Gifts for the Rich and Shameless We thought we’d add this category because we didn’t want to leave out the Donald Trumps of the world. We decided to include in our holiday gift guide, outlandish and extravagant gifts, and the above definitions describe these gifts to a tee. Need a $30,000.00 doll house? Or maybe you’d like to carry that $120,000.00 purse to the inaugural ball. Well, here is the place to look for that one-of-a-kind gift fit for royalty. 1942 Willys MB Junior Replica
Price: $9,900 What child wouldn’t want his own Jeep from F.A.O. Schwarz? He can read about big wheels and tonka toys when the stock market crashes. Since Christmas is just around the corner, don’t forget to run out and pick up this fun Willys MB Junior Replica. One of these babies will soften the blow of junior’s acceptance into his new military school. Bugatti Veyron – 2nd Legal Fastest Car Price: $1,192,057
Hermes Matte Crocodile Birkin Bag
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Month: May 2011
Belli Pregnancy Products
Belli Pregnancy Products is the world’s safest skincare line available for pregnant women and their babies and come highly recommended by leading obstetricians across the country. All products use the best ingredients with aroma and massage therapy for a holistic and wellness approach. Check out the following pregnancy products below.
For the Mom:
Elasticity Belly Oil helps protect against stretch marks. The oil features Gotu Kola Extract, Vitamin E and Collagen Hydrolysates. Lavender and sweet almond soothe and calm the senses, nourish and moisturize to help prevent stretch marks. Price $42 (4 oz).
Acne Clearing Facial Wash is an exfoliating wash to help clear up acne, leaving your skin clear and refined without over-drying. Belli’s breakthrough formulation is the first to safely 
address pregnancy-related acne, using lactic acid, an ingredient found naturally in the body. Price $22 (6.7 oz).
Pampered Pregnancy Body Wash is the safest daily cleanser for pregnancy. Some of the ingredients include green tea and cucumber with the relaxing aromatherapy of lavender and chamomile. Price $18 (14.35 oz).
Anti-Chloasma Facial Sunscreen SPF 25 is a facial hydrator and sunscreen that leaves you protected and feeling comfortable all day. Its ingredients guard against UVA rays and chloasma–dark brown splotchy areas on the face that occur in 70% of pregnant women. The ingredients include zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, natural humectant glycerine and is oil free. This lightly tinted product blends in with all skin types. It can be worn alone or under makeup. Price $24 (2 oz).
Skin Smoothing Body Exfoliator is filled with anti-oxidants and anti-inflammatory ingredients, ridding the skin of dead cells to reveal healthy skin. It features green tea, ginseng, and peppermint oil. Price $24 (6.7 oz).
All Day Moisture Body Lotion deeply moisturizes, comforts, and soothes dry, itchy skin 
with uplifting qualities, which includes aroma therapy to calm upset stomachs. Chamomile softens and refreshes. Price $25 (14.35 oz).
Foot Relief Cream is an aroma therapeutic and anti-bacterial moisturizing massage treatment that comforts swollen tired feet and relieves calf cramps. Ingredients include peppermint, tee tree oil, and shea butter. After using this product, feet are left feeling cool and refreshed. Price $18 (6.7 oz)
Other Belli Products:
Baby Products include shampoos, lotions, baby powder, diaper rash cream, and a complete baby gift set with all the baby products. Prices range from $12 – $32.
Belli Motherhood Products consist of Eye Brightening Cream, Stretchmark Minimizing Cream, Body Firming Serum, Pure Comfort Nursing Cream, Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer, and Surgical Scar Reducer. Prices range from $6 – $34.
Belli Pregnancy has set the standard for prenatal safety in the industry as the only skincare line in the world to perform ongoing screening of each ingredient. The medical director works with CARE Northwest to exclude ingredients linked to birth defects. Many published studies show links
between common skincare ingredients and birth defects when taken orally or systematically. Skincare ingredients are often absorbed into the bloodstream in small amounts and can be easily passed into the fetal circulation. Belli’s exclusive teratology screening process helps moms err on the side of caution by avoiding the following red-flagged ingredients: Vitamin A, salicylic acid, oxybenzone, glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide, aloe vera, caffeine, and rosemary. These ingredients are excluded from Belli Pregnancy Products.
