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Workout Wednesday: 3 Ways to Motivate Yourself to Workout
Hi everyone and Happy Workout Wednesday! Today I’m sharing 3 ways to motivate yourself to workout because let’s be real here…we don’t get as excited for the gym as we do for our favorite TV show or dinner at our favorite restaurant.
- Get motivational materials! Buy an outfit you love and want to look great in or find one in your closet and try it on once a week or when needed! I would say that I have about 10 outfits already hanging in my closet that I would love to wear, but are too tight or make me feel self-conscious. I haven’t done this in a while, but over the summer I found a little white romper that I wanted to fit in/look amazing in for a specific event. I also owned a couple pairs of denim shorts that I wanted to look better in/not have to unbutton after lunch! So before I started a fitness and eating plan, I tried everything on and gave myself weekly goals. At the end of each week, I would try the pieces on to see my progress and I felt more and more motivated every time I saw how much I had progressed.
- Reward yourself! As if being fit and healthy isn’t rewarding enough…well it’s not. Haha! At least it’s not when I’m thinking about how much nicer it would be to sleep in a little longer instead of hitting the gym. Sometimes I need a little more than that so I tell myself that if I get up and go to the gym 3-4 times that week, I’ll treat myself to something I want on Sunday. The treat can be anything from brunch, dessert, clothing, or even just an hour longer of sleep.
- Look the part! You know the saying, “fake it until you make it”? Obviously we aren’t going to paint abs on ourselves, but it helps to have super cute active wear outfits to get you excited for going to the gym.
Speaking of looking the part, I’ve rounded up some of my favorite fitness looks and accessories below!
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I love how this bomber jacket gives my workout looks a sleek and edgy vibe! Plus it’s super warm in case you go running outside during these winter months. I’m wearing the size XS.
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Outfit: Zella ‘Cabana’ Crop Leggings | Metro Backpack c/o MZ Wallace | Alo Idol Bomber Jacket (also available here) | Black Nike Tennis Shoes | Similar Graphic Tee | Silver Ray-Ban Aviators | Metallic S’well Water Bottle
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I’m not going to lie to you… I literally only bought this S’well metallic water bottle because it makes me feel cooler, but isn’t that what all of this is about anyway! lol
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If you have never tried Zella leggings from Nordstrom, you are missing out because they super comfortable while still figure flattering and are much more affordable than most high quality active wear brands out there. On top of that, they also make cute trendy styles like these ‘Cabana’ Crop Leggings that I’m wearing in these photos. I wear the size S in most of their leggings, but could probably squeeze into the size small for a couple of pairs.
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I love wearing black running shoes with my black leggings because I think it makes the whole outfit appear more sleek and slimming.
The Adidas AlphaBounce Running Shoes
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The latest Adidas AlphaBounce running shoes are my new jam especially in this tan color! I’ve been wearing these in the black, but I liked them so much that when I saw the tan I had to scoop them up too! See my review on them here—> Three Ways To Help You Stay And Motivated During the Holidays
These bras are great for the gym as well as everyday wear! Just make sure to size up!
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These exact Air Max Thea SE shoes in rose gold are sold out, but they’re are available in other colors here—>Nike Air Max Thea & here
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My Top 16 Purchases Of 2016
Hi everyone, now that we’ve officially transitioned into a new year, I thought I would share my top 16 purchases of 2016 that I’m bringing with me into 2017 starting with the Jenni Saddle Bag!
- The Jenni Saddle Bag (designed by Haute Off The Rack in collaboration with Gigi New York)
Call me biased, but I love this crossbody bag that I specifically designed for traveling and the girl on-the-go.
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2. The BlankNYC ‘Morning’ Suede Moto Jacket
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This jacket has been one of my best outerwear purchases of the season because it goes with everything including our crazy Louisiana weather! I haven’t just worn it at home though. I brought it with me to NYC and everywhere else that I’ve traveled since I purchased it! Last seen styled (here). I’m wearing the sz S and it fits perfectly and I can still fit a thin sweater beneath it. Oh and did I mention that I own it in three colors? LOL That’s how good it is!
3. The Beauty Blender— can you believe that I never tried using one until this year? I can’t because I’m hooked and have no clue how I’ve gone my whole life without one. The Beauty Blender makes such huge a difference in the way that I apply my makeup as well as the end results.
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I haven’t been able to stop wearing these rose gold beauties. I’m wearing the sz 53mm in the photo above, but I also love my sz 50mm too!
5. Diptyque ‘Essences Insensées – Rose de Mai’ Fragrance (Limited Edition) Parfum and Diptyque Baise Scented Candle
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I first received the Baise Scented Candle as a gift for my birthday last year and I didn’t even wait for it to burn out before I ordered a second. It smells heavenly! I always like to light it when I’m cleaning or when we have company over. As for the Diptyque eau de parfum, I got a tiny sample of it in a gift bag and got so many compliments when I wore it that I decided to buy it. I think it might the most expensive perfume that I’ve ever purchased, but it’s totally worth it. It smells so chic and fresh.
