Affordable athletic wear for women. I am a Mother of 3 and like to hide the Mom Fluff. These are just a few of the clothes that I have found that I feel comfortable in.
I have picked up hiking during the covid pandemic. The hikes I do is typically 4-9 miles, roughly 3-6 hours. 1-2 times a week. Here's a list of essential items to consider for a half-day hike to ensure your safety, comfort, and enjoyment. If you are new to hiking, always hike with a buddy. I have joined a hiking group and this is the best way to discover new trails.
Who said traveling means you have to put your active lifestyle on hold? Odds are you might do a lot of walking on your trip, but there are other ways you can be more active as well
Beginner-friendly home gym essentials for busy moms who want realistic workouts at home. Space-saving, easy-to-use fitness favorites for strength, cardio, mobility, and quick movement between meetings, pickups, and everyday chaos.
This list features yoga essentials that Benable loves for building a calm, balanced, and consistent yoga routine. From beginner-friendly tools to comfort-boosting accessories, these picks help make yoga practice more enjoyable at home or on the go.
Stay out and about all day with adventures such as these. Wear the kids out at the slide park, hike til your heart's content, or build a skill. These activities are great for all ages!
Being a postpartum mummy, finding gear that actually fits and works with your changed body is no small task. From footwear to recovery tools, these are the pieces that made moving, healing, and feeling like myself again so much easier 🤍
A 38 mile trail around the perimeter of San Francisco, this was my most daunting challenge of the walking series yet. It took 2 days but we made it. Every route, map, shoe, fuel, etc that made it possible is linked here 🍊
I have designed a few home gyms and while every home gym is different depending on the needs of the client, their budget, how much space they have, and many other factors, this list comprises many of my favorite pieces of equipment that I have put in gyms
these are all my fav workout sets! from affordable to on the expensive side, these sets will get you through an outdoor, indoor, heated, or even chill workout!
Running, hiking, traveling - I wear my shoes to the ground with all my activities. So here are the shoes I've found that stand the test of time and all the dirt I get on them.
The World Cup is taking over and it’s time to enjoy the tournament . Here’s a comprehensive list to be prepared for everything FIFA Fan Fest and World Cup Matches related. Be comfortable and beat the heat with this list⚽️⚽️⚽️
After a long day of swimming, there is nothing better than wrapping in a huge thick warm towel, that coziness is just amazing. You can find those towels here.
A list of my favorite places to munch on a PB&J or a turkey and cheese… minus the instant gratification. In all seriousness, here are some of the best hikes in Northern California (in my humble opinion) to trek along. With or without the sandwiches.
Spent two years hauling a duffel bag of loose pots and pans to every campsite like some kind of outdoor hoarder. Lids rattling, handles poking through the bag, spatula somehow always at the bottom. If you're a backpacker or car camper who's tired of playing Tetris with cookware every Friday night before a trip — this is the setup I landed on after way too much trial and error.
Short on time but still want to stay fit? These 7 life‑changing fitness accessories make it easy to save time, stay motivated, and enjoy your workouts.
Listen, I am still trying to figure out the ins and outs of this sport! Some may say “it's just running” BUT it's so much MORE! I have tried several shoes, finally found one that I LOVE for now (this may change again)! I have thrown away a handheld water bottle or two on a race course because I couldn't stand holding it anymore AND I found glasses that don't slip down my schweaty face and allow me to see under any weather circumstance (I have blue eyes or as my mama calls them “sensitive eyes”! SO I may not know it all, but I am happy to share what I have tried or used!
Hello I’m Sam and I am a Yeti Addict!
As a family of 4 that is huge into sports we have started investing into products that we know will stand the elements of the outside and two boys!
So far we have been extremely happy with all of our yeti products. These are my recommendations of the Yeti products that we actually own and use on a regular basis!
There are still so many things I want to try on the Yeti site. Like a hard cooler, the waterproof blanket and the new ceramic coated coffee mugs! I’ll continue to post them on here as I get them 😊🫶🏼
Let me know what your favourite Yeti products are!
