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Colorado Summer Bucket List Ideas

June 22, 2023 By Melanie No Comments

2023 Colorado Summer Bucket List Ideas

Hello sweet summer! As much as I love autumn leaves, the entire Christmas season, and beautiful spring blossoms, I have to admit I’m still a summer baby at heart. This time of year when the weather is warm, outdoor adventures are plentiful and the days are extra long just make my heart so happy. This will be my 3rd summer here in Colorado… which is kind of wild considering it feels like I just moved here yesterday. So I guess now that I’ve had a couple summers under my belt, I’m happy to share some tried and true favorite summer bucket list activities along with inspo that’s on my personal wish list this year.

I hope that you find this list helpful as you start to plan out your own summer adventures! Be sure to tag me on Instagram if you end up doing something from this list so I can virtually tag along with you. If you find this list particularly inspiring or fun, I’d love if you could share wit h a friend!

Here we go… your very own Colorado Summer Bucket List:

Colorado Summer Bucket List idea

Visit a hot spring

Since Colorado lacks beaches I promise you this is the next best thing! There are so many wonderful hot springs to choose from and quite a few that are on the top of my summer list, like Strawberry Park Hot Springs and Glenwood Springs Pool.

I recently visited The Springs Resort & Spa in Pagosa Springs and it was beautiful! Pagosa Springs is the world’s deepest geothermal hot spring and it feeds right into the resort’s 25 different pools. The property offers a hotel to stay in, lots of wellness activities like aqua yoga, forest bathing, and sound baths. The pools overlook the San Juan river and are just a short walk from the town. I especially loved that the staff was constantly monitoring and updating the temperatures of the pools since they can range from 66 to 112°F pending the time of day.

Pick your own berries, fruits and flowers

Summertime means lots of fresh produce like strawberries and peaches along with gorgeous blooms (hello peony season) for us to enjoy. If you’re looking for a fun date idea, whether it’s a solo, friend or romantic kind, you can head to Garden Sweet in Fort Collins. They offer pick your own raspberries, strawberries and flowers from July-September and have such a cute little farm!

If you’re itching for a little road trip, the Palisade Peach Festival is in August and there are several farms where you can pick your own peaches. Not gonna lie, growing up in Florida I always thought that Georgia peaches were the best in the country buuuut I think Colorado actually wins.

Go on a hot air balloon ride

This is one of those adventures that’s high on my list. I’m not interested in skydiving, hang gliding, or bungee jumping… but I can get behind a sunrise hot air balloon ride. There are several places you can do this throughout Colorado but the one I’ve been eyeing is in Colorado Springs. You can book your sunrise hot air ballon adventure that comes with a complimentary toast with Rainbow Ryders anytime between June-Sept.

If you want a full list of hot air balloon rides available in Colorado you can find them on Visit Colorado’s website.

Yoga on the Rocks

If you only choose one summer bucket list thing to do in the Denver area, let it be this. I promise even if you’re not a yogi there really isn’t anything quite like doing yoga at Red Rocks Amphitheater while watching the sunrise over the city. It’s 100% worth the early wake up time.

It was so magical that I cried the first time I went and am so excited to do this again in July.

Go to a farmer’s market

Summer really isn’t complete without a weekly trip to the farmer’s market in my opinion. Luckily there are lots of wonderful ones to choose from in the Denver area. My personal favorite is the South Pearl Street Farmer’s Market in Platt Park! My husband and I are obsessed with Sati Cold Brew so always have to bring our growlers there to fill up. The Palisade Peach tent is a must stop for seasonal fruit and I love seeing vendors like Sweet Gold Juice Co. and Pickletown Flowers.

Be sure to check out this list of Colorado Farmer’s Markets for locations and times that you can visit!

View the wildflowers

Colorado is known for it’s wildflowers and there are so many beautiful hikes to choose from. I’m especially excited to visit Crested Butte for the first time this summer when the wildflowers are peaking. They even have a Wildflower Festival in the beginning of July! I’m crossing my fingers that with all the rain we’ve had this summer that there might even be a super bloom this year.

Wherever you do go to see the wildflowers be sure to leave no trace, stay on the trail and don’t pick the flowers. It’s important to leave the landscape as beautiful as you found it for others to enjoy.