To learn more about Belli Pregnancy Products , visitwww.belliskincare.com.
Reviewed by Kaylene Peoples
Lucky Me Tees
Lucky Me Tee
There’s nothing like a soft great fitting tee-shirt to brighten someone’s day, especially when the message reflects the recipient. That’s why Lucky Me Tee is the perfect gift this holiday season. The comfortable yet affordable tee-shirts are well-designed and range in color and size, fitting mommies and babies alike.
Long Sleeve T-Shirts are v-neck and sheer rib tees, featuring longer body length and slim fit silhouette. They’re made of 98% cotton and 2% Spandex super soft knit and are available in black and white, retailing for $46. Other items in the collection include Tank Tops in pink, retailing at $36; Baby Number Long Sleeve T-shirts, designed for easy on-and-off in gray, retailing at $26; Hoodies, which are sweatshirts made of 50% cotton and 50% polyester, in navy, retailing for $50; and finally, Tote Bags, perfect for any outdoor occasion or a long weekend getaway. The tote has contrast straps, side panels with water-resistant lining for easy cleaning, and an outside pocket with velcro closure and inside pocket flap. Made of 100% cotton and comes in Natural/Fuchsia, retailing for $34.
Lucky Me Tee was founded by mother-of-three Marlo Moleski, whose designs are cutting
edge, providing moms the opportunity to flaunt motherhood on a trendy tee. For more information, please visit www.luckymetee.com.
Reviewed by Kaylene Peoples
The Ultimate Receiving Blanket
The Ultimate Receiving Blanket
This large square 42″x 42″ multi-use blanket is an award-winning design. It could be used as a play mat, privacy throw, sun shield, and more. This receiving blanket is 100% preshrunk, super soft, and certified organic cotton flannel, all designed by an RN and mother, and made in the USA.
My inspiration for SwaddleDesigns came from many sources: the love of my mom as she carefully wrapped my children in blankets she had sewn for me; the knowledge of many wonderful reasons why swaddling is important; and the discovery that many of my friends and family did not know how to swaddle effectively, couldn’t remember how to swaddle, or didn’t have the right kind of blanket to bundle their babies.
-Lynette Damir
The idea to design the Ultimate Swaddling Blanket was born when Lynette Damir shopped 
for blankets for her friends and family. She found the blankets were too small, not the right shape or material, and too fancy, slippery or too thick.
The blanket includes a special Tip Tag to help parents master the art of swaddling:
- Wrap baby snuggly, but not so tight as to impede breathing;
- Baby may self-soothe when hands are within reach of mouth;
- Baby’s knees and hips should be slightly bent;
- Etc. . . .
The Ultimate Receiving Blanket is a great gift and an everyday essential, designed to nurse, and is much larger than the average receiving blanket. It outlines the many benefits of swaddling your baby.
The entire SwaddleDesigns collection also includes the following:
1. Baby Burpies, which are handy when burping your baby and cleaning up messes;
2. Baby Lovie, a soft security blanket which absorbs parents’ scent to help baby bond with
his/her blanket.
Many parents of newborns just love SwaddleDesigns, Ultimate Receiving Blankets, Baby Burpies, or Lovie. The list includes Angela Jolie and Brad Pitt, Marcia Cross, Gwenyth Paltrow, Geena Davis, Kim Fields, and Debra Messing.
You can purchase these products online or in stores. For a list of retailers, visit www.swaddledesigns.com.
Reviewed by Kaylene Peoples
You Too Can Afford Great Style—Jane Marvel
| You Too Can Afford Great Style—Jane Marvel
The collection consists of computer bags, satchels, duffel bags, and more. With the economy the way it is, purchasing an affordable handbag is definitely the way to go. Currently, Jane Marvel offers a free gift with every bag. So, ladies, husbands, grown The collection comes in all colors, which means mixing and matching, ladies, and the bags are reasonably priced. Jane Marvel has been featured in O Reviewed by Kaylene Peoples |
Holiday Jewelry from under $100.00 to under $300.00 from Ice.com
Looking for the right jewelry can be tricky during the holiday seasons. Deciding what to wear for Christmas and New Year’s parties can be a real challenge, but matching your outfit with the right accessory could prove to be even more daunting when you have no idea where to shop. Ice.com provides a vast selection of seasonal jewelry under $100 to $300. It fits any budget and looks amazing, too. Ice.com has had some of their trendiest jewelry selections featured in Lucky, InStyle, Good Housekeeping, Harper’s Bazaar, and have appeared on “Dr. Phil,” “Desperate Housewives,” and Spiderman 3.
