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8 Lessons From Arnold Schwarzenegger That Will Set You Up For Success
“I never believed I was average, and that alone is a big reason I wasn’t.” -Arnold Schwarzenegger
Very few of us are ever able to feel like we accomplish the majority of our goals. And, whether we want to admit it, life is a game of trial and error. So, it’s easy to get caught up in the errors and frustrated by the trials.
But, if you learn from those who have repeated, timeless successes, their mindset usually leaves clues about how they were able to apply different rules to the same game.
Arnold Schwarzenegger is the ultimate example of someone who has created opportunities throughout his life. And, while no one needs to replicate his path, the way he approaches situations, obstacles, and challenges is a masterclass in mental mastery.
“No matter what, I had to prove to myself that I’m extraordinary. There is no normal,” Schwarzenegger shared in an exclusive interview for Ladder.
The mind is a powerful thing, and Schwarzenegger has leveraged an unbreakable mindset to seemingly create a competitive advantage over the universe. As someone who started with nothing when he immigrated to the United States, his belief in himself has made the world apparently bend to his will — and not the other way around.
“Always think of yourself as special. And think, ‘I’m going to prove to myself and the rest of the world that I can do it.’”
Even at 72 years old, the bodybuilder-turned actor-turned governor-turned activist continues to believe there’s more that he can accomplish — and it’s likely the main reason he continues to add new achievements to his resume.
Here are 8 lessons that I took away from my interview with Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Don’t Think About Difficulty
“There’s an advantage of doing things automatically,” says Schwarzenegger. “I have a routine where you don’t have to think much — if at all. [Routines] are the foundation of a house.”
Schwarzenegger has built his life on habits and routines that have made him a creature of habit and efficiency.
Whether it’s his workouts — delts and arms one day, chest and back and calves another day, abs every day, and an extra 30 minutes of cardiovascular exercise at night — or checking email and catching up on news, Arnold has built-in expectations for his day.
“Add as many of those routine things as possible because you do them without ever thinking about them. This is your daily schedule. Like breathing.”
While this isn’t earth-shattering, his mindset towards creating habits isn’t what you’d expect.
Whereas you might consider certain habits as difficult to build, that’s the first step in guaranteeing that it’ll be harder to adopt change.
“People should realize that I don’t have sympathy for ‘difficult.’ There are a lot of things in life that are difficult,” adds Schwarzenegger.
“If you want to build routines, you need to change your expectations. Are you going to back off every time something is difficult? Or, are you going to be the person who looks at something that is difficult — or the most difficult — and say, ‘I’m going to go and do it and prove it to myself.’ That’s how you build habits. “
“Don’t ask should or shouldn’t I. You just do it.”
Make Things Automatic
Part of Arnold’s legendary focus is a byproduct of his routines. But, just as importantly, it’s knowing what’s fixed in life — and when you need to put additional time, energy, and creativity into the non-routine aspects of your day.
To help you understand the importance of automated experiences, Arnold shared his experiences in politics.
“When I was Governor, I had fixed funds on what you could spend on certain programs like education. It’s a fixed expenditure. Same for healthcare and prisons.”
“I had something like only 8 percent of discretionary funds. There’s very little wiggle room. But, knowing what is automatic and knowing what is not help you focus,” says Arnold.
And that’s the way it should be with your daily routine. He recommends creating as many fixed moments in your day. Then, you have fewer aspects where you need to dig deep, be creative, and come up with custom solutions.
You might see this as a limitation, but Arnold sees it as an advantage. Less variation means more focus. And the more you can focus on fewer things, the more likely you’re able to create a bigger impact.
Doing Isn’t Enough. Effort Influences Value.
I asked Arnold about something most people don’t know about him, and he shared his love of art and painting. But, that’s not what stood out to me (even though I was impressed by his painting). It was how he thinks of his time spent creating art for others.
“Today, it’s easy to go to a store and buy a gift or go to the flower shop and get flowers. You used to go out and pick flowers and put them in a vase. It’s all flowers. But, my mother was in heaven that we made an effort to go out and make the gift.”