Full moon paddle boarding

If you’re in the Denver area I def recommend heading to Cherry Creek State Park for a paddle boarding adventure. I did this last summer and it was so fun but I just found out about Rocky Mountain Paddleboard’s special full moon paddle boarding sessions throughout the summer. They offer this at both the Boulder and Cherry Creek Reservoirs and goes for 2.5 hours starting at 7pm. It’s a wonderful chance to catch the sunset and experience the lake in a whole new light!

Sunset swan boat ride in City Park

If paddle boarding isn’t your jam but you still want to do something on the water, City Park offers evening swan peddle boat rides in City Park! The boats are illuminated with LED lights at night making for a very romantic after-dark date adventure. I feel like the perfect pairing to this would be a picnic in the park first followed by the boat ride and then a stop at a local cocktail bar to end the evening.

Enjoy music at the Botanic Gardens

The Denver Botanic Gardens is one of my favorite places to bring friends and family whenever they visit and during the summer you can enjoy 10 different concerts in the gardens. Music begin around 6:30pm and are a perfect setting for a picnic. They offer summer picnic boxes for purchase or you can pack your own basket with food and any alcoholic beverages. Arrive early to stroll through the gardens before setting up your picnic and enjoying the concert!

Go whitewater tubing down a river

One of my favorite Colorado summer activities so far has been tubing down Clear Creek in Golden. You can rent your own single or double tube at Adventure West and walk it up the river before you float down. Fair warning, the river can be very fast and rough so don’t expect a lazy river floating experience. The double tubes are harder to flip so I do recommend going with a friend if you’re worried about that! There are lots of little rapids but it’s so much fun and definitely a fun group activity.

Afterwards I recommend walking over to the Golden Mill for beers, ciders and food. It overlooks the river so you can watch others float their way down stream.

Summer bucket list: colorado mountain cabin

Stay in a mountain cabin with friends

If you haven’t stayed in a cabin do you even live in Colorado? Summer is such a great time to book a mountain cabin with friends on Airbnb and Vrbo because the rates tend to be a lot less than during ski season. During our first summer here my husband and I booked a cabin for us and the pups in Fairplay and we had the best time! The cabin was super discounted but filled with the best amenities including a game room, upstairs deck that was perfect for sunrise/sunset watching and a hot tub.

If you’re interested in staying in Breckenridge, we stayed at Southern Pines Cabin during the winter and it was absolutely perfect! It’s super close to downtown Breck and has two beautiful decks, multiple bedrooms, and a hot tub. Definitely a summer bucket list staple!

Take a scenic train ride

A scenic train ride is a relaxing way to see this beautiful state’s scenery and learn some history. There are several to choose from including the Royal Gorge Route, Georgetown Loop Train, and Durango Railroad.

These trains were established during the gold mining boom in the late 1800s and have been restored for daily trips today! Some of the rides even offer time for a hike, like the Leadville Wildflower Train, and many offer food and drinks with different customized experiences so you can choose what works best for your occasion. I haven’t done this yet but it’s high on my bucket list and even something that can go into Fall (for autumn leaf peeping!)

Hike a 14er

Prior to moving here I had no clue what 14er even was. I quickly found out that it stands for any mountain that is over 14,000ft and hiking one is weirdly a Denver right of passage. We haven’t attempted one yet but now that it’s our third summer here we are feeling very ready to take one on!

Pike’s Peak is a really popular one near Colorado Springs but there are over 50 of these super tall mountains throughout the Rockies so there are plenty to choose from. It’s best to go early morning to avoid any potential afternoon thunderstorms and make sure to dress appropriately, bring a first aid kit, and pack lots of water! There are plenty of stores that sell canned oxygen too if you’re nervous about the altitude.

Ride the Breckenridge Alpine Coaster

There may not be a Six Flags here in Colorado but when’s the last time you were on a mountain rollercoaster? This is something on my summer bucket list and I’ll report back once I try it.

On weekends, head to Breckenridge and get ready to race down the mountain on their goldrunner rollercoaster track. This 2500 ft track twists and turns through the forest and not gonna lie, it looks like so much fun! They do have rider height and weight requirements if you’re thinking about bringing kids so be sure to check that beforehand.

