Lives were forever changed that day as people lost their loves and hundreds more were seriously or critically injured as ... Read more »]]> A little more than a week ago, the City of Boston was met with terrible tragedy. Two bombs that went off near the finish line marred the city’s signature event, the Boston Marathon.

Lives were forever changed that day as people lost their loves and hundreds more were seriously or critically injured as a result of the blasts. But despite such a horrific event, Bostonians showed strength and resolve and vowed to not let an act of terrorism frighten them and change who they are as a city and as a community.

Yes, those who were involved and responsible will face justice, but it doesn’t end there. The City of Boston and its residents still need your help in getting things back to normal.

So we’ve compiled a list of ways you can stand in solidarity with the city and its residents and help out because even if this tragedy didn’t affect you directly, it still affects us all.

Donate to the Sean A. Collier Memorial Fund. MIT has created a Sean A. Collier Memorial Fund that will support a Collier Medal that will be awarded to individuals who demonstrate Collier’s values.

Donate to the Boston First Responders Fund The fund is being administered through the Boston Fire Fighters Credit Union, 60 Hallet St., Dorchester, MA 02124. Checks and electronic donations are welcome. Visit http://www.bosfirecu.com or call 857-220-0133. All of the funds collected will go to the victims of the attack.

Need mental health assistance? The Red Cross is urging people with mental health concerns to visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS. “We call it disaster mental health, but I call it well-being,” said Kat Powers, director of communications for the American Red Cross of Eastern Massachusetts. “If you’re having difficulty, reach out.”

How to donate to victim Marc Fucarile A website has been set up for donations to assist Marc Fucarile. It says Fucarile had his right leg amputated above the leg, and has first, second, and third-degree burns on more than half of his body.

How to donate to victim Jeffrey Bauman A fundraising site has been set up to help pay medical expenses for Bauman, who lost his legs and suffered severe burns on his body.

BU scholarship in memory of Lingzi Lu Boston University announced it would form a scholarship in the memory of Lu, 23, from the northeastern Chinese city of Shenyang. Click here for details.

Donate to the Richard family According to this Facebook posting, “Anyone looking to make a donation to help the Richard Family can go directly to Meetinghouse Bank or Vargas & Vargas Insurance in Lower Mills. The account name is: Richard Family Fund. For convenience, they have set up additional locations in Dorchester that will have a donation “drop box” for the Richard Family Fund.” Check out the Facebook page for more details. The Meetinghouse Bank has set up account for Richard family to accept donations. Call 617-298-2250 and ask for customer service to get more details.

Another fund has been launched by the Salem Five. According to the bank, Bill Richard is a 1988 graduate of Salem High School. The Salem Five Charitable Foundation said it is making an initial $5,000 donation. Donations can be made at any Salem Five branch or by sending a check to Salem Five, Attn: Richard Family Fund, 210 Essex St., Salem, MA 01970.

Another fund, led by a research assistant at MIT, has been launched for the Richard family. Click here for more details.

A Google doc called “Caring for the Richard family” has been circulating online asking for donations for the Richard family.

Now it’s your turn!

Do you have any other resources or know of any more ways people can help the City of Boston?

Let us know in the comments, via Twitter or on Facebook!

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After much research and a myriad of suggestions, we’re down to two flavors: coffee and banana.

We’re headed down to SXSW Interactive this weekend and we need your interactive help to decide what that next ... Read more »]]> Great news!! We’re in the process of finalizing our next Core Power flavor and we’ve reached the championship round!

After much research and a myriad of suggestions, we’re down to two flavors: coffee and banana.

We’re headed down to SXSW Interactive this weekend and we need your interactive help to decide what that next Core Power flavor will be.

So all you have to do is this:

1. Follow @CorePower on Twitter
2. Once a day during SXSWi, tweet the following using these hashtags: “Hey, @CorePower… I want #CoffeePower because… #SXSW #SXSWi“
3. Bonus entry? Feel free to post your message on our Facebook wall as well!

Make sure to swap #CoffeePower with #BananaPower if that’s your choice of flavor, but that’s it… that’s all you have to do! We’ll give away three cases per day and winners will be chosen based on tweet creativity and will be contacted via direct message on Twitter.

Yeah, yeah, we know we make great tasting, high in protein, simple ingredient protein shakes, but we also like to stay up to date with the latest advances in social media technology and interact with our “fans.” That’s why we’re headed down to Austin this weekend and we want you guys to feel like you’re a part of it.

