So if you follow me on Facebook or Twitter then you’ve probably already seen my news, BUT…
Do you guys remember back in November when I was down in NYC?
Well, the latest issue of FITNESS Magazine is out now, and guess whose mug is currently blasted on one of the advertisement pages?
Thanks Renee, for sharing the pic!
Bahaha…crazy, right? ;)
Lands’ End had asked me to help them launch their new Performance collection, and now that their site is up and running with their new Lands’ End Performance page, I’m able to share it with you all!
The site and the ad both came out so, so good, but if I’m being honest (what else would you expect?), it’s totally weird for me to look at and/or listen to it! I mean, you’re always your own worst critic, right? As someone who does my own hair and makeup every day, I have a hard time totally loving how someone else does those things on me (although I DO love the process of getting them done!).
And hearing your voice on a video and/or audio is always kind of awkward, right? I feel like I should also briefly touch on my thoughts on body image, so here goes…I had just had a baby 3-1/2 months prior to that photo shoot. Was I (or am I) in the best shape? No, definitely not. But hey, whatever. I love the fact that Lands’ End still wanted to use me to be their “model” (I use quotes, because it’s still weird to say it seriously, haha) at what is most likely a fairly average size for many other women out there. I’m not perfect, I am who I am, and that’s that. (Funny enough, the first time I saw the pictures from the shoot, my first thoughts had nothing to do with body image at all…I thought I looked like my eyes were super squinty and my eye makeup looked weird. ;) )
But really…silly, honest little thoughts aside, this opportunity was just incredible and the whole thing is just way too cool. Never would I have thought I’d see my face blasted in an ad of a magazine I’ve been reading for years. Just crazy.
And for those of you who may be interested, I’m going to be co-hosting a Twitter party with Lands’ End tomorrow, January 8th, from 7:30-8:30pm EST. There’s going to be some great giveaways involved, so if you want to join in, we’d love to have you! Just be sure to follow @LandsEndPR (and me, @SweetToothCourt, of course!) and use the hashtag #GetActive.
Alright, I’m off for today…I’ll catch you cool cats tomorrow!
Nikki says
of course you were chosen because you are gorgeous and real and very relatable
Elizabeth @ My Neon Running Shoes says
I second this ^^^!
Hillary | Nutrition Nut on the Run says
you’re so photogenic! congrats on your mag spread!
kara says
I was so excited when I saw this! They made a great decision choosing you, Courtney! You are beautiful and so relatable! Congrats on this opportunity!
Ash @ Ash's Right Direction says
This is great! I just saw the ad last night and went to the website when you posted it on Facebook. You look great. I was surprised that you had a pony tail after the hair and makeup shot lol.
What an amazing experience!
Sarah @ Blonde Bostonian says
What a cool opportunity! Congratulations again. You look beautiful in the add!
Sam @ Better With Sprinkles says
Congrats again on this campaign Courtney – you look amazing! Real and relatable, but still absolutely stunning ;-)
Bonnie says
So this is the first time I’ve ever commented, but I love your blog. When I got my magazine in the mail last week and saw that ad I couldn’t believe it. You look wonderful and should be so proud! Keep up the great work! Again, love your blog – your honesty is so refreshing! :-)
Katie @ Talk Less, Say More says
You look great! Congrats on such a fun opportunity!
Holly @ EatGreatBEGreat says
Oh my goodness, how exciting! The magazine advertisement looks amazing! Congrats!
Kaitlin @4loveofcarrots says
you look fantastic!! I love that little Lucas made a cameo!
Melissa @ For Love and Travel says
I saw this on Facebook and I still think it’s so cool. There clothing line looks so cute, and I can’t wait to browse the website. Perfect time for a new fitness outfit, while trying to be more active this New Year. Awesome Job, and you look great!! :)
Bre & Ree says
That looks like it was super fun! Congrats! I know exactly what you mean about hearing your own voice. I once worked at a radio station and was asked to be the voice for an ad…it was weird, it was so weird! Again, well done on the ad, I think it looks fantastic!
~Bre
cait @pieceofcait says
this is awesome court, couldn’t wait for your news! your so gorgeous & love the picture(s) you rock mama!!!!<3
Sara @ LovingOnTheRun says
That is so so awesome! What a great opportunity! Glad you participated in it and you look GREAT!