This is all of my favorite gear to take camping! From long roadtrips with friends and family to solo backpacking trips this list has the gear for it all!
A beautifully curated list of self-care and home accents to elevate your fall mornings—think aesthetic lattes, slippers, candles, and cozy rituals. It sets the tone for a gentle, sensory-rich routine.
For morning mile-crushers, gym regulars, and marathon trainers, staying consistent with movement requires gear that holds up under pressure. This guide is tailored specifically for runners, fitness enthusiasts, and active movers who value reliable performance tracking, smooth muscle recovery, all-weather comfort, and quick hydration during training sessions.
It’s important to workout and feel confident. I’m a yoga girl that loves to go hiking, walking, light lifting, and just staying healthy. Here are items that help and the prices are just right.
A curated list of all my yoga and Pilates favourites 💗💗
I started doing hot studio classes last year and fell in love with it. These are my tried and true essentials🌞🌞
I grew up in the Northeast and went to college in Vermont, but now I live in LA. In a world where hiker girl aesthetic is suddenly trending.. Here are my picks for gear that is cute and ACTUALLY worth the spend because it works.
I’ve been a gym girl since 2016, I fell off but getting back to it!!! What better way than workout clothes! My go-to gym essentials, from flattering sets to the perfect gym bag. so you feel confident and put together every workout.
Sixty bucks a month for a gym I visited maybe twice — sound familiar? After canceling my membership out of guilt and broke-ness, I rebuilt every single workout at home with bands that cost less than two months of dues. Whether you're a cramped-apartment dweller, a parent who can't leave the house, or just someone tired of waiting for the squat rack — this is the full setup that took me six months to dial in so you can skip the trial and error.
A collection of my go-to wellness and fitness essentials to help you feel strong, balanced, and energized—both mentally and physically. From workout gear and recovery tools to mindfulness must-haves, these are the products and practices that keep me on track and feeling my best.
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These are my all-time favorite activewear pieces that truly hug and sculpt you in all the right places. From my fave sports bras to leggings to tank tops! this is my sexy secret to feeling confident in the gym.
They’re supportive, flattering, and give that effortless, feminine edge whether you’re hitting hot mat pilates or lifting weights. I personally have all of these pieces in my current wardrobe rotation. 🫶🏻 let me know if you have something similar or love these pieces as much as I do!
What's actually in my kit every time I hit the water! From daily training sessions to major championships, these are the pieces I've put through their paces and trust completely when it counts.
Nothing kills a good running rhythm faster than your phone slapping against your hip every stride — or worse, flying out onto the pavement at mile two. I destroyed one screen and nearly quit belt-style carriers entirely before testing dozens of options over the past year. If you run with your phone and you're sick of readjusting every quarter mile, this is the lineup that actually stayed put.
Sick of those ugly hospital-looking grip socks that clash with every single outfit you own? Same. I spent way too long stuffing my feet into sad beige socks before I figured out that cute, functional options exist. This is for the person who coordinates their sports bra to their leggings and refuses to let socks ruin the vibe — grab these before your next class.
This list contains products for camping trips - from tents to games to smores to bug spray. This list has the recommendations you need for a fun, memorable trip. These products will help you stay comfortable, stay dry, and make memories. Be sure to check out my camping must-haves!
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Oceans? Lakes? Nah, you'll find this girl on Rivertime. All your warm weather waterside essentials found here. Weather it's a dreamy white-sand beach in Mexico or rocking out in chacos and a seagrass cowboy hat on the beaches on the Salmon River in Idaho, you'll find my thoroughly tried and true must-haves here.
I'm a baseball mama for years now and currently my younger two are starting baseball this spring. Here is an extensive list of things you will need (nothing fancy) but all the things that boys will need from clothing to equipment that will help make practice and helping your player develop with confidence.
This list contains affiliate links. I may earn a small commission when you purchase through them but at no extra cost to you.
