Marissa Vicario

Recent Blog Posts

How to Shop for Sustainable Activewear

As someone who has always cared about my footprint on the environment, it took me years to figure out how my shopping habits can make an environmental impact. Now, as a fitness professional and workout fanatic who goes through a lot of activewear, I've learned how to shop for sustainable activewear.  The following are some tips that will significantly cut down on your carbon footprint. Keep in … [Read more...]

Disney with a Toddler: Part 2

Last year we went to Disney with a toddler and had so much fun we did it again this year. In last year's post, Disney World with a Toddler, I mentioned that I've never been a Disney fanatic. I went once or twice as a child and never considered going back. That is, until I had a Disney and princess-obsessed toddler. Suddenly, the idea of going to Disney seemed a lot more appealing. Planning … [Read more...]

Spring Activewear Round-up with adidas

I don’t know about you, but after a longer-than-long Winter, my activewear collection needed a Spring refresh. I headed straight to adidas and found everything I need. This Spring activewear roundup with adidas includes looks for casual weekend matcha and coffee runs with my family, chilly mornings spent carting my daughter to swim lessons or cheering her on at soccer practice. I even chose pieces … [Read more...]

Our Stay at Blackberry Farm

In mid-October, we booked our stay at Blackberry Farm. Blackberry Farm was always a dream getaway for me. It's booked at least a year in advance so I never thought we'd have the chance to go. Somehow, David made it work and surprised me with a two-day trip! We had the nicest, coziest stay at Blackberry Farm. It truly re-charged our batteries. Blackberry Farm is a popular destination … [Read more...]

Los Cabos Travel Guide: Where to Stay in Los Cabos

This Summer we took a family trip to Los Cabos. We stayed at two different luxury hotels during our 10 day trip - Montage Los Cabos and Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal. That said, I'm writing this Los Cabos Travel Guide comparing the Montage vs. Waldorf Astoria. If you're considering where to stay in Los Cabos, you'll want to read this. Spoiler alert: This Los Cabos Travel Guide isn't going … [Read more...]

Sakara Life Pricing Hacks

https://www.sakara.com/discount/XO Several months ago I wrote an honest Sakara Life Review entitled, "Is Sakara Worth It?" My short answer to that question is "yes." Keeping in mind that as a luxury product, Sakara Life pricing is on the higher side. However, there are now many options for cutting costs if you're on a budget. EXCLUSIVE SAKARA LIFE DISCOUNT: USE CODE XOMARISSAV FOR 20% OFF … [Read more...]

Counting Macros for Weight Loss Changed My Relationship with Food

Cardio Queen: Before I started counting macros for weight loss | Lifting Machine: After I started counting macros + pairing the right nutrition with the right workouts If I told you that counting macros for weight loss changed my body and my relationship with food, would you believe me? In all my years as a Health Coach, I've never been into diets. My methodology was this: workout, eat … [Read more...]

Wellness Trends at Expo East 2022

Last week I traveled to Philadelphia for Natural Products Expo East 2022. This was the show's second year in Philly and it was much busier compared to Expo East 2021. Every time I go, I'm looking for the most popular wellness trends at Expo East and this year that trend was beverages. Beverages on Trend at Expo East There was no shortage of beverages on the show floor. From spiked and … [Read more...]