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Aquajogger - the inventor of the original flotation belt for deep water exercise - has just come out with aquatic footwear for use in and out of the pool. I just tried the new Exersandals and they're terrific! Light weight, comfortable, yet very supportive, they hugged my feet even with vigorous movement (both deep and shallow)  - but never rubbed or chafed. Plus they're really attractive. While in the deep water they reminded me of wearing Aquajogger's aquarunners buoyant foot gear though they're not quite as buoyant. The Exersandal is kind of a cross between a Teva sandal and the aquarunners. At one point I had to jump out of the water in the middle of a client session and it was really nice having shoes on my feet - but yet the Exersandals are so comfortable - you forget you're wearing them!

CAROLYN AlSO RECOMMENDS

Barefoot Science Arch Activation Foot Support Insoles - This patented arch activation system not only makes walking and running more comfortable, it helps improve function of the foot and leg muscles and assists in proper posture and alignment.

Share the Damn Road Custom Cycling Jerseys  -offers cycling jerseys and bumper stickers with clever slogans that definitely make a statement. My favorite jersey has "Stop Your Texting" on one side and "Thx" on the other.

Carlson Vitamin D Drops - This is an easy way to obtain your daily Vit D dose in a highly absorbed liquid form. Just one drop a day in a glass of water provides 1000ius of Vitamin D. 

Chia Seeds- are a nutritious vegetarian source of Omega 3 fatty acids. They're terrific sprinkled on salads, yogurt or cereal or use them in a smoothie.

"Deceptively Delicious" by Jessica Seinfeld is a great book to have on hand if you struggle with getting your kids to eat more vegetables.  The author has developed numerous recipes for using fruit and vegetable purees in everything from spaghetti sauce to brownies!

Slow Cookers- offer a convenient and economical method of preparing hearty, healthy soups and stews. Combine beans and lentils or meat/chicken with vegetables and you'll have a warm, nutritious meal when you get home at night.

Intak Hydration Bottle - has a built-in meter which keeps track of how many times you refill it. It also features a nice easy-open spout and is insulated. Great for you and for the environment!

Redmond All-Natural Sea Salt is a great alternative to conventional table salt. Unlike many natural salts, it also contains iodine, an important trace mineral for the thyroid. Redmond salt is delicious. It's also kosher.

Micro Egg Microwave Egg Cooking Cup - provides a fast, healthy way of cooking eggs in a single serving. Great for portion control! Hard-boil, soft-boil or poach your egg in seconds. Great for teens to make their own breakfast.

Yoga Sandals - provide an easy way to stretch your feet while you're not in yoga class. They're basically flip-flops with dividers between the toes. I use mine for my indoor shoes when walking around my condo. I throw them in the dishwasher once a week to clean them. While I love my well-worn pair, I just discovered a more comfortable terry-cloth pair at www.pedicouture.com.

Recharge - a natural electrolyte replacement drink alternative to Gatorade for active people especially during the summer months. Try it at Whole Foods and then to buy in bulk I found this great offer via Amazon.

Chicken of the Sea Salmon Cups - a convenient way to get your Omega 3s on the go. Great for taking with you in the car, on the airplane - or just brown bagging at the office. Available at most grocery stores in the canned tuna section or order on-line.

Aquajogger Flotation Belts - truly the gold standard in buoyancy belts for deep water workouts. They come in different styles and shapes for different body types. They also offer higher buoyancy levels for very lean individuals. I also recommend getting a "hitch" or tether if you exercise in a small or crowded pool. The hitch allows you to tether yourself to the side so you can work out in place.

Water Warmup Jackets - made of special stretchy, comfortable and most importantly warm neoprene fabric. These jackets are a must if you workout in an outdoor pool during the winter months. Find them at www.waterwarmups.com and tell Sally that Carolyn sent you.

H20 Wear Swimsuits - are made of a special blend of polyester and are guaranteed to last a year. They offer traditional-style suits as well as swimsuit tanks and shorts. I'm still wearing some that I bought years ago.Check them out at www.h20wear.com.

Xyflamend- a natural anti-inflammatory supplement for those with arthritis, sports injuries or chronic pain. It contains organic herbal anti-inflammatory formula with powerful anti-oxidative agents, including Holy Basil, Turmeric and Ginger. Find it in most health food stores and Whole Foods groceries.

Traumeel -a homeopathic, anti- inflammatory ointment that works great on acute, minor muscle aches and pains. I discovered Traumeel many years ago when I first began racing marathons. The difference in the soreness of my legs post-race was remarkable. These days I carry a tube in my purse - something I was very glad of 18 months ago when I was in a bad car accident.Traumeel is available in most health food stores and Whole Foods and now you can find it on Amazon.com for a great price.  It's also helpful in preventing bruising if you bump yourself, but never apply it to broken skin.

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