August 3, 20188 Comments

friday favorites

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3 minute read Workouts to kick jet lag, fashion mistakes that make New Yorkers cringe and are we witnessing the downfall of influencers?

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March 9, 2018No Comments

friday favorites: staying motivated

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4 minute read Let's go ladies.

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November 16, 2017No Comments

fabfitfun: the editor’s box

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Raise your hand if, once upon a time, you used to subscribe to numerous monthly subscription boxes.

(My hand is raised.)

OK, now raise your hand if your experience since then goes a bit like this:

What started off as one innocent subscription-based membership, let's say for beauty, slowly morphed into a subscription box for pretty much every category and reason under the sun, from fitness to fashion and you soon realized: "I just don't have space for this." It boiled down to, too much stuff, way too often. And perhaps you got tired of your mailman looking at you like you were secretly a hoarder?

(My hand is certainly raised.)

OK, so if your hand isn't tired yet, keep them up if you then unsubscribed from said monthly subscription boxes?

(Yep, my hand is up there.)

As you can imagine, I have a love/hate relationship with subscription boxes -- not because I don't like the concept. It's more than I wish there was a better way to tailor them for my interests and needs. Like a lot of you, I imagine, I got tired of the onslaught of products every month, many of them sample size, which made it hard to determine if I REALLY liked them or not. And more often than not, I found myself holding onto a few really great products across all the different services/categories, and wishing I could have gotten that assortment in ONE box, not 7.

So you can imagine my curiosity when the folks over at FabFitFun approached me about reviewing their latest Editor's Box, the contents of which, you can see here in my photos. What initially hooked me, on premise alone, is the fact they send boxes seasonally (essentially every 3 months), not every month, which if you ask me, is a much more manageable frequency. Plus, they curate products from a broader range of categories, including beauty, fashion, fitness and travel (the 4 keys to my heart!) that you can ultimately edit yourself if you choose to do so (or keep it a surprise -- the choice is yours!). All products are FULL size (finally!) and each box is $49.99, with at least $200 worth of products inside.

And just to top things off here, they partner with a different charity for each seasonal send, with a portion of the proceeds going back toward the organization. This month's send is benefitting the American Heart Association.

OK, so the deal sounds good, right? What about the content?

I'll be sharing my favorites from their Editor's Box down below, so keep reading -- and if happen to want to scoop up a box for yourself, be sure to use the code TOMORROW at checkout for $10 off your first purchase! Just a quick note: the Editor's Box has since sold out, but you should check out their latest Winter Box available now (which actually has the BB Dakota poncho I wore in this Instagram post).

The lineup:
Salted, Himalayan Salt Kit: So I'm no at-home gourmand, but there is something so decadent about whipping out some Himalayan salt for even the most basic of snacks. This kit was probably the first thing I used from the box -- it comes with a grater and wood stand, and came just in time for a good binge session of Stranger Things and some popcorn (which I definitely topped off with extra salt).

Realher, Lip kit in deep red: Such a great red, so it had me sold there. But I just love the female empowerment packaging!

Mytagalongs, high speed skipping rope: This skipping rope couldn't have come at a better time! Admittedly, I've been in the market for a jump rope ever since writing this post a while back about easy workout tips while traveling. And for some reason or another, I just never pulled the trigger on one. But now, with the holidays almost here and the fact I'll be in Australia for most of December, I'm excited to bring this rope along, so I can mix up my exercise routine on the road!

Spongelle, body wash infused buffer in French lavender: In one word: heavenly. It just smells heavenly. Lately, I've been really into scheduling a Sunday night bath for myself. While I don't have the world's most luxurious bathroom or bathtub (this is an old building in the West Village, after all), it really comes down to the little touches that make all the difference. Great candles. Music. A book. And this body sponge have all been making me one relaxed woman come Sunday night.

Sterling Forever, wishbone necklace: So this was probably the second used product in the box -- I immediately threw it on and loved how it looked mixed with all my other white gold and rose gold jewelry. Plus, you guys may recall I recently misplaced my go-to wishbone necklace, so this was a welcomed surprise!

Anderson Lilley, Dry Body Oil in Manhattan Beach: At first glance, I wasn't entirely sure what this product was intended for: hair? face? body? nails? That is, until I realized, it basically worked wonders, for all of them! The texture threw me off at first -- it glides on with a bit of a matte finish, which seems counterintuitive for a moisturizer, but it lingers in a really satisfying way. Lately, I've been using it on my face, after my moisturizer and SPF, and before my foundation, to give a bit of a base glow.

