Sharing my thoughts on rebounding and why it’s a fun addition to my wellness routine.

Hi friends! Hope you’re having a lovely morning! We’re headed to Hawaii for a bit! I’ll share more of the fun in upcoming posts and you can always find me on IG stories.

Today, I wanted to chat about rebounding since quite a few friends have asked me about it.

Rebounding is one of my absolute favorite ways to stay active and have fun while working out. If you haven’t tried it yet, you’re in for a treat. Today, I wanted to chat about rebounding, explore its potential benefits, and share some ways to incorporate it into your routine.

(My rebounder is here!)

Why I love rebounding

What is Rebounding?

Rebounding involves bouncing on a mini-trampoline, also known as a rebounder. It’s a low-impact exercise that can be done at home or in a fitness class. The up-and-down motion of bouncing is not only fun but also effective in working out various muscle groups, improving balance, and boosting cardiovascular health.

Rebounding can be traced back to NASA, where astronauts used it to regain bone density and muscle mass after returning from space. The unique gravitational force experienced during rebounding is said to be 68% more effective than jogging, making it an efficient workout option. Plus, it’s accessible to people of all ages and fitness levels.

Potential Benefits of Rebounding

Cardiovascular Health:

Rebounding gets your heart rate up, which helps improve cardiovascular health. This aerobic exercise strengthens the heart, improves circulation, and helps lower blood pressure. Regular rebounding sessions can enhance overall cardiovascular endurance, making everyday activities easier and more enjoyable.

Lymphatic System Support:

The bouncing motion stimulates lymphatic flow, aiding in detoxification and immune function. Unlike the cardiovascular system, the lymphatic system doesn’t have a pump. Rebounding helps move lymphatic fluid through your body, flushing out toxins and waste products, which can boost your immune response and overall health.

Low-Impact Exercise:

It’s gentle on the joints, making it a great option for those with joint concerns or recovering from injuries. The trampoline mat absorbs much of the impact, reducing stress on the knees, hips, and spine. This makes it a safe and effective exercise for individuals with arthritis or those recovering from surgery.

Improved Balance and Coordination:

Regular rebounding helps enhance balance and coordination. The unstable surface of the rebounder challenges your body to maintain stability, improving proprioception and neuromuscular coordination. This can help prevent falls and imp

Sharing some of the food highlights from our trip to Spain. If you have any recs to share, please shout them out in the comments! My last Spain recap is here. 

Hi friends! Happy Monday! I hope that your week is off to a great start. We had a lovely weekend over here. We celebrated my nana’s birthday – I’ll share some pics in Friday Faves – enjoyed the Tucson monsoons (SO good), and got ready for a little adventure. I post a lot more over on IG stories if you’d like to follow along there!

For today’s post, I wanted to share some eats from Spain! You guyyyyyyssss. The food was incredible. Everything was fresh and delicious – even the fried options felt light and less greasy than their US counterparts – and I’ve already tried to replicate some of our favorite dishes here at home. While we went out to eat a LOT and tried so much incredible places, I’m sharing our top picks from Sevilla below.

A funny note before we get started: we like to eat. Like, a lot. We’re all foodies, we all enjoy it, and we like the try ALL the things. Also, when we travel, we tend to have one giant meal each day and then snack and grab smaller bites the rest of the day. (You can see an example of this when we went to Mykonos here.) At least three times during the trip, the server asked us to stop ordering. “Ok, that’s enough food.” LOL. Let it be known that we ordered a lot – you know, in the name of research – and we crushed it. Maybe they’re used to tourists ordering a lot of food and wasting it? Welp, that wasn’t us.

Sevilla Food Recommendations and recap!

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Hi friends! Happy Friday! What are you up to this weekend? Today is my nana’s birthday! So we’re absolutely looking forward to a celebration with the birthday girl. Other than that, Liv and I have a volunteer event, and we’re just going to chill and swim around here. I’m going to catch a quick TSS workout today, too!

(Missing our Spain feasts so I made some paella and croquetas last night. Next Spain recap will be up on Modnay!)

I’d love to hear what you have going on!

