The Amalfi Coast

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There's something so magical about the Amalfi coast.. And for a second year in a row, I've found myself being drawn to come back. I feel so at peace here.. Like I'm a million miles away from any sort of obligations/stress or commitments. Just free to let my mind check out and be present with all the beauty this place offers. It's a grounding experience each time I visit and since I was feeling a little overdue for some "P&Q" time, I jumped on the first flight I could find after my shoot in Barcelona, and now here I am... already grinning from ear to ear.


Unforgettable Lisbon - Four Seasons Ritz

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I've received the warmest of welcomes here in Lisbon and it's all thanks to the Four Seasons Ritz Hotel. My stay has been above and beyond what I had hoped for. Between impeccable guest services and all the luxurious amenities this hotel offers, they've definitely set the bar high for any future hotel stays. Thank you Four Seasons Ritz for making my time here in Lisbon unforgettable. The day's full of adventure and relaxation were just what I needed! I will surely be back soon! 


Mondays

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Body Suit- Indah // Skirt - Brandy Melville // Shoes - Sam Edelman // Sweater - Rag&Bone // Backpack - Rebecca Minkoff // Sunglasses - Ray-Ban


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Picturesque Sintra

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I couldn't visit Lisbon without making a short drive to one of Europe's most charming medieval towns. Located near the coast in central western Portugal, Sintra is known for it's ancient royal history and romantic Moorish/Manueline castles that line it's foothills. Being a history buff and architecture enthusiast, I found myself overwhelmed by all of the perfectly preserved treasures this place provides. The town offers a visually stimulating mix of Moroccan, Egyptian, Gothic and Renaissance design that made me quickly realize where some of Sintra's first settlers originated from. It's no wonder this beautiful town was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

And after spending half of the day roaming around castles, Jessica and I made the windy drive through the Colares wine region to the beach side city of Cascais. Unfortunately the weather was not in our favor to enjoy the beach but the charming little town surely made up for that. And come summer time, I know exactly where I'll be returning to! :)


Scenes from Portugal

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Bom Dia from Lisboa! I can't tell you all how happy I am to be here.. I've waited years to visit this city and when I finally found the opportunity to do so, I jumped on it. And with the help of my friends and family (who are all from here) I have quite the agenda set out for me.

Lisbon is famous for it's laid back lifestyle, scenic and cultural beauty... Between the rolling hills and cable cars I find that it shares a lot of similarities with San Francisco... Except here you'll find much warmer weather, historical sites on every corner, and shop windows filled with pastel de natas and hearty Portuguese cuisine. To me, this city is a recipe for happiness! I'll be sharing with you my favorite restaurants and "must see sites" in my next post! Xo

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Barcelona Photo Diary

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I'm so, so happy to be back in my "home away from home." My heart will forever be divided between California and Spain so being able to split my time between both places was very important for me. And I feel beyond fortunate that I now have the capability to do so through modeling and the blog.

So here I am again and this time, I have my good friend Jessica (Bon Traveler) here with me for a few weeks of stopping by familiar places and new spots. Our first stop was Barcelona where we explored the city mostly by foot, eating our way through the markets and cafes, and did a bit of sightseeing. Barcelona is always a favorite place to go, as the culture is incredible.

After a quick stay, now we're off to Girona > Madrid > Lisbon!


My Travel Workout

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Ok ladies, my favorite workout routine is finally here! After quite a few requests, I thought I'd share with you all the workouts I like to do when I'm on the road. You can do these routines from home, in a hotel room and or gym. It was vital for me to find certain workout plans that I could do from almost anywhere (with and without weights) as I travel quite often. So my trainer introduced me to TRX bands, and they've been life changing for me. When you're in a different city ever couple of days, it can be difficult to find time to hit the gym and get a proper workout but with these lightweight bands, I can literally take them anywhere and complete a full body workout no matter where I am. I just attach them to a door and I'm set.. The trick is that you use your own body weight in place of equipment you may have needed before.

Also, I've included a few exercises at the end (without the TRX bands) that are my go to's at the gym. Sometimes I'll incorporate these into my TRX workout as well. 

 I can typically get through this routine in 45 minutes but feel free to shorten or lengthen it as you prefer.. Also, the descriptions may not be by the book.. This is just how I like to refer to them.. (Remember I am not a personal trainer haha).


LEGS AND GLUTES:

Single Leg Squats : 15x each leg | 3 Reps

Start in standing position with one leg extended out.

Sit back into a seated position, keeping leg extended. Push back to standing. Alternate legs. 15x each.

