Last week, Tom and I got back from our Purely Pyrenees trip down south on the Mediterranean Sea where we cycled (on electric bikes) from Collioure, France, to Cadaqués, Spain with Purely Pyrenees. I can’t recommend the experience enough.
Monday Mishmash 4/2/18
If you’ve been reading Oui in France for a while, this type of post might look familiar. Monday Mishmash was a conversational roundup-style post I used to do with no real purpose other than to chitchat. I’d update you on happenings around here, share some fun links and let you know about anything else going on.
7 Fitness truths that have taken me this long to realize
Over the years, so much about health and fitness has become clear to me. Here are 7 fitness truths I’ve realized after growing into my own skin and becoming confident with who I am — both in and out of the gym.
The importance of finding a fitness activity you love
Is exercising something you love or hate? Maybe somewhere in between? If you exercise regardless, does it matter if you enjoy it? Yes!
Making the positives mean more
As women, we’re conditioned to minimize our successes and downplay our wins. We’re made to feel like we’re bragging if we’re proud of an accomplishment. These positive moments get overshadowed by other things. Life goes on. Then something negative happens. Let’s focus on making the positives mean more.
The 1 thing that will sabotage your fitness goals every time (but only if you let it)
It’s New Year’s resolution time. Here’s the one thing that will sabotage your fitness goals every single time. You don’t have to let it!
My wrist-based heart rate monitor: Polar A360 review
Beyond snappy shoes and fashionable workout gear — which are absolute musts, duh — there’s one fitness expenditure I’d recommend…
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How I stay motivated to exercise
Do you struggle with exercise motivation or does your motivation come from within? Here’s how I have stayed motivated to exercise over the years. Let me break it down.
Zaggora Breakfast Smoothie Vanilla protein powder review
I recently learned of Zaggora Breakfast Smoothies so I bought some on a whim after seeing the shake is nutritionally sound and that they deliver within Europe. Here’s my Zaggora Breakfast Smoothie review. Find out if Zaggora protein shakes are worth your money or not. Is Zaggora a hit or miss? Read on for my protein shake review.
French grocery store adventures that will turn you into a vegetarian
I’ve always loved grocery shopping and my outings to French grocery stores delight me even 5 years in. There’s always something new to be discovered. I respect the fact that people have their own eating habits and preferences but I can’t say you’ll ever see me willingly ingest any of the meat at French grocery stores you see below.
Buff Bake review: Protein cookies and nut butters
Are Buff Bake products worth your hard-earned cash? Read on for my Buff Bake review.
Fabletics in France: The Shift Bag review
I love Fabletics and recently bought The Shift Bag since my tote bag just wasn’t cutting it anymore. Read on for my Fabletics Shift Bag review.
A Friday trip to the farmers’ market
Tom’s not working today so we took advantage of a local farmers’ market not far from where we live. Places like this make me happy.
How your health & fitness routine changes when you move abroad
After moving to France and having to adapt to a new gym culture and schedule, I’ve reflected on my health. Here’s how your fitness routine changes when you move abroad.
Healthy brands in France: Natsu Foods
So over the past couple of weeks, I’ve happily sampled a variety of Natsu products and am sharing my thoughts here.
Here’s more on Natsu Foods and why I think it’s a brand you should check out.
Rituel Studio Paris review: My Xtend Barre class
While in Paris for a few days last week, I was on the hunt for a fitness class and decided…
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Speedos, showers and swimming in France’s public pools
***I’m currently on vacation in Corsica and this is a guest post from one of my readers. Thanks for checking…
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What I love and hate about Les Mills’ BODYATTACK
Over the years I’ve tried a variety of Les Mills classes but it wasn’t until I moved to France that…
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3 Things I miss about the American fitness scene (and 4 things the French win at)
We have it pretty good in the US when it comes to all things fitness. Even suburbs have a variety…
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French gym culture and an aversion to mirrors
French gym culture can teach you loads about the French. While my gym in town isn’t a hip or happening place,…
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