***This is a sponsored post that contains affiliate links. I received a free Bulu Box in exchange for writing a review.*** That being said, the following is a completely honest review.
You might have already noticed I’ve developed a passion for both runDisney events and subscription boxes. Usually, where I’m concerned, the two are pretty much mutually exclusive. I’m working toward my second Glass Slipper Challenge during the Princess Half Marathon Weekend at Walt Disney World in 2016 (February 20th & 21st). Gaining optimum fitness and weight management are important goals for me. I might have mentioned a time or two about how, once you reach a certain age, weight just seems to jump onto you – no matter how hard you try to eat right. Not gonna lie – it sucks!
Enter the Bulu Box. As a Fit Approach #SweatPink Ambassador, I get the chance to apply for a variety of sponsored post opportunities. Due to my crazy busy life, I apply for very few, but recently the opportunity to review a Bulu Box arrived by email and I got excited! I’ve not subscribed to any subscription boxes other than fashion/clothing boxes and the one for Junior’s dog treat obsession…but, the chance to receive a complimentary subscription box that promotes healthy living? Perfect!!! I didn’t even know such a thing existed.
The beauty of the Bulu Box is that it’s a sample box that gives you the opportunity to try different healthy-lifestyle based products . Why this is perfect for me (and my family) is that I don’t want to drop major money for a full-sized product without finding out if we like it first. Have you seen how expensive a container of protein powder is? What if it tastes horrible or is grainy-textured? Money down the drain (literally). What if that bargain box of protein bars at my local discount store are too sweet or taste like cardboard? Again, waste of money!
So what was in my complimentary Bulu Box? A wide variety of awesomeness!
- TWO packets of protein powder to try (Quest Protein Powder Packets $54.99/30 servings, four flavors available). I find certain protein shakes work very well at controlling my hunger. This one sounds delicious.
- A sample jar of anti-itch cream (Earth’s Care, $11.99 for 2.4 oz. full-sized product) is perfect for our household – the wasps, mosquitos, and red (a.k.a fire) ants are in full attack mode this time of year.
- Long a fan of gummies for energy, especially while running, the sample package included in the Bulu Box of Movit Energy Gummies caused Raymond and I to have a mini-debate over who needed them most (full-size retail, $15.99, 60 calories per serving).
- I was also stoked to find a nutrition bar that is savory instead of sweet! Initially this sounded strange, but since I’m always outspoken about my lack of a sweet tooth, a savory bar seems custom-made for me! They also come in sweet versions. (Mediterra Nutritional Bars, full-sized retail, $23.95/12 bars)
- Finally, a sample of fiber-filled, orange-flavored drink mix reminded me that I often don’t get enough fiber (I know, TMI) and might find such a product helpful. (Yerba Prima Daily Fiber Formula, $14.64 for full-sized bottle).
Bulu Box’s online shop is the perfect place to pick up nutrition, fitness, and weight loss/management products. The subscription box is a great way to try out different products at an economical, free of any commitment-to-full-sized-product-expense way to try an impressive array of products. Have I purchased a subscription? You bet I have. One subscription box that allows our active family to try-before-we-buy a wide variety of healthy products? Perfect!!!
Bottom Line: Bulu Box subscriptions are for health-and-fitness-minded people who want to try before they buy!
If you’re interested in a Bulu Box subscription for your family, use the code SWEATPINK to receive 50% off a 3, 6, or 12 month subscription. As a Bulu Box subscriber, “you’ll receive 4-5 vitamin, supplement and healthy snack samples to try. Every sample in Bulu box is also available in full-size in the Bulu Box shop”. (There’s also a rewards program for subscribers.)
I’m out of control with subscription boxes! Which are your favorites?
