Carmen Martinez

While I’m no longer on my running journey, I ran consistently 3 days a week for about 3 months and found myself using these things all the time. For reference, I’m a midsize girly who likes dressing a bit more modest and prioritizes recovery. These items helped me in my journey and I hope they help you as well!

I typically lift about 2-3 times a week as a hobby and I have tried most of these items! As someone who likes to dress mostly covered in the gym, it ca be hard to find cute a flattering clothes that aren’t a bra and leggings. These are clothes I have worn or would wear as someone who isn’t yet confident enough for just a bra and leggings. Also I do use everything in the accessories for recovery and for help with my lift!

I usually do Pilates once or twice a week with Izzy Pilates on YouTube and these are items I use consistently. Even though I do it at home I like to look cute and have all my fun accessories!

Fun items to get a friend, girlfriend, or other! Focused on being cozy and warm

Spooky cute items to get for your friend, girlfriend, or other! Includes a variety of treats and self care items

For my trip to Ireland in the spring! Includes long flight essentials and cold weather items

A list of aesthetic and functional car items!

I aim to buy items that are at least 50% natural fibers such as cotton, linen, or wool. Many of these items will be a bit pricier, but I tried to find some items that are a bit cheaper as well.

I dream of having a capsule closet. I always feel like I have nothing to wear! Sticking to basics with some fun additions is perfect

Some things that make my friends say “wow! You really have everything in there Mary Poppins!”

Things I have bought or want to buy for my fitness goals! If you don’t know what the winter arc is, it is a health challenge of sorts from October to end of December where you commit to things such as drinking lots of water, getting 8 hours of sleep, reach protein goals, and workout 4-5 days a week, as well as other things. You can find information on Pinterest or TikTok.

When I was student teaching it was hard to find cute outfits. I would have loved to have these items! I aim for comfy to move in while still cute!

Clothes I want but haven’t tried yet

A load of hobbies I’ve tried post grad including painting, coloring, doing my nails, and going to the gym!