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Jumpstart your fitness routine with these tips

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We all struggle with trying to get the motivation to get back in the fitness game after taking a year off, or even a few months off. Yes, it’s really hard to get back into the routine when you’ve been it out of it for while, but with the right amount of dedication, you can easily get back into the routine and get to work on your fitness goals. Here are a few tips that have helped me succeed:

1. Be kind to yourself. It’s important to set realistic goals for yourself. Celebrate your milestones along the way. You did one pull up? That’s incredible! Be proud of yourself. You’ll only get stronger and better in time. Remember if you miss a day or eat crappy foods another, you haven’t failed. Tomorrow is a another day to start fresh!

2. Keep your goals in mind. Each one of us has different reasons for wanting to get in shape, so allow that to motivate you! There are so many times that I wake up at 6am thinking how much I want to snooze and lay in bed for another hour but that extra hour won’t help get me to my goal. I think about my goals and how I want to look and feel and hope that desire to feel confident will trump the desire to sleep an extra hour. It’s ok if you only get a 20min workout. Once you start, it becomes easy to finish and you’ll never regret having worked out.

3. Commit to a routine you (actually) like. Don’t just run because you’ve been told running is the “best workout”, meanwhile it’s a drag and you hate it. There are a ton of cardio options, choose something you enjoy. One thing is certain, you won’t be able to consistently force yourself to do something you hate, so choose something you enjoy and it will be less of a chore. Try a few different workouts and find something that you enjoy. Personally, I go to the gym near my house 3-4 days a week doing BBG & weights. I’m also doing yoga 3 days a week at Hot8 Yoga in Beverly Hills. Side note, every so often I try new workouts and incorporate them into my routine. This keeps things fun and not dull. This combo is working well for me and has produced great results thus far.

4. Make it a part of your daily routine. If I don’t work out first thing in the morning or right after work, I already know it won’t happen. Typically, I lay out my clothes the night before for the gym (and work) or pack a gym bag so i have no excuses. Find a routine that works for you and stick with it. The only way you will stick to your routine is if you make exercise a part of your lifestyle.

5. Incorporate healthy foods. Working out is only a small part of the mix. It’s important to fuel your body with the right foods pre and post workout to see a change. Wherever you are with your diet, don’t start with a drastic change, start small and go from there. Eventually, you’ll get used to eating better and you’ll start feeling better. When you start feeling better, you will want to incorporate healthy foods in your everyday life.

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Lace

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Hi friends! It’s good to be back home for a little bit and back on the work grind. I was supposed to travel this weekend but with family coming in, I just wanted a little me time before heading out next week for work. I’ve got so much going on in my personal life that a weekend at home with my roommate and family is what I am looking most forward to. Thinking about maybe even going to a local winery, anyone know of any that are worth checking out?

I wore this look in Denver last week and I am completely in love with it. Ever have one of those outfits you just want to wear on repeat because you think no one saw it or it’s just worth being worn that many more times? This outfit is IT. I had been eyeing these distressed jeans for awhile and when I mean awhile they have been sitting in my cart for a few months. These are my first pair of Current/Elliott and so far I am loving them. They are so comfortable and form fitting. I sneaked into Neiman Marcus and as I walked by Alice & Olivia, I fell in love with this beautiful lace top. It’s lightweight and perfect for spring. A cute alternative to the Alice & Olivia lace blouse is this blouse, just as cute and perfect for spring. Looking for something a little dressier? This DVF blouse is on sale for under $160 and stunning!

Naturally, I went along with the rockstud look and it turned out so perfectly. Secretly, looking forward to wearing this look many times over to dinners and date nights (keep an eye out!).

 

 

 

 

 

jumpstart your fitness routine

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Kleenex Facial Cleansing Products

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Healthier looking skin is at the top of every woman’s beauty wish list and your cleansing routine just got even better thanks to the new line of Kleenex Facial Cleansing products! Whether you’re getting ready for work or coming back from a night out, there’s a Kleenex Facial Cleansing product to help you feel your best throughout the day, no matter what you are doing. These innovative products help reveal your skin’s natural radiance so you can face every day feeling your best.

I always struggle to find cleaning wipes that aren’t too oily or that don’t have too much fragrance. Yet, after years of applying make up I have not found a wipe that I enjoyed until I found Kleenex. They are the perfect new addition to my skincare routine. Their new eye make up removers make it even easier to get all that make up off from a night out!

Growing up with Kleenex and buying their products for as long as I can remember make me more confident to buy products from a brand that I trust and know.

Want to try out Kleenex’s new Facial Cleaning Wipes for yourself?  Head over here to shop all of these great Kleenex products!

Thank you Kleenex for partnering on this post. 

spring for chambray

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Hi Friends!