This post was in collaboration with FabFitFun. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations!

October 23, 20175 Comments

marathon monday: getting outside

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Growing up in Reno, Nevada, I spent a lot of time outside. This comes as a surprise to most people, a fair one at that I suppose, as Nevada in general gets lumped into the same tropes as a Johnny Cash song -- gambling in casinos or on apps like 918kiss 918kiss.care, a lonely Route 66 and a place for fast and easy divorces. But what I love about Reno, (admittedly, something I took for granted while I was living there), was how much it debunked all these stereotypes for me. Situated at the crook of the Nevada/California borderline, Reno sits in a valley at the foot of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, clocking in a 2o minute drive up to Lake Tahoe from my childhood home. I spent my winters skiing and snowboarding and my summers hiking and swimming in the many lakes in and around the Tahoe Rim Trail. I grew up a tomboy at heart, camping and playing many sports, with bruises on my knees and more than my fair share of sunshine.

Now that I'm many years removed from my childhood stomping grounds, with first San Francisco and now New York as two major cities that have shaped me, it's a bittersweet feeling when I get to escape somewhere far outside the city. Open air, open road and lots of space to just, BE. A few weeks ago, the team over at Wildfitness, a fitness retreat group dedicated to helping people rethink how they approach exercise by reconnecting them with nature, invited Nora and me on a long weekend getaway up in Hudson Valley, and it was just the recharge I needed. While in the city you don't really get a chance to enjoy the peacefulness of the outdoors while building up your fitness so going on a fitness retreat was a welcome change to our lives.

We spent most of the weekend hiking the Mohonk Preserve, eating all paleo-inspired meals and playing more than our fair share of ultimate frisbee. And the team was stellar -- all wonderful coaches and fitness experts -- firm believers in rediscovering your body's full potential (a big thing for me these days as I'm knee deep in marathon training). Of course, after only a few short days, we were sore and tired, but at the same time, re-energized and excited to find ways to incorporate simple Wildfitness principles into a city-based lifestyle back home. I asked our head coach (and seasoned mountaineer), Josh Valentine to share his top 10 ways to start living a more movement-focused lifestyle. They're straightforward, which I think is a necessity for New Yorkers, as most are as easy as leaving for work a bit earlier to walk to work once a week. I'm already starting to do this to most of my meetings (yes, even some uptown ones!).

Keep reading for his tips below and I hope you enjoy the rest of our weekend activities photos, which included apple picking at Fishkill Farms and cruising around in the most incredible Bentley Bentayga for the weekend.

Huge thanks to the Wildfitness team for having us! I'm already looking into how I can possibly join for this Costa Rica retreat. Perhaps you are too? Head over and book a retreat today at 5% off if you mention This Time Tomorrow. valid now through Thanksgiving.

1. Get Outside More: Whether its a hike through the mountains or simply a stroll through the local park, getting outside and connecting with nature is important to physical and mental health. Sunshine, fresh air and the calming effect of the outdoors is no myth, it has proven scientific benefits, so be sure to get outside and drink it in, however you most enjoy.
2. Play More: Too often, exercise and training is approached as "getting beasted", leaving us so sore that we can't move right for a few days. Other times, it is viewed as a punishment for something we ate or drank the day before. Nobody enjoys punishment! By making exercise more playful, it becomes something we can't wait to do, rather than dread. In one game of ultimate Frisbee up in the Hudson Valley, we ran, jumped, dodged, pivoted, rolled, caught, threw, and used our hand eye coordination. Everybody got in one hell of a workout, but were too busy laughing and being competitive to even once think about how hard we were excercising. Plus, we grew closer together, which moves us to our next point:
3. Find Your Tribe: Connection with other people is integral to a happy, healthy life! Long ago, we existed in small, tight knit groups that relied heavily on one another for survival. Today, we often lack these connections with others. Finding your tribe not only helps make exercise more playful, but helps build relationships and find support in others that help sustain our positive life changes.