Afterwards, go on a scenic hike or have dinner at one of the restaurants in downtown Breck. If you’re looking for a great photo opp spot I recommend Sapphire Point Overlook in Dillon, just 25 min outside of Breckenridge.

Glamping under the stars

If backpacking or tent camping isn’t your cup of tea, may I suggest glamping? I used to camp pretty often with family when I was younger but haven’t been on an official camping trip in over a decade. Since I’m quite out of practice I feel like glamping is calling my name and it’s exciting to see that Colorado has many to choose from.

You can use sites like HipCamp to find yurts, tree houses and glamping tents near you. There are also full on luxury camping resorts like Black Tree Resort , Arapahoe Valley Ranch and Vail Collective Retreats that offer plenty of amenities, experiences and dining options!

Watch a movie at Red Rocks

When concerts aren’t happening at Red Rocks Amphitheater there are a few movies that they show throughout the summer! Be sure to get your tickets in advance. This summer they are showing Mama Mia, Jaws, Black Panther, Top Gun Maverick, and Star Wars Return of the Jedi. We didn’t have a chance to do this last year so I’m really looking forward to packing a cooler and planning a date night for us during one of these showings!

Summer Bucket list: rooftop yoga

Enjoy a rooftop yoga class

If outdoor workouts are on your summer bucket list I recommend checking out several Denver rooftops that are offering wellness pop ups and yoga classes throughout the summer and fall! There are sunset yoga classes happening nearly every evening at Espadin in LoHi , Mindful Monday free yoga classes at the Halcyon in Cherry Creek, Wellness Wednesdays sponsored by Athleta at the Catbird in RiNo and Stretch & Sip Saturdays at the Hilton Garden Inn in Union Station.

Hike to an alpine lake (and maybe even take a dip!)

Yes mountain lake water is freezing since they’re fed by snowmelt but during the dog days of summer, I definitely think doing a partial dip or full on quick cold plunge could be really fun! There are some absolutely stunning hikes throughout Colorado that have lakes that you can check out. Just note that some don’t allow swimming so you’ll have to check out the rules before planning your trip! A few that are on my list include:

  • Grand Lake
  • Silver Dollar and Murray Lakes
  • Lake San Cristobal
  • Lake Haiyaha Hike in RMNP
  • Devils Punch Bowl
  • Missouri Lakes Loop

There you have it! These are a few of the activities that I have on my Colorado Summer Bucket List for 2023 and I hope you found this helpful as you plan your own adventures. If you’re looking for more to do in the city of Denver itself, I highly recommend checking out my Denver Guide (which I will be updating soon).

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I’m on a journey to find joy in movement again b
I’m on a journey to find joy in movement again because ever since having a baby, I’ve been looking at working out as something I “have” to do instead of something I “enjoy” doing… and that mindset has put in me in quite a rut. Not to mention your girl is TIRED over here 😅 

So from here on out, I’m committing to romanticizing my workout routine. Because sometimes the little joys can be found in the small things like:

✨putting on a cute matching set 
✨making a fancy electrolyte drink in an obnoxiously sized tumbler 
✨putting on a fun playlist to get hyped before the class 
✨treating yourself to a silly little coffee drink after 

And truly after the whole workout routine is over, even if I don’t feel as strong in a reformer Pilates class as I did pre-pregnancy, I always feel extra proud that I made the time for myself. 👏🏻

#healthylifestyle #healthyhabits #morningroutine #iamwellandgood #romanticizeyourlife #happyandhealthy


I read a quote that said “𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘧𝘶𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘴𝘶𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘳, 𝘣𝘦𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦’𝘴 𝘢 𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶 30 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘸𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘦𝘹𝘢𝘤𝘵 𝘢𝘨𝘦, 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘰 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦 𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘯𝘰𝘸, 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘶𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘳 2025” 

And wow does that help put things into perspective right? 