Arnold understands that output isn’t the only measure of success. Your effort is also an important part of the equation.
“You must try to make an effort in everything you do, especially things for others. When you find pottery and paint on that, they know you spent hours on that. It makes a difference. It takes effort and people really like that.”
Be Unconventional
According to Arnold, more than 50 years ago, no one worked out in the morning. Gyms didn’t open until 10 am, so the entire structure of the day was based on rules that, as it turns out, didn’t exist for a good reason.
Arnold broke down how back then, people believed that you were weaker in the morning. It wasn’t until he lived with his idol, Reg Park, that he started squatting 500 pounds at 5:30 am, and his entire workout schedule adjusted.
The shift helped him remove limiting beliefs about his body, which, in turn, helped him understand that most limitations are self-conceived. This even led to some unreal 3 am workouts as an actor.
“If you think you can’t do something, you won’t. But, if you try to do something different, you might be surprised how much what you thought was a limitation wasn’t real.”
Goals Aren’t Enough. Have a Vision…
“Arnold, you’ve been asleep 16 hours. Something went wrong with this non-invasive procedure…you had internal bleeding, and in order to have you not die, we had to open you up.”
In the most powerful moment of our discussion, Arnold shared how his “routine” heart surgery took an unexpected turn and he was faced with a difficult comeback prior to filming the latest Terminator film.
When he was awakened after 16 hours, his immediate response wasn’t what you might think.
“Wait a minute, in three-and-a-half months, I’m supposed to be in Budapest to shoot Terminator 6. But, they are saying it takes 6 months to recover.”
While it might seem like Arnold wasn’t thinking about the big picture and overall health, it was — in fact — the opposite. He was visualizing where he needed to be as a way to return to health.
“I always look for motivation. If you have no motivation, then it’s hard to get going under those circumstances. You’re down and you have a major setback. And the vision is what can bring you back.”
“If you have no goal, you have nothing. You have to know where to go. You need a vision.”
…But, Focus on Small Wins
Once you have your vision, then you need to put in the reps or mileage. This is exactly what Arnold, whom many consider the greatest bodybuilder of all-time, had to do in order to recover from his heart surgery.
“I asked the doctors, ‘When can I get up?’ And the doctor says 3 to 4 days. People don’t die from the procedure; they die from pneumonia and lungs filling with fluid,” recalls Arnold.
“I’m going to be up tomorrow and I’m going to be walking. Get me a walker. And that’s what I did. I went for walks, would lie back down, rest, and then get back up for another walk. I was a fanatic. I built up to 2-hour walks. Then, I traded the walker for a cane.”
Within 6 days he was out of the hospital. Just 3 weeks later he was working out with light weights. And, as he promised, three-and-a-half months later, he was on set for Terminator 6.
“The director said, ‘I can’t believe you had open-heart surgery three-and-a-half months ago,’” says Schwarzenegger.
“We all have setbacks, but, if you have a very clear vision and a clear goal, then you put in the reps, you can come back.”
Find Your “On Switch”
Despite his success, Arnold isn’t immune to having down moments or aging. But, it’s his ability to adapt and be self-aware that allows him to keep on thriving.
“When I hit 50, I realized I was not able to come back as quickly at 2 am for filming after 2 hours of sleep. So I said, ‘I will never sleep again at night when I’m filming.’ But, I needed something to give me a spark.”
That spark was chess.
“The more chess I played, the more alert I was and able to come to the set fully charged because my mind was ready from all the chess. I remembered the lines 100% and the physical work felt 100%.”
“You have to figure out what it takes to be on. When you have a setback or feel sluggish or mentally tired, you must find a way to recharge.”
Busy Is OK. Distracted Is Not.
In the 1970s, Arnold found himself overwhelmed with bodybuilding, acting, buying real estate, and building construction.
“A lot of things were coming together at once. I was overloaded,” recalls Schwarzenegger.
At that point, Arnold turned to meditation, something he has discussed in the past. For a year, he would meditate 20 minutes in the morning and another 20 minutes at night. Whereas many might find meditation beneficial for its ability to calm and destress, Arnold found another invaluable benefit that continues to help him today.