Ice.com offers an array of colors and styles.
Jewelry under $100.00:
Silver Belle – These accessories allow for a sleek and elegant winter look.
Sterling Silver Grey Quartz, Hermatite and Grey Pearl Necklace
Sterling Silver Diamond Earrings
Sterling Silver Geometric Pendant w/Chain
Silver Bracelet: Sterling Silver Fancy Link
Sterling Silver Turquoise Ring
Winterberry – Warm and vibrant, these pieces are inspired by Winterberry reds and evenings by the fire.
Sterling Silver Red Onyx Bead Drop Necklace
5/8 Carat Garnet and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Flower Earrings
Sterling Silver Red Onyx Bead Drop Necklace
14k Yellow Gold Red Jade and Ruby Elephant Pendant w/Chain
11 Carat Garnet Sterling Silver Pendant w/Chain
14K Yellow Gold Red Coral Freshwater Pearl Earrings
Gifts under $200.00:
Blue Satin – These majestic blue selections have deep dramatic hues.
Sapphire and Diamond Ring: 14K White Gold ½ Carat
1 1/3 Carat Graduating Sapphires and Diamond Drop Earrings in 14K White Gold
Sapphire Bracelet: Sterling Silver 29 Carats
Joya 1/5 Carat Diamond and Sterling Silver Ladies Watch with Blue Snake Strap
Sapphire and Diamond Ring: 14K White Gold 7/8 Carat
Stardust – Sparkling Snow-like Diamonds and Zirconia
Sterling Silver Zirconia Necklace
9 ½ Carat White Topaz and Diamond 14K White Gold Earrings
1/10 Carat Diamond 14K White Gold Star Pendant w/Chain
26 Carat Sky Blue Topaz Sterling Silver Bracelet
Gifts under $300.00:
Golden Glow
Turkish Glass Bead 14K Gold Bracelet
11 ¾ Carat Diamond 14K Two Tone Gold Pendant w/Chain
2 ¾ Carat Citrine and Orange Sapphire 14K Two Tone Gold Earrings
5/8 Carat Citrine, Fire Opal and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring
1/6 Carat Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ladies Ring
Christmas Green – Emeralds capturing the essence of Christmas – the quintessential holiday gift.
¾ Emerald and Diamond 14K White Gold Multi Circle Pendant w/ Chain
1 ¾ Carat Emerald 14K Yellow Gold Ring
1/6 Carat Diamond and 1/3 Carat Emerald 14K White Gold Earrings
7/8 Carat Tsavorite and Diamond 14K White Gold Heart Ring w/Black Rhodium
1/3 Carat Emerald and Diamond 14K White Pendant w/Chain
Visit www.ice.com for more information.
Affordable Household Life-Saving Gifts!
Affordable Household Life-Saving Gifts!
Roomba cleans routinely so you don’t have to. With the touch of a button, Roomba automatically vacuums carpets and hard floors on its own!
- Roomba 400 Series
- Covers 2 rooms on a single battery charge
My neighbor across the street has two shedding dogs and her house is all hardwood floors. I could not understand how she kept her floors so clean and free of dog hair. I have one short-haired dog that sheds, and I have to vacuum my hardwood floors at least every other day. Recently, I popped in at my neighbor’s house and discovered her secret! There was a disc-shaped motorized robot quietly vacuuming the floor, the iRobot Roomba.
The Roomba navigates through your house, while avoiding furniture that’s in the way. It offers the option to stay in one room; it also has a timer so you can set it to run when you’re not home. It is the best solution if you have pets, kids, or are just a slob! Well, it won’t pick up your clothes or do the dishes, but it’s destined to make your life easier and your house cleaner. Oh yeah, and it’s affordable, too. I found it for as low as $125.
