This weeks workouts didn't go quite as planned. When you're a mother you have to be ready for changes in schedule and routine. Princess Pea was sick on Tuesday which meant I had to skip the gym. Although my kids normally play in the gym's kid club with the other "regulars," the doctor wasn't sure if Pea was contagious or not so we didn't risk it. The babies come … [Read more...]
Friday Fitness update 1: Easy Garlic Shrimp with Roasted Veggies Meal Idea
I'm pretty lucky to have a BFF that not only works out with me but is teaching me the correct form. She used to be a competitive Olympic weight lifter. Since she has known me for fifteen years, she also doesn't put up with my crap. We used to put on our Adidas gear and strut into the club together long before we were moms. Now we put on our compression capris and knee sleeves … [Read more...]
I joined a gym and my Strawberry Banana Protein Smoothie Recipe
When I decided on the new site name, I excitedly told a close friend of mine. She gave me her normal deadpan glare and said "You don't even go to the gym. I'm going to call you out on your blog." Don't get me wrong. As I said in my name change announcement, my days are normally filled with exercise, crafts, and cleaning. I just did all my workouts at home with my treadmill … [Read more...]
How I fit fitness into my Mom Life: Fitness for busy moms
I don't often write about fitness but I do feel that it is an important part of our lives. Things happen and we don't always keep up with our fitness goals but our lives run so much smoother when we regularly exercise--and by "we," I mean both the Hubs and myself. I get it. Fitness for busy moms can easily become a pipe dream that we think of every turn of the … [Read more...]
3 Benefits of Committing to a Big Race
I foolishly agreed to run a huge race next spring. I think I may have lost my mind. What's worse is that when I agreed to do it, I thought it was only a 9k. And then I found out the Gate River Run is actually a 15k. Needless to say, it's a good thing that I have until next spring to prepare. This time last year, I was running every day and in the best shape of my life. I … [Read more...]