blog » wunder under crop http://lululemon.com/community/blog Read about yoga and running, inspirational goal setting, meditation, healthy snacks, travel stories, playlists and an overwhelming love of life. Tue, 21 May 2013 21:20:21 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.4.2 off the mat: the 5 year vision http://lululemon.com/community/blog/off-the-mat-the-5-year-vision/ http://lululemon.com/community/blog/off-the-mat-the-5-year-vision/#comments Thu, 30 Dec 2010 15:11:23 +0000 Elim http://www.lululemon.com/community/blog/?p=20518 I can see the lights of New York City from here.

The challenge that created a change in my life.

With 2010 soon coming to a close, I can't help but get retrospective. Working for a company like lululemon, setting goals and then reaching for them is a part of our daily conversations. Whether I am walking into the office or visiting one of our stores, goals are posted on walls for everyone to see. One of my challenges has been setting realistic health and fitness goals for myself.

At first it was daunting. Was I seriously going to carry a large gym bag to work with me everyday just so I could go to yoga? The challenge was there and to overcome it I applied a well known mantra: dress for success. I started to get strategic with my luon to maximise my outfits. By being just a few layers away from participating in a circuit training class or run, I could no longer give myself an excuse not to follow through. Cheers to getting a little creative with your clothing and sweating once a day along the way!

This year's favorite pieces for making like Clark Kent:
-Scoop Neck Tank
-Wunder Under Pant
-Flow Y Bra
-Premium Technithong
-Power Y Tank
-Cool Racerback
-Wunder Under Crop

My 5 year vision:

I live in New York City. I work for a lovely Creative Director at Vogue Magazine and though my Chuck Taylor's are more often than not replaced by 4 inch heels, my roots will always be in luon.

2011 is just around the corner. What are your health and fitness goals for the new year?

]]> http://lululemon.com/community/blog/off-the-mat-the-5-year-vision/feed/ 9 off the mat: the wunder-ful http://lululemon.com/community/blog/off-the-mat-the-wunder-ful/ http://lululemon.com/community/blog/off-the-mat-the-wunder-ful/#comments Thu, 09 Dec 2010 18:30:46 +0000 Elim http://www.lululemon.com/community/blog/?p=20005 You don't need to look far to know how much I love our Wunder Under bottoms (31 days straight will do that). They are definitely versatile. They've pulled double duty for me from work, to dinners, yoga and play.

Ditching the elevator for the stairs

why i love my wunder unders

  • a mid-rise pant that sits comfortably around my lower waist
  • keeps me covered even in downward dog
  • hidden pocket in the waistband so that I never misplace my lip balm or gym key
  • Available in a pant or crop, I could wear this style year round (which I do)

How to wear them "off the mat": the key is to keep your bum covered with a longer top, especially in a work environment.

What's keeping me warm underneath my sweater? The Yogi Dance Tank. It has built in support, adjustable shoulder straps and a adjustable hemline. Love the look but want some more coverage? Try layering a Cool Racerback or Flow Y  Bra underneath.

My favourite sock for the gym (or in this case, a Bar Method class): Featherweight Socks

What's your favourite "sweat once a day" activity? Which bottoms are your 'go to' style?

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Today I was challenged by my co-workers Jennie and Whitney to try and "dress up" my Wunder Under look. Whitney even suggested that I plan a date around it, which I did because I always love to get my handsome boyfriend out of the house. So after work, I'm taking my Wunder Under's out for dinner and movie with my most favorite man friend.

I'm looking forward to a very relaxing evening because Saturday I've got big yoga plans: Happy Hips dvd before breakfast with boyfriend and then zoom zooming to Richmond to attend a class at the Hope for Haiti Yogathon happening at Richmond Centre. If you live in the Vancouver region, I hope to see you there!

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My role as Online Product Education Guru has me running around many days with my laptop hanging off my shoulders or arms. I swore after grade 9 that I would never carry a backpack again. Today, I bought a new backpack. I had to, my back was begging me to. And with my February blogging role just around the corner, it seemed timely as well. A backpack will free my hands, perfect for greeting all the visitors coming to Vancouver!

I'm not going to give up my beautiful totes anytime soon though, but I am happy to have this new option.

My lululemon pieces today:
-Super Tracker Jacket
-All Out Tank
-Wunder Under Crop
-Blissful Yoga Pack

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5 days left of the Wunder Under Challenge! This challenge is a good practice as it is preparing me for a crazy, awesome blogging extravaganza that will be happening in February!

If you haven't heard yet, my beautiful city of Vancouver, British Columbia is hosting an amazing event that will be an experience of a lifetime for many of its citizens, not to mention the athletes that will be competing.

Stay tuned for on the ground, shot from the hip, minute by minute daily updates from myself and 4 other bloggers as we navigate the numerous community events this city will be hosting.