Black & Decker Brew ‘n Go Personal Coffeemaker & 15-oz. Travel Mug
$19.99
Ever just wanted 1 cup of coffee? Tired of wasting coffee when brewing a pot? You’re on the run and have to get to work but haven’t had your coffee yet? The Black and Decker Brew n’ Go Personal Coffeemaker is the right choice. At just under $20 this is a great gift. 15 ounces of delicious coffee is brewed directly into the stainless steel travel mug. With the mug’s rubber handle, lid, and tapered design, it fits most vehicle cup holders, making it ideal for those on the go. The coffeemaker shuts off automatically after brewing, and it has a permanent filter, which means no messy disposable filters. The mug is perfect for tea, hot chocolate, or soup.
BakerEze 12-Pc. Bakeware Set
$29.88 – A baker’s dream, the BakerEze 12-Piece Bakeware Set includes virtually everything you need for both oven-cooked sweet treats and savory meals. Made of heavyweight steel
construction that ensures even heating, each pan sports a DuraGlide PLUS nonstick finish that ensures food releases effortlessly and makes cleanup a cinch.
BakerEze 12-Pc. Bakeware Set includes:
- 9″ round cake pans (2)
- 13″ x 9″ cake utility pan with cover (1)
- 12-cup muffin pan (1)
- 12″ pizza pan (1)
- 16″ x 11″ jelly roll pan (1)
- 13.9″ x 11.6″ cookie sheet (1)
- 15.9″ x 13.9″ cookie sheet (1)
- 10″ x 16″ cooling racks (2)
- 9″ x 5″ x 3″ two-piece Fat-Away meatloaf pan (1)
- Made of heavyweight steel construction that ensures even heating
- DuraGlide PLUS nonstick finish ensures food releases effortlessly and cleans up easily
Dishwasher safe
Reviewed by Kaylene Peoples
Gadgets Are a Guys (and Gals) Best Friend this Holiday Season
Gadgets Are a Guys (and Gals) Best Friend this Holiday Season
How do you put a smile on your scrooge’s face this holiday? How do you take the bah out of humbug? Is daddy/boyfriend/hubby not spreading the usual seasonal cheer? Maybe Gadget Girl Gabriella is feeling the pinch of the recession and fears she’ll never get that iPOD Touch she’s been wanting. After all, gotta pay those credit card bills! Cheer up your electronic-loving main squeeze with one of the following gadgets this season. It’s sure to put a smile on his or her face, and atleast put them in a festive mood. Your loved one will certainly enjoy any one of the following 7 gadgets selected by Anthony Heredia. —Kaylene Peoples—
1) EZVision Video Glasses
The ezVision Video Glasses offers you a 50″ virtual screen that fits like a pair of glasses. The ezVision Video Glasses is ultra lightweight, weighing a mere 4.0 ounces. With built-in earphones, an 8-hour rechargeable Lithium ion battery pack, iPod & DVD adapters, and the included wall charger, you get everything you need to enjoy movies, music videos, cartoons, and podcasts. Top gift pick for media lovers.www.ezgear.com $299.99 or for a more affordable price tag take a look at www.thinkgeek.com.
2) Shure Sound Isolating Stereo Mobile Headset – SE420MPA
These headphones happen to be the Rolls Royce of audio gear for any lover of music or sound quality of anything, for that matter. Evolved from personal monitor technology road-tested by pro musicians, the SE420 is precision engineered to provide a listening experience that’s true to live performance. Rediscover your music with Dual TruAcoustic MicroSpeakers that deliver an incredibly rich and detailed listening experience. Designed for listeners who are as passionate about their music as the musicians who use Shure microphones, the SE420 offers a truly revolutionary audio experience. Visit www.shure.com for the $379.99 power product
3) Aiptek’s PocketCinema V10 pico projector
Portable media players are a thing of the past. What good is watching your favorite movie or TV show on a 2-inch screen? Slip the Aiptek PocketCinema into your pocket and you’ll be able to project a 42-inch image on any surface! And with support for up to 8GB SDHC cards, you’ll be able to carry hours and hours of video with you. James Bond never had it this good! I want 10 of these. Find this at www.aiptek.com. $299.99. Full detailed review athttp://gizmodo.com/5099074/aiptek-pocketcinema-v10-pico-projector-review.
