My Favorite Things:
Workout Equipment:
Adjustable Dumbbells - this pair of adjustable dumbbells adjusts from 10- to 55-lbs each. Need lighter weights? Check out this pair, that adjust from 4.5 to 22.5-lbs each.
My All-Purpose Mat - I use this mat for yoga and weight training. The cushion is just right and it doesn't slip.
Resistance Bands - I have two sets: a thick heavy set and a these super portable ones.
Kettlebells - I love these kettlebells because they have a traditional handle and handles on the sides, making them even more versatile.
Smart Watch Band - For the price point (under $15!), I can't beat these adjustable bands. They come in a variety of colors, but I really like these two: Sand Pink and Starlight-Rose Gold.
Water Bottle - For workouts and everyday, this 30oz Stanley works great. It's big enough, but not too big...and the color is super cute!
Hair Ties & Scrunchies That Stay Put (but don't break my hair)
Random Picks:
Liquid Chalk - a friend of mine recommended this as I started lifting heavier weights to help with grip. It seemed random and like I'd never use it - but I was totally wrong. It's helpful and fairly magical, honestly.
This Kettle Gryp converts your dumbbells into kettlebells - total bonus!
Fitness Equipment:
Yoga Pants - I love this high waisted pair. I have them in three colors!
Shorts - for Peloton rides or summer workouts, I love these high waist biker shorts.
Workout tops - I love these sleeveless tops.
Sweats and joggers - when I don't feel like wearing tight pants, these joggers are perfect. For exercise or a day in my home office.
Sneakers - These On Women's Cloudnova Form 2 sneakers are great for strength training, walking, running, and running errands. Super light and cute too!
Water shoes - Living by the coast means the occasional paddleboard or kayak excursion. These water shoes are cute and comfortable.
Workout towels - for cycle workouts or hot yoga sessions, these towels are lightweight, absorbent, and packable.
Multi-Purpose Cleaner - for the bike, the mat, etc. This cleaner smells nice and works well.
Everyday Style:
The Vest - I have this long puffer vest in two colors (army green & beige) and have worn one of them almost every day over the past three months (Dec through Feb in New England). With a sweatshirt underneath, I can even wear it on colder days instead of a winter coat. I get asked about it every single time I wear it. Great for out and about for errands, casual days, and school drop off. I cannot recommend this product enough!
Wide Leg Yoga Pants - these pants are great for yoga, neighborhood walks and daycare drop-off. This pair is also a good buy.
Jeans - I have these wide leg jeans in 2 wash colors. They can be dressed up or down, hold their shape and are very comfortable.
My Favorite T-shirts - Amazon Basics for the win with these slim-fit short-sleeve t-shirts.
My Everyday Shoes - I love white casual shoes right now! These ones from Adidas and these P448s both mainstays in my weekly rotation
Comfy flip-flops - the footbed of this pair is made from yoga mat material. Love it!
Beauty Essentials:
Body Lotion - This Sheer Hydration Daily Moisturizing Lotion from Aveeno has been a favorite for years.
Shampoo & Conditioner - Recommended by my stylist and I'm loving the Ohai Medium line right now.
Facial Care
Makeup - I go for minimal makeup most days. I value easy over polished... something that puts a little color on my cheeks and makes me look put together works wonders.
Face - I've been really liking Laura Geller products right now. I started with the Balance-n-Brighten Foundation and this value set. Then I added the Spackle Primer.
Eyes - I use the Laura Geller Spackle Eyeshadow Primer every day, with Covergirl Perfect Point eyeliner and essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect mascara.
Red Light Therapy Mask - I am a few weeks into trying this red light therapy mask out a few nights a week. The mask is relatively comfortable and easy to use at night while watching TV.
Around The House:
Wipes for Electronics - these monitor wipes are a must for keeping phones, tablets, and laptops clean
Phone Charger for the Car - This Car Phone Mount w/Wireless Charging is fantastic and hold my iPhone securely when mounted in the air vent.
Hand Soap - This foaming hand soap from Method is our current fav.
Hand Sanitizer - These cute hand sanitizer bottles come in great scents and are great for the office, the purse, or the car
Lunch Bag - I bought this lightly insulated collapsible lunch bag for my husband and liked it so much I bought one for myself.
Coffee Maker - We love this Bodum French Press!
Space Savers in the Kitchen:
Laundry Detergent & Fabric Softener I Feel Good About -
Laundry Detergent Sheets - we switched detergent pods to these detergent sheets to make less waste and haven't noticed any difference in how clean our clothes get.
I love Molly's Suds fabric softener because it's made with natural essential oils. When Molly's was out of stock, we used this one from Attitude and it worked well too.
Reviews
What our readers say about their favorite picks
I love how these leggings hold up during my Peloton rides and still look great for running errands afterward.
Maya L.
Denver
The home gym gear recommended here made my workouts so much more enjoyable and efficient—perfect for busy moms like me!
Jen K.
Austin