As a kid, I had always wanted glasses. It sounds silly now, but there was something about having an extra accessory that made me want to express myself through dark frames and fun lenses. The ability to pull them down on your nose while giving someone a look was the level of sass I aspired …
Hack Your Meal Prep
Losing weight and getting healthy calls for some serious commitment. With my schedule, my kitchen isn’t the ideal instagrammable meal-prep production line I’d like it to be twice, or even once a week. And most days I end up having breakfast, lunch and an occasional dinner at work (especially if I’m teaching). It’s awful. And as nice as …
Are you #DoingIt?
When it comes to talking about health, it’s comfortable to discuss topics like eating healthier, losing weight and getting more sleep. It’s not easy to ask someone if they know their HIV status, especially in the Latinx community. It’s not easy to talk about condom use and having safe sex. It’s not easy to look …
Cinco de Mayo – Gluten-Free Margarita Cupcakes with Tequila Lime Frosting
I have a love/hate relationship with Cinco de Mayo. I love that it’s a day where we get to celebrate Mexican culture in the mainstream, but I hate the fact that it’s often a day to perpetuate negative stereotypes and make fun of the culture I hold so dearly. So while you’re sharing these delicious …
Why My New Year’s Resolutions Have Nothing To Do With Losing Weight
Almost immediately after the clock hit midnight and cheers were made, kisses had and Auld Lang Syne was sung, I was planning out my goals for the year. While I’m not a huge fan of resolutions (most people give up on theirs by February), I have some serious goals in mind that don’t have anything …
How to Run in Chicago’s Winter and New Balance Giveaway!
This post is sponsored by the New Balance Chicago. All thoughts and opinions are my own. There’s a small subpopulation of runners in Chicago who actually look forward to running in the winter months. When I tell people that I prefer to run in 35 or below and snowing, I get faces of shock, disbelief …
Best Gyms in Chicago Right Now
The same workout in the same place, over and over is tedious. Without breaking up the monotony, working out can feel like a chore with the risk of plateauing. Your body needs some variety and the best way to get that is to try something new! Check out my favorite gyms in Chicago right now. …
The Ultimate Chicago Summer Bucket List
There are a lot of things I love about Chicago, but there’s one thing that tops the list every year. Summer is hands down the number one thing that keeps me sticking around even with the rough winters, high rent, and bad hair days due to excessive winds. The sad thing is, it never sticks …
My Community Gives Me Life
This post is sponsored by the American Heart Association. All opinions are my own. This month, it feels like life is pulling me in a million different directions. Sick puppy. New job. Moving. Keeping up with family. Making time for friends. 2 intramural sports teams. And one glorious Chicago summer that’s giving me a serious …
Join Me on 7/23 at the American Heart Association & Macy’s #GoRedGetFit Event
This post is sponsored by the American Heart Association. All opinions are my own. The Macy’s on State Street in Chicago is like my own Tiffany’s if I was Audrey Hepburn. Even as a kid, I remember looking around the store and being in awe of the high ceilings, intricate design work and the best shoe …
