIG things to ensure that I follow through with them. For example, I signed up to do the Ride to Montauk on June 1st (a little over two weeks out) to ensure that I will get a road bike, which I hope I will use for many years to come.

I am aspiring to be a pro at balance, and starting a food blog :)

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