It’s been a little tougher than I thought getting my regular posts to you all. But, I’ve managed to get some wifi strong enough to get you all a post for today. I am writing you from the back deck of the boat overlooking the clear blue waters while listening to our neighbors country music. Despite a little rain we’ve been having or the snow some of y’all (thank you to #elnino), I’d like to think that spring is here and I’ve got the perfect chambray dress to dress up or down. I also love this J. Crew chambray dress (under $100 plus 25% off with code shopnow).  I paired my chambray dress with a pair of cute espadrilles, like  these (under $90) and just as cute as the Valentino’s without the price tag! I also love these Tory Burch espadrilles that are more similar to the ones I am wearing but still less expensive than Chanel (under $200). 

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I’ve linked some of my favorite chambray dresses (all under $100) and espadrilles and not to mention craving on so many camel colored bags! I’ll be back next week and posting more consistently again. I’ve got an exciting campaign I will be sharing with y’all soon as well as the reveal to my new site coming in a few weeks!

Elbow Patches

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So, I love a sweater that has some fun detail to it. I have been obsessed with this elbow patch sweater from Burberry (on sale here in a large for under $200) and wanting one in just about every color. I don’t usually steer towards the camel color but lately I have on a camel color kick, have you noticed? This sweater is perfect for attending work meetings then going to happy hour and even jumping over to dinner. Not to mention, it is lightweight and so perfect for these dreamy summer nights we have been having as we ease into spring. I paired my lightweight sweater with some rockstud suede booties (also love these and these) and a rockstud clutch (or this envelope clutch) in the same color tone. To top the look off, a red lip added just the right amount of color to the outfit.

I am focusing today’s post on the work & life balance. This is such an important topic for all of us as we tend to overcompensate in one area and not give enough attention to another area. Aside from blogging, I am a full-time career in real estate development (very much different from blogging), I keep an active lifestyle and manage to keep a social calendar with my friends. Sometimes I ask myself how I can keep it all together. I am very fortunate to work with my family and therefore they allow me to have a flexible schedule still putting in my hard work. I try to work out early mornings before heading to work, sometimes that doesn’t always pan out the way I intend for it to. If morning workouts don’t happen, then afternoon workouts occur and manage to get home at a reasonable hour to have dinner and work on my blog. Oh, and super helpful to carry your gym bag in your trunk!  I find it important to find a routine that works with your schedule and trying to not stir away from your routine. Of course, we all have those happy hours that are planned at the very last minute. Sometimes you will miss a workout but knowing that’s ok and not beating yourself up over it is so important. It’s important to do everything in moderation and to ensure that you are happy with what you decide.

 

Inside my beauty bag

 

 

Tomorrow on SomethingDashing, I'm sharing my favorites from the @mimichatter #beautybag with goodies from @essiepolish and @bliss_spa #mimichatter #beautybag #essiepolish #blissspa

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What’s better than being at work and getting deliveries for your blog? I’m not sure quite sure! I love getting gifts at work, sometimes I feel like a little child who gets a piece of candy or something like that but work has been so busy and overwhelming that seeing a little delivery come for me makes the day that much brighter. I will admit that I don’t invest a lot of time or money in beauty products. There are certain products that are worth the investment, but I wear very light make up. Having opened the box that came to my work, I saw a pop of color and completely fell in love with my Mimi beauty bag.

Mimi Chatter handpicked some beauty goodies and of those goodies my two favorites have to be the Bliss pads and the Pixi Beauty oil blend well excluding the super cute beauty bag. The oil has changed the way my skin feels and smells. It rejuvenates, restores and completely renews my skin’s luminosity. Also, not to mention the smell is incredible. It is a combination of sweet almond, pomegranate seeds and the smell of roses. It’s the perfect scent for an oil right before you head to bed. Prior to receiving this beauty bag, I had not heard of Pixi beauty but if you are looking to try this oil-blend, you can buy it here from Target.

My second favorite product from the Mimi chatter beauty bag has to be the Bliss ingrown eliminating pads.  So, I am pretty good about not getting ingrowns but we are all prone to getting one or two as we shave and wax. Whenever I have a visit with my waxing lady, she reminds me to exfoliate to avoid getting ingrowns. I have loved coming across these pads from Bliss since they are so simple and easy to use. After showering, simply rub over incoming stubble and you can use them daily between waxing and shaving. You can get your pads here from Ulta. They are also offering free Bliss Make Up Melt with any Bliss purchase until February 20.

If you love my beauty bag just as much as I do, email Mimi Chatter at VIP@mimichatter.com with “I want a beauty bag” in the subject line and they will add you to the list to get the next one! 

 

*In collaboration with Mimi Chatter. All opinions are my own.