Santa Barbara Style Fitness

My roommates…Indy Girl & Brandy Girl…🧡💛🤎🐾

My heart is full when I see these happy faces…💛🧡❤️

5:30 pm…93 degrees on Labor Day…no one in the gym…then one by one these ladies show up to get the WORK done ✔️ ☑️‼️

Indy Girl is home❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Yesterday when I first set out in search for Indy I found a hawk feather.
“The appearance of this bird of prey or a hawk feather is a strong sign that your guardian angels and celestial companions are communicating with you. You are likely to come across a hawk's feather if you have been seeking spiritual guidance, praying, and requesting help with something in your day-to-day life.” I believed with all my heart Indy will be ok. Last night was the first night In 6 months I went to sleep without her. I prayed she would remain safe. At 4:39am I was woken up by an incredible feeling that Indy was on her way home. I told her she can do it and find her way back home. I laid wide awake waiting for her. At 5:22am she came bouncing up the stairs and pawed at the front door. I opened the door to the happiest, incredibly wiggly Indy Girl! 18 hours later she was guided back home safe & sound. I believe in Miracles…I believe in angels…I believe in God. I am grateful for Indy and all of you who prayed and sent good vibes our way. ❤️

Missing 8 month old female
Viszla named Indy. Escaped yard
@ 41 Rubio Road
11am Saturday morning.
Please let me know if
you have seen her. ❤️Theresa Lafond
805-895-8720

When clients become dear friends…💖💖

Ladies night…💖✨

My birthday wish came true… time with my boys (& Mackenzie)♥️♥️

Hike of the Month #4 a WIN 🥇Hiked up Saddlerock where we paused for the view & Easter Sunday Mimosas💃🕺…then down via McMenemy. Always so much fun!! I’m sorry I missed the total group shot as 4 others went separate ways at the top.

Next up…May 15 8:30am…Hike of the Month #5 Cold Spring East Fork to Montecito Peak…Let’s do it!!

Santa Barbara Style Fitness Hike of the Month #4
Hot Springs/Saddlerock Trail

Sunday, April 17 8:30am

Start your Easter Sunday with a fun, short 3.4 mile hike up Saddle Rock Trail. Let’s celebrate Easter…spring…life…with a mimosa, tasty treat & an Easter egg hunt at the top🐣🐰

Message me if you can make it!! 💜

Saturday Night…⚡️❤️‍🔥

2022 Hike of the Month #3‼️

San YsidroTrail
Sunday, March 20 8:30am
“The first day of Spring”

This hike starts in Montecito. It can either be a 3.6 mile out & back with 1,072’ elevation gain rated moderate. This would be to the waterfall (which will only be a trickle this year due to no rain). If you want to take it further, I will continue to the top turning around at Camino Cielo. That would make the hike a 8.6 mile hike with 3,028’ elevation gain. Since this is an out and back hike you can turn around at any point.

This is NOT a race!! These hikes are for all skill levels. It’s a great opportunity to get outside, enjoy nature, explore Santa Barbara trails, meet new people, get fit, and have a lot of fun while being active outdoors‼️I have designed the hikes to start in Montecito, and each consecutive month the hike will be on a trail moving westward up the coast. We will finish our last hike in December on a trail that borders Gaviota & Hollister Ranch. This is a great opportunity to hike the trails along the Golden Santa Barbara/Gaviota coastline.

All hikes will begin promptly @ 8:30am. I ask that everyone RSVP me prior to the hike. This allows me to know who to expect so we don’t leave without you.

Remember to be hydrated & fueled. Hydration should be intentional the day prior with respect to minimal alcohol (since that could leave you dehydrated). Bring plenty of water, snack, hat, glasses, sunscreen, & wear hiking shoes with a “grippy sole”.

I’m looking forward to seeing & meeting new friends on all of these hikes. Bring a friend or family member!!

SB Style Fitness Hike of the Month #2 Buena Vista trail☑️
I hiked the first four miles with these lovely ladies…then added another 5 miles on my own. Buena Vista Trail➡️Romero Canyon➡️Buena Vista➡️SanYsidro➡️Hot Springs➡️back to Buena Vista. Super fun to hike the length of our mountain range instead of straight up to the top. Super steep climbs along the Edison cat walk…LOVE that. Next Sunday I’m going to go Cold Spring West Fork➡️Romero Canyon for an out & back. Can’t wait 😜

2022 Hikes of the Month #2‼️

Buena Vista Trail
Sunday, February 20 8:30am

This hike starts in Montecito. It is a 4.1 mile out & back with 1,401’ elevation gain rated moderate.