4) Medion’s GoPal X5535 GPS
MEDION announced it is introducing three new personal navigation devices that use a fingerprint scanner for security and theft-deterrence. MEDION enlisted the help of AuthenTec to integrate its fingerprint sensors into the devices, which include the GoPal P5235, GoPal P5435 and GoPal X5535. Users can save up to five fingerprints, using the small AES1510 fingerprint sensor used in millions of cell phones, which then allow them to log in and use each device. The feature ensures only authorized users can access the three devices, which are useless if stolen. The technology is meant to help reduce the theft of navigation devices left in cars, which, MEDION says, is on the rise. MEDION introduced fingerprint technology on its GoPal P4425 launched in 2007. The three new devices sport 5-inch touch-screen displays and voice recognition. Be sure to visithttp://www.electronista.com/articles/08/12/01/medion.intros. secure.pnds/ for full details and www.medionusa.com to buy the smart toy.
5) Apple iPod Touch / iPhone
“The iPhone 3G is the fastest wireless technology with GPS mapping, support for enterprise features like Microsoft Exchange, and the new Apple Store iPhone 3G puts even more features at your fingertips. And like the original iPhone, it combines three products in one–a revolutionary phone, a widescreen iPod, and a breakthrough Internet device with rich HTML email and a desktop-class web browser. iPhone 3G. It redefines what a mobile phone can do–again.” The ultimate toy for the gadget lover can be found atwww.apple.com for about $399. There is no one that will not love this, so please give me one, too anyone, especially yourself.
6) Logitech Pure-Fi Mobile Speakers
Want cool, powerful, versatile speakers? Here is your dream solution. Play music from your stereo Bluetooth® (A2DP)-enabled phone on the Pure-Fi Mobile(TM) wireless speaker. Or just use as a wireless speakerphone, or connect any audio device to this baby. There is a lithium battery, so no batteries needed. Simply plug it in and let it charge. Powerful sound that will last you a long time, an all-around great buy for $134.99! Find exact details at www.logitech.com.
7) The Archos 7 Multi-Media Beast
This is the ultimate toy for anybody who loves his/her gadgets. I was drooling the moment I saw the picture. This has been known to be called the iPhone killer for good reason.
The ARCHOS 7, with its stunning 7″ screen, is the best travel companion you can imagine. With a huge disk capacity and an incredible viewing comfort, combined with Internet and TV capacity in a handheld device, it will accompany your travels and holidays and replace any other multimedia player you were using so far.
ARCHOS, award-winning for its constant technology innovation and leadership in portable media players, now introduces a new concept: the Internet Media Tablet. The ARCHOS 7 is the jewel of this new range, redefining media on the move and offering customers uncompromised access to the Internet, Media content, and TV . . . in a handheld device. Drool your way over towww.archos.com.
Specs:
Display characteristics: High resolution screen, 800×480 pixels, 7″ TFT LCD, 16 million colors User interaction: Direct by touch screen, ON/OFF, vol+ and vol- buttons, retractable virtual keyboard
Processor(s):
– Main processor: ARM CortexTM-A8, 32 bit, In-order, dual-issue, superscalar core @ 600MHz
– Additional processor: 32 bit DSP @ 430 MHz
RAM memory: 128 MB* (Low-Power Double Data Rate SDRAM) Mass storage memory: Hard drive
– 320 GB (stores up to 400 Movies, 3.2 million photos or 190,000 songs1)
Operating system: Linux
In its normal use mode, the ARCHOS 5 being a miniaturized Personal Computer:
Connectivity: On board WiFi (802.11 b/g), USB 2.0 host with optional accessories
PC accessories: Possible attachment of numerous standard USB PC accessories (keyboard, mouse, memory key, memory cards reader, camera and other future computer accessories)
Battery life: Music playback time: 39 hours
Video playback time: 10 hours
Dimensions & weight:Approx. 190 x 110 x 16 mm ; 7.48″ x 4.33″ x 0.629″
Approx. 640 gr.; 23oz
Price: $449.99
Reviewed by Anthony Heredia
Gag Gifts – The Goofy Gift Guide
Gag gifts have gotten a bad rap in seasons past, but those often unappreciated gifts have changed their meaning this year. No more Groucho Marx nose glasses, or the standard whoopie cushions of old, today’s gag gifts are far more sophisticated and even a little useful (in a twisted sort of way). These featured 11 goofy gag gifts will be sure to to tickle your recipient’s fancy.