We know that many of you who follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook will be out there, but we also know that many of you won’t be able to make it and will follow our exploits via our various social media channels. We’ll be posting our social media findings during SXSWi, so stay tuned for our updates.

We know you like free stuff, so this is your chance to get the hottest protein shake on the market, for free!! You can’t beat that!!

So… what’s it going to be?

As a company, Core Power is all about health, fitness and having fun doing it. That’s why we like to take part in and have a presence at events that align with our core beliefs and culture.

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As a company, Core Power is all about health, fitness and having fun doing it. That’s why we like to take part in and have a presence at events that align with our core beliefs and culture.

That being said, Core Power is an official sponsor of the 26th annual ConocoPhillips Rodeo Run taking place in Houston, Texas on Feb. 23.

The Rodeo Run raises scholarship funds for Texas youth and since 1988, ConocoPhillips has donated all Rodeo Run entry fees to the HLSR Educational Fund, totaling $3.3 million to date. Through these donations, the Rodeo Run has helped make college dreams a reality for Texas high school students.

Last year, a record 15,000 participants took part in the Rodeo Run, generating a record $400,000 for college scholarships.

Runners and walkers of all levels are invited to participate in the 10K race or 5K fun run/walk. Participants will enjoy a new course that begins in the heart of downtown Houston and continues along the scenic Allen Parkway as a kick-off for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo^TM (HLSR) Parade.

Staying true to the Rodeo Run tradition, the family-friendly event will feature a costume contest, entertainment along the course and a Texas-sized post-race party. As an official sponsor, Core Power will be there.

So stop by, say hello and try some of our delicious, healthy and nutritious protein shakes that you’re sure to love!

Now it’s your turn:

Are you taking part in this year’s Rodeo Run and if so, are you doing the 10K race or 5K run/walk? Tell us why!

Let us know in the comments, via Twitter or on Facebook!

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5x World Champion triathlete and Core Power aficionado Craig “Crowie” Alexander will be joining us again here in the Chicago office, this time for a book signing of his new book collaboration with renowned photographer Paul K. Robbins, “Read more »]]> Guess who’s flying thru the Windy City on December 11th…

5x World Champion triathlete and Core Power aficionado Craig “Crowie” Alexander will be joining us again here in the Chicago office, this time for a book signing of his new book collaboration with renowned photographer Paul K. Robbins, “As the Crow Flies: My Journey to Ironman World Champion.” Please join us at 5:30 pm on December 11 at 1001 West Adams in downtown Chicago for Core Power, snacks and a Q&A session with The Man, followed by a book signing. A limited number of copies of the book will be available for sale at the event, so please plan on getting here early to get yours!

For ALL details and to please RSVP, see our Facebook event page – THREE lucky people who sign up for the event on Facebook (and show up!) will win free copies of the book for Crowie to sign! Please feel free to share the event on Facebook and Twitter!

Not in the Chicago area, or won’t be in the Windy City on the 11th? Tell your friends about it! Core Power will send one signed copy of the book to an awesome Crowie fan who 1) shares the Facebook event with friends, 2) retweets this tweet, 3) asks Crowie a question on this blog post and 4) writes “AS THE CROW FLIES CHICAGO!” on our Facebook wall. (Whew, that’s ALOT! ) Winner selected and notified after the event.

See you there!

During the first week of November, the Fair Oaks Farms Brands jury made the selections for the winners of the Read more »]]>

During the first week of November, the Fair Oaks Farms Brands jury made the selections for the winners of the Chicago Marathon Core Power Wristband Contest - and we’ve been reaching out to the lucky ten winners to let them know that they’ve one and will be receiving a YEAR’S SUPPLY OF CORE POWER as we head into 2013! We’ve heard back from nearly all of the selected winners, but are still waiting to hera from a few. NEVERTHELESS, we want to introduce you to the winners we’ve heard from so far! To see ALL the great shots of the contestants, please check out the entire Facebook album HERE.

To recap the way the contest worked, we gave out Core Power wristbands at the Chicago Marathon Expo the two days leading up to the race. Contestants were asked to show their Core Power Spirit as they passed our headquarters at Morgan and Adams in Chicago, which is roughly the 14 mile mark. We had two cameramen who were set up there – and they recorded great shots of those wearing the wristbands. A jury of Fair Oaks Farms employees then chose the winners based on: enthusiasm, energy, fun/humor and that overall Core Power POWER! So, without further ado… here they are!

Tracy K.