These hikes are for all skill levels. It’s a great opportunity to get outside, enjoy nature, explore Santa Barbara trails, meet new people, get fit, and have a lot of fun while being active outdoors‼️I have designed the hikes to start in Montecito, and each consecutive month the hike will be on a trail moving westward up the coast. We will finish our last hike in December on a trail that borders Gaviota & Hollister Ranch. This is a great opportunity to hike the trails along the Golden Santa Barbara/Gaviota coastline.

All hikes will begin promptly @ 8:30am. I ask that everyone RSVP me prior to the hike. This allows me to know who to expect so we don’t leave without you.

Remember to be hydrated & fueled. Hydration should be intentional the day prior with respect to minimal alcohol (since that could leave you dehydrated). Bring plenty of water, snack, hat, glasses, sunscreen, & wear hiking shoes with a “grippy sole”.

I’m looking forward to seeing & meeting new friends on all of these hikes. Bring a friend or family member!!

2022 Hikes of the Month #2‼️

Buena Vista Trail
Sunday, February 20 8:30am

This hike starts in Montecito. It is a 4.1 mile out & back with 1,401’ elevation gain rated moderate.

These hikes are for all skill levels. It’s a great opportunity to get outside, enjoy nature, explore Santa Barbara trails, meet new people, get fit, and have a lot of fun while being active outdoors‼️I have designed the hikes to start in Montecito, and each consecutive month the hike will be on a trail moving westward up the coast. We will finish our last hike in December on a trail that borders Gaviota & Hollister Ranch. This is a great opportunity to hike the trails along the Golden Santa Barbara/Gaviota coastline.

All hikes will begin promptly @ 8:30am. I ask that everyone RSVP me prior to the hike. This allows me to know who to expect so we don’t leave without you.

Remember to be hydrated & fueled. Hydration should be intentional the day prior with respect to minimal alcohol (since that could leave you dehydrated). Bring plenty of water, snack, hat, glasses, sunscreen, & wear hiking shoes with a “grippy sole”.

I’m looking forward to seeing & meeting new friends on all of these hikes. Bring a friend or family member!!

"You can tell who the
strong women are.
They are the ones you
see building one
another up instead of
tearing each other
down"

Sometimes you forget why you stopped doing something you once loved…so happy to be back on my bike. Looking forward to climbing some mountains…🖤

Hike of the Month # 1 a success!! 11 people joined and climbed up Romero Canyon. Perfect conditions!! Next hike February 20 to hike Buena Vista trail!! I hope you can join!!

So excited to begin our 2022 Hikes of the Month‼️ These hikes are for all skill levels. It’s a great opportunity to get outside, enjoy nature, explore Santa Barbara trails, meet new people, get fit, and have a lot of fun while being active outdoors‼️I have designed the hikes to start in Montecito, and each consecutive month the hike will be on a trail moving westward up the coast. We will finish our last hike in December on a trail that borders Gaviota & Hollister Ranch. This is a great opportunity to hike the trails along the Golden Santa Barbara/Gaviota coastline.

All hikes will begin promptly @ 8:30am. I ask that everyone RSVP me prior to the hike. This allows me to know who to expect so we don’t leave without you.

Remember to be hydrated & fueled. Hydration should be intentional the day prior with respect to minimal alcohol (since that could leave you dehydrated). Bring plenty of water, snack, hat, glasses, sunscreen, & wear hiking shoes with a “grippy sole”.

Our first hike up Romero Canyon is a moderate 6 mile loop with 1,499 ft elevation gain. Heading up the creek lined canyon & back down a winding fire road with ocean views.

I’m looking forward to seeing & meeting new friends on all of these hikes. Bring a friend or family member!! I will be offering great gifts to be won for those who complete the hikes.

Chillin’ after a fun day…🐾😎

Always nice being surrounded by KIND, SMART & STRONG HUMANS…

💪🏼🖤💪🏼🖤💪🏼🖤💪🏼🖤💪🏼🖤💪🏼🖤💪🏼🖤

So proud to be a part of this organization . Received my SFG1 Instructor Kettlebell Certification this weekend in Dallas, Texas. This is my 3rd time certifying to keep my Instructor status with StrongFirst. Every two years you need to re-certify passing all of your physical skills. I am passionate & believe the kettlebell, with the StrongFirst methodologies can make a human incredibly STRONG & resilient. 🖤

Thanksgiving…so blessed to have such wonderful friends…🧡🤎💛

Well that was a fun weekend getaway…🤩

Indy with her 6 brothers….getting chubby & happy…8 DAYS YOUNG 🧡🤎