“[After meditating] all of a sudden, I could focus on one thing. I could do real estate and not be thinking about bodybuilding When training, I wasn’t thinking about acting. I got really focused and learned how to focus, and it made me better at everything I did.
“Knowing how to focus on one thing at a time has made me better at everything I did.”
Conclusion
Whatever you take away from Arnold, the foundation of his mindset is rooted in something we can all possess: confidence. And it’s that confidence that has allowed Arnold to take chances and push himself to heights no one could’ve ever imagined — except maybe himself.
“Prove to [the world] that there are extraordinary things that can happen because that’s when they can.”
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Stay-At-Home Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
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Hi friends! How’s the day treating you so far? I hope you’re having a good morning. The weather has been warming up a ton here in Tucson, so the girls have been staying cool by playing with the hose, the unicorn sprinkler, and I ordered them a little inflatable pool that should be here today. If this continues, we’ll be hopping the wall at my parents’ houses to use their pools. 
I was brainstorming Mother’s Day ideas since it’s just around the corner. It’s going to be a different kind of Mother’s Day this year and some of the things I’d usually request (a great restaurant brunch, nap, get-together with our whole family, and a spa service gift card!) are pretty much off the table for now. I thought I’d share some of the ideas I’ve thought of if you’re trying to plan something special, or if you want to send it along to the hubby as a “wink-wink, here are some ideas” kinda thing. There are lots of lower-cost and free options included in this gift guide, too. I’d love any ideas you have for Mother’s Day (especially for our moms and grandmothers!) during this weirdo time.
Stay-At-Home Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
The daily uniform! Fashion is a liiiiittle different (at least for me!) these days. I’m living in loungewear and athletic clothes. Here are some of my fave picks:
Athletic clothes:
– My fave sneakers ever. I wear them for workouts and for life. The kids also have pairs and LOVE them. The kids’ ones wash extremely well – I throw them in the washer and let them air dry- and they’ll continue to be their go-to sneakers when/if we ever go back to school. *laugh emoji* *cry emoji*
– These are the best everyday tees. I have so many of them and they’re awesome for lounging/everyday. If you’re in between sizes for lululemon, definitely size down (I wear a 4 or 6 in lulu and order 4s for these).
– Athletic shorts that aren’t too short and are available in different colors and patterns. I’m wearing these in the color Cassis while I write this post. I also got paint on them during our cabinet painting, which is totally my fault, but still a bummer.
– The best leggings!! They’re not see-through, are supportive, and have a super flattering high waist.
– A comfy tie dye sweatshirt. These are all the rage right now and I’m HERE for it.
Comfy pajamas and loungewear:
– The best everyday summer pajamas. I have a few pairs of these and love that they feel put-together (like hey, my pajamas match! #littlewins) but are very comfortable and practical.
– Slippers. These ones are water resistant and feel like walking on clouds.
Beauty + spa at home:
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My top picks:
– A neutral palette that can be used for daytime or nighttime looks.
– Our all-new Vitamin C serum. It has two ultra-stable forms of Japanese vitamin C to help brighten skin and reduce age spots. It also contains antioxidants to help protect the skin and gives an awesome dewy glow.
– Our top two sellers: the charcoal mask and the overnight peel.
– The most luxurious night cream.
– Color Intense Lipsticks (brunch is my go-to pink nude color!)
– Melting body balm. This smells beautiful is a nice way to hydrate hands with the constant hand washing.
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– Static Nails liquid glass lacquer. I’ve been using this for the last couple of months and love it! Their polish is vegan, cruelty-free, nontoxic, and also has healing ingredients, like coconut oil, rosehip oil, and green tea. It doesn’t last quite as long as the advertised “Up to 10 days!” but I find I can go about a week without extremely noticeable chipping. (I CAN’T WAIT to get dip polish again!)
– Silk hair ties. These don’t damage hair or leave a giant ponytail crease.
– A Dyson airwrap. This is a huge expense but everyone I know that has one raves about it.