Hometown: Rockford, IL

Current City: Lake in the Hills, IL

Favorite Sports / Physical Activities: Running, softball, swimming, biking, yoga

How many marathons was Chicago for you? Chicago was my 3rd full marathon
Are you running another one soon? Rock N Roll in Arizona in January and hopefully another one on the calendar for fall again
Why do you run? OR Why did you run this marathon? I run to de-stress, I brainstorm my best ideas, and find some “me” time. I love being physically active and love the high I get after a good run. I wanted to run another marathon after having a second child and getting strong again with running wanted to set a challenge to run a faster marathon.

Have you tried Core Power before, if so where? Ive tried Core Power before- first time was after a race I tried the Chocolate 26g. Loved it and surprised it tasted that good, and the protein it had. At the next expo I was at I stopped and tried the other flavors.

Which flavor(s) do you like best? I like the chocolates the best. Probably vanilla next.

Gregory S.

Hometown:  Akron, Ohio

Current City:  Long Grove, IL

Favorite Sports / Physical Activities:  Running (enjoy watching football, basketball)

How many marathons was Chicago for you?  Chicago was my 20th.  I’ve also run about 10 Ultra Marathons  I run over 20 races a year.  In 2012, I’ve run 2 marathon distances, 2 50k’s, and 1 50 miler.

Are you running another one soon?  Plan on running Ice Age 50 miler next spring.  May do another marathon next fall

Why do you run? OR Why did you run this marathon?  Enjoy the health benefits and friends.  I run for Dick Pond Fast Track, and love the team atmosphere and the people.  I also run with my 8 year old son, and we enjoy running 5k’s and 10k’s together.  I love how I can run almost at any time, but still have a team atmosphere and enjoy friends.

Have you tried Core Power before, if so where?  Yes — and I love it!  Great recovery drink.

Which flavor(s) do you like best?  I like Chocolate the most. I also like Honey.

Michelle N.

Hometown:   Chicago, IL

Current City:   Chicago, IL

Favorite Sports / Physical Activities:   Running and biking are my two favorite activities.  I enjoy them year round…outside! I find it ironic that I cannot run 2 miles on a treadmill, but I ran 26.2 miles outside.  Fresh air invigorates me and being surrounded by nature really motivates me to keep going,  I started running 1.5 years ago, at the urging of a professor from graduate school.  He introduced me to the group I run with now and I adore them all.  They have become my family and dearest friends.

Are you running another one soon?   My future races include the Palos park turkey trot (4 miles), the George Cheung 50k in march 2013 and the marathon in Lowell, IN, in April 2013.  I plan on running those with my same running friends from the marathon.

Why do you run? OR Why did you run this marathon?   Running, for me, has become a place of focus and clarity for me.  I always make better, more grounded, decisions after a good solid run.  I think better, my attitude is better, my outlook is more clear after a run.  I look forward to each run because I know I will feel so great during it and after.  There is no better feeling than hearing your feet hit the pavement and you just keep going.  Now, I run because I can.

Have you tried Core Power before, if so where? Which flavor(s) do you like best? The Chicago marathon expo was my first opportunity to taste core power drink…and I really loved it! Honey and chocolate were my favorites…and I loved the staff at the expo.  They were incredibly friendly, upbeat, professional, and really seemed to believe in the product themselves! My daughter, who is ten years old, also loved it!

Kevin N.

Hometown:    Darien, IL

Current City:   Chicago, IL

Favorite Sports / Physical Activities:    Running

How many marathons was Chicago for you?  My third full one

Are you running another one soon?    Yes, Running the Big Sur in April

Why do you run? OR Why did you run this marathon?    When I ran my first marathon, I just wanted to check it off my “life’s to do list.” I’ve continued to do it because it gives me a goal to keep in shape

Have you tried Core Power before, if so where? The Chicago marathon expo was my first opportunity to try Core Power

Which flavor(s) do you like best? Vanilla & Chocolate

Tim F.

Hometown:     Mundelein, Illinois

Current City:    Mundelein, Illinois

Favorite Sports / Physical Activities:     Running. I was a triathlete before we had kids (6). I work out daily and teach Physical Education. My children are all competitive swimmers. I am a USA Swimming Official.

How many marathons was Chicago for you?   Chicago was my 16th marathon.

Are you running another one soon?     I intend to run the Chicago Marathon as long as I can. I will also run smaller local races, but the marathon will keep me “honest” and force me to train more throughout the year.

Why do you run? OR Why did you run this marathon?     I have been a competitive runner for 45 years. I love running and working out, the marathon  keeps me working out year round and I need some incentive to train at a higher rate.

