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All Aboard The Dinosaur Train! Mega Bloks Set Review

TheHelpfuldad shows you the Mega Bloks Dinosaur Train Set – this is a cool little Mega Bloks set that is sure to give you little toddler loads of fun if they like Mega Bloks and even more so if they like DINOSAURS. Comes with 3 Bobble-Head Dinosaurs and a multi-car train. Enjoy!

Angry Birds Live – Knock on Wood

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TheHelpfuldad reviews the Angry Birds “Knock on Wood” game. Here’s a chance for you to experience the age old battle between Angry Birds and the egg-stealing pigs. Will the birds get their revenge? That’s up to YOU.

The set features a great little BIRD LAUNCHER to help you get the full Angry Birds experience. It’s loads of fun!

Angry Birds Mashems – Review

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TheHelpfuldad reviews the Angry Birds Mashems Collectible Character sets. If you are a fan of Angry Birds, you’ll love the “Mashems” figurines. Check out the vid and let us know your thoughts.

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Angry Birds, Mashems, Piggy, Triple Threat

CrossFit vs P90X – Which is right for YOU?

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40+ Fitness Editor Mike talks about the sport of CrossFit vs the P90X Workout Routine. What’s the difference? Which is right for you?

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CrossFit vs Insanity – Which is Right for YOU?

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40+ Fitness Editor Mike talks about CrossFit vs Insanity. What’s the difference? Which is right for you?

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What is CrossFit? Is it Right for YOU?

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40+ Fitness Editor Mike talks about CrossFit – The Sport of Fitness. Will it help YOU become the best you can be? Perhaps it just might.

Here is an excellent description from CrossFitHQ: “What is CrossFit? CrossFit is an effective way to get fit. Anyone can do it. It is a fitness program that combines a wide variety of functional movements into a timed or scored workout. We do pull-ups, squats, push-ups, weightlifting, gymnastics, running, rowing, and a host of other movements. Always varied, always changing, always producing results. Kids, cops, firefighters, soccer moms, Navy SEALS, and grandmas all do CrossFit. In fact, hundreds of thousands worldwide have followed our workouts and distinguished themselves in combat, the streets, the ring, stadiums, gyms and homes.”

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Tough Mudder – Reduce RISK OF INJURY

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Mike gives you various tips to reduce your risk of injury when running in Tough Mudder and other mud/obstacle course races. He discusses the overall risk of injury, the people most likely to get injured, which obstacles may cause most injuries, most common Tough Mudder injuries, and most importantly Mike explains how you can try to AVOID injuries at Tough Mudder.
If you have a TIP to share to reduce injuries at Tough Mudder, please add it to the COMMENTS section. Thanks and God Bless

Insanity vs P90X – What’s the Difference? Which is Best?

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40+ Fitness Editor Mike talks about the similarities and differences between two great workout plans – Tony Horton’s P90X and Shaun T’s Insanity. What’s the difference between P90X vs Insanity? Which is best – P90X or Insanity? Watch the vid for Mike’s take and leave a comment with your own opinion. Thanks for watching

Tony Horton
Shaun T
Bring It
Dig Deeper
Muscle Confusion
Max Interval Training
Lose Weight
Cardio Endurance
Get Ripped
Agility and Speed
Variety of Workouts

Dymatize Elite Whey Protein Review

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40+ Fitness Editor Mike talks about Dymatize Elite Whey Protein – what does he like about it? What does he not like? How does Dymatize Elite Whey Protein compare to ON Gold Standard Whey? Watch the vid and find out

Proteins: Optimum Nutrition vs GNC Whey Proteins

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40+ Fitness Editor Mike compares 2 popular whey proteins: Optimum Nutrition’s “Gold Standard Whey” and GNC’s “Amplified Wheybolic Extreme 60”. Which is best? What’s YOUR take?
The 40+ Fitness Program Goals: a healthy and fit mind and body can be achieved with proper Cardio Health, a Fit/Trim Physique, and a Relaxed and Focused Mind. Our goal is not to be Mr Universe but instead to be Mr Healthy. If you are near/over 40, join us in our quest to achieve Peak Performance in life.

Tough Mudder – What SHOES Should I Wear?

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Visit our website at https://thathelpfuldad.com for 50+ more tips about Tough Mudder and many more tips to make life more fun!

Mike with 40+ Fitness and The Helpfuldad discusses your shoe options for doing Tough Mudder and other Mud Run Obstacle Course Races. Should you wear Running Shoes? Hikers? Vibram 5-Toes? Or something else? Please share YOUR opinions in the comments section

Check out more of our favorite vids:
Tough Mudder Race + Tips: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JkSU7SHE7Z4
Tough Mudder Training Tips: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y7HE2O4Japw
Tough Mudder 2012 Obstacles: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZIc1JtbenI

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey Protein Review

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40+ Fitness Editor Mike talks about Optimum Nutition’s “Gold Standard Whey Protein”. Is it a good protein or not? Will it help you if you are over 40?
The 40+ Fitness Program Goals: a healthy and fit mind and body can be achieved with proper Cardio Health, a Fit/Trim Physique, and a Relaxed and Focused Mind. Our goal is not to be Mr Universe but instead to be Mr Healthy. If you are near/over 40, join us in our quest to achieve Peak Performance in life.

MRI Anabolic Switch Creatine Review

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40+ Fitness Editor Mike talks about MRI’s “Anabolic Switch” Creatine. Does it really work? Is is a good choice for the 40+ crowd?
The 40+ Fitness Program Goals: a healthy and fit mind and body can be achieved with proper Cardio Health, a Fit/Trim Physique, and a Relaxed and Focused Mind. Our goal is not to be Mr Universe but instead to be Mr Healthy. If you are near/over 40, join us in our quest to achieve Peak Performance in life.

What is Junk Silver? (Hint – It’ NOT Junk!!) How to Buy Silver Series

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TheHelpfuldad discusses How to Buy Junk Silver. What is Junk Silver and Why is is valuable? 90% Silver, 40% Silver, 35% Silver? From Dimes to Quarters to Half Dollars to Dollars and even War Nickles, there is something for everybody. Do YOU own Junk Silver? If not, maybe you should!

How to buy GOLD – Physical Gold vs GLD (Gold ETF/Stocks)

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TheHelpfuldad discusses GOLD – should you buy REAL gold or the Gold stock/ETF GLD? This video discusses the pro’s and con’s of each option. What are YOUR thoughts?