– These “pack your bags” undereye patches. These are my go-to when I wake up with bags or feeling sleepy.
– A jade roller and gua sha set. I notice a huge decrease in swelling and puffiness when I use these!
– Fresh Rose Deep Hydration Set.
– A CBD gift set. CBD is saaaaaaving me right now, especially on the nights where I still feel wound up and like I won’t be able to fall asleep. The oil under my tongue instantly calms me. CBD does NOT get you high or impair you in any way, and can help to decrease inflammation in the body. It’s help a ton with my anxiety! Check it out here and enter the code FITNESSISTA for an extra 15% off. (I love the flavored oil drops!)
– This sleep mask! They’re a bit pricey but I’ve had mine for a couple of years and it’s still in great shape.
Jewelry and personalized gift ideas:
– A mantraband for a boost of hope and positivity.
– A beautiful birthstone bracelet.
– A hand-illustrated family portrait. Ughh I love this!
– Muud handmade earrings. This is my SIL’s (Meg’s!) new business and she makes the most gorgeous handmade clay earrings. She’ll be doing another drop on her IG page this Friday at 2pm PST, so be sure to snag some for yourself or for a gift! She’s doing some beautiful shimmery moons and rainbows.
Tasty treats + experience ideas:
– Write her a nice note/card/text message. My friend sent the sweetest supportive text message (short and sweet, like, “Hey, I know you have a lot going on, but you’re crushing it and I love you”) and it made me cry. Supportive words mean the world, especially right now with everything going on.
– A future date! Plan out something in the future for when things settle down again.
– Order brunch or dinner take-out from her favorite restaurant.
– Husbands can offer to watch the kiddos for a couple of hours so mom can nap or take a walk/drive by herself for a bit.
– Draw a bath. Tom did this for me when we were in Valdosta and it was amaaaaazing. He knew I had a hard day, so he filled up the bathtub with a bath bomb, set out a glass of champagne, strawberries, and chocolate, and lit candles. It was such a beautiful act of care and something that didn’t cost any money.
– Leave a bouquet of flowers or succulents and some chocolates on the doorstep! (Going to do this for some friends with a mini bottle of champagne.)
– Order some tasty desserts or treats from somewhere she loves!
– Daily Harvest. These have been SO incredible over the past couple of months, especially for quick and healthy breakfast and lunch options. The smoothies are my very fave, but I also love the flatbreads, bowls, soups, and overnight oats. Check it out here and enter the code FITNESSISTA for $25 off your first box.
What are you going to do for Mother’s Day this year? Any gift ideas or something that’s on your personal wish list?
xoxo
Gina
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Bodyweight Workouts You Can Do Anywhere
Sharing 25 bodyweight workouts you can do at home! All you need is a pair of comfortable sneakers, some space on a yoga mat or rug, and a bottle of water.
Hi friends! I’m writing this blog post to you with paint-crusted fingers (attractive). We’re almost finished painting the cabinets and should have everything put together by tomorrow. I’m so excited! It’s going to feel so much brighter in the kitchen and when we finish, it will give me a chance to catch up on everything else I’ve neglected during this epic painting party. (The laundry situation is getting rough.) Even though we’ve been alternating helping out the kids and painting, I’ve still been able to catch some solid workouts. It’s been fun to break out some barre workouts with our Barre Bootcamp group and also hop on the Peloton or enjoy a yoga flow (I filmed one to share with you guys!)
For today’s post, I wanted to re-share 25 of my favorite bodyweight workouts you can do anywhere. I know many of us are stuck at home right now and it can be tricky to sort through all of the options that are available. I wanted to have a handy list in case you were looking to try something new and shake up your routine. It’s nice to press play on an awesome playlist and go for it!
25 Bodyweight Workouts You Can Do Anywhere
Pure strength:
Strength and cardio combos
Cardio and HIIT
Core
* = follow-along video
What do you do when you want to get in a super quick workout? Some of your favorite no-fail moves to challenge yourself and get your heart rate up?
xoxo
Gina
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Hi friends! Happy Monday! I think it’s Monday? It’s so weird how the days seem to all blend together. I hope your weekend brought you some peace and relaxation. Ours was packed with projects but we made time for ice cream, tent night in the living room, and some family walks.
