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JCrew Sale

While losing weight and getting toned is definitely a wonderful feeling, it can be very hard on the wallet. Just last year I spent more than I’d like to admit on new clothes from some of my favorite stores because none of my current clothes fit. Now, less than a year later, those new clothes are baggy and unbecoming while all my old clothes are suddenly new again.

I’ve decided to donate most of my business clothes to Dress for Success, a wonderful woman’s philanthropy organization which helps provide work clothes for women who can’t afford them otherwise.

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But, when it comes to the rest of my closet, I thought it’d be fun to offer some of the pieces to you all at a discount. Think of it as a blog sale of sorts.

Below you’ll find the pictures, along with the link to the item if it’s still available on the retailer’s website. I’m only posting a few as of now just to see if there is even interest. If you are interested in an item, please leave a comment below. I will do a flat rate shipping of $5 unless you’re located in NYC.

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JCrew Sequin Tank in Olive size M $45 sold

Tall JCrew bootcut jeans 31

JCrew White Bootcut Jeans size 31 Tall: $50

Jcrew city fit crop pants 8

JCrew Redish/Pinkish CityFit crop pants size 8: $25

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JCrew Stripe Sequin Boatneck Tee in Apricot and Off White size M $35 sold

Jcrew Jackie Cardigan

 

Let the selling begin and may the odds be ever in your favor! If you like these items, I have about 30 more! Also, please feel free to share this post with friends or RT as I’d love to sell everything!

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Get Your Good Going Almond Breeze and Lululemon Giveaway

This week has been one of my toughest weeks in a long time. I’m feeling a bit drained after a long work week, my body is feeling it physically as it fights off a cold, my travel season is just ramping up, and there are some other stressors that have me feeling a bit overwhelmed.

It’s during weeks like this that a few positive words of encouragement from friends and family are more than welcome.  Whether it’s a quick text, an email, a hug, or a phone call- a bit of motivation and a reminder that I have a support system is all it takes to turn around a rough week. Luckily, the folks at Almond Breeze think that once the good get’s going, it can’t be stopped!

They have a new campaign which has launched on Facebook, “Get Your Good Going” which allows people to spread the good by saying something nice to a Facebook friend. While doing so they can also enter to win a YEAR’S SUPPLY OF ALMOND BREEZE and a $1,000 gift card to spruce up their kitchen! How cool is that? It reminds me of the movie, Pay It Forward.

As you all know, I buy my Almond Breeze in bulk from Costco since I use it so often! While my favorite way to use Unsweetened Almond Breeze is in my smoothies, it blends perfectly in my morning coffee as well!

After spending over an hour on the phone with my mom the past two days, there was no question in my mind who I owed a thank you after seeing this campaign.

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Even though she still lives down in Savannah, Georgia my mom is my best friend. I can call her and talk to her about anything and she is patient and willing to help. Our relationship has definitely evolved over the past few years as I’ve established my life in New York City with Bo but at the end of the day she is my rock. When we’re together, it’s like nothing has changed and when we’re apart I still miss her daily. We read the same books at times just so we can have our own mini book club, we motivate each other to try new things and be better people, and she’s even gone zip lining and started doing yoga this year thanks to my influence! Lord knows, my husband wishes I had half the patience she has!

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In order to thank her, Almond Breeze is sending her a prize pack including a $25 Lululemon gift card and 3 Almond Breeze coupons.

But, the fun doesn’t stop with her! I want to let one of you enjoy a prize pack and share one with the person you want to thank.  You can enter two different ways and I’ll choose a winner Sunday, August 12th at 9pm!

  • Leave a comment below sharing your favorite Almond Breeze flavor.
  • ”I want to win #AlmondBreeze and a lululemon gift card from @healthyhappier! http://alturl.com/ar9ir”

This post is sponsored by Almond Breeze and the prize packs for giveaway are provided by Almond Breeze.  Though I was compensated for this post, the opinions about Almond Breeze’s almond milk are all my own.

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Physique 57 NYC

Since moving to New York City over three years ago, I’ve made my rounds to the different bar method studios in the city. Each time a new one opens I feel the need to give it a try, especially as more and more open near Gramercy.

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While I may try numerous different places, every single time my heart eventually leads me back to Physique 57, the very first bar class I tried back in April of 2009, when Bo was living down in the Financial District. I used to walk the mile to the Spring Street location and enjoy evening classes during my May unlimited package. During that month I took more than 15 classes and loved each and every one for the same reason: the level of instruction and attention to detail. All pictures courtesy of Well+Good.

Friday evening Well+Good NYC and Physique 57 hosted a group of bloggers for a class with the co-founder, Tanya Becker. This was such a treat as we had the opportunity to enjoy an intense workout while laughing and getting to know each other since many people were visiting the city for BlogHer. I loved sharing the class with them, especially those who questioned the light weights in the very beginning. This is definitely a high repetition class incorporating resistance training and deep stretching while working the entire body with small movements.

Even though it had been a year since I walked through the doors of Physique, as soon as I saw the familiar bar,  blue carpet, and playground balls I knew it would be a wonderful workout. While this was one of the most intense classes I’ve taken, I never once worried about injury or not “feeling a movement” as both Tanya and her assistant were circulating the class constantly, adjusting form and providing very detailed instructions.

Physique 57 and WellandGoodNYC.com bloggers event

I dare you to try one of their classes and leave without working each of your muscle groups or feeling your legs quiver. Due to the class diversity and instructors’ watchful eye this just isn’t possible. There are times when I wish I lived or worked closer to one of their New York City locations as I truly love every class I take and feel that after only one class I can feel myself standing taller and engaging my core muscles. I do not question whether I would see results equal to my personal training sessions. But, much to my wallets elation and my marathon training legs, taking regular classes just isn’t possible right now.

But, if you’re ever looking for someone to accompany you to a Physique 57 workout, just shoot me an email and I’ll be there! If you don’t think taking a class in NYC is in the cards, I can’t recommend their DVD’s enough! My favorite DVD is the Physique Arm & Ab Booster since it is only 30 minutes in length but includes 14 minutes of arm workouts that engage each and every muscle and leave my arms screaming by the end. You can read my full review here.

If you want to read more about Physique 57, check out the other review from Meghann, Caitlin, Gina, and Theodora!

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