As I was turning the corner into the parking lot, I craned my neck and searched the rows of cars. Cars were zipping in and snagging spots right and left. The gym is a popular hangout at 5:30 p.m. "Mommy, do you know what her car looks like?" "No, baby, but she said she was parked in the back." As I maneuvered my obnoxiously large vehicle through the … [Read more...]
The pressure we put on ourselves
I often read about mothers judging other mothers. We all do it. I am not a particularly judgey mcjudgerson type of person but I've caught myself giving side eye to another mother based on something I see at that moment. It's later that I remind myself that I don't know the context or what led up to the decision made by the mother I've judged. The one mother that I judge … [Read more...]
5 Things First Time Soccer Moms should bring to the field
Is this the first time signing up your child for soccer? I am excited that my son will be back to playing a sport he loves, but I dread adding one more thing to our schedule. I have a love/hate relationship with soccer season. It seems like the days get busier and we are always at the soccer fields but I love seeing my kids active and happy. We are at the fields when it … [Read more...]
Paleo Friendly peanut butter cookies
When it comes to my weight loss goals, I can easily say that it isn't finding the motivation to work out that derails my efforts. I love working out. But...I also love sweets. Staying away from yummy baked goods is easily the hardest thing I face when it comes to my fitness goals. The most effective way for me to combat my sweet tooth is to have healthy alternatives … [Read more...]
5 Easy Tips for workout motivation
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...]