Friday afternoon, I finished putting together a gallery wall in the living room and was like, “Let’s get the paint for the cabinets!”
Before you could say, “Lowes is the equivalent of Black Friday madness” we were covered in paint splatters: deglossing, priming, and painting. (In all seriousness though, Lowe’s was BANANAS. The Pilot wore a mask and was the only one who went inside, while the girls and I waited in the car, but I couldn’t believe the parking lot. I guess a lot of people are tackling home improvement projects while we’re stuck at home.)
I’ve had some requests to do a full post on the process, so I’ll definitely post the details when everything is finished. I will say that it takes 1400 years but the results are SO worth it. It’s already brightened up the kitchen and I can’t wait to see the final product!
I took a break from painting to drop off a baby gift to a friend, and wore real clothes for 3 whole hours.
Cool sock tan, bro.
(Dress is here! It’s $40 and such an awesome summer staple. I have a striped one and black one, too)
I came back home, we put the girls to bed, and it was back to painting until midnight. A LOT of the weekend was spent painting and priming. We’re so thankful for the girls’ ability to entertain themselves because it’s a huge project and surprisingly, it hasn’t been total anarchy around here. They’ve really learned how to just be kids and play since we’re not racing around from activity to event from morning until bedtime. Liv reads books to P, they play toys and board games together, run around in the backyard, and get drenched in the unicorn sprinkler. I joke that they’re having a jolly fine time throughout this whole thing (and I still think it’s going to be a huge struggle to get P to ever go back to preschool.)
Saturday night dinner was a Harney Cobb, which is one of our go-to dinners. We set out a bunch of salad toppings and everyone can make their own Cobb salad. (The girls’ are usually deconstructed and they crush it!) It’s grilled chicken, romaine, tomatoes, cucumber, black olives, hard boiled eggs, avocado, turkey bacon, and feta, topped with Ranch dressing.
Here’s what mine looked like:
(the Primal Kitchen vegan Ranch is amaaaazing)
We popped some wine and continued painting throughout the night and rest of the weekend. While I’ve been painting, I’ve been listening to the Jessica Simpson audiobook on one headphone and am really enjoying it. It makes the time go by so quickly! If you have any other audiobooks you love, please send them my way! (The author/narrator makes all the difference in the world.)
I just wanted to pop in and say hi! Thank you so much for stopping by the blog today. Have a wonderful morning and I’ll see ya soon.
Tell me, friends: any highlights or fun stories from the weekend?
xoxo
Gina
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The Beginner Resistance Band Workout You Can Do At Home
Are you doing a lot of home workouts right now but it all feels a bit random? We’re here to stop that.
No more random bodyweight workouts.
No more random resistance band workouts.
If you want to make the most of this time at home, you need a training plan.
One that’s designed to improve your strength and build muscle week-after-week.
We’ve got you covered.
This resistance band workout is a take on the classic Push, Pull, Legs (PPL) template, which is a 3-day muscle and strength-building split. Our approach was to keep it simple for beginners. Rest assured that this split addresses all of the major muscle groups.
Instead of using barbells or dumbbells, we’re going to maximize the use of resistance bands. Don’t have one at home? We will our recommendation below on what you can order today.
How? By using tactics and exercises that drive more muscular tension and push you closer to fatigue.
Are you new to training with resistance bands?
The first question you should ask is what is your fitness level? This article is targeted for beginners.
So let’s start with setting the right resistance.
The key is that for each exercise you need the band to start above its resting threshold.
In simpler terms, you should feel the resistance in the band before you begin any of the exercises outlined below. What is most important during a resistance band workout is not to rush through the movements. Be sure to take your time, feel the burn, and squeeze your muscles during the workout. You want it to have constant tension.
What if you don’t have a resistance band at home?
Here’s the band we recommend right now: The EliteFTS Pro Monster Mini Resistance Band.