I'm practicing my cheer face, show me yours! Email photos to onlinecommunity@lululemon.com and we'll share it on our flickr account!

My lululemon pieces today:
-Swift Tank
-Wunder Under Pant
-Cheer Me On Toque
-Cheer Me On Scarf

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TGIF everyone! What are your sweat challenge activities this weekend?

My lululemon pieces today:
-Wunder Under Crop
-Cool Racerback
-OM Stainless bottle

]]> http://lululemon.com/community/blog/wunder-under-challenge-day-22/feed/ 6 wunder under challenge: day 20 http://lululemon.com/community/blog/wunder-under-challenge-day-20/ http://lululemon.com/community/blog/wunder-under-challenge-day-20/#comments Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:08:39 +0000 Elim http://www.lululemon.com/community/blog/?p=5606 day20

First time ever: layered my Shape jacket over my street clothes. This challenge is certainly making me more creative with my lululemon pieces. Usually the warm up jacket would've been stuffed into my gym bag and then making its appearance only once I was at the gym. I'm definitely going to try this more.

My lululemon pieces:
-Shape Jacket (try this season's Stride Jacket)
-Wunder Under Crop
-RUN Sprint Singlet (try this season's Intention Tank)
-Om Stainless Bottle

Shout out to Jennifer at my dentist's office who just got her first pair of lululemon pants. Yup, it really is ME!!

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12 MORE DAYS!

I think it's time for a new tank for yoga/run. What are your favorite styles and why?

My lululemon pieces today:
-Wunder Under Crop
-Cool Racerback (layered underneath)
-RUN: Swiftly Tech SS

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Today I am going to try running outside for the first time in MONTHS. Wish me luck!!

My lululemon pieces:
-Wunder Under Crop
-Cool Racerback
-A running jacket so old I cannot remember the name of, but you can try this season's RUN: Leader of the Track Jacket or RUN:Track N Field Jacket

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It all started with a tweet from my coworker, Shawna: Day 3 of Hockey Helmut Challenge! Miss Elim I see your Wunder Under Challenge & raise you fleece love in the form of a helmet challenge!

Do you know what is crazier than the Wunder Under Challenge? Wearing the Hockey Helmut EVERY DAY for a whole week. And when I say every day, it also means EVERY WHERE, ALL THE TIME (except at home, there they can let their heads breathe).

We've got a Hockey Helmut challenge running for a week within our Store Support Centre and the people who participate have to capture an amazing photo wearing their Hockey Helmut. And what does all this sweaty, well worn fleece win you? One of four seats to a men's hockey game on Feb. 16, 2010. If you see Shawna (or any of the other competitors) out and about, give her a high five or offer to take a picture with her. You might help her win her own piece of gold.

My lululemon pieces today:
-Wunder Under Crop
-Bella Tank (try this season's Hot Class Tank)
-Happy Hips DVD
-Align Ultra Mat

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How much do you love color!!? Just seeing some bright color on my body can make me happy and light, especially when it's cold and grey. Are there any colors that put a smile on your face?

My lululemon pieces today:
-Pulse Wrap (try this season's Cocoon Wrap)
-Cool Racerback
-Wunder Under Crop

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My day 9 learnings:
-I really like 3 lululemon pieces the most: Wunder Unders (though we can talk about that again on day 31), Cool Racerback and Flow Y Bras
-Dressing for a work out means you have to go
-I really can make time for yoga or run almost everyday!

Today's lululemon pieces:
-Cool Racerback
-Wunder Under Crop
-Velocity Socks

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Today we experienced a drop in temperature for beautiful Vancouver with a cold hard sun in the sky. For my trek to the office I layered thick socks and a wool sweater over my luon for warmth.

You can't see it but I'm using the Run: Brisk LS as a mid-layer between my tank and sweater. This running luon is amazingly warm and holds my body heat where I need it most, my torso. I'm looking forward to using it in the Spring for actual outdoor running.

The lululemon pieces I have on for yoga today:
-Athletic Deep V Tank III
-Wunder Under Crop

I was reminded today of a post I wrote last summer, and wow, have my love for Wunder Under's come full circle!

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Just by changing my footwear, I'm off the street and in the zone for an hour at the gym of weight training and cardio. Because I take public transit, it's key for me to pack light. All I have to bring along with me are my running socks and runners.

The lululemon pieces getting me through the day:

-Savasana Wrap (try this season's Gratitude Wrap)

-Wunder Under Crop

-Run: Swiftly Tech

-Flow Y Bra II (worn underneath the Swiftly Tech)

-Running socks (I can't remember what they're called but you can try this seasons Women's Featherweight socks)

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It's day three of the Wunder Under Challenge and I'm ready for some hot yoga!

My challenge outfit today consists of:

- Wunder Under Pant
- Cool Racerback
- The Essential Gym bag. Check out the Best Basic Yoga Tote for a bag that can store your gear and your mat!

Where are you sweating today?

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