If you've followed my blog for a while now, you know that I am addicted to barre classes. And for those of you that aren't familiar with barre class, studios typically require you to wear socks, preferably sticky or grippy socks. Why? Well, for starters they certainly help you balance. Since you spend a lot of time on your toes, the grippy socks prevent you from slipping and sliding as you squat, tuck, plank and bend. Beyond that, some studios require socks for sanitary reasons. It's just for Read More
Things I’m Loving Lately + a Giveaway!
Currently loving this amazing pullover from Edje Activ. They make the cutest tanks and tops for barre class. I could wear this stuff all.the.time. (who am I kidding...I basically do!) I have a couple of their tanks, and I always get compliments at barre class. And use code thestylefiles15 for 15% off your order (and they always have free shipping.) Speaking of barre, so enjoying the classes at The Barre Code...and clearly others agree. Other things I'm loving lately? On decor: Brooke's Read More
Spread the #BarreCodeLove // Bring Your Friend + Babe to the Barre!
I've been loving my weekly classes at The Barre Code, and this month, I wanted to share a fun campaign they have going on at studios nationwide, along with a couple special classes offered by my local studio. It's particularly fitting with Valentine's Day around the corner and all... What is it? The Barre Code is celebrating self-love and body positivity with their #BarreCodeLove campaign. Whether you have a Valentine in your life or not, The Barre Code is on a mission to remind women Read More
The Barre Code // Free Classes, Giveaways and #ResolutionRemix2017 Challenge
Source: The Barre Code I don't know about you, but I'm ready to kick my fitness game in high gear in 2017. I'm signed up for my 4th half marathon in May and love the added benefit that barre brings to my training (more info on my post here). That said, the newly opened local studio I wrote about last month, The Barre Code Vernon Hills, is offering a great new class AND some free classes too in January! Check it out: First up- The Barre Code is studio of the month at Athleta! That Read More
Now Open: Barre Code Vernon Hills + FREE Classes // #LiveByTheBarreCode
I was super excited to hear that the northern suburbs of Illinois was getting a barre studio- The Barre Code to be exact. (Read about my experience at The Barre Code in the Third Ward here) Being the barre addict that I am, I ended up connecting with the studio manager Cassie and she set up a sneak-peek private class for some friends before the studio opened. We had the music pumping and our legs were a shaking…a great workout! I love The Barre Code for the fact that it not only offers Read More
Shopbop Sale // Fall Capsule Wardrobe Picks
Fellow shopping fanatics...Shopbop is having a sale! Details are at the bottom of this post, but it starts today, Wednesday, October 12th at 7 AM Eastern through Midnight, Friday October 14th with promo code is “MAINEVENT16.” And don't forget-- earn additional cash back on top of the sale with a free account at Ebates (2% back!) or Splender (6% back!) In an effort to not buy.all.the.things, I did a little window shopping and put together a few fall outfits that would fit within my capsule Read More
Mom Style #31 // Barre Addict Tank
Tank: c/o simplyWORKOUT {exact} Leggings: c/o Sweetflexx {exact} Sticky Socks: c/o simplyWORKOUT {exact} Tank: c/o simplyWORKOUT {exact} Leggings: c/o Sweetflexx {exact} Sticky Socks: c/o simplyWORKOUT {exact} Tank: c/o simplyWORKOUT {exact} Leggings: c/o Sweetflexx {exact} Sticky Socks: c/o simplyWORKOUT {exact} Tank: c/o simplyWORKOUT {exact} Leggings: c/o Sweetflexx {exact} Sticky Socks: c/o simplyWORKOUT {exact} It’s no secret that I love barre class. I’ve written Read More
2016 Health Pursuits: Fitness & Food
I know, I know. We are already three months into 2016. But I thought it'd be good to document my 2016 health pursuits when it comes to food and fitness. Here's where my head is at: Running: Hit several PRs last year and really enjoy getting some races on my calendar to look forward to. Since going back to work full-time, I doubt I'll be able to train for another half, but would love to get these races on the calendar: January: S-No-W Fun Run, Lake Geneva, WI (5 miles)- DONE! Time: Read More