How often should you train?
You may train more than 3 times per week, but always follow a Push, Pull, Legs cadence.
Here are some sample splits that you may consider:
Once Per Week
- Monday: Leg workout
- Tuesday: Off
- Wednesday: Push workout (upper body workout)
- Thursday: Off
- Friday: Pull workout (upper body workout)
- Saturday/Sunday: Off
Every Day, No Off Days
- Monday: Leg workout
- Tuesday: Push workout (upper body workout)
- Wednesday: Pull workout (upper body workout)
- Thursday: Leg workout
- Friday: Push workout (upper body workout)
- Saturday: Pull workout (upper body workout)
- Sunday: Leg workout
Every day, no off days: Lower, Push, Pull, repeat
3 On And 1 Off
- Monday: Leg workout
- Tuesday: Push workout (upper body workout)
- Wednesday: Pull workout (upper body workout)
- Thursday: Off
- Friday: Leg workout
- Saturday: Push workout (upper body workout)
- Sunday: Pull workout (upper body workout)
- Monday: You would start again with Lower body
And, although we’ve assigned 3 sets for most lifts below. The number of sets is really up to you.
If you only have 20 minutes, just run through all of the exercises once.
Have an hour and really want to get after it? Do 4 sets.
How Do You Get The Right Tension In The Band
Getting the right tension in your bands comes down to your foot placement within the bands.
Get it right, and the band will resist your full range of motion. Get it wrong, and the band will be either too tight (and therefore restrict your range of motion) or not tight enough to challenge you.
Here’s a quick video on where to put your feet in the bands.
Exercise Band Video Demonstrations
Let’s go through each movement below to make sure you are doing it with proper form.
Kneeling Adductor Stretch
Glute Bridge
Band Resisted Rear Foot Elevated Split Squat
Band Resisted RDL
Bear Crawl
Band Resisted Glute Bridge
Bodyweight Squat
Shoulder Taps
Single Leg Plank
Pushups
Band Resisted Floor Press
Pike Press
Band Resisted Lateral Raise
Band Resisted Tricep Pressdown
Bird Dog
Band Resisted Face Pull
Single Arm Resistance Band Row
Hollow Band Resistance Band Lat Pulldown
Band Resisted Bent Over Row
Resistance Band Pull Apart
Resistance Band Hammer Curl
4-Week Resistance Band Workout For Beginners
Below we share our 4-week resistance band workout, exercise videos for each, and a video showing the entire workout.
Legs Resistance Band Exercises
| EXERCISE | SETS/REPS |
| A1. Kneeling Adductor Stretch | 2x :30 hold |
| A2. Glute Bridge | 2×10 |
| B1. Band Resisted Rear Foot Elevated Split Squat | 3×10-12ea |
| C1. Band Resisted RDL | 3×10-12 |
| C2. Bear Crawl | 3×10 yards |
| D1. Band Resisted Glute Bridge | 3×10-15 |
| E1. Bodyweight Squat | 2×20 + :10 hold last rep |
Push Resistance Band Exercises
| EXERCISE | SETS/REPS |
| A1. Shoulder Taps | 2x8ea |
| A2. Single Leg Plank (:15 ea leg) | 2x:30 |
| B1. Pushups | 3×10-12 |
| B2. Band Resisted Floor Press | 3×10 (squeeze at top for :2) |
| C1. Pike Press (or Inchworm) | 3×5-12 |
| D1. Band Resisted Lateral Raise | 3×12-15 |
| D2. Band Resisted Tricep Pressdown | 3×12-15 |
Pull Resistance Band Exercises
| EXERCISE | SETS/REPS |
| A1. Bird Dog | 2x10ea |
| A2. Band Resisted Face Pull | 2×10 |
| B1. Single Arm Resistance Band Row | 3×10-12ea |
| C1. Hollow Band Resistance Band Lat Pulldown | 3×10-12 |
| D1. Band Resisted Bent Over Row | 3×10-12 |
| E1. Resistance Band Pull Apart | 3×15-20 |
| E2. Resistance Band Hammer Curl | 3×15-20 |
Now It’s Your Turn
That’s all we have for
Now we want to hear from you:
What exercise are you most excited to do?
