winter workout wear …

  i love my lululemon as much as the next girl, but my wallet certainly does not!  lately though, i've noticed more and more retailers have products which look very similar to theirs.  as they say, "imitation is the sincerest form of a compliment"  which is why i'm loving the active line from target!  some of the pieces look exactly like those i've see at lulu lately!  i love the color selection for spring, and i promise the quality is just as good as lululemon, if not better (i.e. no see-thru pants! :) at a better price! speaking of the pants, my absolute favorite pair is from the C9 premium activewear line.  they're perfectly tight and have just the right amount of thickness to wear either running outside or underneath a cute top or sweater with boots.  they give lululemon's wonder unders a serious run for their money!
click below to shop a few of my favorites!





this week i'm linking up with these fabulous girls!

friday five ...

after leaving yoga the other day, i felt completely relaxed and at peace.  it had me wondering if there was a sequence i could do in the comfort of my own home and prior to bedtime to help me unwind and de-stress.  turns out there is such thing!  here is a yoga sequence to help drift off for a better night's sleep.  couple the yoga poses with these 20 sleep tips and you'll be sound asleep in no time.  sweet dreams!

speaking of yoga, check out these fun print pants and this pair from hard tail. super cute!

i recently burnt the sleeves of my bathrobe.  i can't believe i'm admitting this for numerous reasons:     

1. yup. i said it. my bathrobe. so not glamourous at all, but it's comfy and it's been sooo cold this past week! 

2. my husband is absolutely going to have words with me regarding how unsafe and dangerous this was. 

3. i've turned into my mother.  we joke because she has a "nice" bathrobe "for company."  say what?! 

anyway, i've been on the hunt for a new one.  i've been eyeing up this one from restoration hardware.  this one looks like it could rival the RH robe, but at a better price point. both look so plush and soft.  this one and this one  are at target and could be a perfect fit since they're both a great price and super 

cute!

ahhhhhhhhh…breakfast in bed.  admire the sunrise, maybe read the newspaper, flip through a magazine, lounge around in these pajamas (on sale!), drink coffee... doesn't that just sound heavenly?  reality check.  it's never happening.  at least not anytime soon for me.  with two toddlers who demand constant attention it's hard to find a peaceful moment (unless i sneak off for a solo run or yoga class!).  i'm lucky enough if i can get the coffee brewed before they're up and at 'em. but, in the event it was to happen, i would absolutely love it if one of these sinless protein pancake recipes found their way into my breakfast.  with fresh berries too please!

i am a sucker for sweaters.  i have tons and every season i buy a few more.   i am forever on the quest to find the most amazing, comfy, chunky sweater.  i love pairing it with a tshirt underneath and a pair of leggings and tall boots.  simple, easy, chic outfit done.  i think some of these could qualify: this grey and beige colorblock sweater, this cable turtleneck sweater, this creamy cardigan, this marled easy sweater, this cozy open front sweater, this cowlneck sweater and this cowlneck sweater. but, this cozy boyfriend sweater or this chenille sweatshirt may be my favorites.

once you're done with your snowball fight, shoveling, and building frosty outside in the snow this winter, warm up  with a tasty cup of hot chocolate by the fire. cyd from the sweetest occasion has collected 10 of the best hot chocolate recipes. have a look!  here's also a recipe for a "healthy" hot chocolate.

  pop on over to check out darci, natasha, christina, april and other great bloggers!

gift guide for fitness junkies ...

(lululemon ear warmer, asics sneakers, headbands, the mat, nike top, bkr water bottle, athleta tank top, the towel,  lululemon bag, jump rope,  asics sneakers,  athleta pant, beats by dre headphones, polar FT4 heart rate monitor, athleta zip-up, nike tights)

  here it is!  this post is full of gift ideas for the fitness junkie in your life.  i had the hardest time narrowing it down to the above products so here's more:

tops:  look here at this fabletics top.  Kate Hudson is a collaborator!  i'm loving this lululemon top here.  it looks so comfy & cozy! you can never go wrong with this underamour top here or this nike top here and here!  this is a fun top for yoga or the gym.

pants: love this lululemon pant! find a fun print on this athleta pant and these asics pant.  these underamour pants look perfect for winter running!

accessories: it's no surprise that i'm a lululemon junkie, especially their new online-only collection. check out this scarf, this bag, these legwarmers! i want it all!  these tights and these socks are super cute too!

happy shopping!

workout wednesday

Happy Wednesday!  As I mentioned previously, I've been trying to incorporate more yoga into my routine since it provides such a great stretch from all the running I do.  Here is a fun opportunity for you to practice outside for FREE! There are only two classes left in this series...be sure to take advantage of them!

Click here for more info!

Get out and go sweat!

xo
tara