. . . for Lauren and Lauren: Trying Something New

September 9, 2012

Trying Something New


  sweater: jcpenny (similar)  leggings: jcpenny

I've mentioned before that I am not good at being adventurous or trying new things. 

This weekend I went to my first yoga class.  
I have always wanted to try it and am proud of myself for doing it!  

My mom and I went together, and I honestly was afraid that I would start laughing during part of it.
Especially if there was any type of chanting. 

Thankfully neither of those things happened. 


flats: $15 Target   necklace: gift  watch: Target


I actually really enjoyed it and we plan on going again. 

Only negative - there was this loud breathing, bear man across from me and if you know me even the occasional sniffle is annoying. 

So I'm hoping next time I'm surrounded by quiet breathers.  

After, my mom and I walked to Starbucks to get coffee and I have to admit, taking a yoga class and then going out to coffee raised my self cool bar a little higher. 


Admitting that and documenting it in pictures, should probably lower it again. 

Hope your weekend was as adventurous as mine!


If you haven't entered Kerrie's giveaway from last week you should!



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49 comments:

Alana Christine said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

I don't know if I could handle a group yoga class. The few times I've tried yoga it was slow paced and had very awkward positions. lol. Kudos for trying it!

Ashley said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

Good for you!!! You'll have to try Pilates next...love it!

And love your sweater. Adorable!

still being [molly] said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

LOL i do yoga at home but i can't handle the classes. i feel silly! you look adorable, katie!

Simply LKJ said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

Good for you for trying it! I hate group exercise classes period! But yes, a good cup of Starbucks is the best end to any day!!

Jo said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

Good for you! I LOVED my yoga class and I really really miss it now that I have to take my daughter to kindergarten at that time. By the end I was even able to do the "crow" pose! I'm sure I looked ridiculous, but it was a fun accomplishment.

Count To Four said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

love those animal print shoes!

i LOVE yoga as well, one of the best things i ever tried!

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Chrissy + Nate said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

How fun! I went to a boot camp workout at school last week and realized strength training is NOT for me! I need something more calming/serene! Maybe I should take up yoga... via Wii Fit! :) Your outfit is too cute, as usual! Have a great week, Katie!

Unknown said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

LOVE that you tried yoga with your mom! If you get even more adventurous, try hot yoga!

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Kerrie Williams said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

haha your cool bar is way high, no worries ;) I love yoga, but I've never gone to a class before.I've only done it at home with a video.

Suzzie Vehrs said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

I laughed through all of the first yoga class I went to. But I still love it! even though I have a long way to go.

SHF said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

I have always wanted to go to yoga but I'm so self-conscious I don't know if I could! Kudos to you for going (and I don't think documenting it lowers your coolness factor at all)!

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J and A said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

Oh I know the man you speak of!!! Terrible. I like yoga in my basement!! ;) but hot yoga is wonderful in the winter. Love the watch!!

Amanda Raborn said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

Cracking up right now! I recently got into yoga/pilates too and LOVE it... There is something so nice about the stretching and working your body without nearly dying. I wouldn't handle loud breathers to well, either. And hey, I think the images boosted your cool bar :)

Amanda
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Jennifer @ Delightfully Noted said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

Funny you bring this up because I tried Yoga out for the first time a few weeks ago and ummmm yeah mine was weird to say the least. Let's just say at one point the instructor had us sticking our thumbs in our belly button chanting......thhhumb, thhhhumb, thhhumb. I'm thinking there may be a difference between those hard core yoga places versus like a yoga class at Lifetime Fitness or something bc no one else I talked to has had an experience like me!

Fash Boulevard said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

oh my goodness, I know exactly what you mean. My sister and I went to our first yoga class a few weeks ago and couldn't barely contain the laughing. I'm clearly not very flexible. lol. Adore this post, love. If you get a sec, I'd love if you'd check out my latest outfit post and part one of my NYFW experience, including my lunch to discuss my LaurenConrad.com style column and meeting the fabulous Olivia Palermo... Eeek.<3

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joy said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

haha yay for liking yoga! It's so fun isn't it :)

Heather said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

Orange and leopard is a great fall combo! I love yoga - but from the confines of my living room :)

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Ashley said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

you are totally cool! :) Isn't it awesome. I decided this week I'm getting back into yoga. With all the running, I need something to stretch these muscles out. I got turned off for awhile because I was going to hot yoga....and it's freaking hot but I think some regular yoga is calling my name! :)

TheTinyHeart said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

I've never done yoga before and I don't think I'm brave enough to take a class!

