Archives for November 2021

The Best Gift Guides To Cross Everyone Off Your List This Year

Who is ready to cross everyone off their shopping list? Want to buy special things for those you love but not sure where to start? Trying to shop early to avoid shipping delays? ME TOO! That is why I’m excited to share all the gift guides I’ve found to take advantage of the top Cyber Monday Steals.

GIFTS FOR HER

These are some of my favorite things! Perfect gifts for any women in your life! Click here to shop this image.

1. Sherpa jacket sale 40% off. I have it in xxs – comes in 4 colors.

2. Kelly Wynne makeup bag $49. Comes in several colors.

3. Gorgeous earrings from Kendra Scott 40% off. These will dress up any cocktail dress.

4. I love this snake print clutch from Clare V. I use it year round. Looks way more expensive than it is.

5. Best joggers ever only $50. I have them in all four colors, love the drawstring waist and comfy fit. I’m 5’2″ and wear an xxs.

6. Comfy pajamas with ostrich feathers – so chic! Also available in baby blue.

7. My favorite perfume from Santal. I get compliments every time I wear this scent.

8. Cute bracelet stack $27. I have this one and wear it all the time. Will be great to dress up all my holiday outfits.

GIFTS FOR HIM

These are some of Andy’s favorite things. Appropriate gifts for any guy in your life! Click here to shop all the pics.

1. Comfy joggers $50

2. Adidas running shoes are Andy’s favorite

3. Ugg slippers last forever. Keep his feet warm and they are so cozy.

4. Robes are the best for a lazy weekend morning.

5. Yeti cooler keeps his drinks cold all day.

6. A yeti coffee cup keeps his coffee warm all day.

7. This Garmin golf watch is one of Andy’s favorite things – he wears it everyday as a time piece too.

GIFTS FOR FITNESS LOVERS

These are all of my favorite things – especially for home workouts! Click here to shop the items in this image.

1. Gold weights stack easily and come in 2, 5, 8 and 10 lbs.

2. I keep a swell bottle with me all day long. We often confuse thirst for hunger – stay hydrated! This well keeps my water cold for hours.

3. On running shoes literally feels like you are walking on clouds.

4. This yoga mat is comfy and I love the feminine color!

HOSTESS GIFTS

Show you appreciation for hosts of the party with these cute items all under $50.

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1. Holiday themed wine charms – so dang cute!

2. Long lasting candle – this one fills my entire house with the most amazing aroma!

3. “Oh what fun” holiday cocktail napkins $5

4. Calming bath soak makes my baths feel like a spa!

5. Barefoot dreams dupe blanket only $35.

STOCKING STUFFERS

Cute little things all under $50 to fill your stockings with joy this holiday! Click here to shop the items in the picture.

1. Cute hair clips! My girls will love these. Adds a little sparkle to their hair.

2. These bath salts make your bath feel like a spa!

3. Initial pendant necklace from Kate Spade only $28

4. Kelly Wynne cosmetic bag on sale $49. Comes in a few awesome colors.

5. Nest candles are one of my all time favorite gifts.

6. My girls love these fun socks!

Hope this gives you some ideas to cross everyone off your list and I hope you enjoyed this post on The Top Cyber Monday Steals.

Be sure to follow me on Instagram @donnatryba for more fashion inspiration! I will be sharing all kinds of deals and steals all month long.

Have a great day friends and happy shopping!

The #1 Secret to a Great Physique

Want to know the #1 secret to a great physique? But first….let me dispel some rumors!

You know the one……. that says lifting weights as a woman will make you bulky and look manly? That cardio is the only way to lose weight? That heavy weights will give you big legs and big muscles?

I used to believe those ridiculous claims too. Until I tried it for myself. I had 12 pounds left after my last baby and I tried to run them off. I ran a marathon and 3 half marathons. The weight did not budge.

I finally hired a personal trainer right before I turned 40 years old and I have never looked back. Weight training, specifically lifting heavy weights, has changed my entire physique. It’s the #1 secret to a great physique.

It wasn’t weight loss tea, snake oil or crash diets…just hard freaking work and dedication. Lifting heavy was the key to increasing my metabolism, leaning out and looking and feeling stronger than I ever have before.

Start with Your Why

I have arthritis. I was diagnosed 4 years ago and it’s scary as hell. Oh and…my entire family has heart disease. I have to stay active!

Also, physical strength builds mental strength. Reaching my goals in the gym help me push through the tough parts in life.

My arms and shoulders actually have visible muscles y’all, my booty is perkier and I have almost no cellulite. I feel like I can wear whatever the hell I want because I am confident.

I’m so proud of what I have been able to accomplish through LIFTING HEAVY WEIGHT. It’s the best thing I have ever done for myself.

Find A Program for You

I post simple easy workouts on Instagram almost daily @donnatryba be sure to follow me there for daily routines.

You want to start with a weight that you can lift 10 to 15 times with proper form. Begin with 1 or 2 sets of 10 to 15 repetitions, and slowly progress to 3 sets or more. Gradually increase the weight.

If you are doing workouts at home – be sure to get the right equipment! I like free weights. You will also need a yoga mat too. This water bottle from swell keeps my water cold all day long!

Be Consistent

I upped my game about 3 years ago and I started being VERY CONSISTENT. Lifting 3x a week and doing intermittent fasting. I look better now than I did in my 20’s.

When I rip that barbell off the floor, that’s the ultimate expression of my physical strength I built through mental strength. I don’t want to be skinny….I want to be strong.

I don’t want to look in the mirror and say “damn I look great.” I want to look in the mirror and “damn I work hard.” I didn’t wake up like this. I lift hard for this! I have sweat and been sore and burned for this…. and this is worth it.

I hope this inspires you to pick up a dumbbell the next time you are working out! Follow me @donnatryba on Instagram for more fitness and fashion inspiration.

Have a great day y’ll and if you loved this post please share it with a friend. If you want workouts you can do anywhere check out this post about 5 simple workout routines you can do anywhere.

5 Simple Workout Routines You Can Do Anywhere

Here are 5 workout routines you can do at home or anywhere. You don’t need weights, but you can add hand weights to any of these.

This first one is for beginners…..add hand weights to the lunges and squats. Hold 1 or 2 pound dumbbells when you do the air punches to advance the workout.

This quick morning workout only takes about 15 minutes. Just use your body weight and get moving! I love to do this one when I travel or in my hotel room. This really gets your blood pumping and works your whole body. Again, you can add weights to the squats or lunges and do bicep curls or overhead presses with light weights.

This workout really works your ab muscles! I always like to warm up my body first, even if I’m simply doing an ab workout like this one.

This one works your whole body! It’s simple and again, does not require weights. You can add 1,2,3 or even 5 lb dumbbells and curl them with the lunges to work your arms.

I’m including some links to my favorite workout gear you need for at home workouts below. Click on any image to shop!

It sure helps to get motivated when you have something really cute to wear! This leopard set from Onzie is one of my favs!

Hope you enjoyed these 5 simple workout routines you can do anywhere. Be sure to follow me on Instagram for more fitness and fashion inspiration @donnatryba.

Have a great day y’all!