I noticed last night that the gym was still busy but not crowded like it was last month. As much as I enjoyed not having to wait too long for the machines I wanted, it made me a little sad to think of all the people who wanted to make a healthy habit but veered off track. It did not take long for the workout motivation to wane. Have you made the commitment to exercise and … [Read more...]
When to work out after being sick
I haven't been to the gym in over a week! Sickness really throws off a fitness routine. Friday is my cardio day, which I can do from home. I run or row. Last week, I did a 10% incline walk on the treadmill for half an hour in the morning but started to feel weak and sneezy later in the day. By Saturday morning, I had a full blown cold with a fever. … [Read more...]
From stressed out mom to active fit mom: my fitness back story
I am not a fitness expert or a fitness professional. I’m a busy stay at home mom. Up until a year ago, I was a busy working mom. Like many women, my size and weight have fluctuated dramatically as an adult. However, I am a real life example of how you can go from detesting exercise to loving it. Until I hit 25 years old I was rail thin. I was the girl that was too thin to … [Read more...]
Supercharge your daily activity level by tracking it!
Our family spent the holidays enjoying quality family time. Instead of working or going to the gym, we sat at home and watched family movies, played board games, worked on Legos, and just had fun together. It was awesome. This year my husband got me a Fitbit Charge, (affiliate links for your shopping convenience) which unbeknownst to him, was the exact same present I got … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Get in More Work Out Time
There’s nothing worse than having the intention of exercising on your mind but not being able to follow through. It’s important to exercise, but how do you actually get that work out time in? Here are some of my top tips for getting more workout time in this year. Set a Schedule You are more likely to follow through with working out if you actually set a schedule. I … [Read more...]