We all love a good recommendation, amiright?

Below are some of my favorite products from fitness to skin care. Enjoy!

Curious about an item that isn't on the list? Contact me at [email protected] for info.

Home Gym Equipment

Glute Bands

A workout classic! Hands down the best glute bands I have ever used. They stay put without rolling or bunching, last a looooong time, AND they are women owned. Great for home gym, taking to the gym, and easily packable for travel.

Arena Strength also makes long bands.

I made a short video review here.

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Bosu Balance Trainer

This is an incredible and versatile piece of equipment for balance and strength. There is also a wealth of exercises and workouts available on Bosu's Youtube channel.

Highly recommend!

Short on space? They also offer a travel size.

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Space Saving Dumbbell Set

Are you sick of tripping over weights yet?

This dumbbell set not only saves space, but ranges in weight from 5 to 25 pounds. You will have access to a wide range of weights AND a set that grows with you.

Having your dumbbells in an organized rack allows for quick, easy swaps!

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Step Bench

The Step is quite versatile and can be used for so many different exercises! I even use it in place of a weight bench for some things. It has the added bonus of height adjustment and breaking down for easy storage.

They also offer a smaller version and a simple square version.

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beginner yoga practice mat set

Yoga Set

(Additional colors available)

You honestly don't need anything to start your yoga practice, but having a mat is nice. This set is quality, affordable, and also comes with blocks and straps so you will have options as you explore poses!

This is the mat I started with (and loved!) and used for a long, long time.

I now use a Manduka mat and have added a bolster for support.

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Resistance Bands with Door Attachment

Resistance bands are a great and versatile addition to any home gym. They are also small and portable making it easy to take them with you traveling.

This set comes with a door attachment so you can anchor the bands in the place. There are so many exercises you can do free standing so the door attachment a sweet bonus.

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Push Up Bars

Push up bars are super helpful if you find that being in plank position or practicing push ups bothers your wrists. The handles are cushioned and also set at a slight incline relieving some of the pressure.

Because you are lifted a little off of the ground, this allows you to go deeper in your push up as you get stronger and advance.

Bonus points for being lightweight and portable!

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Footwear

Xero Shoes

Interested in barefoot/minimalist shoes? These are my go-to! Below are the ones I use:

Cross training - Xero Prio

Shop men - women

Running - Xero HFS

Shop men - women

You can watch the Prio review I made here.

Xero shoes barefoot minimalist
The Great Outdoors
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Foxelli Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles

These are the trekking poles I use for longer or steeper hikes. They are lightweight and collapsible, come with a variety of tips and carry bag, and have grippy cork handles.

All the features make for happy hiking!

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Recovery and Self Myofacial Release

Hand Held Massage Roller

I love this little guy! You can use it on so much of the body and you get to control the pressure at all times. It's small size also makes it perfect for massing around the neck and shoulders. I sometimes use it gently around my face and jaw.

The only "con" is that, unlike the foam roller below, you are limited to your strength and where on your body you can reach.

Portable, easy to clean, simple to use. Just lovely.

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beginner yoga practice mat set

Foam Roller

(additional colors and sizes available)

Just a good ole' simple, effective, affordable foam roller. Massage and release tension in those muscles. Great for pre and post workout and on recovery days. A classic!

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TENS Massage Unit

This unit can provide muscle soreness and pain relief. Comes with instructions for pad placement and everything you need to get going.

If you've ever been to physical therapy, you know what's up! And now you can do it home.

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Naboso Neuro Ball

Don't forget to make your feet happy!

The Neuro Ball was developed by podiatrist Dr. Emily Splichal to relieve pain, increase mobility and provide the nerve-dense bottoms of our feet with sensory stimulation.

She also wrote a fascinating book about the feet as they relate to injury prevention, athletic performance, and much more!

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Heated Mattress Pad

Okay, hold up, I'll explain!

I'm an achy lady and, especially with all the injuries I've had in my life, my joints/muscles/entire body craves heat.

Unlike heated blankets, this doesn't auto shut off for 12 whole literal hours. And it has temperature controls for either side of the mattress.

THIS IS THE BEST THING EVER.

The end.

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Skin Care, Baby!
first aid beauty ultra repair cream sensitive skin colloidal oatmeal lotion

First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream

Hands down my favorite full body moisturizer for sensitive skin!

It absorbs nicely, glides on smooth, not thick or greasy, a little goes a long way, and my skin absolutely loves it. It really saves my bacon, especially in the winter months.

It is what I used in this ABSOLUTELY RIDICULOUS video.

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First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Lip Therapy

This is my go-to during the winter months when my lips are being stubborn and need an extra boost.

This one from Aquaphor is also a huge winter hit.

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Little Seed Farm Deodorant Cream

This stuff is MAGIC. No matter what workout I get up to, it stands up. The scents are light yet lovely. It's made with organic ingredients. It comes in a jar and you can get a bamboo applicator. A little goes a long way. It glides on and stays put. Outstanding.

Samples are available to order here.

JVN Hair Care

The softest, bounciest hair I've ever had.

My personal product line favorites are:

Embody shampoo and conditioner

Air Dry Cream

Conditioning Mist

Recovery Serum

Scalp Oil

ENJOY!

JVN hair care embody fine thin bouncy lightweight air dry recovery
Nerdy Book Recommendations

Yoga Anatomy

Barefoot Strong

Accessible Yoga: Poses and Practices for Every Body

Yoke

Disclaimers: 

Items listed above are simply suggestions of things I have found useful. Everyone is different and there are no guarantees on the items listed. Explore and find what works best for you!

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