1) The Kitty Kat Hub
In the electric future, cats’ nervous systems run on USB, and we can tap into them for our
needs. This four-porter (the other one is in kitty’s mouth) is available only via wholesale from Shenzhen. I don’t know what else to say.http://www.alibaba.com/.
2) Goldfish Training Kit
The R2 Fish Training School Kit is a complete training system that includes everything you need to teach your fish over 10 amazing tricks (including soccer, football, basketball, limbo, fetch, tunnels, and more). This is one for the books. Your fish’s tuition will cost $39.99. More atwww.thinkgeek.com.
3) Waistband Stretcher
The $30 device slips into a pair of jeans or slacks and does as advertised. It stretches them out to a more pleasing and comfortable size 40, or whatever your waistline might be after a full day of gorging on turkey, potatoes, and pie. The stretcher promises to breathe new life into your old wardrobe by adding one to five inches of extra girth. I’d better not find you buying this. I’m watching. Should you be weak, you can find this for $29.99 atwww.skymall.com.
4) Intimate Controllers
This is an intimacy game for couples or just naughty friends who want to bend the rules as much as they possibly can in a structured, yet sinfully playful manner. The ladies use the men’s boxers as their controller and the gentlemen use the ladies bra as their controller. Sounds like fun to me. It’s not yet being sold, but it will be out soon. Take a look at this baby in action, along with all the details at www.jennylc.com.
5) Toilet Seat Lifter
Tired of a wet tushy, ladies? I found the solution to your man’s insensitivity. This nifty little gift only needs a foot step to do all the work for him, and back the seat goes to its resting
spot to wait for the ladies. Find the wonder at www.amazon.com for $29.99. What a great gal/pal gift.
6) The Full Body Wearable Sleeping Bag
“The Lippi Selk All In One” is the ultimate full body sleeping bag that you can wear! This new concept retains the functionality of the traditional sleeping bag while introducing fun, comfort, and most importantly, mobility. Ideal for summer festivals and a fantastic choice for everyday camping, this clever sleeping bag keeps you warm all night and makes for no extra carriage on the way home, simply because?you wear it! This really makes for a sleeping bag to top all sleeping bags!” This is just too funny. Find it at www.drinkstuff.com for $65.
7) The CarCapsule
The CarCapsule is a clear vinyl bubble that seals your car or motorcycle away from the elements and keeps it looking fresh and new. Dust, dirt, moisture, and insects are locked
out, but a built-in fan circulates filtered air within the bubble to eliminate that musty, damp smell that can ruin your stored car. Available in seven sizes. This is just too much, but if you’ve got a Ferrari begging to be attacked by ninja birds, then I say you bubble your car. Find this toy atwww.carcapsule.com, ranging from $180-$449.
8) Barking Alarm Security Bar
Secure Your Home From Break-Ins with a barking metal rod. Security Bar has an alarm that sounds when the door knob is touched or door is pushed. Choose between a powerful siren or barking dog sounds. Why not! Find this interesting gift atwww.shophometrends.com for $29.99
9) Scrolling LED Message Sign with Remote
“You probably have something important to say?something that must be clearly illuminated for all to see. Perhaps it’s a simple suggestion, like ‘Get off the Road’ or some deeper words of wisdom, such as ‘Learn to drive.’ We can relate to this basic human need to share your innermost thoughts and feelings?and what better way to do that than using glowing red LEDs. Create your own custom scrolling sign on the spot with this message sign.” I love this idea. Find this toy at www.thinkgeek.com for $39.99.
