blog » wunder under challenge http://www.lululemon.com/community/blog Read about yoga and running, inspirational goal setting, meditation, healthy snacks, travel stories, playlists and an overwhelming love of life. Thu, 16 May 2013 21:59:34 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.4.2 wunder under challenge: day 31 with my pants http://www.lululemon.com/community/blog/wunder-under-challenge-day-31/ http://www.lululemon.com/community/blog/wunder-under-challenge-day-31/#comments Mon, 01 Feb 2010 04:01:35 +0000 Elim http://www.lululemon.com/community/blog/?p=5809 wunder under base layer pants

Day 31 learnings:

1. lululemon makes amazing black stretchy pants.

Both pairs of my Wunder Unders have stood up to this challenge beautifully. They weren't brand new to begin with but they haven't "aged" either. The color did not fade, the fabric did not stretch out and there has been minimal pilling from abrasion.

2. It IS possible to re-purpose.

Prior to this challenge, much of my closet was "categorized". I would only wear certain pieces for work, play, dressy events, and to work out in. I've started to look at all my clothes differently. Something that I would only have pulled out for "dressy" occasions are starting to see the light of day (Examples: Day 1, Day 15, Day 25) and lululemon pieces that only saw the inside of my gym bag are going with me to work and play (Day 12, Day 14, Day 19).

3. I'm already wearing my yoga/run/work out clothes. I have NO excuse not to get my yoga/run/sweat on

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The response I received from this challenge has been overwhelming. To every friend, co-worker, and guest who took the time to have a conversation with me, provide encouragement and support, comment on a post, share their day with me by checking into the blog or ask me how I was doing (I loved the concern fellow co-workers expressed over my hygiene), you are WUNDERful. Your words have added more fuel to my fire at reaching my personal goals in fashion and styling.

For my CGSE updates, photos and blog posts
Facebook: Elim Canada
Twitter: @elimcgse
Foursquare: elimcgse

I would like to personally thank Alana, Shawna, and Ron for making this all happen EVERY DAY.

Thank you to lululemon Briar Hill ( @lululemonbhill) for sharing your tweets with me.

Note: Do try this at home. No Wunder Unders were hurt during the course of this challenge.

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I was really excited for the Hope for Haiti Yogathon that was organised by two of my key leaders at the GEC, Frances and Liz. When I completed my class at 3:00pm, they were close to their goal for the cause.

Did you know that many of our community events are organised by our stores and are complimentary? Check out the community calendar at a store near you to see what they have planned each month. It's a great way to meet people in your community, reach your health goals or even try yoga for the first time.

Click here to find a store near you.

Much thanks to Alex from YYoga Richmond for teaching me how to do my very first headstand. It was AWESOME.

My lululemon pieces today:
-Cool Racerback
-Bella Tank (if you'd like an organic material for your practice, try our 5 Tee Pima)
-Wunder Under Pant
-Stretch N'go Strap
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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!

For more information, please click on this link.

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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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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:

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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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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!

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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My boyfriend made a yoga starter kit for his mom's birthday this month. He gave her the Stretch N'Go Strap with an Align Ultra Mat and I got to show her how to use it.

After I had strapped her new mat into it, I thought to myself "so...why don't I have this?". I had been using a piece of fabric to knot my mat up until present and it wasn't the sturdiest - it's come apart twice while in transit and it doesn't stay on my shoulder very well. This strap feels very sturdy, the length was perfect to wear it messenger style and it was very easy to grip in my hands.

Next up: learn how to use it as a stretch belt.

My lululemon pieces today:
-Wunder Under Crop
-Power Y Tank
-Strech N'Go Strap

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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

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