My kids took over my Nordstrom Anniversary photo shoot.

I tried on a lot of activewear and athleisure this week. Here are the pieces that really stood out for me. And there’s a common thread to almost all of them. While most of these looks work in the studio, they will really take me through the rest of my day in a stylish, yet comfortable way.

You are going to want to add these items to your shopping cart as soon as possible, if they aren’t already sold out.

It’s my turn and I don’t wait for the sun to come up to start my day of try-on’s at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale!

It’s the weekend before the big event… the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. I don’t know about you, but I plan on lots of rest and carb loading this weekend in advance of the big event that starts this week. I’ve been planning my buy and adding to my wish list all week long. You’ll want to save this post as I’m sharing what’s on my wish list, as well as tips and tricks for all things N Sale from someone who has been shopping this sale for over a decade.

It’s no surprise that many activewear brands are adding swimwear to their collections. These companies have mastered fit and performance using fabrics that are engineered to handle the most high impact workouts. The fabrics used in activewear are pulled and stretched and drenched and heated and washed again and again. So what’s a little sand, salt water and chlorine? That seems like an easy job for these activewear brands.

It’s been a goal of mine to tour the shore. So many Main Liners flock to the Jersey Shore May through August, and I know you fit babes are exercising while you’re there. Since I was already on a studio tour, I grabbed the kids and headed down the shore for a few days to do what I do best. I had 5 days to visit as many shore towns and do as many workouts there as I could.

This is my last week in Philly before I head down the shore to finish the month. I knew the city environment would bring diversity in studio personalities and types of classes, but I didn’t imagine just how special the workouts would be. The instruction, the energy, and the experience that I got in Center City, made sitting in traffic totally worth it.

This week, I spent time exploring the city neighborhoods after class. I took in some of Philly’s other offerings like nearby restaurants, spas and coffee shops. This Philly June Studio Tour is really shaping up to be something special.

For the past two years, I have mostly stayed on the Main Line during my June Studio Tour. This year is different. I am hitting the road and touring Center City, Philadelphia for the first part of the month, and the Jersey Shore for the second half. So buckle up and come along for this sweaty ride with me.

When two people mentioned to me how good SET Active is within days of each other, I knew I needed to give this L.A.-based brand a try… immediately! So I ordered a few pieces from each of their activewear styles so that I could educate myself and my readers on this activewear brand that everyone seems to be talking about.

If you need something that is easy, breezy, comfortable and flattering, shockingly, it’s the exercise dress that will satisfy all of the above. Learn all about this fitness fashion trend that isn’t going anywhere!

Running season is here. And while I don’t plan on running any marathons this year, as you know, I love me some outdoor spring running. Every year around this time, I assess the running shoe situation that has mostly been gathering dust in my garage over the winter months. Spring is a great time to get out with the old, and bring in all that is new in the running shoe world. And that is exactly my goal with this particular spring sneaker try on.

I had planned to write this post a while ago. I kept putting it off. Not exactly sure why. Was I not ready to commit to this one? maybe. Was I worried I couldn’t achieve this goal? definitely. Was I concerned how you all may react? uh huh. Learn what I am taking on this year. And find out what is going on in this area during the season of newness and rebirth!

Ladies, you want to run? You want to play tennis? You want to jump on that damn trampoline with your kids without peeing your pants? You can. And you may not need surgery or invasive treatments to do so! And even if you can do all of these activities without changing your underwear, there are things you should be doing now to strengthen the pelvic floor that will inevitably weaken as we age. So listen up!

In January, I made the short trip to New York City to check out Active Collective, a trade show featuring activewear and athleisure only. I don’t need to tell you the level of my excitement as I entered the showroom that afternoon. When I returned from New York after the show, I reached out to several of the brands that really stood out for me. Most of them were not on my radar before the show. And over the past few months, I have been putting their gorgeous clothes and fashionable accessories to the test — in hot yoga, at everyday living, on a run, and in a trap bar. I am so excited to show you some of my favorite pieces from lesser known, or newer, brands in this space that you should pay attention to.

Sleep was voted the most valued form of self care when I surveyed the group at the beginning of the month. So for the last blog post of this month of self care, I wanted to find the latest and greatest products whose sole purpose is to give us better nights of sleep. And I conducted a different kind of test than what I usually do for this blog: I rested. I chilled. I snuggled up on the couch. I even took a nap. All in the name of research! I really love February.

During this month of self care, the very first place I called to book was the newly relocated spa in Philadelphia called Modrn Sanctuary. Modrn (no that is not a typo) opened in November, but this innovative spa is not new. Owner, Alexandra Janelli brought her unique healing treatments to Philadelphia when her family moved here from New York City during the pandemic. And I am so grateful that Philadelphians now get to experience all of the enchanting services on the Modrn Sanctuary menu. Check out what I did for my nontraditional spa day at Modrn Sanctuary.

When you work out with your romantic partner, it’s been proven to boost your mood and improve your relationship satisfaction. Exercising with your partner builds trust, camaraderie and a bond from a shared experience. So with all of these benefits, let’s talk about a few places in the area where you can get a special workout or experience with your partner during this season of love, and beyond.

I just completed my 30 day virtual studio tour. Yep, I did a different virtual workout platform every single day in January, starting on January 2. Personally, I got so much out of each workout that I did. With the exception of the first week, every platform was completely new for me. This tour forced me to try workouts that I had heard about, or have been watching, or learned about from this community. So what were my favorites and am I continuing any programs now that the month is over?