What exercise split are you going to choose?
Or do you have a question on any of the videos we shared?
Let us know by leaving a comment below.
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Friday Faves
Hi friends! How’s the morning going? Hope you’re having a good one. Thank you for all of the awesome comments on my last post. It’s nice to hear I’m not alone in the blah feeling. Something that has helped me immensely: reminding myself that it’s temporary. At one point, it will all be over. When we’re finally able to go back to Disneyland, I’ll be the weirdo walking around crying the entire time holding a Mickey rice crispy treat.
A couple of pick-me-ups from the week:
– Our new plant baby, Frida. I picked her out from a local nursery and they did curbside drop-off this week! You should have seen the Pilot and me trying to lug her inside with a dolly. She’s a big goil. She’s a 6-ft tall fiddle leaf fig and I’m going to do everything in my power to keep her alive and happy. Please send me any tips you have!
For now, I’m trying to figure out the water situation. I have another fiddle leaf that I lug outside every -710 days to to drench it in water and let the excess drain out before bringing her back inside. For this one, I can’t lug her outside because she’s enormous and heavy. Should I get one of those water tray things to put under the pot and still drench her? Or just water a minimal amount so that it doesn’t soak all the way through? Plant experts, please halp me.
She’s a beaut, Clark.
(Pics are on the way for those sad frames)
– A Trunk Club! I was going to wait until all of this was over to get another Trunk Club (because let’s be real, I’m not wearing cute shoes or dresses right now) but we’re on week 6 and I really needed a pick-me-up, so here we are.
Daniel sent a lot of great stuff and I ended up keeping this Madewell dress (figured I could wear it in the fall with a jean jacket, too), this amazing Tory Burch small crossbody, this Zella tank, and these spray dye tights. If you’re looking to try out some new goodies from home, my link gets you $50 off your first Trunk. (Daniel will be your stylist too, and I love him!)
And now it’s time for the weekly Friday Faves party. This is where I share some of my fave finds from the week and around the web. I always love to hear about your faves, too, so please shout out something you’re loving in the comments section below.
Read, watch, listen:
– This is so real and made me equally amused and angry lol.
– What weird things do you do to feel better?
– Latest episode of Some Good News. These have been an excellent dose of positivity lately!
– Downloaded this on the Kindle and can’t wait to start it this weekend.
Fashion + beauty:
– New Vitamin C serum from Beautycounter! I’ve been waiting for them to launch a C serum foreverrrr and am so pumped that it’s finally here. It contains two ultra-stable forms of Vitamin C, plus turmeric and camu camu to help prevent age spots and defend skin from environmental stressors. It adds an instant glow boost and absorbs easily to layer with your skincare and makeup. Check it out here!
– Loving this tank from Spiritual Gangster.
– This makeup tutorial was a gold star.
– My SIL is making gorgeous handmade earrings. Check out her IG page here! They’re all so different and beautiful. It’s a nice way to feel a little special when you might not be wearing normal clothes on the reg. (I was wearing a white tank and jeans shorts and Liv was like, “Where are you going?! Why are you so fancy?”)
Fitness + good eats:
Barre bootcamp starts on Monday! Join in the fun here. We still have a couple of spots let for the promo, too- the first 100 to sign up are getting access to fall’s Barre Bootcamp 2 for FREE. Enter the code BYECORONA for $10 off through tonight and enrollment closes tomorrow. Can’t wait to do this with you all!
Kyle is doing a live cooking class next week (on Zoom) and they’re providing the ingredients FREE for 200+ people to follow along. 
We did the test run of the meal this week and it was so.insanely.good. I’m so pumped for everyone who gets to do this next week! 
This everything bagel seared tuna looks amaaaazing.
Check out this total body workout.
You need to try this super easy and tasty banana bread. We demolished it in 2 days.
An easy and healthy spring quiche recipe.
Happy Friday, friends!
xo
Gina
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