Christie's Favorite Things this Week (4/4)

1. Salt Rock Night Light- I'm obsessed with these. I originally got the idea to put them in my bathroom to help me wind down while getting ready for bed from The Skinny Confidential podcast. I liked it so much I added another one to my bedroom.

2. NARS Tinted Moisturizer- Classic favorite since the Flybarre days. This tinted moisturizer is great for workouts or going out to run errands or hang out with friends.

3. Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask- Perfect to keep your lips moisturized at night. I also wear it all day long too! It works so well and doesn't make your lips chapped like some other lip glosses.

4. Kinship Supermello Moistering Gel Cream- I use this directly under my eyes and neck! This has been a favorite for me over the winter, and I will continue using it in the spring because it's very light, but moisturizing.

5. Cymbiotika Magnesium Oil Spray- Magnesium oil has been a game changer for my neck and shoulders while I sleep! I put this on right before bed and it helps relax my muscles for more comfortable sleep.

6. Tazo Vanilla Bean Macaron- Tastes delicious and is super comforting. There's a little bit of caffeine in it so I like to make myself a cup in the afternoon instead of having a third cup of coffee.

7. Yoga Blocks- You know I'm serious about my stretching! The yoga blocks have been great for adding extra intensity or allowing for more comfortable modifications during stretch sessions.

8. Judgement Detox by Gabby Bernstein- I started this book a few years ago, but recently picked it up again and finished it on Saturday. I love the meditations and EFT tapping scripts she offers in this book. The ocean wave meditation is my favorite.

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MCG Holiday Gift Guide

1. Bala Bangles

You've seen me use them in class and talk about them all the time! I'm obsessed. Not only are Balas super cute, but they're extremely effective. Use them for your workout regressions or progressions or spice up your daily walk. They're super easy to clean and travel with! The 1lb weights are my favorite. Get $5 off your bala purchase with this link.

2. The Patch Brand Vitamins

It's a little weird to take your vitamins from a sticker, but these babies really work! The sleep patch is my favorite. It calms my body down and helps me sleep through the night. The energy patch is perfect for those days you can't stop yawning, but still want to power through and get your work AND workout done.

3. The Skinny Confidential Ice Roller

One of my morning rituals is to ice roll my face. It helps wake me up before teaching an 8AM class and combats face bloat. Not to mention feels like an icy facial massage. I like to roll it over my jaw to soothe my TMJ. You're supposed to roll up your face and down your neck to boost lymphatic drainage in the body.

4. Milk Boss Pink Frother

You know I'm obsessed with my morning coffee! It wouldn't be the same delicousness without a frother. My favorite coffee drink this year has been pour over Starbuck coffee with honey, cinnamon, a twist of Himalayan salt, and almond milk creamer all frothed together.

5. Carbon38 Diamond Compression Set

Besides Takara Shines, Carbon38's Diamond Compression set is my favorite activewear set to workout in. The fabric hugs your body perfectly, doesn't roll, feels smooth, and doesn't cling to you too much. Use my code CHRISTIEHOR50 for 15% off your first two orders.

6. Atomic Habits - James Clear

I know this book has been on the top of the Amazon charts for over a year now, but I finally caved and started reading it. I'm obsessed. Now I'm thinking about all these systems I can implement to become my best self. One of my favorite quotes so far is, "It is a simple two-step process: Decide the type of person you want to be. Prove it to yourself with small wins." My second favorite part from the book is the Goldilocks Rule.

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We're Rebranding the #TransformationPhoto

You know I love a sweaty selfie! We're taking it's meaning to a whole new level.

A few weeks ago I wrote a blog post about how working out is not about a transformation photo. Transformation photos have the reputation of being all about what you look like on the outside, and don't focus enough on the transformation on the inside. A lot of you reached out to me to let me know how much you related with what I wrote. I appreciated it so much. You're my people!

This week MCG Member, Emily W., reached out to encourage me to continue the conversation. I LOVE IT! She had the incredible idea to turn our sweaty selfies into the new, updated transformation photo.

I'm always encouraging you to post a sweaty selfie. I want you to look at it as the #TheNewAfterPhoto. Technically, your #sweatyselfie post is an "after" photo. It's after an uplifting or challenging workout. It's in the moment of when you're feeling energetic and accomplished after you take class. It's a way to celebrate yourself after the fact that you SHOWED up! YES, you did that! This is the kind of after photo that captures how you're feeling in your head and heart. This is my kind of transformation photo!

Whenever you post a #sweatyselfie after an MCG class, please hashtag #TheNewAfterPhoto as a celebration of what you just accomplished.

Thank you so much Emily for such an amazing idea!