If you’re looking for ways to spend less time scrolling and more time living — here are 10 activities to help romanticize all the joy that summer time has to offer 

✨Take an outdoor yoga class 
✨Have a picnic with friends 
✨Create a (physical) summer vision board 
✨Plan a beach or lake day 
✨Host friends for a backyard bbq 
✨Read a romance novel by the pool 
✨Peruse the farmers market 
✨Do something you loved to do as a kid 
✨Go for sunset walks or hikes in nature 
✨Treat yourself to ice cream or s’mores 

The good old days are happening right now, so let’s make it a summer goal to be so in the moment that we forget to check our phones 💕

#healthylifestyle #summerbucketlist #romanticizeyourlife #wellnessthatworks

She may not remember her first 4th of July, but we
She may not remember her first 4th of July, but we sure will 🇺🇸❤️ 

Cheers to making memories with friends who feel like family and more backyard BBQs that remind us of nostalgic 90s summers ☀️ 

I hope you all are having a wonderful holiday weekend!!

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A few snaps from hosting the @fpmovement Denver walk club last weekend with my @denverfitfriends crew 💛 

So grateful for continued opportunities to bring likeminded women together to sweat, connect and leave with new girl friends! 

I’ll be leading another walk in RiNo on July 26th so if you’re in Denver keep an eye out for the sign up link and I hope to see you there 👟💕

PS: I think this pink megaphone needs to make an appearance at all DenFit events, don’t you? ☺️

📸: @ddcreativestudio_ 
#fpmovementpartner

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Sharing a different kind of #SelfCare Session with you all because it seriously did wonders for my self confidence and I am here to spill the tea!! 💛

I felt like pregnancy and postpartum aged me so quickly and the stress + lack of sleep + inflammation definitely manifested in the skin on my face looking ROUGH. I was seeing more fine lines, sun spots, redness and enlarged pores than ever before (that second photo has me feeling so exposed 🙈)

So when @laseredbykaitlyn reached out to tell me about Moxi and BBL laser treatments, I was immediately interested. I had heard great things about them before and although I was a bit skeptical at first, I knew it was worth a try 

Swipe through to see the whole journey from two sessions at @alluvionaesthetics — one round of just Moxi and one round of Moxi & BBL together. 

I am sooo beyond happy with the results and my skin looks so much healthier, younger and refreshed! I wanted to share with you all in case any of you are struggling with similar skin issues 💛✨

Let me know if you have any q’s!

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Celebrating another year around the sun and my first year as a mama with a Mama Mia themed dinner party in our backyard! 🥂🦋🍋💕

I honestly can’t think of a more fun way to spend my birthday eve than eating yummy food, sipping on limoncello spritzes, singing and dancing with my girl friends 🎶. I woke up feeling so loved and incredibly grateful for all the beautiful people in my life 

Here’s to making 36 the best year yet 💛

Move over #healthygirlsummer, this year I’m chan
Move over #healthygirlsummer, this year I’m channeling all the Martha Stewart Summer energy 🦋🌼. This aesthetic is all about embracing slower living with activities like cultivating a garden, hosting outdoor gatherings, trying cozy crafts and focusing on all the small joys of the season 

And I don’t know about you but it’s exactly what I need more of in this season of life ☀️ 

Through the rest of the summer I’ll be sharing different activities, ideas and moments that hopefully inspire you to slow down and appreciate the whimsy and nostalgia of summertime 

Obviously had to kick it off with a little ASMR morning in our little garden buuut you can expect tips, tutorials, recipes and inspo coming soon 🌿

Let me know if this is the summer aesthetic you’re leaning into as well!

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You guuuuys, I’m so excited to be leading the first @fpmovement Denver Walk Club with my community @denverfitfriends tomorrow and I need your help picking what to wear! 

Summer is officially here and these looks are all so cute, comfy and perfect for walking in the heat ☀️👟💕

Which one is your fav? 

