I figured I'd kick my first post about my favorite things with a fitness edition. This felt fitting considering this blog basically started as just a diary about my workouts and somehow transformed into so much more than just running. I've linked the products on all titles of the favorite thing I'm talking about! Lululemon SpeedsMy local Lululemon store let me know they've recently changed the name to Speed Up shorts. When I tried the Speed Up short, it fit exactly as the Speeds did, fewh! Speed, excuse me, Speed Up shorts are my go to shorts. I like the length, the liner and the material. Speeds are my go to shorts, especially for races & long runs. I like the 2-way stretch and the 4-way stretch. One thing that surprised my about Speeds and Lululemon is the sizing. While I'd say their sizing is pretty consistent across the board for me. I had to go a size larger than I would have initially guessed. But once I got over the fact that size is just a number (no one cares what size you are if you're happy with yourself), I rock the fact that I'm a 6 in Lulu, loud and proud. The only con with these is they're a little expensive for shorts. Sometimes you can find them on clearance but most time these will set you back about $60. The quality and customer service from Lulu is FANTASTIC, so for me, the investment has been worth it. Here's a few pictures of me either pre or post race in my speeds. Talos Jump Rope
Thanks to a good jump rope, I’ve discovered that jumping rope is HARD. It’s such a good workout too. I also like it because you can learn tricks and switch things up. If you don’t have a good jump rope yet, I highly recommend incorporating one into your routine. Here’s a video showing some variations (and you can see how much I’m enjoying it). Lumo RunIf you follow me, I’m sure you’ve read my rave review of the Lumo run. This thing is incredible. Coming from a cheerleading and gymnastic background, I’m a sucker for good form. Heck, when I saw Cirque du Soleil, I cried watching the perfect form of the performers. It was stunning. With running, I wasn’t really sure what good form was, so I just fumbled my way through it. This lack of form was a big contributing factor to being injured pretty much all the time in 2015 and 2016. Since I’ve been using Lumo, my form has improved. My times have improved. My confidence in my running has improved. I’m recovering faster after races because I’m using good technique. Is my technique perfect? Nope! I still have yet to get all 5 aspects Lumo tracks into the green. I can’t say enough how valuable Lumo has been for me. I’m a Lumo ambassador (my opinions are 100% my own), if you use my code CWI10, you’ll get $10 off a Lumo of your own! Reflective JacketNow that it is starting to get darker earlier means it is important to stay safe if you're working out outside. Rob got me this AMAZING reflective jacket for Christmas. I honestly feel so safe running while wearing this because I know that people can see me. Mine is made by Kyodan. Unfortunately, it looks like they're not making it any longer but I've linked a similar one above. That wraps up my list of favorite things, fitness edition!
I'd love to hear from you. What are some of your favorite fitness related things? xoxo, Chelsea
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