These are my favorite trails I've hiked to date! Each description will include difficulty level, dog friendliness, and anything pertinent you may need to know about that specific trail! Happy hiking :)
I love a good hot girl walk, lifting weights and trying new things to move my body and get me out of exercise funks. Here are some of my recommendations that I use in my daily routine or have tried! Gotta keep that muscle on as you age. :)
Between volleyball practice, school, and sleepovers, my daughter was cramming her life into a ripping JanSport every single day. She refused anything ‘too kiddy’ and I refused to buy a fourth replacement bag this year. Took us weeks of returns and arguments, but we finally nailed the setup — bag, organizers, and all the stuff that goes inside. If your teen is hauling sports gear, school stuff, and a change of clothes in one bag, save yourself the headache and start here.
Whether you've got a future NBA star or just want the neighborhood kids off their screens, a solid hoop and some driveway games turn a Central Florida driveway into the block's favorite hangout. These are my go-to Amazon picks for hoops, balls, and yard games that hold up to the Kissimmee, Poinciana, and Orlando sun. Everything ships fast so you can be playing this weekend.
Sick of buying cute walking shoes that fall apart the second you step off pavement? Same. I rolled my ankle twice on loose gravel in regular sneakers before I finally committed to finding trail shoes that handle real terrain without making my feet look like they belong on a construction site. If you're a woman who hikes neighborhood trails, walks gravel paths, or just lives somewhere with more dirt than sidewalk — I tested dozens so you can skip the blisters.
If you are like me and want to look good while working out without breaking the bank, this list is for you! I never want to spend $90 for leggings, so these are my go-tos! This list contains affiliate links. I may earn a small commission if you purchase through them—at no extra cost to you.
You know that moment when it starts pouring and your rain jacket is sitting in your car because it was too bulky to carry? Or worse, you wore the packable one and it soaked through in ten minutes. I spent two rainy seasons testing lightweight jackets that actually repel water and fold down small enough to shove in a daypack. This list is for hikers, commuters, and anyone tired of getting drenched because their gear failed them.
Discover the best Pilates essentials and beginner equipment, from mats to resistance bands, to build your perfect at-home practice. If I had to build my routine from scratch, this is where I would start!
These are the shoes, chalk, brushes, belay gear, and skin-care kit that actually live in my gym bag, plus the hangboard and grip trainers I use at home on rest days. It's exactly what I'd tell a friend to buy as they go from rental shoes to climbing three nights a week.
As a fellow golf girl, I’ve gathered the best gifts for any gal who loves to hit the links. From clothes to shoes to accessories, I’ve got you covered on all of this year’s hottest golf must-haves!
Level up your home workouts without breaking the bank! This list is packed with budget-friendly gear and tools that actually make a difference—whether you're short on space, short on time, or just getting started. These picks make it easier (and more fun) to get moving at home.
When your alarm goes off at 5:45 AM and it's 28 degrees outside, the wrong tights are the difference between getting out the door and crawling back under the covers. After three winters of frozen thighs, chafed skin, and tights that slid down by mile two, I finally nailed down what actually works — so you can skip the expensive trial-and-error before the cold really sets in.
These are some of my favorite things I use when I go hiking, camping, or just spending time outside. Simple, useful, and always with me on adventures. I only share what I really like and use. Hope you find something you love too, let me know if you try anything!
I LOVE watching my boys play baseball! And I love it even more with these must have accessories! You'll find a little bit of everything in here. My #1 is probably those cooling towels!
Flexibility, Made Simple 🧘♀️
A curated list of the best videos to help you loosen up, stretch out, and move better every day. No gym required — just a mat and a few minutes. Start small, stay consistent, feel the difference.
Self proclaimed professional concert goer. I never go to a concert without each of these! The stadium approved bags I like, things to stay comfy and capture the moment.
Walking has so many benefits. If it's the only exercise you do, it will be (almost) enough - should still try to get some strength training in. The items on this list will elevate you daily walk.