6. Pure Silk Pillowcase— This pillow case is anti-aging, anti-sleep crease and anti-bedhead! Talk about the ultimate beauty sleep! Plus it feels so smooth and silky against my face at night. I know this pure silk pillowcase is kind of an investment considering the price, but we spend a third of our lives in bed so why not treat ourselves to the best kind of beauty sleep! After all, we deserve it!
7. The Topshop Camel Coat
Not only do I wear this coat with everything and everywhere, but I also loved it so much that I bought a second one in this burgundy color. I’m wearing the sz US 2.
See how I styled the burgundy version here—> Christmas Day Outfit Idea
8. Marc Fisher ‘Alisa’ Booties— I’m pretty sure that I never took these booties off during fall and I even got them in grey and black too! They run TTS! See the full post here—> Fall Travel Outfit
9. The MZ Wallace Metro Backpack— I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. The Metro Backpack is hands down the best travel bag ever! I never leave town without it and it also doubles as a great gym bag. See here—>Three Ways to Help You Stay Fit During the Holidays
10. The Adidas AlphaBounce Running Shoes
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The AlphaBounce running shoes are very comfortable and cushiony. Plus they look super sleek with my activewear looks. I’m also obsessed with them in the new tan color. For size reference, I ordered the size 6.5 for my first pair, which is my normal size. However, I’ve heard that for running shoes, you should always go a half size down because you want them to be nice and snug for extra support when running. With that being said, I could have easily gone with the size 6, but I don’t mind the 6.5, but with a thicker sock. I actually just bought a second pair in a different color and prefer the size 6.
11. Cami NYC Racer Camis & Velvet Tanks
To make a long story short, I ordered one of these Cami NYC Racer Tanks and then I never stopped. I’m pretty positive that I own one in every color as well as the velvet and these things aren’t cheap. That’s how much I love them! I consider all of my Cami NYC tanks year round wardrobe staples. I’m wearing a size S in the photo above, but I prefer the XS.
See how I’ve styled them in the below blog posts:
Fall Trends To Try: The Lace Tank
Trend Obsession: Lace Tanks & Bomber Jackets
12. Oribe Gold Lust Dry Shampoo & Dry Texturizing Spray | Dry Bar Dry Shampoo & Triple Sec
Dry shampoo… y’all, the addiction is real! My boyfriend doesn’t understand why I don’t just wash my hair, but he just doesn’t get it. Dry shampoo is my life and I don’t remember what I did before it. I even use it when it may hair is perfectly clean because I love the added texture. As for the dry texturizing spray, it just amplifies your dry shampoo and gives you something to work with when it comes to styling your hair. I tried the Dry Bar and Oribe brands for the first time year and they work amazingly. Plus they smell so good!
Always keep a good striped top in your wardrobe and feel free to add more when you come across super cute ones like this long sleeved top with side slits. It’s super comfortable ad comes in two other colors. I’m wearing the sz S.
14. Burberry Scarf
I have always coveted the Burberry Cashmere Scarf in the classic camel check color and this past holiday season I decided to finally bite the bullet and buy it. I’m so glad I did though because it’s a timeless accessory that I know I’ll wear in years to come. Plus I feel so luxe and grown up when I’m wearing it! LOL
15. Rebecca Minkoff Regan Satchel
The Rebecca Minkoff Regan satchel is the perfect everyday bag for the girl who always carries her life with her because it fits everything. I love it in this tan color and the grey.
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These leggings are so flattering and comfortable that I bought an additional pair in case anything ever happens these. I also bought a couple of a other styles too for active wear outfits. I’m wearing the sz S and I usually wear a sz 26 in jeans. I also love these Alo Moto Leggings that I own two colors as well.
See how I’ve styled them in the posts below:
His & Hers New Year’s Day Style
Chic Christmas Eve Outfit Idea
Secret Santa Game Idea For You & Your Friends
Bonus Purchase: BaubleBar Statement Necklace
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My Top Moments of 2016
Good morning everyone! With the year coming to an end, I thought I would share my top moments of 2016. I had to scroll through my blog and Instagram to remember everything I did and I could just cry at how wonderful of a year I had. I feel so blessed to be in a position where I can be creative, travel the world for work and still have plenty of time to visit with friends and spend time with family. For my top moments, I’m going to start from the beginning of the year and work my way down to December.