OUTFIT DETAILS: Joie dress // Isabel Marant boots (old, but love this similar pair in burgundy) // Janessa Leone hat // Banana Republic dress // Chanel bag // French market bag

4. Respect Rest: Often times, on days off, we wind up running ourselves into the ground trying to catch up on errands, work, or socializing and drinking with friends, often leaving us even more tired and stressed than we were from the week. While these things are important, it's also important to respect our body's natural rhythms. Take the time to actually rest, and allow your body the recharge it needs. Whether that's choosing water over wine for a night, taking the extra time to read that book you've been meaning to, getting yourself a massage, or simply deciding to turn in a bit early, it's important to acknowledge our need for rest.
5. Move Wild: Humans were designed to be capable of so much, and the more varied our movement and training, the more rounded our fitness results, and the easier it is to avoid injury or burnout. Run, jump, roll, crawl, climb! Learn Animal Movements! Begin with the basics of these simple motions, and you will find quickly that you develop stronger and more precise control over your breathing, flexibility, strength, and overall movement.
6. Take Your Breath Away: Do something regularly that takes your breath away. The human heart and the human spirit both work in the same way. If they go too long without stimulation, they start to weaken.

7. Kick Off Your Shoes: This is a very simple way to treat foot soreness. Our feet are the foundation of almost all of our movements but they spend most of the day in shiny little coffins separating them from the world. This can often be the root cause of many pain issues anywhere from knees, hips, back and even shoulders! The arches of the feet work just like the dorsal fin of killer wales, if they spend a life in captivity, not exposed to the forces of the natural world, they collapse due to lack of use.
8. Spice Up That Commute:When commuting, get off the bus or subway one stop earlier and walk. It's a great way to add exercise and stimulation to your morning routine. Over time, you can add or vary your route. Add two stops, then three, or perhaps try a different route. You never know what you might discover on the way!
9. Get Wet: The water provides so many soothing health and fitness benefits! Try open water swimming: most cities have lakes or reservoirs (or the sea) and a community of wild swimmers to expand your growing tribe, and your options for connecting with the natural world while still in the concrete jungle.
10. Never Stop Learning: Wildfitness is a philosophy and a way of life, but it's far from the only one out there! In addition to our ways of living and moving wild, seek to try a new discipline: anything from Yoga, to Tango or Thai Chi. Look for activities that vary your movement experience and inspire your passion for growth. Confuse and challenge your body with unfamiliar movements and positions.

Photos by Nora Varcho

This post was not sponsored, however, Nora and I were invited to the Wildfitness weekend at a comped rate. The Bentley was borrowed for the weekend -- although, trust me, I would have LOVED to keep it. As always, all opinions and styling are my own.

October 9, 2017No Comments

marathon monday: 12 nutrition tips for runners

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A few weeks back, I asked on Insta Stories what kind of fitness content you wanted to see. An overwhelming amount of you asked for more nutrition based guides and honestly, I'm so glad you did. Admittedly, if you looked in my cabinets and refrigerator at home, you'd probably shake your head at me. Whether it's my travel schedule or the sheer amount of restaurants around me, I don't prioritize cooking at home as much as I should, which I'm starting to realize is a big mistake as a runner, not to mention way too expensive in general.

I recently asked Lacee (who's a big runner herself), to sound off on some digestible (pun intended) ways to start incorporating a more balanced, well-rounded runner diet into my routine, that doesn't involve me waiting in line  for a leafy kale salad at Sweetgreen every night. Here are her 12 nutrition tips for runners.

One thing to note: Lacee isn't a certified nutritionist. I value her thoughts as a trainer and a big runner herself, but of course, encourage you to run these tips by your doctor/nutritionist if you're curious how each might affect and work for you.

1. Whole foods, healthy fats, complex carbs! It’s all about managing this balance, along with replenishing vitamins, minerals and adding antioxidant-rich foods. I find smaller meals and portions work well for runners, especially during training season.

2. Hydration is important, especially replenishing electrolytes/salt after a long run. Coconut water and electrolyte replenishing tabs (check out the company Nuun) are great to have on hand.

3. Heavy carb loading is a myth; binging on complex carbohydrates like pasta and bread the night before a long run is unnecessary. Sweet potatoes, lentils, steel cut oats, figs and bananas are all great options and easier to digest a few hours before a run, or added to dinner the night before a long run.

OUTFIT DETAILS: Lou & Grey Form bra and leggings // Lou & Grey jacket // Suavs sneakers 

4. Smoothies with fruit, vegetables and healthy fats are an easy to digest option and packed full of healthy carbs, sugar and fiber. My favorite combos: coconut water, kale, ½ banana, blueberries and optional ½ avocado.