{pssst I linked them all in my LTK 🛍️} 

#fpmovementpartner #healthylifestyle #summeractivities #summervibes

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Welcome to my morning bliss list ~ featuring five minute habits that spark all kinds of joy 💛

Mornings look a little different these days but I’ve noticed when I’m able to squeeze these 10 different things in my mental health is SO much better 

✨Swipe through my lil scrapbook and let me know which ones you also love incorporating into your #morningroutine ✨

10 Habits:

❣️Making my bed 
❣️Getting morning sunlight 
❣️Gratitude journaling
❣️Coffee in a cute cup 
❣️Skincare & Makeup routine 
❣️Positive Affirmations 
❣️Tending to my garden 
❣️Dressing for success 
❣️Never skipping breakfast

#Ad Self-Care morning routines are a little shorte
#Ad Self-Care morning routines are a little shorter these days and that just means I’ve learned to prioritize habits and products that go the extra mile to make me feel my best! ✨

One #healthyhabit I’m always working on, especially living in Colorado, is #hydration and that’s why I was SO excited to get my hands on @goultima’s NEW Collagen Defense! I mean… an electrolyte drink that keeps me hydrated AND has skin boosting benefits? Sign me up! 👏🏻🍓 

The Kiwi Strawberry flavor is so refreshing and the blend of Dermaval and Biotin helps to protect skin’s natural collagen & elastin plus support hair, skin and nails. The best part? It tastes amazing and has no sugar, calories, carbs or artificial sweeteners.

Head to my stories for the link and let me know if you’ll be trying this for yourself! 💕

#UltimaPartner #GoUltima #MorningRoutine #Electrolytes #MorningRituals #HealthyLifestyle

A little reminder that your younger self would be
A little reminder that your younger self would be so PROUD of how far you’ve come and this life you are currently living is worth celebrating every. single. day. 💛

I’m someone who is always chasing new goals… and while I appreciate my willingness to hustle, I also know that without intentionally pausing to find gratitude in the present moment it can be far to easy to get used to the things you once were working so hard for. 

This morning, in the midst of my brain starting to spiral thinking about “what’s next” (and having a minor meltdown), I had a moment where I looked around and realized “wow, THIS life is exactly what you dreamed of years ago.” 

And if I look back on so many previous years of my life, I had countless other “aha” moments like that too. Many things that my younger self would have never dreamed possible, became a reality… sometimes in the smallest, most subtle of ways 

All this to say, it’s SO important to keep chasing your dreams. This world needs you. It needs you and your voice, your gifts, your talents and your unique perspective ☺️

Just don’t forget to pause every once in awhile and look around with gratitude for the life you are living right now too 💕

#Ford_Ambassador Welcome back to “romanticizing
#Ford_Ambassador Welcome back to “romanticizing routines,” a mini series where I’m sharing different ways to find joy in the small, everyday moments. 💛

Today’s tip is all about leaning into seasonal joys and with it being early summertime that calls for gardening!🪏🪴🫜It’s times like these that I’m SO happy I have my 2025 @Ford Explorer® SUV because the cargo space is perfect for large hauls. 

The available feature back seats fold down with a touch of a button and it’s been a game changer for road trips and grocery shopping. In this case I was able to fill it with multiple bags of soil, a pot and lots of starter flowers, herbs and strawberries! 🍓🌼 

This is just the beginning of plenty more planting I plan on doing this season and I can’t wait to share more. I already know we’ll be spending lots of time out on our back porch, whether we are gardening, barbecuing, sipping coffee in the morning or hosting friends for dinner. 🍽️ 

Let me know if you want to see the start of my cut flower garden and maybe a full garden tour later this month!

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#GardenGirl #RomanticizeYourLife #SmallJoys #HappyHabits


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I’m on a journey to find joy in movement again b I’m on a journey to find joy in movement again because ever since having a baby, I’ve been looking at working out as something I “have” to do instead of something I “enjoy” doing… and that mindset has put in me in quite a rut. Not to mention your girl is TIRED over here 😅 

So from here on out, I’m committing to romanticizing my workout routine. Because sometimes the little joys can be found in the small things like:

✨putting on a cute matching set 
✨making a fancy electrolyte drink in an obnoxiously sized tumbler 
✨putting on a fun playlist to get hyped before the class 
✨treating yourself to a silly little coffee drink after 

And truly after the whole workout routine is over, even if I don’t feel as strong in a reformer Pilates class as I did pre-pregnancy, I always feel extra proud that I made the time for myself. 👏🏻

#healthylifestyle #healthyhabits #morningroutine #iamwellandgood #romanticizeyourlife #happyandhealthy
I read a quote that said “𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘧𝘶𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘴𝘶𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘳, 𝘣𝘦𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦’𝘴 𝘢 𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶 30 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘸𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘦𝘹𝘢𝘤𝘵 𝘢𝘨𝘦, 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘰 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦 𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘯𝘰𝘸, 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘶𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘳 2025” 

And wow does that help put things into perspective right? 

