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Stripe Happy, RIP Abs & On Mondays We Link-Up (#22)

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Well HELLO lovely people! I haven’t posted since…last Thursday. Yikes. Then with the holiday last weekend, Sarah and I decided to take a week off from the linkup. But I’ve been busy! Since recovering from my respiratory virus (yuck) I went to NYC, enjoyed a wonderful 4th of July, and worked my butt off at my job. Between all that, sadly, there was hardly any time for blogging.

BUT I’m back with this amazing yet simple striped top and distressed jeans. And alas, I’m lamenting that I don’t have abs like these anymore.

OUTFIT DETAILS:

STRIPED CROP TOP c/o | OLD NAVY DENIM | DOROTHY PERKINS MULES | WARBY PARKER SUNNIES c/o | BAUBLEBAR MALANA NECKLACE c/o | CAPPELLI STRAWORLD BAG, option, option  LIPS: NARS HEAT WAVE

Lifestyle blogger Roxanne of Glass of Glam wearing a striped crop top, Old Navy denim, and a straw bag Lifestyle blogger Roxanne of Glass of Glam wearing a striped crop top, Old Navy denim, a baublebar necklace, and warby parker sunglasses Lifestyle blogger Roxanne of Glass of Glam wearing a striped crop top, Old Navy denim, and warby parker sunglasses Lifestyle blogger Roxanne of Glass of Glam wearing a striped crop top, Old Navy denim, a baublebar necklace, and warby parker sunglasses OUTFIT DETAILS:

STRIPED CROP TOP c/o | OLD NAVY DENIM | DOROTHY PERKINS MULES | WARBY PARKER SUNNIES c/o | BAUBLEBAR MALANA NECKLACE c/o | CAPPELLI STRAWORLD BAG, option, option  LIPS: NARS HEAT WAVE

Photography by Dave Mentzer

Can we just say a quick RIP to my abs? They were amazing in these pics that I took awhile ago. I was going to the gym 4-5 times a week, and lots of cardio, and eating SO WELL. But getting sick meant that I skipped the gym, ate what I wanted, and to make a long story short I put on some pounds. I’m not thrilled about it, but I will get back to my usual self in a couple of weeks.

I left a message on my gym’s Facebook page asking the coaches for some guidance on how to get back into it after you’re been gone for awhile. I said that I felt like I had lost so much strength in the past couple of weeks, and that I am feeling kind of scared, weak, and disappointed, even though I know it happens to the best of us. One of my coaches replied with some wisdom, and I’m just gonna quote him here because I found it so motivating and true (I will highlight my fave parts). He said:

 I used to experience this all the time when I was in the Navy and getting started with CrossFit- I would feel like I was *finally* getting #gainz, then I’d go to sea for a month and feel like I lost everything. What I’ve found in my experience is that the first week (sometimes two) is always the hardest – and since it’s such a mental defeat coming in and not being where you were when you stopped, I simply set “showing up” as my goal for the class. I find that when I allow myself to “show up and not try” I lower my expectations for the class and feel pretty good with my relative under-performance. After a week or two, change your mindset back to: “Show up and kick ass” and you’ll surpass where you were in no time!

Isn’t that awesome? The day I saw his reply I got my butt back into the gym and committed to just showing up. Once I was there, I felt amazing and hit a push jerk personal record. Crazy.

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I’m skipping favorites for the link-up this week, I hope you don’t mind. But I am always inspired by the outfits and posts you link-up. While I currently don’t have the time I would like to comment on all your posts (maybe in the future I will) I do click on the links and visit your posts! So thank you for your commitment to our community!

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Comments

  1. Bojana says

    We are just so hard on ourselves, just working a blog post about body image as we speak, and so very unforgiving, aren’t we. Good on you for getting back to it and just as an FYI, I think you always look amazing.

    bosbodaciousblog.blogspot.ca

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  5. Sierra says

    Sometimes blogging breaks are so needed. I feel you girl, my abs are not what they used to be at all. If only I could get into more of a routine with working out but I barely have time for sleep for anymore lol. This is a great look on you though! Beautifully Candid

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  15. Ada says

    As you know I always love seeing your Insta stories and saw your amazing 4th of July weekend in NYC. I took it easy on posting and commenting last week as I enjoyed some days off, too. And girl you look great, your abs are so much better than mine. Love this outfit. The white jeans and light neutral colors are so you. I just wish they had those amazing mules in my size so I could order them.

    Last but not least, you should check out my most recent post when you have time, because we are both rocking skinny distressed white jeans and fun striped tops today, in our monochrome looks. Hey, great minds think alike!

    http://eleganceandmommyhood.blogspot.com/2017/07/monochromatic-bell-sleeves-look-18.html

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  17. Rox-Anne says

    I feel ya girl! Once something knocks you of your rhythm, like an illness or vacation, it’s hard to get back into it! I love what your coach said about making the goal to just show up. It really makes sense to just take a small step and eventually you’ll be back where you want to be. You look fab in these photos! I’ve got ab envy over here! 😀 xx Rox-Anne

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    • Roxanne says

      It’s so true! He is a great coach and a wealth of knowledge. I will get back into it for sure. Less takeout, more cooking, and more exercise!

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  19. Mary says

    Your coaches comments are awesome! I totally relate, too. Since I injured myself running four weeks ago I haven’t been able to do much of anything. I really fell into a funk. I don’t think a lot of us realize how addictive those endorphins are. Yesterday, I was finally able to take a short walk and though it wasn’t a typical run I was just thrilled to be moving again. It truly is about showing up. Great post!

    Mary
    http://marymurnane.com

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    • Roxanne says

      I’m sorry to hear you got injured, Mary! You’re so right, the endorphins are key. On your first day back you remember how amazing it feels, even if you’re not able to do much!

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    • Roxanne says

      Thanks lovely! You’re so sweet. Welp these pics were taken before I got sick and fell off the deep end. But I’m gonna get them back!

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  24. Jill says

    It’s so hard getting back into your fitness routine after you’ve been sick. Making your goal to just show up is great advice! This is such a cute summer look! You look amazing!

    Jill
    Doused In Pink

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  26. Mica says

    Sorry to hear that you’ve been sick, not fun! Definitely do take it easy on yourself – once you’ve recovered you can get back into the swing of things, everyone needs time to rest!

    Thank you for the link up!

    Hope you have had a lovely weekend 🙂

    Away From The Blue Blog

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