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Bonnie said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

I love the color of this top! It's gorgeous on you. I have never done a group yoga class; I used to practice alone in my house.

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Jessica said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

You crack me up :-) I know what you mean about the breathers at yoga too! Have you ever tried hot yoga? I remember several heavy breathers in there and I won't even mention the sweat flinging around that place at times! YUCK!

And there was that one time a guy wore loose shorts and no underwear. Yeah -- we unfortunately, saw everything!

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Always Maylee said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

Love the orange top on you! I've always wanted to go to a yoga class, but never actually made it there. You've just reminded me to look into it again! :)

xo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee

The Olive Tree Blog said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

haha. I took yoga as a gym class in college...hated it...I felt like I was wasting precious time relaxing lol.

I would love to try it again!

noone said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

Yoga is one of my favourite things to do in my spare time, and love the top you are wearing!

Because Shanna Said So said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

I have never tried yoga. I am not sure I could be that quiet for that long. :) You have always been on the cool chart...and it did not drop any lower after this post! ;) Have a great week!
Shanna

Rolled Up Pretty said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

I'm LOVING that orange shirt! SO CUTE!

Ashley said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

Love that orange sweater! The color is fantastic on you! You just reminded me that I really need to sign up for a yoga class. I took a few in college and loved it. It's so relaxing! I'm with you on the loud breathing though...that can make for a very difficult time concentrating xx

Alycia Grayce (Crowley Party) said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

love that orange on you! so ready for fall!

his little lady said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

your self cool bar is definitely high girl ;)
xo TJ

Unknown said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

I love Yoga!! Classes are great and it's really easy to do at home too! :)

-Stephanie
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CC said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

Very cute! Love the leggings! ;)
And wow, I don't think I would be brave enough to try a group yoga class. ;) I'm pretty sure I would fall over during some of the poses. ;)

Sapir @ The Sapphire Queen said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

I have yet to try yoga, even though I keep saying that I want to haha Where did you go to take the class?
Best,
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Unknown said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

I love the shoes from target!!! I just bought the loafers!!! Haha.

I think the Yoga class is great! I am taking Total Body Fit on Thursday - kinda wishing it was yoga...

Erin
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Niki {Glossy Blonde} said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

I love yoga. I don't do it nearly enough but I always feel so calm afterwards, almost as much as getting a massage!

Maddie said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

Love the color of your sweater! :)

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Sparkle said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

that top is so pretty, an color is amazing :)

xo

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Erin James said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

love the starbucks and that gorgeous top :)

Lindsay said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

The color of that top looks so good on you. I love it! And yoga is so relaxing...well when there isn't a bear man heavily breathing in your vicinity!

Brittany said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

I swear you are the cutest thing EVER. Loving those leopard print flats! I've tried yoga a few times...I always felt amazing afterwards but can never motivate myself to go anymore :/ (lazy bum alert). It's much harder than people think!

PaliStory said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

ohh i love starbucks coffee :)

anirataC said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

love the look :) follow you *

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Unknown said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

I've never tried yoga but everyone says its really good. I think I would fail at it because of my messed up feet and legs. But maybe I should give it a go! You look amazing as always!

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Marie-Eve said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

That sweater looks fantastic on you !
I love yoga ! Makes me feel way better !
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Annie said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

Hahaha, you are the coolest :) Love the orange & leopard combo!

Annie
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Kristin said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

Still loving those jeggings!
I've only gone as far as pilates. Haven't braved real yoga!

Betty said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

Way to go for trying out yoga! That has been on my bucket list for a while..but something keeps getting in the way. This was just the reminder I needed to find a class!

Sandy a la Mode said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

good for you girl!! love the sweater!

xo,
Sandy
Sandy a la Mode

Katie @ My Darling Days said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

Oh, I'm with ya girl. I'm not too adventurous either, especially if it means doing something by myself. Glad you stepped out of your comfort zone a bit. I've never done yoga, but I LOVE pilates!

Jane Squared said... Best Blogger TipsBest Blogger Templates

Good luck with future quiet breathers in your next class. :)