Staying FIT Without Having Time for the Gym
As a busy mommy, I never have time to go to the gym, but I still manage to stay slim and fit! Here is how I do it:
Every single morning I wake up an hour before my daughter wakes up! This hour is when I get the most accomplished. The first thing I do is stretch and do 35 sit-ups! It only takes 15mins and it gets my limbs stretched and my tummy tight and I am ready to embrace the day! A healthy breakfast is key to staying slim. I love eating avocado on whole wheat toast, a yogurt and fruit bowl, spinach and egg omelets, whole wheat pancakes with blueberries, and there are so many more healthy breakfast items to choose from. After I have my mini workout and consume breakfast, I take a warm shower and get ready for an amazing day.
Incorporate small exercise into daily task:
If I am cooking dinner, I will jog in place while the oven is preheating. While I brush my teeth, I will do squats in front of the mirror. While I clean the house, I will blast music and dance. While Scarlett plays on the ground with her toys, I will join her and do some push-ups. Just simply being a mom is a workout itself because I am always chasing my little Scarlett all around the house and toting her all around in my arms. At the end of the day, I feel toned, tight, and exhausted, just as if I spent an hour at the gym!
Every single afternoon Scarlett and myself get out of the house and do something fun! We go to the beach, play at the park, go for a dip in the kiddy pool, walk around the mall, explore down town shops, and all sorts of fun and outdoor activities! This is when I get my cardio in for the day. Not to mention, Scarlett and I always have a blast and its nice to enjoy our hot summer days on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Eating healthy not only keeps my body looking good, but it makes me feel amazing and energized! I may not have time for the gym, but I do make time to meal prep and create healthy meals and snacks for my family. I’m planning on sharing yummy and healthy food ideas soon!