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?

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?

Today there was yoga being offered in our yoga studio at noon and I wanted to be able to change quickly. I started with a base (Scoop Neck Tank with the Wunder Under Pant) and "built" on it.

lululemon athletica pieces seen here:

• Express Yourself  Wrap (or the Awareness Wrap for a heavier weight alternative) -
• Scoop Neck Tank - worn under blouse
• Wunder Under Pant - mid-rise pant, great coverage even in Downdog

The Scoop Neck Tank is one of our more versatile, medium-support tanks with a power mesh upper back to keep you cool. I also like the neckline for coverage underneath button down shirts or V-neck tees. In the summer I wore the Scoop Neck on its own tucked into a high-waisted skirt or with a pair of walking shorts, and this winter I'm also using it to layer underneath blouses and sweaters for warmth.

This is the most amazing mat I've tried so far: The Mat. It's grippy, it moisture wicks...now if only we could figure out how to make it fly.

A view of downtown Vancouver, BC from the north east corner of the office (before we got our first snowfall!)

Do you already work lululemon into your day-to-day wardrobe? Share your tips or suggestions in the comment section below!

what is off the mat?

For the next four weeks, I'll show you how I wore the Still Pant, Astro Pant, Groove Pant and (of course) the Wunder Under Pant to the office and then repurposed for yoga or the gym.

Meet the pants I'll be wearing during Off the Mat:

1. groove pants

The Groove Pant style is one of our classics and have been a part of the lululemon athletica family since 1998 with various design updates.

2. still pants

Designed to be the relaxed and loose fitting answer to our Groove Pant, the Still Pant is a company favorite to wear for or after yoga/gym and play. Some of our guests have even taken it into maternity with them!

3. wunder under pants

This style is beyond versatile. Need to see for yourself? Check out the Wunder Under Challenge from earlier this year.

4. astro pants

New to my wardrobe and for many others, meet the Astro Pant: a mid rise, straight leg alternative to the Groove Pant.

Stay tuned, outfits posts will start next week. Have a great weekend everyone!

I was born in February but with a serious summer baby complex. Since I can't get to summer (or make it summer), I'm going to bring summer to me! How will I do this? By plastering my body with my all time favorite color: Antidote from last spring/summer season. I swear it has happy properties because I am in the best mood when I wear it.

This season my favourite colour has to be Faded Zap. I call it my "insta-tan" because it makes my skin look all glowy and sunkissed, all without the harmful effects of heading into a tanning bed. It also makes the people around me glow.

I also think it's a "safe" color. I mean, if I can be seen a mile away, that has to count towards something right?

I must've licked too many highlighters as a child.

What colors invoke your favorite season?

View some products in Faded Zap:

• Define Jacket
• Push Ur Limits Tank
• Groovy Run Short
  

Every month, I have days that I wish I could show up for work in the softest, baggiest clothes. Yes, lululemon has a pretty relaxed dress code but one should still look presentable as you NEVER know who you might have a meeting or conversation with.

My solution: a flannel tunic dress paired with merino wool cardigan. I'm work appropriate, yoga ready AND comfortable!

I love being able to leave my house without a gym bag or purse every now and then. Bus pass, yoga pass, house keys, lip balm and my yoga mat: good to go.

My lululemon pieces today:
-Athletic Deep V Tank
-Wunder Under Crop
-Align Ultra Mat
-Stretch N'go Strap

I'm off to a morning and afternoon of much needed girlfriend time. I have a group of friends who make an effort to take turns planning a monthly event. This month I planned a brunch and then pottery painting. I am looking forward to the stories and laughter we'll be inevitably sharing.

I am most lucky to have these women in my life. I met them all through lululemon and they have each been instrumental in my successes. They are my cheerleaders and supporters. They consistently hold me accountable to my goals and dreams.

In this race that we call life, who are your coaches, team mates and supporters?

My lululemon pieces today:
-Wunder Under Pants
-Scoop Neck Tank
-Align Ultra Mat

There was quite a bit of conversation in our stores and on our facebook page about the new All Out Tank and I had to see what the fuss is all about. It certainly is a new style that we've never done before. There is a shelf bra built into the tank but the feature is that you can tighten the bust from the OUTSIDE. There are two hooks on either side of the chest with slots to tighten the fit.

I like this because the hooks are very easy to get to even after a sweaty workout. I have a 34B chest so the support was great. What I would like to know is how this is working for our guests with larger busts. Have you tried it? What are your thoughts on it?

My lululemon pieces today:
-All Out Tank
-Wunder Under Pant

I was in stealth mode at the gym today. Ninja black to fly under the radar...though you never really can when you wear lululemon.

lululemon pieces today:
-Flow Y Bra
-Cool Racerback
-Wunder Under Pant
-Satin Pirouette Headband

I got the official email from Vancouver Sun Run today and I am excited! This year will be my 4th year completing this 10km race. Last year I completed it in 1hr 12 min and my goal this year is....ONE HOUR!

If there is a race happening in your city, I highly recommend that you try it. All those bridges and roads that you usually drive over take on a whole new look when you run over them. For me, it's Burrard Street Bridge here in Vancouver that makes me go back every year. The view of the ocean as you start over the bridge to the view of city as you look back is absolutely breathtaking.

Wow, has it been a wet couple of days in Vancouver! As you can already see from the photo, I am wearing Wunder Under's and...*gasp* shorts. Today I am going to a hot yoga class with a bunch of my co-workers (and our very special visitor Whitney, more about her in a bit!) and after my last hot yoga in Wunder Under's, I just could not do it again. So today I am using them for my to and from wear. I hope none of you are too disappointed.

Back to my exciting day, we welcomed my San Diego, California counterpart to Vancouver this afternoon! You have probably seen her work on this blog as she is also a blog artist with us. Her name is Whitney and she will be staying a few days in Vancouver to get a taste of lululemon life here in the beautiful British Columbia. Welcome to Vancouver, Whitney!!

Today's lululemon pieces:
-Satin Pirouette Headband
-Scoop Neck Tank
-Wunder Under Pant
-RUN: Speed Short
-Align Ultra Mat
-Skidless Towel

Whitney, a San Diego native, was well prepared for her trip to Vancouver. She showed up with wellies already on her feet!

My lululemon pieces today:
-Cool Racerback
-Wunder Under Pant
-Flow Y Bra
-Happy Hips DVD

My lululemon pieces today:
-Wunder Under Pant
-RUN: Spring Singlet (try this seasons RUN: Swiftly Racerback)
-Flow Y Bra
-Align Ultra Mat

Have an awesome weekend everyone!

My lululemon pieces today are:
-Cool Racerback
-Flow Y Bra IV
-Wunder Under Pant
-Satin Pirouette Headband
-OM Stainless Bottle