Under Arm Split Leg - Hop & Tuck:  15x each leg | 3 Reps

Place the handles under your arms, step/squat back and then jump forward and tuck your knee.

Continue the rocking/ jumping motion until you've completed 15 then switch legs! Your booty will thank you later!

Single Leg Balance Squat with Kick Back: 15x each leg | 3 Reps

Balance is key with this move. It took me a while to be able to do these without the support of a bar or broom. If you need help balancing don't be afraid to grab on to something.

 

This move really helps stabilize your core as well as build muscle in your legs!


ARMS:

The Chair Sit Pullup: 15x | 3 Reps

Act like your sitting down in a chair and then pull yourself back up while squeezing those shoulder blades together.

Make sure to watch your posture and continue to keep knees bent when you come back up. Let the arms do all the work.

Bar & Band Pushups: 15x | 3 reps

Slide a broom or any kind of bar through your TRX handles for push-ups. These will sneak up on you so take it slow.. Make sure to keep the hands wide. The bar is unstable so these really make you use your arms and core to stabilize.

 

ABS:

Slide your TRX bands down to the lowest point.

Plank Mountain Climbers: 15x each side | 3 Reps

Slide toes through handles and start in plank position. Make sure your back is completely straight and not arched.

Pull knees in to meet right elbow. Extend back out to plank position then bring back in to opposite elbow. 15x each side.



And there's my favorite TRX workout! Like I said, go at your own pace and feel free to do less reps if you need to. It's always better to build up slowly then push yourself too hard. And don't forget to HYDRATE!!! My go to hydration drink is the Suja Probiotic water.

 

IN THE GYM:


ARMS:

Bosu Push-ups: 15x | 3 Reps

The bosu ball should be your new best friend in the gym. You can make any easy exercises more challenging by adding it in.

It forces you to balance by stabilizing your core while activatng more of those muscle groups.


ABS:

Pike and Plank: 15x | 3 Reps

Start in plank position with your shins on medicine ball.

Roll up and pull glutes to ceiling. Make sure to keep abs activated through entire movement.

Good ol' Bicycles: 15x | 3 Reps or 1 minute | 3 Reps

Lay down on back. Pull opposite elbow to opposite knee.

Repeat other side. Continue fluid movements. 15x each side or for one full minute.


FULL BODY:

Weighted Ball Slams: 15x | 3 Reps

This is my favorite leg/abs/arms workout. Using a weighted ball, reach up with hands above head, and in one quick squating motion, slam the ball to the ground with all your strength. Make sure your knees don't pass your toes!

The ball won't bounce back up very high so it might take you a few try's to catch it. Once you do, continue this movement as fast/strong as you possibly can for 15x. Great way to relieve stress too! ;)


LEGS AND GLUTES:

Bosu Ball Squats: 15x | 3 Reps

Because every woman should be doing squats for a nice/round booty.

Again, the bosu ball just makes your average squat that much more challenging and effective by forcing you to use that core to balance.

Kettle Bell Swing: 15x | 3 Reps

Start in standing positing, then squat down and spring back up pushing through your legs.

Let the kettle bell swing up and fall back down as you return to squating position then repeat. Keep the same momentum as the kettle bell by pushing through those legs.



That's it for now! I hope you all enjoy these workouts and the results! Any questions feel free to comment below! Xo

Workout Bands - TRX // Sports Bra - Alo Yoga //  Pants - Alo Yoga // Shoes - Nike


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La La Land

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After being away for a few months, I think it's safe to say this past week in LA has been wonderfully hectic! Between meetings, shooting, filming and preparing for a few months on the road starting this coming Saturday, I found myself craming 10,000 things into just 10 days. Thank God my sister joined me as I don't think I would've made it without her here! Anywho, here's a few bts shots a was able to catch in between all the craziness! God, I love LA but I am so ready to jet off to Europe here shortly. ✈️

 

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Giving Back with Tom's

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I've always been a big supporter of non profits and philanthropy work which is why, today, I've decided to highlight a company that I have the utmost love and respect for and who have excelled in the giving back department. That company is Tom's. CEO Blake Mycoskie set out with a simple vision of giving back to people in need by creating a "One for One" business model where every pair of shoe's purchased, Tom's will match by giving a pair to a child in need. And in just a short time, that quickly evolved into "coffee for water", "sunglasses for eyesite" and "bags for safe childbirth." It's amazing how a concept so simple has been so successful in changing 50 million lives in 5 continents in just 10 years! This just goes to show that miraculous things can happen with just a little inspiration and a good heart.

You can see more on how Tom's gives back on www.toms.com

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