But, consistency is the determining factor when it comes to increasing and maintaining your fitness. Setting yourself up for success starts at the office. So, stock your desk with extra gear, travel-sized products and pre-packaged snacks to break the start-and-stop pattern that’s derailing your evening exercise routine.

Here, my checklist of essentials to keep you going, long after the work day is done.
THE GEAR:
1. Extra clothes (these are the items usually forgotten; if they’re already in your desk, there are no excuses!):

• Tank (I love the Cory Vines Racerback)
• Sports bra
• Socks
• Extra pair of sneakers

2. Headband & hairspray: Slip on a stretchy headband, flip your head over and spray, flip back up and tie your hair in a pony with a little extra lift; I wear lululemon and Sparkly Soul, depending on my mood (STRENGTH+Sole promise: how put together you feel is directly linked to your desire to kill it at the gym).

3. Facial wipes: Try Neutrogena’s Makeup Remover resealable pack–won’t dry out before your next workout.

4. Makeup:

• BB cream or concealer (no need to be completely barefaced; P.S. nearly all of my makeup is by Bobbi Brown, which feels very light)
• Lipgloss or balm, like this one from Burt’s Bees

5. Toothbrush/toothpaste
6. Deodorant

THE FUEL:
1. Greek yogurt mixed with nuts: I eat Chobani’s collection of fruit flavors and Fage Total 0% plain
2. Energy bars: Try Luna, Larabar and KIND
3. Fresh fruit: clementine oranges, small apples
4. Hummus (go for classic, steer clear of spicy) with mini carrots
5. Water: 16.9 oz. or bigger; even better, an eco-friendly refillable bottle by Klean Kanteen or Nalgene

Photos by Roopa Bhopale, shot at Hive at 55, New York City.

Designed by mostly New York-based artists, each of the seven eco-friendly yoga mats brings art into our daily yoga practice with totally eye-opening, avant-garde imagery.

One of my favorites is the Eric Cahan Mat (directly above).  Taken from his Sky Series, it shows the East Hampton sunset as captured by the artist at exactly 7:22pm, exploring the relationship between light, color and space.  Who doesn’t love a dreamy beach sunset?

Launched at buzzy Art Basel Miami Beach in partnership with lululemon, you can grab your favorite at South Beach Morgans Hotel properties like The Delano, Shore Club and Mondrian and shop the collection on Grey Area’s site.

This is one viewing party that just can’t be missed.

And, nowhere is that more important than when it comes to well-being.  From diet and exercise to relaxation and sleep, knowing what you actually do (vs. what you think you do) is the first step toward setting goals for significant improvement over time.

A few weeks go, I attended the NYC launch of the Bowflex Boost, a 24-hour activity monitor, joining the popular NikeFuel and Jawbone UP.  It syncs with my iPhone to measure steps, distance, calories burned and sleep patterns on a daily, weekly, monthly and yearly basis.

I immediately set my goals…

Some of the things that I’ve learned are obvious.

For instance, I move more on weekends, when I’m not behind my desk: walking to/from morning cycling classes, with my dog from Chelsea to the Union Square Greenmarket and with friends in the West Village.

On a typical work day, I average 5-6 miles vs. a Saturday or Sunday, when it’s more like 10-12.

Something that I’ve found interesting is that it takes me, literally, NO time to fall asleep: between 8-10 minutes. I’ve always been a sound sleeper, but, seriously?! I must be really tired.

The Boost has been a great addition to my day-to-day for information and motivation. Here, wearing my Boost before a run in Hudson River Park.

And, if all else fails, here in the city there’s always a little caffeine nearby…have you tried Intelligentsia at The High Line Hotel?

Bowflex Boost (c/o), Eddie Bauer vest (c/o), SmartWool shirt (c/o), Lululemon leggings, SparklySoul headband, New Balance sneakers (c/o).

The High Line Hotel: 180 Tenth Avenue @ 20th Street, NYC