Tapering & Snacking and a Giveaway GFree Connect


11 Days until marathon day, the cough is back full force so I am being smart, no spin this morning and slept in until 6:15. Sad, but that is late for me. With this lack of working out and just getting out of peak mileage I need to remind myself to lay off the snacking when I'm not truly hungry. When I am in 60+ mpw training plus 3 hours spin and 3 hours strength a week I am  hungry to snack all the time and think I get in this habit even when I'm not hungry. Anyone else get in the snack habit like this? The past few day shave been crazy with writing my final paper and I need a trip to the grocery store. Granola ingredients are gone, fruit is minimal, carrots are the only vegetable...help! Luckily I have some healthy options remaining but time to stock up.


 Last month I had the chance to try GFree Connect after winning another blogger's giveaway. When the packaged arrived it felt like Christmas! O and I ripped through the bag in excitement, checking out all the fun snacks, mixes and food samples. And coupons! She has not stopped talking about the ice cream cones!


GFConnect sends three Care Packs per year (once very four months); Feb 1, June 1 and Oct 1, its an easy opt out pay as you go program.  Cost is $19.99 + SH for the intro Care pack, and $29.99+ SH for all subsequent Care Packs.  Market value of over $110. I couldn’t believe all that was in the package! The price is great and what better way to try this huge variety and then turn around and bring the coupons to purchase.

Anyone who is eating gluten free has the fear of trying new foods, they cost a lot and the last thing you want is to waste money on something that you won't like. Do you see the variety above? Great brands, great foods and all safe and mostly healthy options!


What is GFConnect? Directly from their website!

We are an exciting, new gluten free company different from the rest. We will get you gluten free product samples, help you save money, and simplify your life.
  • Samples – Send you samples and product information right to your front door so you can make informed purchasing decisions for products you have tasted and know you will enjoy – Try Before you Buy!;
  • Savings – Gluten free product couponing centralized right to you;
  • Simplicity – We bring you important, relevant gluten free related information to you in one spot including professional medical references, support groups, restaurants and brand information.
  • Your Package will include approximately 25 gluten free items to sample, a group of gluten free related coupons, and general information  – all to help you connect the dots from the brands to you!
  • You will receive subsequent Care Packs three times per year (Beginning of February, June and October, 2013).  Each Package will include different items / flavors from the previous Package you received.
  • After you receive your first Care Pack, you can opt out of the program anytime.
  • Makes a great gluten free gift. 

Want to try GFConnect? Win your own package below, make sure to take advantage of the intro offer too and sign up for the June mailing Make sure to sign up for the mailing list for great gluten free advice and offers.. 


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Comments

  1. EmmaApril 30, 2013 at 9:15 AM

    I am NOT gluten-free but I try any and everything foodwise!!! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  2. AnonymousApril 30, 2013 at 11:13 AM

    Great giveaway!! I am not gluten free but I try to be most of the time!

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  3. Stephanie AnnApril 30, 2013 at 3:40 PM

    I want to be gluten free, and would love is to try out the gluten free items!

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  4. cmunkresApril 30, 2013 at 4:40 PM

    Not Gluten free but am interested in what it takes to become gluten free. Curious how it tastes and how my body reacts to it.

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  5. AnonymousApril 30, 2013 at 5:04 PM

    I'm not gluten free now, but I've dabbled in it and even though it's hard it makes me feel so good!

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  6. From Ice Cream to MarathonApril 30, 2013 at 7:08 PM

    I'm not gluten free, but would love to try these!

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  7. Katie BApril 30, 2013 at 7:19 PM

    I'm not gluten free, but a few of my family members are, so I'd like to find some tasty snacks for them.

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  8. AnonymousMay 1, 2013 at 5:54 AM

    I am a gluten free runner (not by choice, my stomach hates me) and everyday I figure out more of my favorite foods are taken away from me :( I am allergic to potatoes too and potato starch is one of the key ingredients in a lot of gluten free stuff. It's hard to find anything I can eat!

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    1. Coach JenMay 1, 2013 at 7:52 AM

      I'm very similar to you with the stomach issues and other allergies as well. Potato, yikes that's in a lot of GF stuff :(

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  9. Naturally MeredithMay 1, 2013 at 1:14 PM

    I am newly gluten free and I love discovering all new gluten free foods. My favorite snack has to be almond butter, so good.

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    1. Coach JenMay 2, 2013 at 5:14 PM

      This is perfect for newly gluten free people :) I love almond butter too :)

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  10. KristsMay 2, 2013 at 5:25 PM

    I just started eating gluten free again after several years of eating it despite having an intolerance and let me say I feel 100% better I can't believe I ever started eating wheat again... I NEED to win this giveaway!

    Thanks for hosting Jen

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  11. Debbie H.May 4, 2013 at 11:07 PM

    I am not gluten free, but I like to eat gluten free b/c it's simpy better for me & my family.
    This would be a great win!

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  12. UnknownMay 6, 2013 at 9:32 AM

    I'm not gluten free, I try to cut back. I want to win this because they seem like healthy snacks. My favorite snack is any fruit.

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  13. UnknownMay 6, 2013 at 9:40 AM

    I'm not gluten free but I do love to try new foods!

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  14. BeckyMay 6, 2013 at 3:16 PM

    I am gluten free and always love trying new products. I also love coupons. Very rare to have coupons for anything gluten free.

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  15. AnonymousMay 6, 2013 at 10:20 PM

    I am new to eating gluten free. I like to win giveaways. I believe these are good reasons for me to win. :)

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