5. Marathon runners shouldn't use logging miles as an excuse to overeat or eat anything in sight! It can be common for a runner to gain weight or maintain weight during training. Try to focus on easily digestible, fiber-rich foods (like leafy greens and veggies), lean protein and healthy fats (like avocados). Eat when you’re hungry, not because you think you need to.

6. Hydrate the evening before a long run and two hours before a run; three liters per day is a good benchmark; adding more depending on length of runs and training conditions.

7. What to eat before a long run? Something carb rich, with a bit of sugar. My favorite recommendation is a slice of flourless bread (Eziekiel 365) toasted with a layer of almond butter and ½ smashed banana or handful of raspberries or blueberries. This is personal and depends on how good the runner feels after eating. Try out multiple variations (previously mentioned, smoothie, etc)... to find what feels good.

8. What to eat pre-race on race? Same as above, but a few hours before the race.

9. What about after a run? This is when protein can be added in higher amounts: lean meat on a salad, eggs, vegan supplement in a smoothie.

10. What about traveling? As simple as possible: keep sauces and heavy foods to a minimum. Being prepared and taking small snacks along can really reduce the temptation to grab processed food. Unsalted nuts, fruit, Lara bars (good pre-run, a good amount of carbs and natural sugar from dates) and avocado are easy foods to transport.

11. As for dairy? Avoid it. This can be difficult to digest for most.

12. An ol' beer tastes SO good after a long run and will metabolize quickly. This is the time to drink those carbs!

Photos by Ty Johnson

February 5, 201613 Comments

pep rally {with clinique}

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Jacket: Eddie Bauer; Leggings: Lululemon; Shoes: Nike; Sunglasses: Celine
Lately, with my schedule a bit in flux these days with both the weather and NYFW kicking into high gear, I've been squeezing my workouts in during the mornings. If it's warm enough (which thank goodness, it has been lately!), I'll opt for a morning run along the Hudson (around 6am, eep!). If it's a bit chillier, or there's fresh snow on the ground, I'll head to my trusty Equinox or a Barry's Bootcamp class to wake up.
I've always considered myself an early riser -- and when the mood strikes me just right -- I love working out in the mornings. It's a great way to energize your day and by the time most folks are just thinking about their first cup of coffee, you've already covered a few miles or did your fair share of squats to get your booty looking fresh for summer.
For early mornings like these, I keep my beauty routine simple, with a fresh layer of BB cream and moisturizer to perk up my skin. The folks over at Clinique recently introduced me to their new eye cream, Pep-Start, which I've been testing out for my undereye area, right after applying my all over facial moisturizer. If you're like me, your under eye area is probably super sensitive when you first wake up (meaning I sometimes look like a zombie on the treadmill), but Pep-Start has been an easy step in my routine that actually perks up my skin (i.e. it feels more plump, making my eyes pop just a tad bit more). 
As for this past Wednesday's early morning workout with Clinique? Well let's just say I experienced my first 7am dance/rave/Daybreaker event. In short, I thought I was signed up for 7am yoga. Instead, I was greeted by fire acrobats, Knicks City Dancers and a ton of glow sticks. But that's another story, for another day, perhaps? 😉
Have you guys tried out Pep-Start yet? You can snag your own at Sephora right here.
Photos by Lydia Hudgens

This post was in collaboration with Clinique. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations!

