iTrainFor a healthy, happy pregnancy

This post brought to you by The North Face. The content and opinions expressed below are that of The Fitnessista. When I’m in my non-pregnant state, there’s usually a fitness goal I’m working towards, whether it’s smashing a strength or speed PR, increasing muscle definition, focusing on consistency, or adding new classes into the mix.…

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Blogiversary giveaway: TRX!

Finishing out the fiesta with one last awesome giveaway… I’m so so happy you’re enjoying the Blogiversary giveaways so far! Today’s giveaway is a very special one, as it’s a fitness tool I’ve been loving and incorporating into my own routines for the past couple of years. We’re fortunate to have them at the gym…

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Working out with North Face

This post brought to you by The North Face. The content and opinions expressed below are that of The Fitnessista. I’m always on the prowl for new and fun at-home workout options. I’m thankful to have memberships at a couple of studios where I teach, but when I want to get in a quick naptime…

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The North Face Mountain Athletics + an awesome giveaway

This post brought to you by The North Face . Read on for the details + an awesome giveaway opportunity! Hi friends! Hope your day is going well so far! As the season starts to get warmer, many of us will be taking our workouts outside. It’s a great way to get some fresh air, change up your…

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Palo verde pollen party

Hi friends! Happy Monday! How was your weekend? We are getting back from a whirlwind trip to Tucson. (see those little yellow blossoms? The hood of our car is still covered in them, despite driving down I-8 for many miles. Souvenirs haha.) Kyle was in town for a wedding, so we had to drive down…

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for the love of earth

Hi friends! How’s the day going? Happy Earth day! I’m always trying to think of reasonable ways for our family to be more “green,” and this is always a nice kick in the pants to do what I can to reduce my impact on Mother Earth. Some of the things I’ll be working on this…

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Winter Shape Up 2015: Week 2

Hi friends! Welcome to Week 2 of the Winter Shape Up! Anne and I are loving all of your amazing check-ins and posts. Keep up the great work! Remember, you already did the hardest part, which is getting started. Keep the momentum going! Just like this cute little powerful penguin 🙂 You can jump into…

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Savory Goat Cheese Veggie Dip

Hi! How’s the afternoon going? It’s been a great day with my little sidekick. 🙂 This morning involved playing birthday fairy, which involved a solo trip to the mall. It was luxurious to smell candles with both hands, and I loved picking up a couple of birthday surprises for the little lady. (PS all she…

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Holla for La Jolla

Hiiiii friends. How’s the day been? Hope you’re having a happy Monday. I taught a fun and sweaty BODYPUMP this am, we went to Liv’s yoga class, ran a couple of errands, and are chilling here during naptime before I head off for spin. Thank you again to those of you who participated in the…

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2014 Holiday Gift Guide: for your pregnant friends

(or yourself!) Hi! How’s the day going? Hope you’re having a lovely Monday. This is the last 2014 gift guide: gifts for your expecting friends (or yourself if you have a little one on the way!). Before I had Liv, I was stumped as to what to gift my friends who were pregnant at the…

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Friday Faves

Hi! Hope you’re having a very happy Friday! Keep those giveaway entries coming! I’m excited to pick the first round of winners tomorrow. In typical Friday fashion, here are some faves from the week and around the web. I always love to hear about what you’re enjoying, too, so please feel free to shout out…

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Representing the West Coast + a Fitbit Charge giveaway

This post is sponsored by Shape/Men’s Fitness Fitbit Charge Challenge through a campaign with Fitfluential. As always, all opinions are my own. I also included a special giveaway at the end for ya, too! It’s not really a secret that I love fitness trackers. Needless to say, I was really stoked when I received the…

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