If you’re looking for ways to spend less time scrolling and more time living — here are 10 activities to help romanticize all the joy that summer time has to offer 

✨Take an outdoor yoga class 
✨Have a picnic with friends 
✨Create a (physical) summer vision board 
✨Plan a beach or lake day 
✨Host friends for a backyard bbq 
✨Read a romance novel by the pool 
✨Peruse the farmers market 
✨Do something you loved to do as a kid 
✨Go for sunset walks or hikes in nature 
✨Treat yourself to ice cream or s’mores 

The good old days are happening right now, so let’s make it a summer goal to be so in the moment that we forget to check our phones 💕

#healthylifestyle #summerbucketlist #romanticizeyourlife #wellnessthatworks
She may not remember her first 4th of July, but we She may not remember her first 4th of July, but we sure will 🇺🇸❤️ 

Cheers to making memories with friends who feel like family and more backyard BBQs that remind us of nostalgic 90s summers ☀️ 

I hope you all are having a wonderful holiday weekend!!
A few snaps from hosting the @fpmovement Denver wa A few snaps from hosting the @fpmovement Denver walk club last weekend with my @denverfitfriends crew 💛 

So grateful for continued opportunities to bring likeminded women together to sweat, connect and leave with new girl friends! 

I’ll be leading another walk in RiNo on July 26th so if you’re in Denver keep an eye out for the sign up link and I hope to see you there 👟💕

PS: I think this pink megaphone needs to make an appearance at all DenFit events, don’t you? ☺️

📸: @ddcreativestudio_ 
#fpmovementpartner
Sharing a different kind of #SelfCare Session with Sharing a different kind of #SelfCare Session with you all because it seriously did wonders for my self confidence and I am here to spill the tea!! 💛

I felt like pregnancy and postpartum aged me so quickly and the stress + lack of sleep + inflammation definitely manifested in the skin on my face looking ROUGH. I was seeing more fine lines, sun spots, redness and enlarged pores than ever before (that second photo has me feeling so exposed 🙈)

So when @laseredbykaitlyn reached out to tell me about Moxi and BBL laser treatments, I was immediately interested. I had heard great things about them before and although I was a bit skeptical at first, I knew it was worth a try 

Swipe through to see the whole journey from two sessions at @alluvionaesthetics — one round of just Moxi and one round of Moxi & BBL together. 

I am sooo beyond happy with the results and my skin looks so much healthier, younger and refreshed! I wanted to share with you all in case any of you are struggling with similar skin issues 💛✨

Let me know if you have any q’s!
Celebrating another year around the sun and my fir Celebrating another year around the sun and my first year as a mama with a Mama Mia themed dinner party in our backyard! 🥂🦋🍋💕

I honestly can’t think of a more fun way to spend my birthday eve than eating yummy food, sipping on limoncello spritzes, singing and dancing with my girl friends 🎶. I woke up feeling so loved and incredibly grateful for all the beautiful people in my life 

Here’s to making 36 the best year yet 💛
Move over #healthygirlsummer, this year I’m chan Move over #healthygirlsummer, this year I’m channeling all the Martha Stewart Summer energy 🦋🌼. This aesthetic is all about embracing slower living with activities like cultivating a garden, hosting outdoor gatherings, trying cozy crafts and focusing on all the small joys of the season 

And I don’t know about you but it’s exactly what I need more of in this season of life ☀️ 

Through the rest of the summer I’ll be sharing different activities, ideas and moments that hopefully inspire you to slow down and appreciate the whimsy and nostalgia of summertime 

Obviously had to kick it off with a little ASMR morning in our little garden buuut you can expect tips, tutorials, recipes and inspo coming soon 🌿

Let me know if this is the summer aesthetic you’re leaning into as well!
You guuuuys, I’m so excited to be leading the fi You guuuuys, I’m so excited to be leading the first @fpmovement Denver Walk Club with my community @denverfitfriends tomorrow and I need your help picking what to wear! 