Lauren Bednarz says
What an awesome opportunity for you and I think you look awesome! Isn’t the BOB stroller awesome?? I am obsessed with mine!
Heather @fitncookies says
I think you look beautiful! Awesome job on it. That’s so fun to be the “model” even if you aren’t used to saying it! I love that you did it 3 1/2 months after having a baby, and I think you look great!
Betsy says
You look absolutely fantastic in the pictures! You’re such a great example of how I hope to act after I have children.
Nicole says
AWESOME!! You have a figure that many do envy – no matter what! Congrats on this big promo! :D
Brigitt says
Congrats, Courtney! You look great! :)
Tina Reale says
YAY! So cool to see it after hearing about it. You, of course, look fabulous and the epitomy of health and happiness. The jacket/hoodie is super cute too. Might have to check that out.
Congrats again, girl! And I loved hearing your voice again…even if through a video clip. haha!
Mandee says
Congrats on the ad! I think it’s awesome.
I think you look skinny and healthy, so I don’t think You even have to defend your body by saying that you just had a baby. I think that body is healthy and quite good even for someone who didnt even have a baby at all! Haha. I feel like with a lot of blogs I read, there are unrealistic expectations and sometimes a “defense” of eating bad foods or looking a certain way when no one owes anyone an explanation!
I get it though, looking at ourselves we see things that others don’t.
Honestly when I saw your pics I was like she looks great, I like her hair up. Then after you said the thing about the body stuff I went back to look because I thought you looked good like you always do in your pics! I hadn’t seen anything to even make me think about the fact that you just had a baby etc.
Koryn @ High Heels & Healthy Alternatives says
Wow, you look Amazing in the ad! I agree with everyone else – they def. picked the right person as their “model!” Congrats!!! :)
clare @ Fitting it all in says
SO awesome courtney! You’re a natural.
Stephanie @cookinfanatic says
So cool! Definitely felt the same way when I’d hear my voice come on tv for the Chobani commercial. What an awesome opportunity for you, congrats!
Miranda @ Lovely Wife Lovely Life says
Ahhhh that’s awesome!! Congrats- you’re beautiful!!
Lyric says
Courtney that is so cool! You look gorgeous!
Linz @ Itz Linz says
this is AWESOME!! congrats!! you look fabulous!! xoxo
Whitney @ a little bit of everything says
Can I just say how much I love how honest you are about things? I’m 34 weeks pregnant and starting to get nervous about all the work I’ll have to do to get back in shape post-baby. I love the way you’ve adapted to motherhood and fitness…you are a total inspiration. Love the ad! Congrats!
Emily @smilemilegirl says
You look amazing!! That is so exciting congradulations (:
Jamie @ Sometimes Healthy Living Blog says
Wow, congrats to you!!
I gotta say – I can absolutely see why they picked you for this campaign. Not only do you have a wonderful blog and the perfect story, but you were just a natural on that camera :-) You looked gorgeous, and I truly believed in what you were saying, which I’m sure is the most important part!
Brittany @ read, run, repeat says
Looking good Mama!!! What an exciting and fun opportunity–and you definitely rocked it :)
Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries says
You’re beautiful, girlfriend! Congrats on the feature!
Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says
This is beyond awesome! What a cool life experience that you can talk about for years :).
Jolynn @ Lift Pray Love says
so so so so awesome!! Congrats!
Paige @ Your Trainer Paige says
Ahhhhh – so COOL! What a great opportunity, and who knows what else it will lead to :)
Sarah (Shh...Fit Happens) says
So awesome! Congrats! :)
Becky @TheSavedRunner says
That is too cool! You will have to keep that magazine forever!
Tara | Treble in the Kitchen says
Congratulations again!! :) You are awesome!!
Marielle Burch says
That is so cool!!!! I never read that magazine but I’ll try to pick up a copy this weekend to read your article. So exciting!!
Ruthie Hart (@ruthiehart1) says
This is so cool Courtney!!! You are made for modeling!
Brittany (Healthy Slice of Life) says
Oh how fun!! You look amazing! What a fun day of being pampered, too. Where do I sign up? ;)
Shel@PeachyPalate says
Eek! Super excited for you you superstar!!! Such a great opportunity! Hope you bought multiple copies and had one framed!
Jamie @ Dishing Out Health says
How exciting for you!! I love seeing everyday women in magazines like this. You look fantastic, girl.