It’s time for the weekly Friday Faves party! This is where I share some of my favorite finds from the week and around the web. I always love to hear about your faves, too, so please shout out something you’re loving in the comments section below.

7.19 Friday Faves

Fashion + beauty + random:

SO many amazing finds still in stock at the Nordstrom Anniversay Sale.

Here are some of my top picks:

The best pajamas

Cute and comfy joggers.

Like a more flattering version of a Nap Dress.

Ordered these flare jeans.

Obsessed with this athletic dress.

These are my favorite black pants of all time. I wear them when I need to dress a little more business casual and they’re super flattering, and look cute with heels or flats.

The perfect time to stock up on Bombas!

Love this dress for everyday or travel.

The best no-show socks!

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I’m so excited to be chatting with Seed Co-founder Ara Katz today.

Here’s what we discuss:

– The microbiome and how we can best support it

– The creation of Seed

– The importance of the vaginal microbiome and supporting this delicate ecosystem — we’re going to hear more and more about this

– Her tips for being Healthy in Real Life

and so much more.

166: The power of the microbiome with Seed co-founder, Ara Katz

Here’s more about Ara and her background:

You might already be familiar with Seed from their flagship product, DS-01®, which has garnered mass attention and the title of the #1 selling probiotic, gaining attention from celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow, Karlie Kloss, and Cameron Diaz. But the story behind Seed and Ara herself extends far beyond their acclaimed product.

Ara is a dynamic three-time founder (recently named to CNBC’s inaugural Changemakers list) who has built, advised, and invested in some of the most notable consumer brands across consumer, health, and tech. Her path to science began not in a lab but with personal challenges –– 20 years ago, her mom’s pancreatic cancer diagnosis ignited her passion for health and science. Later, Ara was introduced to the microbiome by way of a miscarriage, struggles with breastfeeding, and the realization of how little science informed the products she turned to. It was this journey that led her to found Seed Health. Seed has seen 800+% revenue growth in the last 3 years, but it isn’t just a commercial success story; it’s the culmination of Ara’s lifelong passion for technology, storytelling, and design, all harnessed to leverage science for humanity’s benefit. In addition to her role as CEO, Ara oversees the company’s environmental research under SeedLabs, and co-directs LUCA Biologics, the company’s venture targeting the vaginal microbiome for the future of women’s health.

Now, Ara is expanding Seed’s impact beyond the gut, with its first innovation targeting the vaginal microbiome –– a watershed moment for women’s health.

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Sharing a full roundup of the best finds from Amazon Prime Day!

Hi friends! I hope you’re having a wonderful week. Thank you for all of the your amazing comments on my first Spain recap post! I’ll have the next one up next week!

For today, let’s put on our shopping pants — Prime Day is here!

I look forward to this sale each year, and use as a chance to stock up on holiday gifts (I try to buy as early as possible to simplify my life), get things we need for the house, and other items I’ve had my eye on, but have been waiting for the price to drop.

I scoured all of the days early so I could find the best of the best to share in today’s blog post. These are all items that we either use and love or things I’ve had my eye on and the deals are SO good. This is a friendly reminder that affiliate links are included below, which don’t impact purchase price and enable me to earn a small kickback. Amazon’s commissions are low compared to other companies that I’ve partnered with, so every little bit genuinely helps our family. Thank you thank you to those of you who choose to shop through my links.

Ok friends, let’s get into the deals!

Amazon Prime Day Faves

For her:

Great deal on these cute sunnies.

This dress is super similar to the Somerset dresses I love so much, and they have a ton of colors.

Comfy and cute lounge set.

I’ve had my eye on this vest set; might need to go for it!

I have a similar visor and wear it all the time for pool and beach days.

I’ve been needing some new ankle weights for TSS workouts.

This gorgeous tulle dress.

I prefer stainless steel gua sha because it’s easier to keep it clean.

I have this coverup in navy!

Love this midi dress with pockets.

For my friends who play tennis or who, like me, don’t play tennis but like to dress like we do. 😉

Frownies! One of my favorite natural Botox alternatives.

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