November 30, 201510 Comments

monday motivation {5 things that get me up and going}

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Sweater, Tank, Bra, Pants and Bag: Calia by Carrie Underwood; Shoes: Nike Free; Sunglasses: Ray-Ban; Headphones: Gift from ShopStyle (similar here); Fitness tracker: Jawbone Up3
Since we're hot off the heels of our first (of many) long holiday breaks, let's talk fitness again, shall we? 
But first: this is the part where I hang my head a bit.
If you recall, a few weeks back I confided in all of you that I would be running my second marathon in many, many, many years this April in Paris. And if you happen to follow me on Snapchat, you probably got annoyed with the amount of running updates I was posting over there. That is until about two weeks ago, when it hit me. 
The wintertime "nahhh."
Are you familiar with it? That feeling when you know you really should be heading out for a long run and/or workout but something just always seems to get in the way. "Oh, waiting for the FedEx guy to arrive." "Oh, I really should organize my magazines by color and issue date." "Oh, silly daylight savings! I should just wait until I get that extra hour back to the day."
I'm usually pretty good at shaking this feeling, but something about the past two weeks (between a lot of last minute projects and a darn cold), I just couldn't seem to rise above the wintertime "nahhh." I guess when it came down to it, #NetflixAndChill just sounded better (and warmer). Which then, of course, got me thinking, I should revisit some of my fool-proof ways to get motivated again because that marathon sure as hell isn't going to run itself.
So in no particular order, here's how I get my butt into gear:
1. Pick up new workout gear. This probably comes as no surprise to anyone -- pick up a few cute new bras and running pants and I get excited to sport them all. I was recently introduce to the line Calia by Carrie Underwood back in September during Fashion Week and have been loving all of her separates (which I'm wearing here). 
2. Playlists. Playlists. Playlists. Give a girl the right tunes (or at least this girl) and she can run for miles. Lately I've been jamming out to a lot of Billy Joel, Bowie and Bieber (I know, I know, but something about his last album is just too good!).
3. Try a new workout class with friends. Nothing gets you moving like a few good girlfriends pushing you. Lately, we've been hooked on Equinox's barre classes (great for toning and lengthening). And I may have picked up a few leotards just for the occasion. 😉
4. Treat myself to a new restaurant if I meet my running goal for the week. Up this week? If I crush my 12 mile run this Saturday, I have my sights set on The Waverly Inn (because it just looks so romantic every time I pass it while walking Elvis).
5. Pick out my marathon present. They say eye on the prize, right? Well, in this case, I'm keeping my eye on a little visit to Chanel when I'm in Paris post-marathon to scoop up a new bag baby. Until then, let's think about this as the Chanel carrot, forcing me to run just a bit faster and just a bit longer.  
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This post was in collaboration with Equinox. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations! 

October 6, 201515 Comments

26.2 miles

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Bra: Old Navy: Pants: Old Navy; Sweater: Eddie Bauer; Shoes: Nike; Sunglasses: Karen Walker
Let's shift gears a bit today and talk about fitness. 
Since moving to New York, it's been a huge goal for me to get back into a regular fitness routine (I even put it on my 30 before 30 list right here). And if you met me in elementary, middle or high school, this really wouldn't come as a surprise. I've always been on a sports team of some sort. Soccer. Basketball. Volleyball. Softball. Heck, I may have even played on my high school's golf team for a season (for the record, I was and still am awful). 
Nothing quite fit like running though. I did track throughout high school and while I prided myself in the short distance sprints, it wasn't until I started doing longer distances in college that I really hit my stride (pun intended). It wasn't necessarily just about the cardio for me (even though that's a great added bonus) -- I mainly love the head space it gives me. Give me an early morning when no one else is out, a scenic several mile route, a great playlist and I could run for hours, just thinking about work, problems I'm trying to solve and any goals that I've been mulling over/contemplating. 
Unfortunately, as I get older (and therefore busier), it gets harder and harder to block dedicated time for things like that. But if the past recent months have taught me anything, it's not impossible! If you follow me on Snapchat, you may have noticed I've been getting my butt out pretty regularly, either to the Hudson River running path or even up to the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis reservoir up in Central Park to bust out 3 or more miles. I find that it's a great way to see your own city and if you catch New York at those early morning hours, it can be pretty darn magical with no one else in your way. 
And if you happen to follow me over on Instagram, you may have noticed that as of last week, fresh off the heels of our Utah road trip, I signed up for a marathon in Paris, taking place in April. I technically ran my first marathon back in 2006 in Vegas, and despite my better judgement, ignored any core and muscle training and solely focused on cardio training. I finished the race (right around 4 hours or so), but my body was an absolute mess afterward. Muscles and joints that hadn't been properly introduced or prepped for the occasion ached and quite honestly, bothered me for months afterward. 
This time around, I'm taking a slightly different approach. Focusing on this running plan and partnering with Equinox and their personal trainers to help with the strength training and overall body toning (hello arms!).
Over the next few months, I'll be sharing my progress, both mileage wise and strength-wise here on the blog, and I do hope you'll follow along (and heck, maybe even join me?). And it all starts TODAY!
This post was in collaboration with Equinox. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations! 

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