|| Top: Beyond Yoga in heather gray || Jacket: J.Crew || Pants: Beyond Yoga in black-aviator green || Shoes: Nike || Earrings: Tiffany & Co. || Ring: Tiffany & Co. || Photos: Melanie Foster Photography ||
In July, I wrote a blog post about how to go from Pure Barre to running errands in a jiffy. When the Pure Barre studio opened up close to my house, I had no idea how much it would truly impact me. Last month, there was a challenge in the studio, take 20 classes in 31 days. Immediately I signed up, I wanted to challenge myself. And heck, my Type A personality loves a good sticker chart. Dear lord, I pray that my future children can be bribed by stickers, charts and gold stars, amen.
What I learned from completing my first 20 in 31 challenge:
1. I am way stronger than what I give myself credit for
2. It's okay to take a day off
3. The importance of surrounding myself with supportive people
4. Finding something to reward myself with after the challenge, keeping my eye on the prize (looking at you Beyond Yoga)
5. I am strong and beautiful and that should be celebrated
This past Saturday, we celebrated the end of our challenge with a custom long-sleeved t-shirt (thanks, Pure Bare), mimosas and a retail coupon for us to use at a later date. I will be using mine for another pair of leggings or a sleeveless workout top. Until recently, I had never splurged on workout wear. If you remember, I confessed that all of my favorite workout pants have come from Old Navy and I could never understand how anyone could pay $100 for a pair of workout pants. Well, it is time for me to insert my foot in my mouth. Y'all I have come over to the dark side! A few months ago, I treated myself to a pair of Beyond Yoga Spacedye Long Leggings. I am telling you, these babies are life-changing. They are high waisted and keep everything in place. The best part? You cannot see through them! Bless you, Beyond Yoga for creating a workout legging that feels like wearing nothing at all!
How cute is this little tied up hoodie? To be honest, I am not really into hoodies. I am more of a sweatshirt girl myself. When I felt slinky jersey material, I melted into a puddle of mush. It is so soft you feel like you are cuddling a littler of kittens or puppies (whichever furry friend is your jam). I wear this before/after working out while out and about town or on the weekends paired with high waisted jeans. It is perfect for those rainy days that are made for chilling at coffee shops. Since this hoodie is so lightweight, I paired it with The Downtown Field Jacket. I have had mine for a little while, and I realized it's back in stock. You will see this jacket all over Instagram from now until December, no joke! J.Crew low key calls it the "cool girl" jacket. Add it to your wishlist and be on the lookout for a good sale, this piece is worth it!
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