Summer is officially here and these looks are all so cute, comfy and perfect for walking in the heat ☀️👟💕

Which one is your fav? 

{pssst I linked them all in my LTK 🛍️} 

#fpmovementpartner #healthylifestyle #summeractivities #summervibes
Welcome to my morning bliss list ~ featuring five Welcome to my morning bliss list ~ featuring five minute habits that spark all kinds of joy 💛

Mornings look a little different these days but I’ve noticed when I’m able to squeeze these 10 different things in my mental health is SO much better 

✨Swipe through my lil scrapbook and let me know which ones you also love incorporating into your #morningroutine ✨

10 Habits:

❣️Making my bed 
❣️Getting morning sunlight 
❣️Gratitude journaling
❣️Coffee in a cute cup 
❣️Skincare & Makeup routine 
❣️Positive Affirmations 
❣️Tending to my garden 
❣️Dressing for success 
❣️Never skipping breakfast
#Ad Self-Care morning routines are a little shorte #Ad Self-Care morning routines are a little shorter these days and that just means I’ve learned to prioritize habits and products that go the extra mile to make me feel my best! ✨

One #healthyhabit I’m always working on, especially living in Colorado, is #hydration and that’s why I was SO excited to get my hands on @goultima’s NEW Collagen Defense! I mean… an electrolyte drink that keeps me hydrated AND has skin boosting benefits? Sign me up! 👏🏻🍓 

The Kiwi Strawberry flavor is so refreshing and the blend of Dermaval and Biotin helps to protect skin’s natural collagen & elastin plus support hair, skin and nails. The best part? It tastes amazing and has no sugar, calories, carbs or artificial sweeteners.

Head to my stories for the link and let me know if you’ll be trying this for yourself! 💕

#UltimaPartner #GoUltima #MorningRoutine #Electrolytes #MorningRituals #HealthyLifestyle
A little reminder that your younger self would be A little reminder that your younger self would be so PROUD of how far you’ve come and this life you are currently living is worth celebrating every. single. day. 💛

I’m someone who is always chasing new goals… and while I appreciate my willingness to hustle, I also know that without intentionally pausing to find gratitude in the present moment it can be far to easy to get used to the things you once were working so hard for. 

This morning, in the midst of my brain starting to spiral thinking about “what’s next” (and having a minor meltdown), I had a moment where I looked around and realized “wow, THIS life is exactly what you dreamed of years ago.” 

And if I look back on so many previous years of my life, I had countless other “aha” moments like that too. Many things that my younger self would have never dreamed possible, became a reality… sometimes in the smallest, most subtle of ways 

All this to say, it’s SO important to keep chasing your dreams. This world needs you. It needs you and your voice, your gifts, your talents and your unique perspective ☺️

Just don’t forget to pause every once in awhile and look around with gratitude for the life you are living right now too 💕
#Ford_Ambassador Welcome back to “romanticizing #Ford_Ambassador Welcome back to “romanticizing routines,” a mini series where I’m sharing different ways to find joy in the small, everyday moments. 💛

Today’s tip is all about leaning into seasonal joys and with it being early summertime that calls for gardening!🪏🪴🫜It’s times like these that I’m SO happy I have my 2025 @Ford Explorer® SUV because the cargo space is perfect for large hauls. 

The available feature back seats fold down with a touch of a button and it’s been a game changer for road trips and grocery shopping. In this case I was able to fill it with multiple bags of soil, a pot and lots of starter flowers, herbs and strawberries! 🍓🌼 

This is just the beginning of plenty more planting I plan on doing this season and I can’t wait to share more. I already know we’ll be spending lots of time out on our back porch, whether we are gardening, barbecuing, sipping coffee in the morning or hosting friends for dinner. 🍽️ 

Let me know if you want to see the start of my cut flower garden and maybe a full garden tour later this month!

2025 Ford Explorer® ST SUV shown with optional equipment.

#GardenGirl #RomanticizeYourLife #SmallJoys #HappyHabits
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