10) LED Shower Light
This one is pure and simple. It’s just a color-changing shower head in case you feel the need to have a wild party in your shower as you blast your favorite music and sing along. The blue light means the water is cold, and as the water gets warmer, your light will turn red. No more cold shots of water for you. Give this to all your shower singers, and they will love you in this life and the next. www.thinkgeek.com for $34.99
11) Dead Fred Pen Holder
“Stab Fred all you want; he won’t mind. We already know that your desk probably looks like a disaster area, but why not turn it into a crime scene instead? Fred is indeed dead, but that doesn’t mean he’s useless. Not only does repeatedly stabbing your pen into Fred reduce your stress level, but it helps you to keep that pesky pen from getting lost under the edge of your computer keyboard. Need someone to take your aggression out on? Well, Dead Fred is the man! Alleviate all that pent up aggression by violently and repeatedly stabbing Fred through the heart . . . and as if by magic, there it is, just where you left it?your pen right at your fingertips? and your stress and frustration, gone.” Only $9.99 atwww.thinkgeek.com
Reviewed by Anthony Heredia
Top 10 Big Bank Fitness Gifts
1) Body Bugg
Have you ever wondered how many calories you’re burning throughout the day; how many calories you need to burn a day to hit goal? Hate keeping a food log in order to count your calories? Well, log no more, thanks to the Body Bugg, which does all the work for you. I just love how much time this saves by taking all the guessing out of the equation. Make sure to take a look at the details: http://www.bodybugg.com/ $349.90
2) Bowflex Home Gym
The Bowflex home gym is the ultimate boy toy for getting in shape as it dominates with over 95 strength-building exercises and a calorie-burning cardio rowing feature that gives you a complete full body workout. This is a lot of power in a small package but with a hefty price, so make sure he has been a good boy this year. $2,999.00 www.bowflex.com
3) iPod Touch / iPhone
There is no better gift than the gift of motivation and we all know how the right song can make all the difference in the world. The great thing about the iPhone is all the new possible fitness applications that can track your calories, steps, progress, and so much more. www.apple.com
4) Massage Package
Most men typically pass pampering in the form of a soothing light Swedish massage; but mention deep tissue, and he will be sure to jump for joy. Deep tissue massage is extremely beneficial for you heavy workout enthusiasts in order to get the beaten body back in fighting shape faster. Make sure to look into it athttp://www.burkewilliamsspa.com/ or your favorite spa. Price will range from about $100-$150 a session.
5) Boot Camp Gift Certificates
There is nothing like an over aggressive trainer screaming at you to push harder at 5 a.m. when all you want to do is go back to bed. Boot Camp is actually a great idea for a gift because it’s one of those gifts you want but you just won’t get yourself. By giving this to a friend you now obligate that friend.
6) AMPHIBX Armbands and SURGE Headphones
Take music under water along for your morning laps with AMPHIBX Armbands and SURGE Headphones. Get away from it all through music in the water. $130 atwww.h20audio.com.
7) Garmin Forerunner 205 GPS Receiver
Form meets function with Garmin’s next-generation, sleek and stylish personal trainer, the Forerunner 205. Designed for athletes of all levels, this running partner and personal trainer has one goal in mind-a better you. It continuously monitors your speed, distance, pace, and calories burned so you can train smarter, more effectively. $142.95 – $267.84
8) Bow-Flex Select Tech Weights
Tired of all those weights taking up room in the house or not having the right weight when you need it? The solution is Bowflex® SelectTech® dumbbells. With just the turn of a dial, you can automatically change your resistance from 10 lbs all the way up to 90 lbs. These wonder weights replace 34 Dumbbells at $699 for a set. www.bowflexselecttech.com
9) Hummer Mountain Bike
A bike is a fun and inviting way to get your heart pumping with the bonus of taking a trip in the outdoors for a scenic workout. Top pick for mountain bikes goes to www.hummerbikes.com at $2,299.00 for performance, sturdiness, and portability.
10) Oakley Thumps
Why not combine looking fashionable, blocking the sun, and great music all in one? There is nothing better than good music in a portable package while you get your sweat on. These make a great gift and are most definitely noteworthy. Stop by www.oakley.com and see what styles catch your eye. $100-$250
Reviewed by Anthony Heredia