Annette@FitnessPerks says
Ahhhh that is SO exciting Courtney!!! Congrats!!
And you look fantastic!!
Colleen @ The Lunchbox Diaries says
Courtney, you look absolutely amazing (are you tired of hearing that yet? ;) ) and I think you should just delete that whole part about “I just had had a baby 3 months prior.” You look STUNNING, pregnancy or no pregnancy!
Andie says
Congratulations, Courtney! They did such a good job with the video – you’re a natural. Oh, and your accent is so cute!
Lisa says
You look incredible! Congratulations on the article.
Kammie @ Sensual Appeal says
That is soo awesome – and I’m not surprised. You’re a gorgeous fit lady! :)
Aurora@Fitness is Sweet says
Congrats! That’s awesome!
Laura says
This is absolutely amazing Courtney! Thanks for touching on the body image issue, as well, because you’re right-we all are own worst critics and especially after you’ve just had a baby, it can be really easy for women to be even tougher on themselves. But you look stunning and incredibly fit! Congratulations!
Danica @ It's Progression says
My February issue of FITNESS came in the mail yesterday…I started flipping through it and found your page! I was excited – I “know” her! You look absolutely beautiful (as always) in it. Congrats on getting such an awesome opportunity!
angie@adiamondthatshinesbright.com says
What an awesome opportunity, really nice pictures. Congrats! What a great example you are to so many.
Erica @ For the Sake of Cake says
Love this–how exciting!!!
Melissa @ Freeing Imperfections says
That’s just so cool. Congrats, Courtney! I can’t wait to see it in person in the magazine!
Coty and Mariah@quirksandtwists says
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Kristi says
Oh wow! How exciting. Congrats!
Laura says
This is SO awesome and exciting! You look amazing!! I’m so happy for you, they sure picked the right gal for the job!!!!
Alison @ Daily Moves and Grooves says
Ahh love it! You look fabulous in the ad and the video. You totally rocked and I love that you embraced the fact that you just had a baby! I also really liked the tips you gave.
Exciting stuff, Courtney!
Ellie@Fit for the soul says
It’s so great to see everyone so happy for you, Courtney! Like everyone said, you are VERY photogenic (I always thought so!) and a good role model in terms of health because of your past, and then now for your improving self image. :D It’s so cool to see you on there! Kind of like, “heyyyy I know this girl!” lol
Taylor says
That is so so exciting! You look great! My copy should be here anyday now! Congrats girly
Marie says
Congrats; you looked gorgeous as always and were a natural at it! It sounded and looked awesome. Great job!
Rachelle says
I got my Fitness magazine in the mail the other day and saw you in it! I was so happy to see a familiar face! This is so great! Congratulations! :D
Heather @ Health, Happiness, and Hope says
You look amazing in that ad!!! How neat to see yourself in a magazine and to be representing that line!
Kelly @ Femme Fitale says
Congratulations!!! Very proud of you!
As others have commented, you are definitely 100% relatable & down to earth, and the perfect person for this campaign! :)
Ashley H. says
YOU ARE THE MOST PRECIOUS PERSON EVER! Your Land’s End ad is absolutely adorable and you sound so sweet on the video!! Congrats! You seem like such a genuine and sweet person and I love reading your blog! :) God bless you and your family!
Car says
I don’t comment often, but just wanted to say I think you look great in the pictures, and should be really proud.
Evamarie says
OMG I love it!! I was dying to know what you were going to be featured in – so happy for you – you look amazing!!
Katy @ Savor Life's Flavors says
WOW! This is soooo exciting, congratulations!
Sarah @ Making Thyme for Health says
You need to remove the quotes around the world model because you really are one!! You’re gorgeous and you look unbelievable for being only 3 months post partum. I bet Jay feels so lucky to be married to a fitness model. :)
Congrats!
Katie @ A Full Plate says
Love it! You are super cute in the video! I don’t think your eyes look squinty at all. And I also love the look of the performance clothes. Great job!!
Carol T. says
Courtney: just received the Fitness magazine in the mail and WOW!!! you look great. Lands Ends has some wonderful clothes and you look great modeling them…I was so excited when I saw the ad. You should be modeling more… jay and your family should be very proud of you.. I know your readers are!!!!
Nala says
I just the Lands End page and video and I must say it looks great and well done! You look great and happy, and I hope you get to do more projects like this in the future!!