Everything I’m reaching for this summer—from sun-safe skincare to cute sandals, beach bag faves, and stuff that just makes hot days way more fun. Easy, breezy, and tested in real-life sweat and sunshine.
Beginning CrossFit? New to the CrossFit world and don’t know what to buy!? Then I can help you with my CrossFit starter pack you’ll find everything you need to make sure you are ready for whatever workout coming your way!
Juneteenth is a newer federally observed holiday meaning more events are being held each year! Northern California appears to have a nice amount of events happening right now to celebrate Juneteenth and its victorious history! Currently San Francisco, Fresno, and Sacramento County have the most events happening and will be found within this list! It is important that you pay attention to the date of these events as they are not all held on the 19th! There are many being held more on the weekend just to give you a heads up. Many of these events make me jealous that I will not be able to attend. I hope you are able to find the perfect event for you to attend on this list. If you are in a different city in Northern California and need help finding an event closer to you let me know in the comments and I can try to help find a couple for you! Have a happy Juneteenth!
This list contains items that I truly use on a day to day basis as an 86+kg weightlifter! Do these things make me a better weightlifter? No, but do they make me happy? Yes, absolutely.
Whether you’re parked outside Soldier Field, hosting a backyard watch party, or just repping Da Bears in your living room, this Chicago-tailored tailgate kit has you covered. From portable grills to team gear and weather-proof seating, these must-haves will keep your pregame legendary. Don’t forget the hot sauce.
A curated selection of essential footwear and gear designed to handle Hawaii's unique hiking terrain, from muddy ridgelines to valley hikes with rocky streambeds. Please note that the links below are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase, at no additional cost to you. Thank you so much for supporting my work and these recommendations!
Who says the outdoors have to be uncomfortable? These are all my top recommendations for any season or any adventure. Everything here I have personally used extensively and it has been put to the test 💪. I am a three-season tent: I raft, trail run, fish, hike, camp, hunt but find me in a giant sweater under a blanket in the winter months. I hope you find all the gear here that you need for your next adventure!
This is the gear I rely on for multi-day rafting trips — the stuff that holds up to sun, water, sand, and long days on the river. Everything on this list has earned its place by being dependable, durable, and truly useful when you’re off-grid for days at a time.
These are the workout products I genuinely use and recommend throughout my fitness journey. Whether you’re trying to lose weight, build muscle, stay consistent, or make working out more enjoyable, these are the items that have made the biggest difference for me. From at-home cardio to gym essentials, every product on this list helps me stay motivated, comfortable, and on track with my goals. If you’re starting your fitness journey or looking to level up your routine, these are some of my favorite finds that I keep coming back to.
I run, and the everyday shoe is the pair that racks up the most miles, so it's the one worth getting right. I narrowed 2026's options using RunRepeat's lab tests and Runner's World's testing, then grouped them by what you want from a daily run. I may earn a small commission if you buy through these links.
Life gets busy, and hitting the gym isn't always an option. That's why I love using these at-home essentials, perfect for staying fit without leaving the house, plus a few wishlist items💗
Looking for practical fitness gifts and daily recovery tools that help your favorite active people stay motivated and pain-free? Finding fitness gifts that go beyond basic gear to deliver genuine physical utility, durability, and stress relief can be tough. This curated gift guide features high-performance, problem-solving workout accessories, muscle recovery tools, hydration gear, and smart wellness devices. Discover how to upgrade home workouts, speed up post-exercise recovery, and pick memorable active presents for any occasion.
All the fun stuff that makes summer even better! ☀️
From cute pool floaties and outdoor favorites to camping finds and warm weather essentials. I put together some of my favorite picks for summer days, weekends at the campground, and time spent outside. Whether you’re headed to the lake, pool, or campsite, there’s a little bit of everything here for summer fun!
"Ride & Thrive: Cycling Enthusiast Picks": A handpicked collection of must-haves for every cycling lover. From top-tier gear to accessories that enhance every ride, this list is all about fueling your passion for the open road or the rugged trail. Perfect for cyclists who live for the thrill of the ride and crave the best in performance and style!