March 30th, 2010
Over the past week I’ve been thinking about some of my favorite things. The items or workouts or meals that just make everything in my life feel better.
Lululemon Pants
All workout pants are not created equal. If they are made with too much cotton they do not wick sweat away. If they are too elastic they cut into your waist. Most are too short for my long legs and on the flip side, many are too long for my shorter friends. I’ve found that Lulus answer all of these problems.
Now, before I go on and on about them, let’s be honest, they are not cheap. They probably cost the same as my work slacks. But man are they worth it. First, they come in three lengths (short, medium and long). Second, you try them on in the store, get the length adjusted, and the store and will hem them for free. Third, they are the most comfortable spandex-like pants I’ve ever worn. Fourth, they really do wick the sweat away. Fifth and most important, they are SO flattering to any body type. Nothing makes me happier than putting on my Lulus and heading out the door to workout.
Zappos.com
Seriously, if you are not ordering shoes here, you are crazy. This favorite goes hand in hand with my Asics sneakers, which, of course, I ordered from Zappos. There is nothing more frustrating than training in sneakers that do not fit right or that give you shin splints. I have found that Asics are the best brand for my needs and that Zappos is the place to buy them. Not only are they super cheap, but my order always arrive within 48 hours of when I place it. I love when that package arrives with a brand new pair of sneakers!
Breakfast
Hands down, breakfast is my favorite meal of the day. Now give me breakfast at a restaurant, after a killer workout, and I am in heaven. There is a restaurant here Boston called Zaftigs I frequent at least once/week. I almost always order an eggwhite omelette with mushrooms and onions with either oatmeal or whole wheat toast and a side of strawberries. In fact, that is where I went this morning. What makes Zaftigs so great is that I can go and get a healthy breakfast, albeit one I could make for myself, but come one, it’s always better when someone else makes it. And to top it off, they have the most amazing coffee!
New Music
Let’s face it, music can make or break a workout! Especially if there is nothing new out that you are digging. Other than Lady GaGa, there hadn’t been a lot of new music out there I was enjoying. Then this week I finally found some new music.
- Timbaland’s “Cary Out”
- Jason Derulo’s “In My Head”
- Trey Songz’ “Say Ah”
Gym Boss
I believe I’ve mentioned it before, but this little gadget is fabulous. From timing my cardio intervals to Tabata lifts to just about anything, I am in love with this gadget.
So what about you? What are your favorite gadgets/clothes/meals? What is that thing that just makes you happy?
Hi Amy, I LOVE my Lulu’s too! They don’t make my favorite style any longer though. They really are universally flattering, crazy as that sounds. Just enough spandex to keep our butts nice and smooth. I’m going to try Zappos for shoes! Can you believe I have never ordered shoes from them? TLM loves and only wears Asics to run and train. I love breakfast too. And lastly, I am working on a pulling together new music for the pod right now, so thanks for these.
Very cool post Amy! Lulus are my favorite pants period. I’ll even wear them to work with cute flats on days that I don’t have meetings or events. Even though they are extremely flattering, they keep me motivated! Also, I love my converse sneakers. On leg days, especially when I am hitting the squat rack heavy, they are my favorite accessory and enable me to be more stable unlike my Nike shox. Can’t work out without my mesh Reebok hockey hat either… I look like I’m on a mission! My boyfriend just bought me a new (pink of course) iPod shuffle for Valentine’s Day. It’s the perfect size and I don’t have to spend an endless amount of time trying to find the perfect song/playlist.
I need to try some Lulu pants. I’m really REALLY hung up on Brasil Sul’s wide waistband pant. I swear they make you a size smaller (comfortably), they make everything look better
, they wash well and dry super quickly (supplex), they can be casual pants too (that don’t wrinkle when travelling), and they stay up during workouts (even plyos)–one of the few Brazilian designed pants that aren’t too low or clearly “just for looks”. You can find Lulu for less on eBay. I’ve gotten several Lulu tops that way. I’m an Asics girl too, still wear ‘em for plyo-y workouts. But you know I’m all about those Five Fingers now for everything else! Lastly, I’m SURE that my Vita-Mix will be one of my fave things. Only days until it gets here!!! 
Oh, I’d like to take credit for telling Kas about the Gym Boss.
Heather, you do get total credit for the Gym Boss and I will have to try finding Lulus on Amazon.
Kristina, I’m not a hat person, but there are days I wish I was wearing one, to make people leave me along. lol
Seanna, def. get those songs, they are great!
Wow thanks for an awesome article…I was just thinking how I desperately need new workout pants and I never shop!! I am still wearing VS yoga pants that are well over ten years old! I know that sounds horrible! So I will try Lulu. Also never ordered shoes before, love my Asics Gel Kayano. My ipod, can’t live without breakfast! Love that to start my day. And Jodi was on my favorites list when I had her for my coach!!! Now she is my favorite on my friends list of incredibly wonderful women I know, although wish I still had her coaching me!! One of these days, my goal is to have Jodi in the gym with me on leg day pushing me to my limits!!! Thanks again for all your wonderful blogs!! They are entertaining and priceless!
You ladies are too much.
Pants – I’m the opposite of you ladies – too short and wide to fit in the pants … working on the wide part – can’t do anything about the short part. I have to agree that Lulus are great and worth the $$. I also like Carushka bodywear stuff.
Zappos is a great site and especially if you are a shoeaholic (like me). Luckily my apartment cannot hold any more.
Favorite meal …. hmmm … taking the fifth on this one.
Music … working on this.
Gym Boss …. now I know you ladies are trying to kill me because I have one and it’s like having a slave driver on me. But when I have finally recovered I’m so glad I am done but by then I am speaking with my Jamaican accent.
Rosie, I am the same way as you are, w/ the gym boss. I hate it while using it but love it when I’m finished!
Lynn, go get some Lulus!
Amy – the inventor of the Gym Boss is a cruel person
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I would love the Gym Boss! You mean it’s not Jodi?? LOL You girls are totally awesome!! Man, I am loving your blogs!!! what a treat!!!
I just ordered my first pair of lululemon’s this week….now if they’d just get here!
Heather…I’m a Magic Bullet junkie but the blades are fading fast. I’ll be waiting anxiously for your review of the VitaMix.