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✨4 Yoga Stretches with a Foam Roller✨ (swipe l

✨4 Yoga Stretches with a Foam Roller✨ (swipe left to see the video and save for later!) We all know the importance of recovery and yet I feel like it’s still all too easy to skip the post workout stretch, neglect foam rolling and sometimes not allow enough time for our muscles to recover between workouts. 😬 Yikes!
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The great thing about foam rolling is that it not only can help relax certain muscle groups and relieve soreness, but it can also be a great tool to increase range of motion and mobility. 🧘🏻‍♀️I paired my foam roller with a super cushioned yoga mat from @amazon Basics collection, and they work hand in hand for a really lovely recovery session.
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I believe that fitness equipment shouldn’t break the bank and having access to affordable products to include in your home workouts is so important! 👏🏻That’s why I love that #AmazonBasics has so many weights, mats, foam rollers and other exercise tools at a super reasonable price point. (linked these in my stories).
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There are so many amazing stretches and exercises you can do with a foam roller and I hope you give these four a try after your next workout! 💪🏻Let me know which stretch is your favorite or something you’re definitely going to try. #sponsored

Treat yo’ self to a Healthy Halloween Snack Boar

Treat yo’ self to a Healthy Halloween Snack Board🎃 If you’re looking for some spooooky treats for your upcoming Halloween party or movie night, these are way too cute not to try!!
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I was totally inspired by @houseofnasheats and am obsessed with how these turned out! The ingredients are super simple and her recipe shares how to put them together.
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Which one of these treats is your fav?
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🍌 BOOnanas
🥝 Frankenstein Kiwis
🧹 Pretzel broomsticks
🍓 Killer strawberries
🍊 Orange pumpkins
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SAVE this to make later this week! #MelsMeals #HalloweenSnacks #HealthyEats

This morning I taught my first in-person yoga clas

This morning I taught my first in-person yoga class since 2019 and it was everything I could have ever hoped for and more 💕
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Such a HUGE thank you to all of the lovely ladies who showed up to flow with me during my 2nd @denverfitfriends meetup!! I’m so inspired by each and every one of you beautiful souls. 🥰
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I’m so grateful to have had this opportunity and it wouldn’t have been possible without:
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✨ @ourexercisestore for hosting in your beautiful space and providing everyone with a necklace
✨ @whole_sol for providing the most delicious mini açaí smoothie bowls
✨ @topochicousa for the refreshing sips post workout
✨ @yearofours for outfitting me in this gorgeous pink set that I’m obsessed with
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And of course for all of YOU for your endless support in my ventures, new and old. I’m totally in my feels right now and hope you all are having an equally lovely weekend. ❤️ #DenverFitFriends #YogaTeacher

When your twin comes to town you know it’s going

When your twin comes to town you know it’s going to be nothing but the most amazing time. ❤️ Swipe for our dancing debut and some of my fav Denver things.
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I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again — I’m forever grateful for this platform for connecting me with some truly wonderful humans.
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Can we please start a petition to have @dancing.for.donuts move to Colorado? ✈️ 🧳 #weekendvibes #denverlifestyle

✨Treat your body like it belongs to someone you

✨Treat your body like it belongs to someone you love✨ #FridayFeeling #MelDoesYoga
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{📷: @winilaophotos}

Number 1 perk of WFH life? 💁🏻‍♀️Being

Number 1 perk of WFH life? 💁🏻‍♀️Being able to wear soft and cozy intimates like these pieces from @JCpenney’s Ambrielle collection allll morning long.
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In order to create structure for myself I started to dedicate certain days for certain tasks (aka task batching). During my admin days which are dedicated to emails, writing, planning sessions, blogging etc -- I ditch the real clothes and am all about keeping it real comfy.
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This Ambrielle bralette, pajama shorts and robe combo has been on repeat for all my admin days and I’m obsessed. ❤️ The material is so soft, easy to layer and provides the right level of support for a day behind the scenes. They offer so many sizes, shapes and colors in their collection so there’s guaranteed to be something for everyone!
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I’m curious. Do you stick to pjs and loungewear on certain days at home or are you getting fully dressed every work day? 🤔 Spill the deets below. #AllAtJCP #Sponsored

It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood. Swipe

It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood. Swipe for more 🍁🐶☕️ #MondayMorning

One of the most beautiful lessons yoga taught me w

One of the most beautiful lessons yoga taught me was how to find peace within discomfort. ✨ And that applies to challenging myself on the mat (or in this case, while holding myself upside down on aerial silks 🙃) and also by mindfully working through trials that come within life.
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I read a quote that said “𝐁𝐲 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧-𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬, 𝐰𝐞 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐢𝐭.” and that couldn’t be a more beautiful sentiment. Without moments of discomfort and defeat, we can’t truly appreciate moments of triumph and happiness. 💕
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So here’s to being human and embracing the ups and downs life throws our way. It’s a life long journey to find peace within the challenges we face and I’m here working on that, one day at a time. #MyThoughts #MelDoesYoga

You can do both. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Heal

You can do both.
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Healthy living shouldn’t be a life of restriction, obsession and rigorous control. It’s not the number on a scale — it’s your mental state when you’re around food, the “why” behind a workout, and the grace you give yourself if you “fall off track.”
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I like my pizza and wine 🍷 as much as I love my avocado toast and green juice 🌱.
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Sometimes I’m craving a sweaty workout class and other days I’d rather just take a long walk with the pups 🐶.
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I love my athleisure + sneakers just as much as I adore dressing up and wearing heels 👠
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Doing a full intentional, productive morning routine is lovely but there are days when I sleep in 😴 and skip ahead straight to emails.
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When you give yourself room to find the right balance that makes you feel good mentally, physically and emotionally — that’s when true health begins.
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And it should be something that works for YOU (not necessarily the girl next to you). #MyThoughts #HealthyLiving

A photodump featuring a few of my favorite things

A photodump featuring a few of my favorite things from this trip 😊️ (and still more to come)
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✨ Chic and simple Fall nail art from the best non-toxic nail salon @sundays_studio
✨ Double scoops of icecream from @vanleeuwenicecream
✨ Gorgeous views from my hotel window
✨ A juice flight and yogurt bowl at @thebutchersdaughter_official
✨ The best dance cardio class at @305fitness that had me crying, sweating, laughing and dancing my 🍑 off
✨ Multiple rooftop drinks & dinner with girlfriends
✨ @lacolombecoffee iced oat milk draft latte and all the best sights walking through soho and the village
✨ A photoshoot in my friend’s beautiful new studio followed by the best pizza in BK
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So excited for another two days of adventuring and getting some work done here in the city where it all started. Hope you all are having a fabulous weekend! #fallnailart

Once a New Yorker, always a New Yorker. ❤️☕️ #lovenyc

Celebrating the new season with a sunset picnic in

Celebrating the new season with a sunset picnic in the park with one of my fav fellow entrepreneurs! 🧺 @astepfullofyou and I brought all the goods — cheese, crackers, nuts, chocolate tarts, and the cutest mini bottles of @lamarcaprosecco!
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Last month I had an opportunity to speak on a panel with some badass female entrepreneurs and one of them shared the best way to combat loneliness (and also stay sane) as a small biz owner is to surround yourself with other women who do the same thing or just "get you." Honestly, I couldn't agree more. Being able to share ideas, vent frustrations, and even just have someone to co-work with is a life saver in this business.
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I'm thankful to have met so many inspiring ladies, like Helen, during my time as a wellness blogger and def have to raise a glass to all the amazing people in my life who have helped me grow creatively! 🥂 You all are the true MVPs.
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