Take all my Monies

If you’re anything like me, you’ve spent a lot of unnecessary money on Amazon during quarantine. From yoga pants to building my at home gym to plants — I’ve bought it all. And I’d like to share my favorite finds with you!

Let’s get down to business!

Clothes

Yoga Pants: All I wear right now are yoga pants. I’m either working, working out or going on walks with my dog so if you think I’m going to wear real pants, you are insane. These pants are honestly similar to Lululemon Align and are 1/3 of the price! I’ve bought 4 pairs and am absolutely obsessed! Buy now, they sell fast!

Joggers: The same brand of those amazing yoga pants makes joggers! I love these because I have a booty and most joggers can look really frumpy on me. These are tight enough to be flattering in all the right places and again the fabric mimics the align collection from Lululemon

Fitness

Fitness Bands: I love fitness bands but can never find any that last long or are heavy enough. Recently discovered these and won’t go back! They’re heavy, sturdy and while I’ve only had them a week — I really think they’ll last!

Kettle-bell: I love kettle-bells. They’re so versatile. I own a 20lb and will probably buy one that’s a little heavier.

Beauty

Acne Patches: I read about these from an influencer and have had some hormonal acne so I was quick to hit buy. I can definitely see a difference with these overnight!

Dr. Jart Face Masks: I am obsessed with Dr. Jart products. My skin cannot get enough of these. I love this pack of 6 specifically because they’re many options. Whatever your skin needs, it’s got you covered!

Plants

Fox & Fern Stand: This mid century modern stand and pot are a little expensive for my taste but I’m so in love with the quality and look that I went for it anyways. I am new to the plant game so realistically I didn’t know how expensive things were.

Fox & Fern Pot: The stand and pot come separately and if you buy them both at once you can get 10% off. It’s still going to run you close to $80 but the quality is worth it. I end up buying plants at Home Depot or a local nursery for really good prices to offset the stand/pot.

What are yall buying on Amazon right now? Share your secret must haves please!

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More and more lately I've heard women in my Pilates classes talkin about their workouts affording them the luxury of food.  They talk about earning a meal because they completed a workout.  

I've not always had the best relationship with food.  I've binged, deprived, limited, followed trendy diets - I've done it all.  But what I know now is that food is fuel.  Food is not meant to be earned.  It's not meant to be feared.  Food should not control you.

It is my hope that we stop teaching women they have to live and die by calories and carbs and that they must complete some grueling workout in order to enjoy a meal.  Fitness and food are to be enjoyed.

If you're raising a little boss babe, teach her to love her body and the things it needs to maintain a healthy happy status quo.  Teach her it's ok to eat the donut without running 5 miles to makeup for it.  Don't shame her for eating too much - teach her that eating the foods nature provides us are meant to be enjoyed until you're full!  

My relationship with food, fitness, and my body continues to change.  Thankfully, for the most part, it's healthy.  I eat a lot.  I workout a lot.  But I don't limit myself.  I don't force myself to workout as punishment.  I eat carbs.  I truly look forward to my Pilates and spin classes.  I get outside and I walk.  I cook with fresh ingredients.  Sometimes I eat donut(s).  

I've changed the narrative for myself.  I took back control.  Only I determine what role food plays in my world.