My first ski trip with Blake and our friends in Breckenridge, CO. See the full pos there—> Breckenridge, Colorado Ski Trip Review
I had never been on a bachelorette trip before and I got experience my first one in Palm Springs, California with one of my good friends Nikki of My Style Diaries. See the full post here—>Palm Spring Trip Recap
Jobson’s Cove in Bermuda is one of the most breathtaking places I have ever visited and I got to experience it with my best blogger friends! See all three posts below:
Bermuda Style Instagram Round Up
5 Things To Pack For Tropical Summer Getaways
I usually never attend those two-week-long vacations with my family, but two weeks with my family can sometimes feel like two weeks too long! LOL However, when they mentioned they were heading to the Dominican Republic, I jumped at the opportunity. See the full post here—>Dominican Republic Vacation Review
I’m not going to lie…Key West was hot. Like really hot! Like I’m not sure if I’ve ever officially cooled down from that trip! Haha! However, it was quite the trip to remember from missing our first flight because we had too much luggage and seeing the smallest airport in the world to trying key lime on a stick and eating fish tacos for every meal. It was the first time Krystal (A Pinch of Lovely) and I had ever been on our together in a place that we’ve never been so we learned a lot that trip and I’ll never forget it! See the full post here—>Key West Travel Review
Traveling with the TRESemmé team to Miami Swim Week and getting interviewed for E!News definitely sits near the top of the best moments of 2016 list! See all of the posts from Miami Swim Week Below!
Behind The Scenes with Beach Bunny Swimwear at Miami Swim Week
Backstage at Frankie’s Bikinis ‘Summer of Love’ Show With TRESemmé
My Summer Hairstyle Tutorial With TRESemmé & E!News
Designing the Jenni Saddle Bag with Gigi New York and launching it in California with Blake and my blogger besties also sits at the top of best moments of 2016 list! See the post below:
The New Gigi New York Jenni Saddle Bag
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Working with TRESemmé has been long time goal of mine so getting to work with them twice in 2016 in both Miami and New York felt like a huge accomplishment! See all the posts below!
Holiday Party Hairstyles With TRESemmé
Holiday Party Style: The Milkmaid Braid
Getting to show Blake around my favorite city definitely sits at the top of my list! I love NYC so much and go multiple times a year so it was so fun getting to share one of my favorite places with him. Oh and we booked tickets to Italy and Greece this summer so I have a feeling that our upcoming travels together will hit the top of my 2017 list.
Thank you all for following along with my adventures throughout the year! What are some of your best moments of 2016?
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Three Ways To Help You Stay Fit And Motivated During The Holidays
Good morning everyone, today I’ve partnered up with Finish Line to share a review on the new Adidas Alpha Bounce running shoes along with three ways to help you stay fit and motivated during the holidays. I know I haven’t posted a ‘Motivational Monday’ post in a while, but I figured we could all use a little pep talk this week with Thanksgiving and the start of the holiday season coming up this Thursday. I know it’s hard to not let Thanksgiving dinner and holiday treats get the best of you, but at least you can always work off those extra calories by hitting the gym. The trick is to keep yourself motivated throughout the season! Check out what keeps me motivated to workout below.
Three Ways to Help You Stay Fit and Motivated During the Holidays:
1) Nothing motivates me more than a new pair of running shoes and some cute activewear! The Adidas AlphaBounce running shoes are super comfortable and cushiony. Plus they look super sleek with my activewear looks. Not to mention that they’re currently on sale! Just wait until you the price in your cart on FinishLine.com. For size reference, I ordered the size 6.5, which is my normal size. However, I’ve heard that for running shoes, you should always go a half size down because you want them to be nice and snug for extra support when running. With that being said, I could have easily gone with the size 6, but I don’t mind the 6.5, but with a thicker sock.
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2) Give yourself “doable” weekly workout goals. For example, if you have a busy work schedule, don’t give yourself a goal of hitting the gym five times a week. Instead of setting yourself up for potential failure, try and commit to three days a week and maybe an extra long walk with the dog or your workout buddy, which brings me to my last and most important tip!
3) Recruit a workout a partner so that you have someone else to hold you accountable for your workouts. Plus it’s so much nicer to workout with a friend versus working out alone. I’m much more likely to get myself in the gym or stay longer at the gym if I’m working out with a buddy. I also love going on early morning walks or bike rides with my neighbor.
Bonus Tip: Make a deal with yourself that every time you put on active wear clothes for the day, you actually do something active instead of just running your errands while rocking the “athleisure” trend! Don’t worry, I’m guilty of this too!
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Adidas AlphaBounce Running Shoes c/o FinishLine | Racerback Bra c/o Spanx (also available here) | Rose Gold Headphones | Metro Backpack c/o MZ Wallace
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Adidas AlphaBounce Running Shoes c/o FinishLine | Similar Black Crop Leggings | Similar Black Down Vest | Grey Pom Beanie | Metro Backpack c/o MZ Wallace | 1/4 Grey Zip Pullover
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Adidas AlphaBounce Running Shoes c/o FinishLine | Similar Black Crop Leggings | Pink Down Vest | Grey Pom Beanie | Metro Tote c/o MZ Wallace | 1/4 Grey Zip Pullover
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Photos by: Michelle Preau
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