Have you tried Core Power before, if so where?  Coincidentally, we had Core Power come to our school and help sponsor a Fun Run this fall. Since then I have  been a loyal customer.

Which flavor(s) do you like best? My favorite flavors are Strawberry/ Banana and Vanilla. I was excited  when I found out I could win a years supply in the marathon. It was great when I found I won.

Temilola S.

Hometown:     Gary, IN

Current City:    Atlanta, GA

Favorite Sports / Physical Activities:      Running, Working Out, Football, Basketball

How many marathons was Chicago for you?   Chicago was my 1st marathon!

Are you running another one soon?      I will do one marathon per year.  So next fall will be the next one.

Why do you run? OR Why did you run this marathon?      I love the personal challenge that distance running presents.  I love to be around my running buddies and share in our victories.  We chose Chicago because of its reputation for being well supported, flat, organized and fun.  It is also the closest marathon to my hometown.

Have you tried Core Power before, if so where?   I tried core power at the Chicago Marathon expo.  I will enjoy trying out all of the flavors.

Scott B.

Hometown:      San Antonio, Texas

Current City:     Austin, Texas for the past 12 years

Favorite Sports / Physical Activities:     Running.

How many marathons was Chicago for you?   Chicago was my 4th marathon.

Are you running another one soon?      Was in NYC recently to run their marathon but it was cancelled; have not registered for any marathons for 2013 but will likely run Chicago, NYC and one other

Why do you run? OR Why did you run this marathon?      I initially started running to lose weight; I have lost 70 lbs since I started running. I ran this marathon because I wanted to run a big city marathon (one of the majors).

Have you tried Core Power before, if so where?   Yes, I have been drinking it for about 2 years (I started drinking Athletes HoneyMilk).

Which flavor(s) do you like best?  My favorite flavor is Chocolate Light.

But there are still a few people we haven’t heard back from yet, so we don’t have much more information about them than what we can see in their awesome photos!. Their pics are below – if YOU know any of these winners, please send them the link to this blog post and tell them to make a comment with their contact information!

Daniela S.

Scott H.

Daniel S.

Last weekend, Core Power proudly sponsored and activated at the Dempsey Challenge in Lewston Maine, joining cyclists Tommy Danielson, Ted King, Freddie Rodriguez, Kristin McGrath, Ally Stacher, Alison Tetrick and Matt Updike as they rode in this awesome charity event that actor and fitness buff Patrick Dempsey started a few ... Read more »]]>

Last weekend, Core Power proudly sponsored and activated at the Dempsey Challenge in Lewston Maine, joining cyclists Tommy Danielson, Ted King, Freddie Rodriguez, Kristin McGrath, Ally Stacher, Alison Tetrick and Matt Updike as they rode in this awesome charity event that actor and fitness buff Patrick Dempsey started a few years ago as a fundraiser for the Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing.

The Dempsey Center provides support, care, and education to anyone that is or has been affected by cancer, no matter where they were treated.  All proceeds of the Dempsey Challenge go towards the Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing.

This year’s Dempsey Challenge was able to raise over $1.1 million in fundraising money, and had a record number of registrants – 4,294! The event starts with a 5k/10k run/walk on Saturday and then wrapped up with a bike ride on Sunday – with people choosing from 10, 25, 50, 70 and 100 mile courses!

It was very exciting to be with Patrick and all of the very talented cyclists who rode at the event that weekend. In addition to having a booth at the event festival, Core Power sponsored one of the rest stops along the 70 and 100 mile rides. When Patrick came by to take a breather, he also restored his core with a Chocolate CP before getting sandwiched in for a photo shoot by a few of his adoring fans – check out the video below!

Video by Hawaiian photographer and videographer Shawn Pila, with ... Read more »]]> Here’s part two of our exclusive video interview with Craig Alexander, in which he talks about what he does to recover, and about his heading home to Australia to get back into his training. Enjoy!

After the World Championship Ironman Triathlon in Kona this last weekend, we caught up with Craig “Crowie” Alexander to get his take on the race, talk to him about his training and ask him about his new book, As the Crow Flies…

Here’s the first ... Read more »]]>

After the World Championship Ironman Triathlon in Kona this last weekend, we caught up with Craig “Crowie” Alexander to get his take on the race, talk to him about his training and ask him about his new book, As the Crow Flies…

Here’s the first of three videos, shot by Shawn Pila and with original music by Jordan Lopez and Luke Golden.